Aughton, an
extensive agricultural and residential parish, adjoins the south
and southwest side of Ormskirk.
It is crossed by both the road and railway from Liverpool to
Ormskirk and includes the original main-road village of
Aughton.
Aughton is one of the most attractive residential districts in the
area with pleasant tree-lined roads. It is well served by shops,
schools and churches and the parish has won county awards for its
well-kept village, village hall and parks and playing fields.
The parish's most interesting building is St Michael's Parish
Church, a structure with a spire of slender proportions with an
octagonal upper storey.
Also situated in Aughton is Christ Church (external
link) which sited on the A59 halfway between
Liverpool and Preston. With its distinctive tower, it is the
highest point in West Lancashire, visible for miles around.
Map:
Aughton Parish