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Local Area

Inskip forms part of the parish of Inskip-with-Sowerby in the Fylde area of Lancashire, which falls within the Borough of Wyre.The village is close to the former RNAS Inskip airfield, which still serves the armed forces as a tri-service communication centre. Much of Inskip’s modern history can be linked to its importance as a training centre for naval aircraft pilots in World War II, with the centre later becoming a naval radio station whose masts are still visible to this day. Other local landmarks include the tall spire of St Peter’s Church, The Derby Arms gastropub, and the village’s picturesque thatched cottages, some of which date back to around 1700.

Education

Parents will be pleased to find a range of well-rated schools, with St Peter’s Primary School situated adjacent to Scholar's Chase, plus a range of secondary schools within easy reach, including the highly rated Kirkham Grammar school. For older pupils colleges & universities are within a commutable
distance, including Myerscough College, UCLan in Preston and Lancaster & Cumbria Universities.

Transport & Commuting

Scholars’ Chase is located to give quick access to the B6259, which makes for easy exploration of the nearby Fylde countryside and other villages. The M55 and M6 are readily accessible meaning it is easy to visit larger cities such as Manchester or Liverpool. There are also regular buses running from Inskip to local centres including Preston.

Leisure & Entertainment

The village of Inskip and the surrounding towns offer a great selection of places to eat and drink, you will find a range of restaurants, cafés and charming countryside pubs. If you want to stay more local; just under 15 minutes away is The Flower Bowl Entertainment Centre, where you will find a unique mix of Vegas razzmatazz, such as 10 pin bowling, mini golf, a 3 screen premium cinema and a curling ring.

Activities & Recreation

Thanks to the picturesque acres of flat land, Inskip is perfect for those who love the great outdoors and enjoy activities such as rambling and cycling. Further afield for a day trip visit are Blackpool and the beautiful seaside village of Lytham St Annes, for exciting sea-side fun, which the whole family will enjoy.