Welcome to Newburgh
CLICK FOR 2021 CENSUS DATAIntroduction
Newburgh is a rural village and civil parish in Lancashire, England, 3 miles (5 km) from Skelmersdale and 5 miles (8 km) from Ormskirk. Its population in 2011 was 1,056.Newburgh's history can be traced back to 1304 when a licence was granted to start a weekly market. Previously part of Lathom and Burscough Urban District, Newburgh became part of Ormskirk Urban District in 1931 and part of West Lancashire district in 1974. The Newburgh ward comprises the parishes of Newburgh and Lathom. Historically it was part of the parish of Lathom. The village has a conservation area at its centre and includes many historic Carolean and Georgian buildings, including the schoolhouse of 1714. In 2006, it won the Champion Village Class for the second time in the Lancashire Best Kept Village Competition. Accommodation is available at the Red Lion Hotel and there is a post office, village shop and tearoom. There is an Anglican church, Christ Church, founded in 1857, a primary school and two scout groups.Newburgh Village Fete takes place every year in June. Newburgh is twinned with the town of Newburgh, Indiana, United States.
Parish Information
Parish statistics
Area |
447 hectares |
|---|---|
Population |
1,065 (2021) |
Density |
238 people/km2 |
Mean age |
45.7 |
Ward |
Newburgh |
District |
West Lancashire |
Postcodes |
WN8 |
ONS ID |
E04005310 |
Council
Contact details for Newburgh Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.
Education
View educational establishments in Newburgh Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.
Business
Business directory listing local businesses operating within Newburgh Parish.
Planning
View recent planning applications submitted for Newburgh Parish.
Property
Price paid data for all property sold in Newburgh Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.
Heritage
Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Newburgh Parish.
Local News
Hosted and licensed by Lancs Live
Gorgeous sleepy Lancashire village renowned for its stunning scenery and character
Published: 24th Sep 2022
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Beloved Parbold Bonfire Night firework display cancelled after 40 years 'over safety concerns'
Published: 15th Sep 2023
Hosted and licensed by Wigan Today
Fun galore as music-filled village fair is held for 45th year
Published: 18th Jun 2023