How dare you call Ormskirk boring?
Advertiser reporter Sophie McCoid leads the fightback
EARLIER this month a report revealed that 82% of people think Ormskirk is boring rather than exciting.
While things can certainly be improved in the market town, on the whole we think Ormskirk is pretty great and have come up with things that prove it.
From great bars and restaurants to exciting events, there’s plenty to love in this West Lancashire town. 1. Bars
Thousands of students choose Ormskirk as their home for three years, and as such some great bars have sprung up across the town.
Alpine may have closed but it’s moving to a new venue, with another club, The Loft, springing up on the original Alpine site.
Mustard is a legendary student night, with Styles bar also proving a mecca for frolics and fun.
For a more refined night out Junk and Lime Tyger can both be relied upon to rustle up a fantastic cocktail. 2. Restaurants
There are numerous restaurants to choose from in Ormskirk, with a variety of different cuisines on offer.
From gastro-pub the Cricketers to new Turkish restaurant Turquaz, there’s something for everyone.
Ormskirk may not have a Nando’s but Peri Peri Ormskirk is even better! 3. Motorfest
Every August hundreds of classic cars descend on the town centre, attracting thousands of people to the town.
Formula one cars, Ferraris, Porches and others parade around the town during the weekend, which is free to attend. 4. Shows and ghost hunts
The relaunched Civic Hall has got lots on offer to entertain West Lancashire residents.
From Ghost Hunts to jive sensation events, the Civic Hall has got it all.
In the future the team hope to host more artists and comedy nights. 5. Medieval festival
This free two-day extravaganza gives visitors the chance to experience the sights, smells, sounds and tastes of medieval England.
There are battles, medieval activities and an all important hog roast, what’s not to love.
Go back to the 12th century and enjoy yourself! 6. Vintage fairs and art exhibitions
Chapel Gallery is a great asset to the town, hosting some brilliant exhibitions and fairs.
Every Saturday a Makers Market takes place with an array of stalls selling clothing, jewellery, cards, paintings, jams and cakes.
The current exhibition at the gallery is Pirates, Pants & Wellyphants: The Illustrated World of Nick Sharratt.
Nick Sharratt, the man behind the instantly recognisable illustrations for Jacqueline Wilson’s Tracy Beaker books, is now the subject of a colourful, interactive, humorous and hands-on exhibition.
The show features many of the well-known characters Nick has illustrated over the years, including Daisy, Hetty Feather and Pirate Pete. 7. Christmas Lights Switchon
What other town can boast a rapping reverend and former Corrie favourite Les Battersby as Christmas lights alumni.
There’s always some great entertainment at the switch-on, with funfairs and children’s characters often joining in the fun.