To visit Buckshaw, which is handily located in Central Lancashire, is an initially surreal experience
From the site of a former munitions factory, Lancashire’s newest village has grown to become a sprawling neighbourhood with thousands of residents.
But you only need to scratch a little deeper below the surface to see there’s much more going on than first appears. The history of the site is one - a munitions factory which was opened by King George V, supplied the Army during and after World War II and was visited by Queen Elizabeth II - is one not many can claim to rival.
Samantha Martin has lived in Buckshaw Village for more than six years and found the layout of the recently developed area perfect for her needs. Such was her happiness in her now home, she stood for election and became a borough councillor in May. Buckshaw itself has grown from to be the size of a small town with thousands of residents and more houses being built. Its sprawling growth has significantly reduced the gaps between neighbouring towns and villages, with the village spread across both the Chorley and South Ribble boroughs.
“You tend to find in the more established areas, there is a sense of community because they've been here a while. Especially when the kids have grown up together, that’s often what brings the parents together. She said: “I’ve been working with some residents about how we can do more events, especially after Covid when everyone was separated for two years. We have been looking at how we can do more to bring people together.”
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