Hesketh Bank & Tarleton

Hesketh Bank and Tarleton are neighbouring villages situated on the flat, agricultural plain of West Lancashire, dissected by the River Douglas and numerous drainage channels. The landscape is defined by expansive fields, primarily for arable farming and horticulture, with scattered farmsteads and wide skies. The area's history is closely tied to land reclamation from the moss and estuary, shaping its orderly, open character.

The settlements are functional centres with local shops and services, serving the surrounding rural community. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal passes through Tarleton, connecting to the River Douglas at Tarleton Lock, a key node for historical transport. This network of waterways remains a defining feature, used for drainage and leisure, with boating and fishing common along the quiet cuts and riverbanks.