Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton

The Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton ward encompasses a rural area of the Ribble Valley, characterised by rolling farmland, scattered hamlets, and wooded river valleys. The landscape is defined by the River Ribble and its tributaries, which shape the low-lying meadows. Settlements like Waddington and Great Mitton are small, centred around historic churches and traditional stone-built houses, with agriculture forming the core of the local economy. The area maintains a quiet, pastoral atmosphere away from major transport routes.

This ward includes the notable confluence of the rivers Ribble and Hodder near Mitton, a significant geographical feature. The ancient Mitton Hall and the distinctive almshouses at Waddington are key historical landmarks. The terrain rises gently towards the Forest of Bowland, offering views of open fells. The local community is closely connected to the management of this agricultural landscape and its network of quiet country lanes.