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Known for
The Ribble Valley gateway, HM Prison Kirkham (an open prison on the Fylde coast), and a small Lancashire market town between Preston and the Fylde coast
A little history
Kirkham grew as a market town on the Fylde plain. The town has been a local service centre for the Fylde coast communities. HM Prison Kirkham, an open prison, occupies a former RAF base.
The town centre for local Lancashire shopping. The Fylde coast is easily accessible. Preston and Blackpool are within easy reach for wider amenities.
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The town has local cafes and independent food. The Fylde coast area has improving food options. Lytham St Annes nearby has excellent independent food.
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Kirkham is a place in Lancashire known for the Ribble Valley gateway, HM Prison Kirkham (an open prison on the Fylde coast), and a small Lancashire market town between Preston and the Fylde coast. Kirkham grew as a market town on the Fylde plain. The population is around 8,500.
The town has local cafes and independent food. The Fylde coast area has improving food options. Lytham St Annes nearby has excellent independent food.
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Roam covers Kirkham and the surrounding area in Lancashire, including Wesham, Treales, Wrea Green, Freckleton, Warton, Lytham, St Annes and Weeton.