This magnificent mediaeval building, is timber-framed in Tudor style. It is memorable for its ornate hammer beam roof and screen. It stores fine collections of seventeenth century arms, armour and tapestries. Owned by the National Trust , Rufford Hall is open from the beginning of April to the end of October, Saturdays to Wednesdays, 1-5pm. The ground provides a pinic site.
Light refreshments are available on the site.
There is a souvenir shop. Map location . For further information phone 01704 821254. Nature Reserve Martin Mere is a marshland reserve run by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust. It supports 132 different kinds of waterfowl and is located six miles from Ormskirk.