Galgate Village is only 3 miles from Lancaster, sitting just south of the University of Lancaster.

There are a range of schools to choose from close by, including four prominent primary schools and three secondary schools. These span grammar schools, public schools and academies.

The location of the Galloways Reach development gives you everything you need on your doorstep, with other amenities just a short journey away. There are four supermarkets nearby, including Booths and M&S Simply Food. A national railway station can be found in Lancaster.

There are two museums nearby, leisure centres, a cinema, theatre and brewery to keep you entertained. You can also take advantage of two nearby golf courses, a range of parks, Lancaster Castle, Cockersand Abbey or Jubilee Tower. The choices locally are endless.

If you’re a boater you will be thrilled to learn that Galgate boasts its own marina! This charming spot has moorings for over 120 boats and is the perfect spot to start and finish your outdoor pursuits.

If you have your own narrowboat, or you’re an aspiring owner, Galgate Marina offers you safe and secure berths with a range of facilities on-site and nearby. A friendly team are on hand to take care of your every need.

Galgate is very well connected by road; the A6 from Preston to Lancaster runs through the village. Junction 33 of the M6 is also nearby, offering easy access to areas such as The West Lancashire coast and the City of Preston.

The Lake District, which is accessible in under an hour, is just perfect for a relaxing break. This national park setting has something for everyone. From farm experiences and zoos, to taking to the water in a kayak, hired boat, or paddleboard. There is never a shortage of outdoor pursuits to keep you interested on these famous lakes.

Back on land you can visit the World of Beatrix Potter, go quad biking, go-karting or rent segways. If you’re craving peace and wildlife, there are many mountains to climb and forests to explore.

If relaxing breaks are more your thing, there are plenty of up-scale bars, restaurants and hotels to entice you back to this World Heritage Site again and again.

In addition to Lancaster, nearby Preston has everything that you could want. Including attractions such as Ninja Adventure, Odeon Cinema, Ribble Steam Railway and Preston North End Football Club. Being a larger city, it also has a bustling high street and shopping centre to satisfy your retail therapy needs!

If you’re travelling further afield for work or leisure, you can take the M6 all the way up to Scotland or down to The Midlands. Travelling by train, you can reach London or Glasgow, from Preston, in just over two hours. Your nearest international airport is Manchester, which is accessible by road in less than an hour.

Galloways Reach is the perfect base from which to explore everything the enchanting North of England has to offer.