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UpHolland sits on a ridge of high ground overlooking the West Lancashire coastal plain, providing a distinct sense of elevation and separation from the newer developments of Skelmersdale below. It is an old village, defined largely by its steep, winding streets and the presence of the 14th-century Church of St Thomas the Martyr, which stands as a remnant of a former Benedictine priory. Locally, life tends to center around the top of the village, where traditional stone-built cottages mix with more modern suburban housing. Geographically, it’s a practical spot; you’re positioned right on the edge of more rural landscapes leading toward Orrell and Wigan, yet the M58 is just a few minutes away, making it a straightforward base for reaching Liverpool or Manchester. While the village has its own small shops and pubs, it remains a quiet, largely residential place where the weather - and the wind - hits a little harder than it does in the valley.