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Our vibrant campus is in the heart of the North West of England, close to the market town of Ormskirk and the lively cities of Liverpool and Manchester.

Our beautiful, green campus within walking distance (15-minute walk) to the town centre of Ormskirk means that Edge Hill provides the best of both worlds.

The town offers a relaxed atmosphere for our students with various options for eating out as well as a growing nightlife with bars, pubs and clubs to suit all budgets. There are also plenty of shops, historical landmarks and green spaces to explore.

Ormskirk is also an ideal location for exploring the rest of the UK. Whether you are looking for countryside or city life as your next destination, many locations are easily accessible within 1-2 hours. Take the chance to explore somewhere new for the weekend or to go and visit friends at other universities.

And, our on-campus set up makes for a fantastic student experience, while our support and wellbeing teams are always on hand to help you get the most out of your time with us. With something for everyone, Edge Hill really is a place to make home.

Regional map showing location of Edge Hill University in the North West of England.
Come and see for yourself

Why not attend an open day at Edge Hill and find out more. At only 15 minutes walk away, you could take the time to explore Ormskirk and get a feel for where you’ll be studying.

Our open days are also a great way for you to see the campus, meet students and staff and view our award-winning accommodation, rated 1st in the UK (University Compare 2025).

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How to find us

Most of our full-time students are based on the Ormskirk campus, which is kitted out with everything you need to succeed. Our award-winning campus is a home, a place to study, a place to find new interests and a place to make friends and memories that’ll last a lifetime.

Explore our campus from the comfort of your home with our campus map or by taking a virtual tour.

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By road
By rail
Edge Link bus
By plane

Other locations

In addition to programmes delivered in Ormskirk, a number of study centres offer the opportunity to study Edge Hill University courses throughout the North West, Shropshire and further afield.