Dorbcrest
It shows in the standard of our specification; nothing but the very best appliances, materials and design to go with our meticulous attention to detail and eye for real quality.
And because you know better than anyone else how to make your ideal home complete, we’ll give you the option of specifying your kitchen style and wall tiling.
Making your new home a vision of perfection, inside and out.
Welcome to The Old Grammar School, Ruff Lane, the latest unique development by Dorbcrest Homes. Comprising of 16 luxury apartments in the Old Ormskirk Grammar School building and 88 new homes and apartments within the school grounds. This development mixes the ambience of traditional living with cutting edge urban style.
Ormskirk Grammar School which was founded circa 1610 moved from the original school house at Barkhouse Hill to Ruff Lane in 1850. The architect Sidney Smirke designed the original school room and school masters house which is to the west of the main school building. The school was consistently extended for the next 150 years and now is being carefully refurbished into homes that combine the architectural splendour of this period building with cutting edge design.
Where To Find Us
By road: Leave the M58 at junction 3 and take the A570 towards Southport and Ormskirk. After 2 miles you will enter Ormskirk passing Edgehill College on your right. Turn right into Knowsley Road and first right into Ruff Lane.
Out & About
Ormskirk is a small and friendly market town, with a population of 40,000 people. The towns special blend of character and history mingles well with modern shopping outlets and a host of recreational facilities, with a variety of stylish restaurants and bars entwined with traditional pubs. Ormskirk will cater for all your aspirations.
Superb Location
Ormskirk is an ideal location for commuting right across the North West. Located just off the M58 motorway, the area offers unprecedented road links. Ormskirk also has a
frequent train service.
Style & Sophistication
The Old Grammar School, Ruff Lane is conceived as a landmark residential development for Ormskirk and has been designed without compromise. Every detail has been carefully considered for designer living in modern, spacious apartments and homes. With individuality being paramount, each layout has been given much thought, with high specification interior design to deliver your perfect place to live.