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Elswick is a quiet, well-kept village in the Fylde, situated about six miles north of Preston and roughly equidistant between the market town of Poulton-le-Fylde and the village of Kirkham. It sits on a gentle ridge within a predominantly agricultural landscape, which gives it a distinct sense of openness. Historically, the village is noted for its longstanding connection to the Congregational church; the local chapel, founded in the 17th century, remains a central landmark. Unlike many surrounding settlements that have expanded rapidly, Elswick has retained a compact linear footprint, centred around the main thoroughfare of Beech Road. It is perhaps best known locally for its traditional ice cream parlour, which has been a fixture of village life for decades. Practicality-wise, the village is served by a primary school and a couple of pubs, though for major supermarkets or rail links to Manchester and London, residents generally look to nearby Kirkham or Preston. It is a place where the pace of life feels dictated by the surrounding lanes and the changing seasons of the Fylde countryside.