Welcome to
THE FIVE VILLAGES
AN ACTIVE COMMUNITY WITHIN THE PARISH OF ST OSWALD
OUR HERITAGE
Our heritage is best understood by looking at the Parish of Backford which encompasses five historic Cheshire Townships.
OUR CHURCH
The 13th century Parish Church of St Oswald serves the community, working closely with St. Oswald's CE Primary School and many other groups.
EDUCATION MATTERS
Our Pre-school and St. Oswald's CE Primary School offer continuity and a nurturing environment for all their pupils. Meanwhile, Life Long Learning opportunities are available at the Five Village Hub, Mollington & Backford District Village Hall.
WHERE TO STAY
If you are planning a visit, holding a function or need long term care options, the Parish can meet your needs.
OUT AND ABOUT
Whether it's fishing, horse riding, walking, running or cycling; our local lakes, bridle ways, rural roads, tow paths, public footpaths, and cycle paths offer opportunities for getting out and about without the need for a car.
THE FIVE VILLAGES HALL
A place to meet, the Five Villages Hall, offers everything from a Toddlers group to fitness classes, rural touring theatre, U3A and much much more.
TAKE A WALK THROUGH THE HISTORY OF THE FIVE VILLAGES
For an in depth study of our local history read "Beneath the Surface", a series of essays of the townships, compiled by
Backford and Mollington Local History Society and available from the History Society
Discover our Living History
Learn more about our rich and varied heritage
The six, original, individual settlements all have an early English name, indicating a foundation before the Norman Conquest in 1066, but the earliest known date of their combination is 1305.
From then, too, it is certain that a vicar had been appointed to the church we know as St. Oswald's.
THE FIVE VILLAGES HALL
A place to meet, socialise, exercise, see rural touring theatre acts, party and much more. Its your space.
Get Involved
Together, we can make all the difference
OUR PARISH & UNITARY COUNCILS
Our 3 Civil Parish Councils; Mollington, Backford and Lea By Backford, hold meetings, separately, every two months.
Dates, agendas and meeting venues are posted on each of the three Civil Parish Councils' notice boards and their websites.
You are welcome to attend for the first 30 minutes of any meeting.
Dates, agendas and meeting venues are posted on each of the three Civil Parish Councils' notice boards and their websites.
You are welcome to attend for the first 30 minutes of any meeting.
Are you a resident? Want to get involved?
Are you a resident?Want to get involved?
Are you a resident?
Want to get involved?
For issues with Public Rights of Way, Highways, Litter or Planning, contact a councillor or visit the
Cheshire West and Chester web site and use the on-line Residents reporting system.