I know the long route
Junc 29 of M6, take a right (I think - just don't head for Leyland as you want to go in the opposite direction). Take a right at the first set of lights onto Wigan Road, pass through Euxton (you'll pass Papa Luigi's restaurant on your right). Follow signs for Eccleston and once in Eccleston give Rod a call as you're only 5 mins away from him.
Talat.