Ridge Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire Burnley

England

Ridge Wood

WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front  (22) -
Emergency Water Supply, Hand Bridge, Todmorden Road, Burnley

"EWS Hatch"

A rare EWS sign of metal on the bridge over the River Calder. "EWS Hatch" may refer to a facility to obtain an emergency supply of water from the river (below the bridge).

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6945367">SD8432 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front  (23)</a>
WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (22) Credit: Mike Searle

Ridge Wood is a picturesque village located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated amidst lush greenery and rolling hills, it is known for its serene and tranquil environment, making it an ideal place for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The village takes its name from the abundance of woodlands and forests that surround it, creating a breathtaking landscape. Ridge Wood is home to a variety of trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which provide a natural habitat for numerous wildlife species.

The village itself is small and tightly-knit, with a close community that values its heritage and rural traditions. The local architecture reflects the area's history, with charming stone cottages and traditional buildings dotting the landscape.

Ridge Wood offers a range of outdoor activities for residents and visitors alike. The surrounding woodlands provide excellent opportunities for hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. There are also several well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the area's natural beauty.

For those interested in history, Ridge Wood is home to several historic sites. The village church, dating back to the 12th century, is a particularly prominent landmark and a testament to the area's long-standing heritage.

In terms of amenities, Ridge Wood has a small but bustling village center, featuring a handful of local shops, cafes, and pubs. Despite its rural location, the village benefits from good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns and cities.

Overall, Ridge Wood offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, making it a desirable place to live or visit for those seeking a connection with nature and a slower pace of life.

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Ridge Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.795977/-2.2198455 or Grid Reference SD8533. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front  (22) -
Emergency Water Supply, Hand Bridge, Todmorden Road, Burnley

"EWS Hatch"

A rare EWS sign of metal on the bridge over the River Calder. "EWS Hatch" may refer to a facility to obtain an emergency supply of water from the river (below the bridge).

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6945367">SD8432 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front  (23)</a>
WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (22)
- Emergency Water Supply, Hand Bridge, Todmorden Road, Burnley "EWS Hatch" A rare EWS sign of metal on the bridge over the River Calder. "EWS Hatch" may refer to a facility to obtain an emergency supply of water from the river (below the bridge). SD8432 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (23)
WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front  (24) -
Emergency Water Supply, Holmsley Street, at junction with Lyndhurst Road, Burnley

"EWS 100 yds"

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6945363">SD8432 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front  (25)</a>
WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (24)
- Emergency Water Supply, Holmsley Street, at junction with Lyndhurst Road, Burnley "EWS 100 yds" SD8432 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (25)
WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front  (25) -
Emergency Water Supply, Holmsley Street, at junction with Lyndhurst Road, Burnley

"EWS 100 yds"

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START: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6944970">SJ8498 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front  (1)</a>
WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (25)
- Emergency Water Supply, Holmsley Street, at junction with Lyndhurst Road, Burnley "EWS 100 yds" ********* START: SJ8498 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (1)
WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front  (23) -
Emergency Water Supply,  Hand Bridge, Todmorden Road, Burnley

"EWS Hatch"

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6945359">SD8432 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front  (24)</a>
WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (23)
- Emergency Water Supply, Hand Bridge, Todmorden Road, Burnley "EWS Hatch" SD8432 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (24)
Old Central Cross in the garden of Burnley College Adult Education Centre on Bank Parade Cross of St Paulinus, a central cross with an old shaft and base. Moved to the garden of Burnley College Adult Education Centre on Bank Parade in Burnley. Probably erected in the former market place east of St Peter's church; moved to Godley Lane c1617, and moved to this site in 1881. Grade II Listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1022617" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1022617">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cross_of_St_Paulinus_(Market_Cross),_Burnley.jpg" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cross_of_St_Paulinus_(Market_Cross),_Burnley.jpg">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.

Milestone Society National ID: LABU_BUR01
Old Central Cross in the garden of Burnley College Adult Education Centre on Bank Parade
Cross of St Paulinus, a central cross with an old shaft and base. Moved to the garden of Burnley College Adult Education Centre on Bank Parade in Burnley. Probably erected in the former market place east of St Peter's church; moved to Godley Lane c1617, and moved to this site in 1881. Grade II Listed LinkExternal link. See also LinkExternal link. Milestone Society National ID: LABU_BUR01
Old Central Cross in the garden of Burnley College Adult Education Centre on Bank Parade The Market Cross, a central cross with an old base. Moved to in the garden of Burnley College Adult Education Centre on Bank Parade in Burnley. Erected in the former market place east of St Peter's church in 1617 and moved to this site in 1881. Grade II Listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1022618" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1022618">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.

Milestone Society National ID: LABU_BUR02
Old Central Cross in the garden of Burnley College Adult Education Centre on Bank Parade
The Market Cross, a central cross with an old base. Moved to in the garden of Burnley College Adult Education Centre on Bank Parade in Burnley. Erected in the former market place east of St Peter's church in 1617 and moved to this site in 1881. Grade II Listed LinkExternal link. Milestone Society National ID: LABU_BUR02
Rowley Lake Viewed through woodland on the south western side, from the path which circumvents the whole lake.
Rowley Lake
Viewed through woodland on the south western side, from the path which circumvents the whole lake.
Footpaths at Pike Hill Open space attached to Rowley Lake which has been developed by Burnley Borough Council as an attractive woodland leisure area.
Footpaths at Pike Hill
Open space attached to Rowley Lake which has been developed by Burnley Borough Council as an attractive woodland leisure area.
River Brun above Rowley Lake Looking upstream from the circular path around the lake.
River Brun above Rowley Lake
Looking upstream from the circular path around the lake.
Rowley Lake An artificial lake created on the River Brun, seen here with sombre January colouring.
Rowley Lake
An artificial lake created on the River Brun, seen here with sombre January colouring.
Rowley Hall A lot of farm buildings are behind the grand house, as seen from Rowley Lane.
Rowley Hall
A lot of farm buildings are behind the grand house, as seen from Rowley Lane.
Heckenhurst Farm Viewed from Rowley Lane on a slightly misty day. Wasnop Edge is in the background, the beginning of the higher Pennines.
Heckenhurst Farm
Viewed from Rowley Lane on a slightly misty day. Wasnop Edge is in the background, the beginning of the higher Pennines.
Track up to Netherwood Farm The section up the slope has been reinforced with concrete to make it more durable, though the concrete has a good coating of mud.
Track up to Netherwood Farm
The section up the slope has been reinforced with concrete to make it more durable, though the concrete has a good coating of mud.
Confluence of the Rivers Don and Brun The rivers meet in the Brun Valley Forest Park.
Confluence of the Rivers Don and Brun
The rivers meet in the Brun Valley Forest Park.
Woodland in Scrogg's Wood Part of the Brun Valley Forest Park. The land slopes down to the River Don, which is just about seen ahead.
Woodland in Scrogg's Wood
Part of the Brun Valley Forest Park. The land slopes down to the River Don, which is just about seen ahead.
Path remedial works in the Brun Valley Forest Park The broad paths are kept in good order by the local councils.
Path remedial works in the Brun Valley Forest Park
The broad paths are kept in good order by the local councils.
Crossing of paths in the Don valley Part of the Brun Valley Forest Park. The route left takes you straight out into Heasandford Industrial Estate.
Crossing of paths in the Don valley
Part of the Brun Valley Forest Park. The route left takes you straight out into Heasandford Industrial Estate.
Widow Hill Road A winding road through Heasandford Industrial Estate.
Widow Hill Road
A winding road through Heasandford Industrial Estate.
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Ridge Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD8533 (Lat: 53.795977, Lng: -2.2198455)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Burnley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.795977,-2.2198455
Crossing
Crossing Island: yes
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 53.7946012/-2.2268422
Power: substation
Substation: distribution
Lat/Long: 53.799943/-2.218394
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.7931301/-2.2224062
Burnley Ridge
Place: locality
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 53.7932616/-2.2199671
Groit Wood
Place: locality
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 53.7977646/-2.2192336
Ridge Wood
Place: locality
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 53.7957886/-2.220144
Scrogg's Wood
Place: locality
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 53.7979864/-2.2146023
Bus Stop
Brownhill Avenue
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 2500LAA07180
Naptan NaptanCode: langwpwm
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 53.7922595/-2.2227117
Bus Stop
Longworth Avenue
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 2500LAA07183
Naptan NaptanCode: langwpwt
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 53.7916561/-2.2201457
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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