Astley Green

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Astley Green

Chieftain Tank at Boomers and Swingers Golf Range One of three Chieftain Tanks at the driving range which starred in the James Bond Film “Goldeneye” — Chieftain Tank at Boomers and Swingers Golf Range Credit: Anthony Parkes

Astley Green is a small village located in the borough of Wigan, in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated approximately 10 miles northwest of Manchester, it lies within close proximity to the towns of Tyldesley and Leigh. The village is predominantly rural in nature, characterized by its picturesque countryside and charming traditional architecture.

One of the notable features of Astley Green is the presence of Astley Green Colliery, a former coal mine that played a significant role in the region's industrial history. The colliery, which operated from the late 19th century until its closure in 1970, has been preserved as a museum and provides visitors with a fascinating insight into Lancashire's coal mining heritage. The site includes the impressive and iconic headgear, one of the few remaining structures of its kind in the country.

Astley Green is also home to a small community of residents who enjoy the tranquility and natural beauty of the area. The village has a primary school, providing education for local children, as well as a few local amenities such as a pub and a post office. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking, cycling, and horse riding.

Overall, Astley Green is a charming and historic village in Lancashire, with its rich industrial past and idyllic rural setting attracting visitors and residents alike.

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Astley Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.492707/-2.448385 or Grid Reference SJ7099. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chieftain Tank at Boomers and Swingers Golf Range

One of three Chieftain Tanks at the driving range which starred in the James Bond Film “Goldeneye”

Anthony Parkes

Boomers and Swingers Golf Driving Range

Anthony Parkes

Dam House

A much altered hall with 1650 datestone but still with the long gallery on the top floor running east to west

Kevin Waterhouse

Dam House

The south front of the hall (1650 datestone) much altered and latterly used by the NHS. Now in the hands of a heritage trust (MAHT)

Kevin Waterhouse

Allwood Farm, Moss Side

Taken on Moss Lane on the northern edge of Chat Moss at Moss Side, near Leigh, Greater Manchester, I am looking south to Allwood Farm (its buildings just visible to the right of shot).

Carroll Pierce

Astley Moss, north

Taken from the designated circular pathway just north of the railway line at Astley Moss, accessible west of Rindle Road, I am looking across the moss towards Allwood Farm beyond the tree line.

Carroll Pierce

The East Lancs Car Boot Sale

The "famous" East Lancs Car Boot Sale, seen here in August 2017, is held at Marsland Green at the edge of both the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan and the county of Greater Manchester. It is so called because it is located just south of the East Lancashire Road.

Steven Haslington

Moss Brook to Turf Nest Farm

Taken on the bridge on Moss Brook, Moss Side, Astley, near Leigh, Greater Manchester, I am looking south west across fields of barley to Turf Nest Farm.

Carroll Pierce