Greave

Settlement in Lancashire Rossendale

England

Greave

Former Trackbed of Rochdale to Bacup Railway View East from Lee Moor Colliery Incline Bridge along the now cycleway.
Former Trackbed of Rochdale to Bacup Railway Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Greave is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles southeast of Rochdale, it falls within the Greater Manchester area. The village is set amidst the picturesque Pennine hills, offering stunning views and a peaceful rural setting.

Greave is known for its rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Neolithic period. The area was predominantly agricultural until the Industrial Revolution, when it became a center for textile manufacturing. Today, the village retains some of its historic charm, with several well-preserved stone cottages and buildings that showcase its past.

The village has a close-knit community, with a population of around 500 residents. It offers a range of amenities, including a local primary school, a post office, and a village hall that serves as a hub for community events. Greave is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities, with regular bus services and easy access to major road networks.

Nature enthusiasts are drawn to Greave for its beautiful surrounding countryside, which offers opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring the nearby moorland. The village is also located close to Hollingworth Lake, a popular spot for water sports, fishing, and leisure activities.

In summary, Greave is a charming village in Lancashire that combines a rich history with a picturesque setting. Its close-knit community and proximity to nature make it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a peaceful and idyllic setting.

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Greave Images

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Former Trackbed of Rochdale to Bacup Railway View East from Lee Moor Colliery Incline Bridge along the now cycleway.
Former Trackbed of Rochdale to Bacup Railway
View East from Lee Moor Colliery Incline Bridge along the now cycleway.
Pinfold remains near Cow Toot Farm A grade II listed structure.
Pinfold remains near Cow Toot Farm
A grade II listed structure.
Pinfold near Cow Toot Farm The pinfold is a prominent feature above Bacup and this view is from Bankside Lane
Pinfold near Cow Toot Farm
The pinfold is a prominent feature above Bacup and this view is from Bankside Lane
Presumed Boundary Stone At Heald Top Farm
Presumed Boundary Stone
At Heald Top Farm
Boundary Marker at Sharneyford At the side of the A681
Boundary Marker at Sharneyford
At the side of the A681
464 to Accrington 
Operated by Rossobus, the A464 is a service from Rochdale via Bacup, Rawtenstall and Haslingdon to Accrington. It runs at 15 minute intervals most of day, Monday to Saturdays and every half hour Sundays/Bank Holidays.
464 to Accrington
Operated by Rossobus, the A464 is a service from Rochdale via Bacup, Rawtenstall and Haslingdon to Accrington. It runs at 15 minute intervals most of day, Monday to Saturdays and every half hour Sundays/Bank Holidays.
Former NatWest Bank 
On the corner of Market Street and Bankside Lane. Although closed for several years now it still has an ATM in the wall.
Former NatWest Bank
On the corner of Market Street and Bankside Lane. Although closed for several years now it still has an ATM in the wall.
The Queens Also known as Little Queens.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7254745">SD8623 : Sign of The Queens</a>.
The Queens
Also known as Little Queens. SD8623 : Sign of The Queens.
Sign of The Queens Sign for The Queens <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7254743">SD8623 : The Queens</a>.
Sign of The Queens
Sign for The Queens SD8623 : The Queens.
St James Square 
The roundabout in the centre of town is where the A671 from Rochdale to Burnley meets the A681 from Rawtenstall to Todmorden. The building on the left was  originally the King George V pub. Now known as King George Chambers it is offices for an accountancy firm at the front and apartments at the rear. The Art Deco building in the middle was used as council offices  It later became an electricity showroom and then a community resource centre. Now it is a hair salon. The brick building on the right was originally Woolworths.
St James Square
The roundabout in the centre of town is where the A671 from Rochdale to Burnley meets the A681 from Rawtenstall to Todmorden. The building on the left was originally the King George V pub. Now known as King George Chambers it is offices for an accountancy firm at the front and apartments at the rear. The Art Deco building in the middle was used as council offices It later became an electricity showroom and then a community resource centre. Now it is a hair salon. The brick building on the right was originally Woolworths.
Pioneer Building 
On the corner of Rochdale Road and Alma Street. Home to a variety of businesses.
Pioneer Building
On the corner of Rochdale Road and Alma Street. Home to a variety of businesses.
Maden Public Baths 
The baths were opened in December 1893.

Building News reported "Each entrance will be of sufficient width for double turnstiles in and out, in addition to a pass gate in the centre, with latch available for visitors, officials, etc, who are not bathers, so as to have a complete register. The women and first-class men use one entrance, and the second-class men the other. With this arrangement it is provided that women can occasionally have the use of the first-class swimming-baths within certain hours of the day. The position of the laundry is such as to make it convenient for the attendant to pass from thence to the women's baths (which are situated over the entrances) without loss of time. The laundry and washhouse, with drying-closet, are placed over the boiler-house, which is provided with two boilers. ...  There are six slipper-baths for women, three of which would be considered first-class, and three second-class, the difference being principally in the fitting up of the baths with shower, etc. There are six slipper-baths for men, three of which will be first-class and three second-class; each will have a shower-bath. ...  Each swimming bath is well lighted from the roof with inclined vertical lights." <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://manchestervictorianarchitects.org.uk/buildings/maden-public-baths-rochdale-road-bacup" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://manchestervictorianarchitects.org.uk/buildings/maden-public-baths-rochdale-road-bacup">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>

It is now used as a community centre and includes a Youth Zone <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/youthzone/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/youthzone/">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> and a Childcare Centre <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.madenearlyyears.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.madenearlyyears.co.uk/">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>
Maden Public Baths
The baths were opened in December 1893. Building News reported "Each entrance will be of sufficient width for double turnstiles in and out, in addition to a pass gate in the centre, with latch available for visitors, officials, etc, who are not bathers, so as to have a complete register. The women and first-class men use one entrance, and the second-class men the other. With this arrangement it is provided that women can occasionally have the use of the first-class swimming-baths within certain hours of the day. The position of the laundry is such as to make it convenient for the attendant to pass from thence to the women's baths (which are situated over the entrances) without loss of time. The laundry and washhouse, with drying-closet, are placed over the boiler-house, which is provided with two boilers. ... There are six slipper-baths for women, three of which would be considered first-class, and three second-class, the difference being principally in the fitting up of the baths with shower, etc. There are six slipper-baths for men, three of which will be first-class and three second-class; each will have a shower-bath. ... Each swimming bath is well lighted from the roof with inclined vertical lights." LinkExternal link It is now used as a community centre and includes a Youth Zone LinkExternal link and a Childcare Centre LinkExternal link
Former School Board Offices 
The building has been derelict since at least 2008 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/809982">SD8622 : Former School Board Offices, No14 Rochdale Road, Bacup</a>.
Former School Board Offices
The building has been derelict since at least 2008 SD8622 : Former School Board Offices, No14 Rochdale Road, Bacup.
Broadclough Mill On Burnley Road
Broadclough Mill
On Burnley Road
Waterside Mill remains A listed building apparently being demolished
Waterside Mill remains
A listed building apparently being demolished
The Laurels A large imposing house now in use as a care home
The Laurels
A large imposing house now in use as a care home
OS Cut Mark - Stubbylee, Stubbylee Hall <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm104914" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm104914">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>
OS Cut Mark - Stubbylee, Stubbylee Hall
Location of OS Cut Mark - Stubbylee, Stubbylee Hall
Location of OS Cut Mark - Stubbylee, Stubbylee Hall
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Greave is located at Grid Ref: SD8723 (Lat: 53.707865, Lng: -2.187368)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Rossendale

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Located within 500m of 53.707865,-2.187368
Greave
Place: suburb
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 53.7051218/-2.1896657
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 53.708129/-2.1802801
Entrance: main
Lat/Long: 53.7065441/-2.1935294
Barrier: yes
Lat/Long: 53.7084799/-2.1881712
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 53.7080944/-2.19333
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