Top o' th' Moss

Downs, Moorland in Lancashire Rossendale

England

Top o' th' Moss

Rossendale Way passing a Ruined Farmhouse The upper reaches of the Ogden Valley is littered with the ruins of many buildings. — Rossendale Way passing a Ruined Farmhouse Credit: Chris Heaton

Top o' th' Moss is a picturesque area located in Lancashire, England. Situated amidst the rolling hills and expansive moorlands of the region, this charming locale offers breathtaking natural beauty and a tranquil atmosphere. The name "Top o' th' Moss" refers to the highest point in the area, which provides visitors with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The landscape of Top o' th' Moss is dominated by heather-covered moors, scattered with patches of lush greenery and dotted with rocky outcrops. The area is a haven for wildlife, with a wide variety of bird species, including kestrels and lapwings, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

The region is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with wildflowers such as foxgloves and bluebells adding vibrant splashes of color to the landscape. Visitors can explore the area through numerous walking trails, allowing them to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and peaceful surroundings.

Historically, Top o' th' Moss has been used for sheep farming, with traditional stone-walled farms still dotting the landscape. These farms add a touch of rustic charm to the area and provide a glimpse into the region's agricultural past.

In conclusion, Top o' th' Moss in Lancashire offers a serene and picturesque getaway for nature lovers and those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its stunning moorlands, abundant wildlife, and rich history, this area is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.

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Rossendale Way passing a Ruined Farmhouse The upper reaches of the Ogden Valley is littered with the ruins of many buildings.

Rossendale Way passing a Ruined Farmhouse

The upper reaches of the Ogden Valley is littered with the ruins of many buildings.

Rossendale Way below Nab Hill

A 41 mile circular high level route that roughly follows the boundary of Rossendale Borough. Yellow indicators stamped with an "RW" logo in green leads the walker around the environs of Bacup, Rawtenstall, Haslingden and Whitworth.

Approaching Plantation below Nab Hill Following the Rossendale Way long distance footpath westwards in the upper reaches of Grane Valley.

Approaching Plantation below Nab Hill

Following the Rossendale Way long distance footpath westwards in the upper reaches of Grane Valley.

Ruin in the Upper Grane Valley One of many ruins that dot the landscape that constitutes the upper reaches of the River Ogden - very little left of this one.

Ruin in the Upper Grane Valley

One of many ruins that dot the landscape that constitutes the upper reaches of the River Ogden - very little left of this one.

Descending into the Grane Valley (1) Public footpath follows the substantial wall into the head of the Grane Valley - which contains the River Ogden.

Descending into the Grane Valley (1)

Public footpath follows the substantial wall into the head of the Grane Valley - which contains the River Ogden.

Descending into the Grane Valley (2) Footpath descending into the head of the Grane Valley, although it is not visible on the ground - so attention needs to be concentrated on the map.

Descending into the Grane Valley (2)

Footpath descending into the head of the Grane Valley, although it is not visible on the ground - so attention needs to be concentrated on the map.

Footpath heading towards Broadhead Road

Footpath heading towards Broadhead Road

Track leading away from Broadhead Road The public footpath concealed and smothered by vegetation

Track leading away from Broadhead Road

The public footpath concealed and smothered by vegetation

Ruins of Peak House, Haslingden Grane Part of Grane Village, once a thriving community of over a thousand souls involved with farming, quarrying and illicit whisky distillation.
The construction of the 3 reservoirs sounded the death knell, depopulating the valley and leaving behind many ruined buildings

Ruins of Peak House, Haslingden Grane

Part of Grane Village, once a thriving community of over a thousand souls involved with farming, quarrying and illicit whisky distillation. The construction of the 3 reservoirs sounded the death knell, depopulating the valley and leaving behind many ruined buildings

Rossendale Way in Haslingden Grane The long distance footpath in the deserted ruins of Grane Village, a once thriving community depopulated after the construction of the three reservoirs.

Rossendale Way in Haslingden Grane

The long distance footpath in the deserted ruins of Grane Village, a once thriving community depopulated after the construction of the three reservoirs.

Ruins of Close Bottom, Haslingden Grane One of many ruins dotted hereabouts, that once made up the community of Grane Village.
Now abandoned and deserted, after the construction of 3 reservoirs along the River Ogden.

Ruins of Close Bottom, Haslingden Grane

One of many ruins dotted hereabouts, that once made up the community of Grane Village. Now abandoned and deserted, after the construction of 3 reservoirs along the River Ogden.

Ruins of Top o' th' Knoll, Haslingden Grane (1) Once substantial premises in the now abandoned Grane Village, passed by on the Rossendale Way.

Ruins of Top o' th' Knoll, Haslingden Grane (1)

Once substantial premises in the now abandoned Grane Village, passed by on the Rossendale Way.

Ruins of Top o' th' Knoll, Haslingden Grane (2) Part of the now deserted community of the once thriving Grane Village - a former farming, quarrying and illicit whisky distillation centre in the upper Ogden Valley

Ruins of Top o' th' Knoll, Haslingden Grane (2)

Part of the now deserted community of the once thriving Grane Village - a former farming, quarrying and illicit whisky distillation centre in the upper Ogden Valley

Grane Head In the plantations above Calf Hey Reservoir

Grane Head

In the plantations above Calf Hey Reservoir

Rossendale Way above Calf Hey Reservoir The long distance footpath in the Ogden Valley

Rossendale Way above Calf Hey Reservoir

The long distance footpath in the Ogden Valley

Calf Hey Reservoir The uppermost of three reservoirs in the Ogden Valley, as seen from the Rossendale Way.

Calf Hey Reservoir

The uppermost of three reservoirs in the Ogden Valley, as seen from the Rossendale Way.

Looking across the Ogden Valley Looking north from the Rossendale Way

Looking across the Ogden Valley

Looking north from the Rossendale Way

Ruins of Upper Heights Farm Above Ogden Reservoir, and passed by on the Rossendale Way long distance footpath are the sad abandoned remains of Upper Heights Farm

Ruins of Upper Heights Farm

Above Ogden Reservoir, and passed by on the Rossendale Way long distance footpath are the sad abandoned remains of Upper Heights Farm

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Top o' th' Moss is located at Grid Ref: SD7421 (Lat: 53.690755, Lng: -2.3889158)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Rossendale

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Located within 500m of 53.690755,-2.3889158

Man Made: survey_point

Survey Point Structure: pillar

Lat/Long: 53.6885104/-2.3833255

Barrier: stile

Material: wood

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 53.6885282/-2.3833286

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