Hollins Green

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Hollins Green

Royd Mill, Hollinwood A magnificent Edwardian era spinning mill built in 1907 and photographed in 2006. It has now been demolished and the site has been built on. I can no longer work out where the photographers position was as there has been redevelopment of this area in the meantime. The six figure reference for the mill is correct. — Royd Mill, Hollinwood Credit: Chris Allen

Hollins Green is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, in the northwest of England. Situated approximately 10 miles east of the city of Manchester, Hollins Green is part of the Warrington Borough Council area. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering a tranquil and picturesque setting.

With a population of around 1,200 residents, Hollins Green maintains a close-knit and friendly community. The village is known for its strong sense of community spirit, with various local events and activities organized throughout the year. The village also benefits from a range of amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, a pub, and a local shop, providing residents with convenient access to essential services.

Nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers can enjoy the nearby Risley Moss Nature Reserve, a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. This protected area offers an array of habitats, including wetlands, meadows, and woodlands, attracting a diverse range of wildlife. It provides a popular destination for walks, bird watching, and nature appreciation.

Transport links in Hollins Green are well-developed, with easy access to major road networks such as the M62 and M6. This allows for convenient commuting to nearby towns and cities, making Hollins Green an attractive location for those seeking a peaceful village lifestyle while still having connectivity to urban centers.

Overall, Hollins Green offers residents a charming rural setting, a strong community spirit, and easy access to both nature and urban amenities, making it an appealing place to live in Lancashire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.522703/-2.116864 or Grid Reference SD9202. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Royd Mill, Hollinwood

A magnificent Edwardian era spinning mill built in 1907 and photographed in 2006. It has now been demolished and the site has been built on. I can no longer work out where the photographers position was as there has been redevelopment of this area in the meantime. The six figure reference for the mill is correct.

Chris Allen

Royd Mill, Chamber Road, Hollinwood

This mill was built in 1907 and has now been demolished with housing built on the site. This shows the engine house that once held a J & E Wood of Bolton inverted vertical triple expansion steam engine. That was scrapped long ago but a small steam fire pump survived and is now at the Astley Green Mining Museum site. This was a fine Edwardian era mill and really deserved listing, especially as the chimney survived intact with its oversailing cap.

Chris Allen

Royd Mill, Hollinwood

Seen from about the end of Mulmount Close. The mill was built in 1907 as a cotton spinning mill and has now been replaced by houses.

Chris Allen

Royd Mill from Armitage Close, Hollinwood

The mill was built in 1907 and has now been replaced by undistinguished housing. I was able to locate this shot accurately by the modern housing development. Oldham Council has now produced a plan for the surviving mill stock but this was gone before that.

Chris Allen

Hawksley Street, Hollinwood

The large former cotton spinning mill was built in 1907 as Royd Mill and has now been replaced with housing.

Chris Allen

Royd Mill, Hollinwood

Built as a cotton spinning mill in 1907 and since demolished and replaced with houses. A shame it was not listed as it was one of the better Edwardian mills in Oldham. I have struggled to locate the photographer positions and not succeeded with them all.

Chris Allen