Holme Chapel

Settlement in Lancashire Burnley

England

Holme Chapel

The Long Causeway at Stump Cross The way marking stone known as Stump Cross is at the top of the roadside embankment on the bend. This stone has not been dressed unlike the Mount Cross which is further along this ancient route — The Long Causeway at Stump Cross Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Holme Chapel is a small village located in the borough of Rossendale, in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated in the beautiful countryside of the Upper Calder Valley, it is nestled between the towns of Burnley and Todmorden.

The village is known for its charming rural character, with picturesque landscapes and stunning views of the surrounding hills. It is primarily a residential area, with a population of around 500 people. The community is tight-knit and friendly, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Holme Chapel boasts a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the prehistoric era. The area was once home to a thriving cotton industry during the Industrial Revolution, and remnants of old mills can still be seen in the village. Today, the economy is mainly centered around agriculture and small businesses.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in the nearby countryside, with numerous walking trails and scenic spots to enjoy. The village is also home to a local primary school, providing education for the younger residents.

Despite its small size, Holme Chapel hosts a range of community events throughout the year, including summer fairs, Christmas markets, and local festivals. The village has a cozy pub, where residents and visitors can relax and socialize.

Overall, Holme Chapel offers a peaceful and idyllic retreat for those seeking a slower pace of life and a connection with nature.

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Holme Chapel Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.753974/-2.188028 or Grid Reference SD8728. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Long Causeway at Stump Cross

The way marking stone known as Stump Cross is at the top of the roadside embankment on the bend. This stone has not been dressed unlike the Mount Cross which is further along this ancient route

Kevin Waterhouse

Track heading towards Buckley Wood

Public footpath from A646 south of Holme Chapel leading to Buckley Wood over the River Calder

Chris Heaton

Trig Point on Thieveley Pike

Highest point on Deerplay Moor at 449 metres. The trig point now supports a fresh coat of white paint.

Chris Heaton

Footpath on the Southern Edge of Buckley Wood

Woods on the flanks of Deerplay Moor

Chris Heaton

Burnley Way ascending Deerplay Moor

The long distance footpath climbs steeply beside Dean Scout

Chris Heaton

Flanks of Thieveley Scout

Chris Heaton

Grass Track on the Flanks of Deerplay Moor

Chris Heaton

Burnley Way heading South East towards Heald Moor

Following the ridge from Deerplay Moor to Heald Moor on a misty morning

Chris Heaton

Fork in the Paths on Heald Moor

The Burnley Way runs straight ahead over the moor, while a bridleway veers to right beside the wall towards the village of Weir

Chris Heaton

Coal Clough Wind Farm Redevelopment

View from the Singing Ringing Tree of the renewal of the wind farm with larger turbines

Kevin Waterhouse

Maiden Cross Marker Stone

The history of the Maiden Cross appears to be that of one of a series of way markers along the route of the Long Causeway. This crudely inscribed stone appears to just mark the site of a missing cross and has no Historic England listing unlike Stump Cross and Mount Cross.

Kevin Waterhouse

Railway Bridge at Calder Head

Used by the farmer to store baled sileage. Thieveley Scout is beyond the railway

Kevin Waterhouse

Track to Millennium Wood (Thieveley)

An indistinct footpath to the gate for the wood on the flank of Thieveley Scout

Kevin Waterhouse

Former Private Footbridge

The footbridge gave access to Holmes Chapel railway station for the owners of the large house The Holme. The path from The Holme has already come through an underpass under the main road and another under the railway to reach this bridge

Kevin Waterhouse

Private Subway

This subway under the now A646 allowed the owners of The Holme to walk to the railway station in private. A public footpath now comes through the gate in the view to join and go forward to a gated subway under the railway

Kevin Waterhouse

Former Private Subway

This allowed private access to Holmes Chapel railway station for owners of the large house The Holme. The private path also has another subway under the main road and a footbridge over the track to Buckleys

Kevin Waterhouse