Bank Heath

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Bank Heath

A573 Warrington Road Credit: Steven Brown

Bank Heath is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles northeast of the town of Burnley, Bank Heath is nestled in a picturesque rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green landscapes.

With a population of around 500 residents, Bank Heath is a close-knit community known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The village primarily consists of residential properties, with a few small businesses and amenities such as a local convenience store and a pub.

Bank Heath boasts a rich history, with records dating back to the 17th century. The village is home to several historic buildings, including the Grade II listed St. John the Evangelist Church, which was constructed in 1841 and continues to serve as a place of worship for the local community.

The village is well-connected to surrounding areas by a network of roads, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors. It also benefits from excellent transport links, with regular bus services and nearby railway stations providing connections to nearby towns and cities.

Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Bank Heath offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. The village is located close to the popular Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where visitors can enjoy scenic walks, cycling, and birdwatching.

Bank Heath provides a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle, while still offering convenient access to nearby amenities and attractions.

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Bank Heath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.474946/-2.603385 or Grid Reference SJ6097. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A573 Warrington Road

Steven Brown

A580 East Lancashire Road

Mark Anderson

Traffic lights on the A580

At the junction with Stone Cross Lane North.

Mark Anderson

Stone Cross Lane North

Mark Anderson

Yew Tree Way, Golborne

Mark Anderson

Vision Bus

Carlton Road, Lowton

Alan Nixon

Mast by railway

N Chadwick

Matrix board - M6 northbound

Dave Thompson

Junction 23 signage - M6 northbound

Dave Thompson

Junction 23 signage - M6 northbound

Dave Thompson

St Helens : The M6 Motorway

Heading northbound through Merseyside on the M6 Motorway.

Lewis Clarke

St Helens : The M6 Motorway

Looking along the northbound carriage of the M6 Motorway as it heads through the St Helens area of Merseyside.

Lewis Clarke

St Helens : Motorway Roadside

The roadside scenery including a wind turbine.

Lewis Clarke

St Helens : The M6 Motorway

Heading north through Merseyside on the M6 Motorway.

Lewis Clarke

St Helens : The M6 Motorway

Heading northbound on the M6 Motorway.

Lewis Clarke

Access to M6 works unit near Haydock Park

The M6 motorway runs from junction 19 of the M1 at the Catthorpe Interchange, near Rugby to the Gretna junction (J45). Here it becomes the A74(M) and M74 which continues to Glasgow. The M6 is the longest motorway in the United Kingdom (232 miles) and one of the busiest. It incorporates the first length of motorway opened in the UK (the Preston bypass in 1958) and forms part of a motorway "Backbone of Britain", running north-south between London and Glasgow via the industrial north of England. It is also part of the east-west route between the Midlands and the east coast ports.

David Smith