Abram

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Abram

Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, Platt Bridge 
 The Parish was founded in 1893, previously having been served as a mission by priests from Saint William's Parish, Ince.  The first  church, erected in 1895 was second hand brought by canal and then carted-up past the site of the school in Wigan Street and on to Lily Lane by the men of the parish. The tin church was closed on 7th May 1959 and the congregation moved to Holy Family Parochial Hall, Toll Street. The foundation stone for the new Church was laid by the Most Reverend John Carmel Heenan Archbishop of Liverpool on 11th October 1959. It opened on 2nd December 1960. In 2016 the Church was refurbished and modernised.
Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, Platt Bridge Credit: Gerald England

Abram is a small village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles south of Wigan town center, Abram is a predominantly residential area with a population of around 8,000.

Historically, Abram was primarily an agricultural community, with farming playing a significant role in its economy. Today, however, the village has transitioned into a more suburban area, with a mix of housing estates, local businesses, and amenities.

One of the prominent features of Abram is the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, which passes through the village. The canal provides a scenic route for walkers, cyclists, and boaters, attracting visitors from both within and outside the area.

In terms of amenities, Abram offers several local shops, pubs, and restaurants, catering to the needs of its residents. The village is also home to a primary school, providing education for local children.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Abram boasts several green spaces, including Abram Park, a popular recreational area with playing fields and a children's play area. The park offers opportunities for outdoor activities and serves as a gathering place for community events and celebrations.

Transport links in Abram are well-connected, with regular bus services to nearby towns and cities, including Wigan and Manchester. The village also benefits from its proximity to major road networks, with the M6 motorway just a short drive away.

Overall, Abram provides a peaceful and well-served residential community, offering a mix of suburban living, local amenities, and access to beautiful countryside surroundings.

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Abram Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.508693/-2.595571 or Grid Reference SD6001. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, Platt Bridge 
 The Parish was founded in 1893, previously having been served as a mission by priests from Saint William's Parish, Ince.  The first  church, erected in 1895 was second hand brought by canal and then carted-up past the site of the school in Wigan Street and on to Lily Lane by the men of the parish. The tin church was closed on 7th May 1959 and the congregation moved to Holy Family Parochial Hall, Toll Street. The foundation stone for the new Church was laid by the Most Reverend John Carmel Heenan Archbishop of Liverpool on 11th October 1959. It opened on 2nd December 1960. In 2016 the Church was refurbished and modernised.
Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, Platt Bridge
The Parish was founded in 1893, previously having been served as a mission by priests from Saint William's Parish, Ince. The first church, erected in 1895 was second hand brought by canal and then carted-up past the site of the school in Wigan Street and on to Lily Lane by the men of the parish. The tin church was closed on 7th May 1959 and the congregation moved to Holy Family Parochial Hall, Toll Street. The foundation stone for the new Church was laid by the Most Reverend John Carmel Heenan Archbishop of Liverpool on 11th October 1959. It opened on 2nd December 1960. In 2016 the Church was refurbished and modernised.
Junction of the A58 and A573 
The A58 bears right at Platt Bridge towards Ashton in Makerfield while the A573 continues through Abram towards Warrington.
Junction of the A58 and A573
The A58 bears right at Platt Bridge towards Ashton in Makerfield while the A573 continues through Abram towards Warrington.
Welcome to Abram 
Village sign on the A573 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7129819">SD6002 : Junction of the A58 and A573</a>.
Welcome to Abram
Village sign on the A573 SD6002 : Junction of the A58 and A573.
Iceland, Platt Bridge Frozen food store.
Iceland, Platt Bridge
Frozen food store.
Platt Bridge Co-op
Platt Bridge Co-op
Footpath in Low Hall Local Nature Reserve Known Locally as "Sammy's Flood"
Footpath in Low Hall Local Nature Reserve
Known Locally as "Sammy's Flood"
Brierley's Corner Shop - Bryn Gates
Brierley's Corner Shop - Bryn Gates
Winstanley Road - Bamfurlong
Winstanley Road - Bamfurlong
Gated Track at Lily Lane Farm
Gated Track at Lily Lane Farm
Stuart Close - Platt Bridge
Stuart Close - Platt Bridge
Fields near Liverpool Junction
Fields near Liverpool Junction
Old Railway
Old Railway
Hey Brook Hey Brook as it appears from under the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.
Hey Brook
Hey Brook as it appears from under the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.
Leeds and Liverpool Canal Warrington Road crossing the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.
Leeds and Liverpool Canal
Warrington Road crossing the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.
Hey Brook Small lake alongside Hey Brook, seen from the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.
Hey Brook
Small lake alongside Hey Brook, seen from the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.
Field North of Chadwick's Farm, Abram
Field North of Chadwick's Farm, Abram
Footpath between Crankwood Road and Park Lane, Abram
Footpath between Crankwood Road and Park Lane, Abram
Morris Dancers' Ground, Park Lane, Abram
Morris Dancers' Ground, Park Lane, Abram
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Abram is located at Grid Ref: SD6001 (Lat: 53.508693, Lng: -2.595571)

Unitary Authority: Wigan

Police Authority: Greater Manchester

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.508693,-2.595571
Abram
Is In: Wigan, Greater Manchester, England, UK
Place: village
Source: npe
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Turning Circle
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
Warrington Road/Alexandra Street
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Bus Stop
Warrington Road/School Street
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Bus Stop
Warrington Road/Abram Council Offices
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Bus Stop
Warrington Road/Abram Post Office
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Bus Stop
Warrington Road/Park Lane
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Barrier: bollard
Bollard: removable
Check Date: 2023-04-15
Height: 1
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
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Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
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Tactile Paving: yes
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Bus Stop
Warrington Road/Abram Labour Club
Bus: yes
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Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
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Traffic Calming: hump
Lat/Long: 53.5080043/-2.5899642
Traffic Calming: hump
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Abram Memorial
Historic: memorial
Memorial: obelisk
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Post Box
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Post Box Design: type_b
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: WN2 95
Royal Cypher: EIIR
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Grimshaw Park
Access: yes
Leisure: playground
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Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: WN2 121
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Lat/Long: 53.5048132/-2.5926539
Addr City: Wigan
Addr Housenumber: 338
Addr Street: Warrington Road
Addr Suburb: Abram
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Historic: moat
Note: Old moat noted on 19th century mapping and discussed here: https://www.wiganworld.co.uk/album/photo.php?opt=5&id=3623&gallery=Bamfurlong&offset=0
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Addr Street: Warrington Road
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Addr Street: Warrington Road
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Addr Housenumber: 212
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Addr Suburb: Abram
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Addr Street: Warrington Road
Addr Suburb: Abram
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Addr Street: Warrington Road
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Addr Housenumber: 376
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Addr Suburb: Abram
Lat/Long: 53.5061584/-2.5927962
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 53.5072421/-2.5927053
Addr City: Wigan
Addr Housenumber: 497
Addr Street: Warrington Road
Addr Suburb: Abram
Lat/Long: 53.5046835/-2.5923648
Addr City: Wigan
Addr Housenumber: 10
Addr Street: Lawrence Court
Addr Suburb: Abram
Source: survey
Start Date: 1996
Lat/Long: 53.5131667/-2.5955215
Addr City: Wigan
Addr Housenumber: 18
Addr Street: Lawrence Court
Addr Suburb: Abram
Source: survey
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Bench
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 53.509875/-2.593397
Bench
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 53.5098899/-2.5933878
Waste Basket
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Source: survey
Support: poles
Lat/Long: 53.5098899/-2.593208
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Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: crossing
Traffic Signals Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 53.5062841/-2.5925827
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: crossing
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 53.5063667/-2.5925732
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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