Barrow's Green

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Barrow's Green

Prospect of Fidlers Ferry Power Station Credit: Chris Morgan

Barrow's Green is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated in the district of Chorley, it is positioned approximately 8 miles northeast of the town of Chorley itself. Nestled amidst the picturesque countryside, the village offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for its residents.

The village of Barrow's Green is characterized by its charming rural atmosphere and close-knit community. It is primarily a residential area, consisting of a cluster of traditional stone-built houses and cottages. The architecture reflects the village's rich history, with some buildings dating back several centuries.

The village is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, and cycling. The nearby Leeds and Liverpool Canal also offers a scenic route for boating enthusiasts. Additionally, Barrow's Green is in close proximity to the stunning countryside of the West Pennine Moors, offering further options for exploring nature.

Despite its small size, the village boasts a range of amenities for residents. These include a local pub, shops, and a primary school, ensuring that the basic needs of the community are met. For additional services and facilities, the larger towns of Chorley and Preston are easily accessible by road.

Overall, Barrow's Green presents an attractive option for those seeking a peaceful and picturesque village lifestyle, with the added convenience of nearby towns for amenities and services. Its charming architecture, scenic surroundings, and welcoming community make it a desirable place to call home.

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Barrow's Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.38045/-2.701435 or Grid Reference SJ5387. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Prospect of Fidlers Ferry Power Station

Chris Morgan

Sunset over the garden wall

Actually my back garden and may not be a true Geograph?

Colin Wynne-Parle

Fiddlers Ferry Power Station

The coal-fired power station Fiddlers Ferry dominates the landscape for many miles around. Its power hall and eight gigantic cooling towers can be seen from 30 miles away. Here it is seen from across the River Mersey from the Runcorn side.

Colin Wynne-Parle

St Lukes C of E Church Farnworth Village

Steve Wynne

High Pressure Pipeline Marker

This is a High Pressure Pipeline marker along Sandy Lane, Penketh (I think). Not much else along this lonely road...

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Wheat Field between Sandy Lane and Warrington Road

A wheat field between Sandy Lane (where I am) and Warrington Road (A57) with Ace Of Hearts Garage in the distance.

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Public Footpath from Warrington Road to Farnworth Road

This is the north end of a long straight track from Warrington Road (A57) and Farnworth Road (A5080) and referred to as South Lane Entry on the Explorer map.

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Junction along Mill Lane

Junction with Mill Lane (left to right), Twyford Lane (behind me) and Mill Green Lane (centre). Rivendell Garden Centre is a couple of hundred metres to the right of the picture along Mill Lane.

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The Moorfield Arms

The Moorfield Arms, Crow Wood near Widnes.

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White Moss Garden Centre

White Moss "The Nursery" Garden Centre on South Lane (A5080) between Farnworth and Penketh.

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Junction along Widnes Road, Penketh

Junction along Widnes Road (A562) with Cuerdley Road (now blocked off) and Tannery Lane. I seem to remember the Tannery down Tannery Lane... apparently used to be a good supply of maggots for fishing.

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Through the arched window

A carved wooden arch marks the entrance to a conservation area to the south of the railway line. The cooling towers of Fiddlers Ferry power station rise above the roofs of some of the 60's - 70's houses on the estate to the south

Gary Rogers

Wigg Island Runcorn/Fiddlers Ferry

On Wigg Island looking across the Mersey River to Fiddlers Ferry Power Station.

Sharon Crowther

Trans Pennine Trail between Warrington and Widnes

This is a view along the Trans Pennine Trail as it heads east towards Warrington. The co-ordinates given are at the point where the bridge in the distance crosses the old Sankey/St.Helens canal (to the left of the footpath) while I was standing at SJ 54281 85632.

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Sankey/St.Helens Canal between Warrington and Widnes

This is a view looking along the disused Sankey/St.helens canal as it heads east towards Widnes. Picture taken at SJ 53929 85498.

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Chemical Plant, Widnes

This is a view taken from SJ 53328 86484 looking east at one of the many chemical plants around Widnes. This particular one belongs to Aroma & Fine Chemical (part of the Octel Corp). In the background can be seen a rather imposing Fiddlers Ferry Power Station which is in the next grid square to the east.

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