Alleytroyds

Settlement in Lancashire Hyndburn

England

Alleytroyds

M65 The M65 Motorway seen from the Leeds &amp; Liverpool Canal. — M65 Credit: Peter McDermott

Alleytroyds is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, in the northwest of England. Situated in the picturesque countryside, it is nestled between rolling green hills and meandering streams. With a population of approximately 500 residents, Alleytroyds exudes a serene and close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is known for its rich history, dating back to the medieval period. Remnants of the past can be seen in the form of charming cottages made from local stone and a 14th-century church that stands at the heart of the village. The church, dedicated to St. Mary, is a stunning architectural gem and draws visitors from far and wide.

Alleytroyds is blessed with abundant natural beauty, offering ample opportunities for outdoor activities. The surrounding countryside provides picturesque walking trails, perfect for nature enthusiasts and hikers. Additionally, the village is located near a tranquil river where fishing enthusiasts can indulge in their favorite pastime.

Despite its small size, Alleytroyds boasts a vibrant community spirit. The village hosts various social events throughout the year, including an annual summer fete and a Christmas market. These events bring together residents and visitors alike, fostering a sense of unity and camaraderie.

Alleytroyds may be a hidden gem, but its charm and warmth are undeniable. Whether one seeks solace in nature or craves a tight-knit community, this Lancashire village offers a peaceful haven in a fast-paced world.

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Alleytroyds Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.751363/-2.3913714 or Grid Reference SD7428. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

M65

The M65 Motorway seen from the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.

Peter McDermott

Oswaldtwistle Mills

Steve Daniels

Shops on Union Road in Oswaldtwistle

Steve Daniels

Accrington station from the footbridge

In the days of the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway, this was a triangular junction station, of which only one pair of curved platforms remains, heading west towards Blackburn and north-east towards Burnley. The southern route no longer exists between here and Stubbins. Tesco Extra is built on the site of the former goods shed and sidings.

Stephen Craven

Accrington station footbridge

There are no ticket barriers on this station, so the bridge acts as a general public route for customers of the Tesco Extra that occupies the southern part of the original station site, as well as for rail passengers.

Stephen Craven

Accrington station access ramp

Still in construction, to provide easier access from Paxton Street to the eastbound platform.

Stephen Craven

Sprinter arriving at Accrington station

Unit 150102 calls with the 09.34 all-stations service to Colne.

Stephen Craven

Infant Street, Accrington â 1971

Although taken with the bus as the main subject, the view is of interest for the inscription on the tall building in the background. This reads “God says: do not drink wine nor strong drink, thou nor thy sons with thee”. The building is shown on older OS maps as 'Hall' and was presumably a Temperance hall. The quotation, from Leviticus, is clearly aimed at total abstinence from alcohol, although the text actually continues “when ye go into the tabernacle of the congregation”, which clearly indicates a more limited abstinence than total. Also of interest is the inscription on the Accrington Provident Co-operative Society building, since demolished. The bus is Accrington Corporation 26, a Bristol RE with East Lancs bodywork, new in 1968. Rhyddings Street is in neighbouring Oswaldtwistle. This is one of a series of views featuring buses in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Link

Alan Murray-Rust

Accrington railway station, Lancashire

Opened in 1848 by the East Lancashire Railway, soon to become part of the Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway, this station was a major junction where the company's Burnley-Blackburn-Liverpool/Preston and Burnley-Bury-Manchester lines diverged. The latter line and platforms closed in 1966. View north east towards Huncoat and Burnley. In former times there was a bay platform to the immediate right and a large goods shed. Platforms to Bury were in the distance, beyond the footbridge, which used to have a roof. By the 1980s, it had become a very basic station - see SD7528 : Accrington railway station, Lancashire, 1983 but has since received a new booking office (2012) and step free ramps from street level (2022). For more information, see Link

Nigel Thompson

William Blythe Chemical Works

The William Blythe Chemical Works seen from the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.

Peter McDermott

Rishton

Petre Crescent in Rishton, seen from the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.

Peter McDermott

Leeds & Liverpool Canal

The Leeds and Liverpool Canal is the longest canal in Northern England at 127 miles long. The first of the trans-Pennine canals it took 46 years to build at a cost of five times the original budget, mainly because of the length and complexity of the route. It passes through 91 locks with a summit level of 487 feet at Foulridge near Nelson and Colne. It was originally conceived in the 18th century to carry woollen goods from Leeds and Bradford and limestone from Skipton but in its 19th century heyday it carried stone, coal and many other goods. The impact of the railways was not as great as with other canals and commercial traffic continued along the main canal until 1964. Regular work stopped in 1972 when the movement of coal to Wigan Power Station ceased. In the latter part of the 20th century the leisure potential of the canal was developed and it is now a popular destination for cruising, fishing, walking and cycling. See Link

for detailed information.

Peter McDermott

St Jame's

St Jame's Church at Church.

Peter McDermott

Aspen Colliery

Remains of the coke ovens at the Aspen Colliery.

Peter McDermott

St James' Church

Founded on the site in 1546

Alan Pickup

Old coal staithe on Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Just west of Church swing bridge an embankment reaches the canal and terminates in the masonry in the centre of the view. From old OS maps this embankment connected a coal shaft with the canal.

Kevin Waterhouse