Back o' th' Moss

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Back o' th' Moss

WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (14) -
Emergency Rendezvous Point, Baker Street, at junction with Manchester Road, Heywood, Bury

&quot;ERP 235&quot;

Emergency Rendezvous Points (ERP) were designated places in the locality for the coordination of ARP and emergency services during civil emergencies, particularly for those services arriving from outside the area. The signs appear in a variety of designs, but most are diamond shapes framing the ERP locality number.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6945289">SD8609 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (15)</a> — WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (14) Credit: Mike Searle

Back o' th' Moss is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. Nestled amidst picturesque countryside, it is situated approximately 10 miles northeast of the city of Preston. The village is surrounded by vast stretches of mossland, which gives it its distinctive name.

The history of Back o' th' Moss can be traced back several centuries, with evidence of human settlement in the area dating back to the Roman era. Over time, the village has flourished into a close-knit community with a population of around 500 residents.

The village is characterized by its charming traditional cottages, built using local stone and slate roofs. The main focal point of the village is the St. Peter's Church, an architectural gem that dates back to the 14th century. The church is known for its intricate stained glass windows and beautiful wooden carvings.

Agriculture has been a vital part of the village's economy, with farming playing a significant role in the lives of the residents. The fertile soil and the surrounding mossland provide ideal conditions for growing crops and rearing livestock.

Despite its rural setting, Back o' th' Moss benefits from good transportation links, with several major roads passing nearby. This enables easy access to neighboring towns and cities, making it a popular choice for commuters seeking a quieter lifestyle.

The village boasts a strong sense of community, with various local events and activities organized throughout the year. These include agricultural shows, fairs, and traditional festivals that celebrate the village's rich cultural heritage.

Overall, Back o' th' Moss offers a tranquil and idyllic setting, combining natural beauty with a rich historical background, making it a beloved place to live for its residents and an appealing destination for visitors seeking a slice of rural England.

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Back o' th' Moss Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.5991/-2.220483 or Grid Reference SD8511. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (14)

- Emergency Rendezvous Point, Baker Street, at junction with Manchester Road, Heywood, Bury "ERP 235" Emergency Rendezvous Points (ERP) were designated places in the locality for the coordination of ARP and emergency services during civil emergencies, particularly for those services arriving from outside the area. The signs appear in a variety of designs, but most are diamond shapes framing the ERP locality number. SD8609 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (15)

Mike Searle

WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (15)

- Emergency Rendezvous Point, Baker Street, at junction with Manchester Road, Heywood, Bury "ERP 235" Emergency Rendezvous Points (ERP) were designated places in the locality for the coordination of ARP and emergency services during civil emergencies, particularly for those services arriving from outside the area. The signs appear in a variety of designs, but most are diamond shapes framing the ERP locality number. SD8013 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (16)

Mike Searle

Housing on Shaftesbury Drive

This housing estate has no direct vehicle access across the nearby railway to reach the centre of Heywood. The residents have quite a drive to the nearest crossing.

Kevin Waterhouse

Entrance to Broadfield Business Park

Off Pilsworth Road. There is a public bridleway (by the side of the gatehouse) behind the security fencing - not that you would recognise it.

Kevin Waterhouse

WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (12)

- Emergency Rendezvous Point, Peel Street, at junction with Bury Street, Heywood, Bury "ERP ---?" Emergency Rendezvous Points (ERP) were designated places in the locality for the coordination of ARP and emergency services during civil emergencies, particularly for those services arriving from outside the area. The signs appear in a variety of designs, but most are diamond shapes framing the ERP locality number. SD8410 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (13)

Mike Searle

WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (13)

- Emergency Rendezvous Point, Peel Street, at junction with Bury Street, Heywood, Bury "ERP ---?" Emergency Rendezvous Points (ERP) were designated places in the locality for the coordination of ARP and emergency services during civil emergencies, particularly for those services arriving from outside the area. The signs appear in a variety of designs, but most are diamond shapes framing the ERP locality number. SD8609 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (14)

Mike Searle

Heywood Church Spire - St Lukes

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OS Cut Mark: Heywood - Number 6 Hind Hill Street

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The former Phoenix Brewery, Heywood â 1

I haven't worked out what the function of the buildings in the foreground was.

Alan Murray-Rust

The former Phoenix Brewery, Heywood â 2

This range may have been the stable block, now occupied by various small businesses.

Alan Murray-Rust

The former Phoenix Brewery, Heywood â 3

Terracotta date plaque on the stable block. The whole set of brewery buildings appears to date from 1899, although the 1894 6-inch mapping shows buildings with a similar footprint already in existence.

Alan Murray-Rust

The former Phoenix Brewery, Heywood â 4

The brewing tower, now out of use except as a support for communications transmitters.

Alan Murray-Rust

The former Phoenix Brewery, Heywood â 5

The main brewery yard. The brewery closed in around 1960, but the 'Oak Brewing Company' of Ellesmere Port relocated here in 1991 and became Phoenix Brewing Ltd in 1996. It occupies the former maltings and office buildings and doesn't not 'replicate' the original brewery.

Alan Murray-Rust