Bastwell

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Bastwell

Field east of the canal at Whitebirk The Leeds and Liverpool canal passes in front of the buildings in the distance, and at this point acts as the boundary between Blackburn unitary authority in which the buildings lie, and Lancashire county this side.
Field east of the canal at Whitebirk Credit: Stephen Craven

Bastwell is a small residential area located in the town of Blackburn, Lancashire, England. Situated in the northwestern part of the town, Bastwell is bounded by Whalley Range, Audley, and Central Blackburn. The area is primarily composed of residential properties, with a mix of terraced houses and semi-detached homes.

Bastwell benefits from its proximity to Blackburn town center, which is just a short distance away. This provides residents with easy access to a wide range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Additionally, the area benefits from good transport links, with several bus routes passing through, connecting Bastwell to other parts of the town and beyond.

The community in Bastwell is diverse, with a mix of different ethnicities and backgrounds. This diversity is reflected in the local businesses, which offer a range of multicultural goods and services. The area is also home to several places of worship, including churches, mosques, and temples, catering to the religious needs of the community.

Bastwell is known for its strong community spirit and active local organizations, which work to improve the area and provide support to residents. These organizations often arrange community events, such as festivals and fairs, fostering a sense of unity and belonging among residents.

Overall, Bastwell offers a peaceful residential environment with easy access to essential amenities and a diverse community that embraces its multicultural identity.

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Bastwell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.757804/-2.4698619 or Grid Reference SD6929. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field east of the canal at Whitebirk The Leeds and Liverpool canal passes in front of the buildings in the distance, and at this point acts as the boundary between Blackburn unitary authority in which the buildings lie, and Lancashire county this side.
Field east of the canal at Whitebirk
The Leeds and Liverpool canal passes in front of the buildings in the distance, and at this point acts as the boundary between Blackburn unitary authority in which the buildings lie, and Lancashire county this side.
Leeds and Liverpool Canal near Trident Way The canal was partly frozen. For a similar view from towpath level, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4435100">SD7029 : A View Along The Canal</a>.
Leeds and Liverpool Canal near Trident Way
The canal was partly frozen. For a similar view from towpath level, see SD7029 : A View Along The Canal.
St Gabriel's Church at Brownhill
St Gabriel's Church at Brownhill
Leeds & Liverpool Canal The Leeds & Liverpool Canal at Whitebirk.
Leeds & Liverpool Canal
The Leeds & Liverpool Canal at Whitebirk.
Whitebirk Moss Farm Whitebirk Moss Farm alongside the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.
Whitebirk Moss Farm
Whitebirk Moss Farm alongside the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.
Imperial Mill Imperial Mill seen from the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.

See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7558847">SD7028 : Imperial Mill</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7558832">SD6928 : Imperial Mill</a>.
Imperial Mill
Imperial Mill seen from the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. See also SD7028 : Imperial Mill and SD6928 : Imperial Mill.
Imperial Mill Imperial Mill seen from the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.

See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7558843">SD7028 : Imperial Mill</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7558832">SD6928 : Imperial Mill</a>.
Imperial Mill
Imperial Mill seen from the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. See also SD7028 : Imperial Mill and SD6928 : Imperial Mill.
St Gabriel's Church, Brownhill, Blackburn Verlarde 1932. Pevsner:"...one of the milestones in the development of architecture towards a 20thC style"
St Gabriel's Church, Brownhill, Blackburn
Verlarde 1932. Pevsner:"...one of the milestones in the development of architecture towards a 20thC style"
St Gabriel's Church, detail
St Gabriel's Church, detail
Roe Lee Mill, Blackburn "Duckworth's and Eddlestones weaving sheds were state of the art"... Visit of George V and Queen Mary 1913. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cottontown.org/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cottontown.org/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Tony Mercer provided this extra information, "The entrance through the gates in the photo used to have a siding from the railway into it. It was controlled by a nearby signal box called Cemetery Hill siding."
Roe Lee Mill, Blackburn
"Duckworth's and Eddlestones weaving sheds were state of the art"... Visit of George V and Queen Mary 1913. See LinkExternal link Tony Mercer provided this extra information, "The entrance through the gates in the photo used to have a siding from the railway into it. It was controlled by a nearby signal box called Cemetery Hill siding."
Blackburn Cemetery Overgrown Victoriana
Blackburn Cemetery
Overgrown Victoriana
Blackburn Cemetery - Tomb in the Moorish style. Knotweed abundant. Grave of William Whewell. "not a lot is known about this grave" - <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.cottontown.org" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cottontown.org">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> . Can anyone help?
Blackburn Cemetery - Tomb in the Moorish style. Knotweed abundant.
Grave of William Whewell. "not a lot is known about this grave" - LinkExternal link . Can anyone help?
Eddyholes Service Reservoir (Covered)
Eddyholes Service Reservoir (Covered)
Stonehill Garden Centre Tucked away down a lane off the Whalley Old Road at Sunny Bower is a surprisingly large plant centre.
Stonehill Garden Centre
Tucked away down a lane off the Whalley Old Road at Sunny Bower is a surprisingly large plant centre.
"Stanley Arms", Campbell Street, Blackburn
"Stanley Arms", Campbell Street, Blackburn
Sports Hall. Inflatable sports hall at Lammack school. Viewed from Royshaw Hill.
Sports Hall.
Inflatable sports hall at Lammack school. Viewed from Royshaw Hill.
Brownhill Arms. Brownhill Arms public house and row of cottages. Whalley New Road. Brownhill.
Brownhill Arms.
Brownhill Arms public house and row of cottages. Whalley New Road. Brownhill.
The Farthings . Public house on Rosewood Avenue.
The Farthings .
Public house on Rosewood Avenue.
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Bastwell is located at Grid Ref: SD6929 (Lat: 53.757804, Lng: -2.4698619)

Unitary Authority: Blackburn with Darwen

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.757804,-2.4698619
Mini Roundabout
Direction: clockwise
Lat/Long: 53.7569918/-2.4676779
Mini Roundabout
Direction: clockwise
Lat/Long: 53.7568168/-2.4676594
Junction: roundabout
Lat/Long: 53.76187/-2.4721114
Barrier: bollard
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Horse: yes
Lat/Long: 53.7619167/-2.4711117
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 53.7544771/-2.4665029
Barrier: bollard
Lat/Long: 53.7581935/-2.4628776
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.7539213/-2.4703651
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.7546916/-2.4709485
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 53.7550563/-2.4664256
Bank
T.S.B Bank
Name En: T.S.B Bank
Lat/Long: 53.7574752/-2.471757
Place Of Worship
Masjid-al-Momineen
Building: mosque
Denomination: sunni
Religion: muslim
Website: https://www.al-momineen.org/
Lat/Long: 53.7573243/-2.4690479
PC Waves
Name En: PC Waves
Shop: computer
Lat/Long: 53.7581814/-2.4710594
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: pelican
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.7605195/-2.471173
Place Of Worship
Masjid e Sajedeen
Addr City: Blackburn
Addr Postcode: BB1 6LS
Addr Street: Plane Tree Road
Email: sajedeen@hotmail.co.uk
Phone: +441254 54313
Religion: muslim
Source Addr Postcode: code-point_open
Website: http://www.sajedeen.com
Wikidata: Q38712108
Lat/Long: 53.7584123/-2.4677028
Barrier: bollard
Motor Vehicle: no
Lat/Long: 53.7617552/-2.4697597
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.7580017/-2.4641618
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.7577422/-2.4640871
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Lat/Long: 53.7601614/-2.4647428
Traffic Calming: hump
Lat/Long: 53.7609582/-2.466318
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 53.7587304/-2.4736561
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 53.7584331/-2.4720518
Barrier: bollard
Motor Vehicle: no
Lat/Long: 53.7567022/-2.4676877
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