Greenacres Fold

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Greenacres Fold

A672 Ripponden Road at Collett Street Credit: Colin Pyle

Greenacres Fold is a charming small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated in the picturesque countryside, it is part of the larger Borough of Pendle. The village is nestled amongst rolling green hills and offers its residents a peaceful and idyllic setting.

Known for its natural beauty, Greenacres Fold is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The village is surrounded by vast fields, meadows, and woodlands, providing ample opportunities for hiking, walking, and cycling. The nearby Pendle Hill, a prominent landmark in the area, offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Despite its rural setting, Greenacres Fold benefits from good transport links. The village is well-connected to the larger towns and cities in the region, making it a convenient place to live for commuters. The nearby town of Burnley provides residents with a range of amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and leisure facilities.

The community in Greenacres Fold is tight-knit and friendly, with a strong sense of community spirit. The village boasts a primary school, a church, and a local pub, which serves as a hub for social gatherings and events.

In summary, Greenacres Fold is a picturesque and welcoming village in Lancashire, offering its residents a tranquil and scenic environment surrounded by nature. With its convenient location and strong community spirit, it is an ideal place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle with easy access to amenities.

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Greenacres Fold Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.545277/-2.0773343 or Grid Reference SD9405. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A672 Ripponden Road at Collett Street

Colin Pyle

Egerton Street at Bridgewater Street, Mumps

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Derker Mills, Oldham

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Oldham Mumps Tram Stop

A railway line from Manchester to Oldham was opened in 1847. In 1863 the line was extended to Rochdale. Railway operations ended on 3 October 2009, and the Oldham Loop Line was closed for conversion to Matrolink. The line was completely rebuilt, with all of the former infrastructure, including the former stations and station buildings demolished, and replaced, and overhead wiring added. The line was re-opened in phases: Tram services started on 13 June 2012 between Manchester and Oldham Mumps: As a temporary measure, until the town centre line was completed, the former railway line through Oldham Mumps was retained, and a temporary tram stop constructed in place of the former railway station. A permanent stop called Oldham Mumps was later opened on the town centre line in a different location. Services were extended to Shaw and Crompton on 16 December 2012, and to Rochdale Railway Station on 28 February 2013. The Oldham town centre line opened on 27 January 2014, allowing the section of former railway line, and temporary stop at Oldham Mumps to be permanently closed. The Rochdale town centre line opened on 31 March 2014.

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Former NatWest bank

The Grade II listed former bank Link

at Mumps dates from 1902. The bank, originally the Manchester and County, was created by renowned Manchester architects Mills & Murgatroyd. It featured a unique baroque copper-crowned tower and a polished red granite base. Inside, the banking hall housed a 50ft mahogany counter. The bank was taken over by NatWest in 1970. In 1995 it was closed when NatWest merged their Mumps and Yorkshire Street branches. It was put on the market for £170,000. Plans the following year to turn the building into a pub fell through. Several later refurbishment plans have also failed. The building is a focal point within the bus/metrolink tram interchange.

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Mumps transport interchange

Next to the Metrolink tram stop at Mumps are several bus stops. On the left is the Grade II listed former NatWest bank Link

SD9305 : Former NatWest bank.

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17-21 Mumps

Only the ground floor of this three storey building are currently occupied. Before becoming Frango's this was Fusion 21. Before that the right hand portion had been Kava and the left hand portion the site office for Westshield. Before Westshield that part had been The Hair Lounge. Around 2012 the right hand side was called Langham House. In 2009 the building was home to a photography studio Xpressions. All the adjoining buildings towards Yorkshire Street were demolished around 2016. There are plans to convert the upper storeys into apartments.

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Cricket Pitch

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Slack Hall Trig Point Flush Bracket S2785

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Cricket Pitch

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Cycle path following route of former railway

The path goes from Oldham to Grotton following the Oldham to Greenfield railway line. Much of the route is on infill such as here looking east from Glodwick Road, Oldham

Kevin Waterhouse

Cycle route following line of former railway

This view across Cranbrook Street just off the path shows the route is on the top of infill, since only the bridge parapet is visible of the former railway bridge. The path is on the former Oldham to Greenfield line.

Kevin Waterhouse

Cycle path following route of former railway

The path is approaching the former railway bridge at St. John Street which is one of the few not infilled on the route. The path runs from Oldham to Grotton along the former line to Greenfield.

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Former Bank

A listed building at Mumps

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River Medlock at Lees

View on the Medlock Valley Way from a footbridge

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The end of the cycle path

View towards Old Mill Lane at Grotton. The cycle path has followed the route of the former Oldham to Greenfield railway but deviates here to join Old Mill Lane.

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Route of former railway at Grotton

View from the former Grotton Station towards Lees on the Greenfield to Oldham railway route. A cycle path exists on the Grotton to Oldham portion of the route.

Kevin Waterhouse