Hey Head

Settlement in Lancashire Rossendale

England

Hey Head

Former Trackbed of Quarry Railway Incline Land reclamation has obscured the actual trackbed that went steeply down to Siddalls Sidings just East of Stacksteads Station.
Former Trackbed of Quarry Railway Incline Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Hey Head is a small hamlet located in the county of Lancashire, England. It is situated in the Rossendale Valley, nestled between the towns of Bacup and Rawtenstall. The hamlet is part of the larger village of Waterfoot, which lies within the borough of Rossendale.

Hey Head is characterized by its picturesque rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and green countryside. The area is known for its natural beauty, with stunning views of the surrounding moorland and the nearby Irwell Valley. The hamlet is also home to several farms, giving it a distinct agricultural feel.

Despite its small size, Hey Head is well-connected to nearby towns and cities. The A681 road passes through the hamlet, providing easy access to Bacup and Rawtenstall. The M66 motorway is also within a short driving distance, offering convenient links to Manchester and other major urban centers.

While Hey Head itself lacks significant amenities, residents can find a range of services in the nearby towns. Bacup, in particular, offers a variety of shops, supermarkets, and leisure facilities. The hamlet is also within close proximity to several educational institutions, making it an attractive place to live for families.

Overall, Hey Head is a charming and tranquil hamlet in Lancashire, offering a peaceful retreat in a picturesque rural setting while still providing easy access to nearby towns and cities.

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Hey Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.694077/-2.2443322 or Grid Reference SD8321. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Former Trackbed of Quarry Railway Incline Land reclamation has obscured the actual trackbed that went steeply down to Siddalls Sidings just East of Stacksteads Station.
Former Trackbed of Quarry Railway Incline
Land reclamation has obscured the actual trackbed that went steeply down to Siddalls Sidings just East of Stacksteads Station.
Former Trackbed of Quarry Railway This section of Siddalls quarry railways ran from Law Head to Greens. Law Head is in the distance in this view.
Former Trackbed of Quarry Railway
This section of Siddalls quarry railways ran from Law Head to Greens. Law Head is in the distance in this view.
Cyclepath through Newchurch No.2 Tunnel View West on newly laid cyclepath with the blocked Thrutch Tunnel to the left
Cyclepath through Newchurch No.2 Tunnel
View West on newly laid cyclepath with the blocked Thrutch Tunnel to the left
Cyclepath through Newchurch No.2 Tunnel The West portal of the railway tunnel
Cyclepath through Newchurch No.2 Tunnel
The West portal of the railway tunnel
Cyclepath through Newchurch No.1 Tunnel View West through the tunnel
Cyclepath through Newchurch No.1 Tunnel
View West through the tunnel
Cyclepath inside Newchurch No.1 Tunnel View East through the tunnel, with lighting provision
Cyclepath inside Newchurch No.1 Tunnel
View East through the tunnel, with lighting provision
Cyclepath West entrance to Newchurch No.1 Tunnel New footbridge across River Irwell allows easy access. Blocked Thrutch tunnel to the right.
Cyclepath West entrance to Newchurch No.1 Tunnel
New footbridge across River Irwell allows easy access. Blocked Thrutch tunnel to the right.
Sculpture on the Irwell Trail Spaces 9XXXV94 by Petre Nikoloski. Near to St. Michaels Countryside Centre
Sculpture on the Irwell Trail
Spaces 9XXXV94 by Petre Nikoloski. Near to St. Michaels Countryside Centre
River Irwell from Holt Mill Road Bridge The river meandering West confined by substantial walling
River Irwell from Holt Mill Road Bridge
The river meandering West confined by substantial walling
River Irwell coming out of The Glen View of the river from the new footbridge on the Newchurch tunnel cyclepath
River Irwell coming out of The Glen
View of the river from the new footbridge on the Newchurch tunnel cyclepath
Road, River & Railway in The Glen The A681 Newchurch Road, the River Irwell in a culvert and the West portal of Newchurch No.2 tunnel all squeezed together
Road, River & Railway in The Glen
The A681 Newchurch Road, the River Irwell in a culvert and the West portal of Newchurch No.2 tunnel all squeezed together
Cyclepath East of Thrutch Tunnel Cyclepath view East along former railway towards Bacup. It is contoured in the hillside above the River Irwell at this point
Cyclepath East of Thrutch Tunnel
Cyclepath view East along former railway towards Bacup. It is contoured in the hillside above the River Irwell at this point
Steps in Railway Cutting near Waterbarn Mill The railway presumably had hillside water drainage problems and needed to climb out of the cutting. Old OS maps have a tank marked about here.
Steps in Railway Cutting near Waterbarn Mill
The railway presumably had hillside water drainage problems and needed to climb out of the cutting. Old OS maps have a tank marked about here.
Vertical Culvert in Railway Cutting This appears to be a drain from the hillside which has required substantial masonry. Near Waterbarn Mills
Vertical Culvert in Railway Cutting
This appears to be a drain from the hillside which has required substantial masonry. Near Waterbarn Mills
Metal Bridge Parapet on Rakehead Lane The railway bridge for Rakehead Lane has been infilled so the cyclepath has to cross the lane on the level
Metal Bridge Parapet on Rakehead Lane
The railway bridge for Rakehead Lane has been infilled so the cyclepath has to cross the lane on the level
Rakehead Lane Railway Bridge Parapets The former railway bridge which has been infilled has a metal and a masonry parapet
Rakehead Lane Railway Bridge Parapets
The former railway bridge which has been infilled has a metal and a masonry parapet
Waterbarn Baptist Chapel at risk The Grade II listed building appears at risk of collapse viewed from Brandwood Road
Waterbarn Baptist Chapel at risk
The Grade II listed building appears at risk of collapse viewed from Brandwood Road
End of the Railway Walk in Stacksteads The path on the former railway trackbed finishes on a low embankment above the recreation ground. This is the view East
End of the Railway Walk in Stacksteads
The path on the former railway trackbed finishes on a low embankment above the recreation ground. This is the view East
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Hey Head is located at Grid Ref: SD8321 (Lat: 53.694077, Lng: -2.2443322)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Rossendale

Police Authority: Lancashire

What 3 Words

///lazy.spurned.rebounder. Near Rossendale, Lancashire

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