Lower Fold

Settlement in Lancashire Hyndburn

England

Lower Fold

Checco's Pizzeria Credit: Anthony Parkes

Lower Fold is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, in the northwest of England. Situated within the borough of Rossendale, the village is nestled amidst the picturesque landscape of the South Pennines. With a population of approximately 500 residents, Lower Fold offers a close-knit community feel and a tranquil rural setting.

The village is known for its charming stone-built houses and traditional architecture, which gives it a distinct character. Surrounded by rolling hills and green fields, Lower Fold is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area is dotted with walking and cycling routes, providing ample opportunities to explore the stunning countryside.

Lower Fold benefits from its close proximity to larger towns and cities in the region. The village is just a short drive away from the town of Rawtenstall, where residents can find a variety of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. Additionally, the vibrant city of Manchester is within easy reach, offering a wide range of cultural, entertainment, and employment opportunities.

The community of Lower Fold is well-served by local schools, ensuring that families have access to quality education for their children. The village also boasts a community center, which hosts various social and recreational activities throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community spirit.

Overall, Lower Fold offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, making it an attractive place to reside for those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle within easy reach of urban amenities.

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Lower Fold Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.789503/-2.4090759 or Grid Reference SD7332. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Checco's Pizzeria

Anthony Parkes

Gated Track near Hyndburn Bridge

Anthony Parkes

Old Bridge Marker on the A680 Whalley Road

Bridge Marker inscribed in the capstone of the north pier of Hyndburn Bridge, Hyndburn Brook, on the east side of the A680 Whalley Road. On the boundary of Great Harwood and Clayton le Moors parishes until 1974 when both were abolished. REBUILT 1930 in inscribed on the capstone of the south pier on the east side of the road. Milestone Society National ID: LA_GHACLM01br

D Phillips

Footpath leading to Dean Clough Reservoir

The style for the footpath leading across the field opposite the layby on Blackburn Old Road. Both York Road and Dean Clough reservoir can be accessed using the footpath.

Steve Houldsworth

Melrose House

Melrose House in Rishton, alongside the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.

Peter McDermott

Hen Moss

The only visible remains of the property at Hen Moss on Blackburn Old Road.

Peter McDermott

Four Winds

Peter McDermott

Communications Mast

Peter McDermott

Old Milestone by the A680, Rodger Hey Farm, Great Harwood parish

Carved stone post by the A680, in parish of GREAT HARWOOD (HYNDBURN District), North of Rodger Hey, by the road, on West side of road. Lancs CC stone triangle, erected by the County Council in the 19th/20th century. Inscription reads:- : WHALLEY / 2 MILES / CLITHEROE / 6 MILES : : GREAT / HARWOOD : : ACCRINGTON / 3 MILES : Milestone Society National ID: LA_CLAC06.

Nigel Upton

Drilling on Berry's Lane

The drilling rig bears the legend "J P Whitter - water well engineers". As there are lots of springs on the hillside at about this level, that makes sense, although I did wonder whether it could be fracking exploration.

Stephen Craven

Heys Farm, Dean Lane

The main farmhouse, behind the trees to the left of the buildings in the foreground, and dating from the 17th century, is listed grade 2 (list entry 1205975).

Stephen Craven

Sheep by Dean Lane

This stretch of Dean Lane (the historic route from Whalley to Great Harwood) is a muddy bridleway.

Stephen Craven

Dean Bridge

A wooden footbridge taking Dean Lane (the historic route from Whalley to Great Harwood) across the brook in the bottom of Dean Wood.

Stephen Craven

Dean Brook

Looking downstream from the footbridge SD7334 : Dean Bridge.

Stephen Craven

Dean Lane with setts

A setted surface on the steepest part of the hill above Dean Brook (gradient approx. 1:4).

Stephen Craven

Entrance to Bowley Scout Camp

Viewed from the public bridleway, Dean Lane. You can just about see that the French flag is flying at half mast in the camp, in tribute to the victims of the Islamist attack in Paris a few days earlier.

Stephen Craven

Tower near Bowley Scout Camp

I don't know whether there is any connection between this concrete tower and the scout camp the other side of Dean Lane, but there might be. It would be the logical place for their sewage treatment, close to the brook, but why such a tall tower if so? See also SD7333 : Tower near Bowley Scout Camp.

Stephen Craven