Mayfield

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Mayfield

Rochdale Metro station and Mosque in Maclure Road Credit: Raymond Knapman

Mayfield is a small village situated in Lancashire, England. It is located in the borough of Rossendale, about 5 miles northeast of the town of Rawtenstall. With a population of around 1,500, Mayfield is a close-knit community that retains its rural charm.

The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields offering beautiful views. Mayfield is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those seeking a quiet retreat from urban life.

Although Mayfield is primarily a residential area, there are a few amenities available to its residents. The village has a local pub, The Mayfield Inn, which serves as a gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Additionally, there is a small convenience store that provides essential groceries and supplies.

Mayfield is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities. The A682 road passes through the village, providing easy access to Rawtenstall and other nearby areas. Public transportation is available, with regular bus services connecting Mayfield to the wider region.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Mayfield offers plenty of opportunities for recreational activities. The surrounding countryside provides ample space for walking, cycling, and exploring. The nearby Pennine Bridleway and Rossendale Way are popular routes for hikers and nature lovers.

Overall, Mayfield is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting. With its beautiful natural surroundings and close-knit community, it is a place where residents can enjoy a relaxed and fulfilling lifestyle.

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Mayfield Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.622111/-2.135591 or Grid Reference SD9113. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rochdale Metro station and Mosque in Maclure Road

Raymond Knapman

The Old Fire Station (Fireground Museum)

The old Fire Brigade Station on Maclure Road dates from 1933 (SD8912 : Fire Brigade Station Detail). It became redundant when new premises were built near Halifax Road. (Archive Link

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Services) It is now the home of the Fireground museum Link

David Dixon

Rochdale Fire Station Hose Drying Tower

The original tower at the fire station was built, not for practising but, for drying the hoses which would have rotted if put away wet.

David Dixon

Rochdale Fireground Museum

The Fireground Museum is housed in the former fire station on Maclure Road in Rochdale. Twenty-five larger exhibits make up the museum’s appliance fleet, and this is supported by other items of firefighting equipment, uniforms, models, medals and insignia, paintings, curios and other objects. See the museum’s website (Link

) for more information.

David Dixon

Rochdale Fireground, Pump Street

As well as the ‘appliance room’ with six full-size fire engines lined up, many of the museum’s objects are displayed in Pump Street, a recreated Victorian street complete with houses, shops, a police station and a fire station.

David Dixon

Fire Marks at Rochdale Fireground

A small selection of insurance companies' fire marks Link

displayed at the fireground museum inside the old Rochdale Fire Station.

David Dixon

Cranberry Street, Rochdale Fireground

As well as the Victorian Street (SD8912 : Rochdale Fireground, Pump Street), the Fireground museum also contains this recreation of a war-time scene, "Cranberry Street" displaying objects relating to the Manchester Blitz Link

of December 1940.

David Dixon

Rochdale Fireground, The Appliance Room

) for more information.

David Dixon

The Appliance Room, Rochdale Fireground

) for more information.

David Dixon

Duke Street Mill, Rochdale

Mid to late 19th century, with stone facades to Queen Street and Duke street, although the principal build material is brick.

Alan Murray-Rust

Duke Street Mill, Rochdale

Mid to late 19th century, with stone facades to Queen Street and Duke street, although the principal build material is brick. The grey building is the former Mount Pleasant Inn. Between it and the main mill is the engine house for the mill, with a blocked tall round-headed window. This would probably have housed a beam engine.

Alan Murray-Rust