Towngate

Settlement in Lancashire Chorley

England

Towngate

Hampson's Cottages Thatched cottage.
Hampson's Cottages Credit: Peter McDermott

Towngate is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated in the picturesque borough of Pendle, Towngate is surrounded by scenic countryside and offers a tranquil and peaceful environment for its residents. The village is positioned approximately 7 miles northeast of the town of Burnley and 5 miles southwest of the city of Nelson.

Despite its small size, Towngate boasts a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to ancient times. The local area has seen the existence of several historic landmarks, including the ruins of a medieval castle and a 17th-century church. These remnants of the past provide a glimpse into the village's heritage and attract history enthusiasts and tourists alike.

Towngate primarily consists of residential properties, with a close-knit community of friendly and welcoming locals. The village offers a range of amenities to its residents, including a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding, making it an ideal location for those seeking a rural lifestyle.

Transport links to Towngate are well-established, with regular bus services connecting the village to nearby towns and cities. The village also benefits from its proximity to major road networks, including the A56 and the M65, facilitating easy access to the wider region.

Overall, Towngate, Lancashire is a charming village with a rich history, idyllic surroundings, and a strong sense of community, making it an appealing place to live or visit for those seeking a peaceful and picturesque setting.

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Towngate Images

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Hampson's Cottages Thatched cottage.
Hampson's Cottages
Thatched cottage.
Eccleston Houses on the southern outskirts of Eccelston.
Eccleston
Houses on the southern outskirts of Eccelston.
Ancient steps These steps are very prominent beside the road into Mawdesley Village. They lead to the building in the next view.
Ancient steps
These steps are very prominent beside the road into Mawdesley Village. They lead to the building in the next view.
Hidden treasure Discovered by mounting the steps off the road into the village.
Hidden treasure
Discovered by mounting the steps off the road into the village.
Public mourning A few yards on from the steps, an unusual War Memorial is set into the sandstone bank.
Public mourning
A few yards on from the steps, an unusual War Memorial is set into the sandstone bank.
Happy Birthday A banner in the windows of the School next to Mawdesley Methodist Church at Four Lane Ends announces the building's Centenary.
Happy Birthday
A banner in the windows of the School next to Mawdesley Methodist Church at Four Lane Ends announces the building's Centenary.
St. Peter's Parish Church, Mawdesley
St. Peter's Parish Church, Mawdesley
Wood Lane Farm near Mawdesley.
Wood Lane Farm
near Mawdesley.
Cliffs Barn at Cliffs Farm 'Rock and River' activities advertised here, and an 'indoor climbing wall'.
Cliffs Barn at Cliffs Farm
'Rock and River' activities advertised here, and an 'indoor climbing wall'.
Old Oak trees on Wood Lane These looked venerable - some were hollow.
Old Oak trees on Wood Lane
These looked venerable - some were hollow.
Bringing home the bacon A butcher carries a whole pig from the cold store behind the Eagle & Child to the Farm Shop at Home Farm, Bispham Green.
Bringing home the bacon
A butcher carries a whole pig from the cold store behind the Eagle & Child to the Farm Shop at Home Farm, Bispham Green.
St. Peter's Mawdesley St. Peter's parish church
St. Peter's Mawdesley
St. Peter's parish church
St. Peter's church St. Peter's church Mawdesley with Bispham
St. Peter's church
St. Peter's church Mawdesley with Bispham
Teddy Bear Teddy bear constructed from hay bales
Teddy Bear
Teddy bear constructed from hay bales
18th Century Marl Pit An old marl pit dug in the 18th century.
18th Century Marl Pit
An old marl pit dug in the 18th century.
Footpath to Cliff Farm near Mawdesley Little used footpath across a lovely meadow leading towards Cliff Farm near Mawdesley
Footpath to Cliff Farm near Mawdesley
Little used footpath across a lovely meadow leading towards Cliff Farm near Mawdesley
The beautiful Black Bull near Hurst Green
The beautiful Black Bull near Hurst Green
Anvil Studios near Hurst Green
Anvil Studios near Hurst Green
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Towngate is located at Grid Ref: SD5014 (Lat: 53.628475, Lng: -2.7526551)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Chorley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.628475,-2.7526551
Bus Stop
Dark Lane
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 250012458
Naptan CommonName: Dark Lane
Naptan Indicator: by
Naptan NaptanCode: lanajdjm
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 53.6296792/-2.7530243
Towngate
Place: neighbourhood
Wikidata: Q55594137
Lat/Long: 53.6284963/-2.753014
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