Montcliffe

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Montcliffe

Edge Hill on Bridge Street A small group of houses on a pot-holed unadopted road alongside Bridge Street Horwich Local Nature Reserve. The house in view incorporates a letting apartment.
Edge Hill on Bridge Street Credit: Oliver Dixon

Montcliffe is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, in the northwest of England. Situated approximately 2 miles south of Bolton, Montcliffe is nestled within the West Pennine Moors, offering its residents and visitors breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The village is known for its picturesque landscape and peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a tranquil retreat. Montcliffe is characterized by its charming stone cottages and narrow winding streets, which add to its quaint and traditional feel.

Montcliffe is surrounded by an abundance of natural beauty, with numerous walking and hiking trails available for outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby Lever Park provides a perfect setting for leisurely strolls and picnics, while the rugged moorland offers more challenging hikes for the adventurous.

Despite its small size, Montcliffe boasts a strong sense of community and is home to a close-knit population. The village has a local pub, serving as a social hub for residents, and a small convenience store for daily necessities.

For those seeking cultural and historical attractions, Montcliffe is conveniently located near several notable sites. The nearby Smithills Hall, a Grade I listed manor house, offers visitors a glimpse into the area's rich history, while the Bolton Steam Museum showcases the region's industrial heritage.

Overall, Montcliffe provides a peaceful and idyllic setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life, while still offering convenient access to nearby towns and attractions.

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Montcliffe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.605647/-2.525902 or Grid Reference SD6512. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Edge Hill on Bridge Street A small group of houses on a pot-holed unadopted road alongside Bridge Street Horwich Local Nature Reserve. The house in view incorporates a letting apartment.
Edge Hill on Bridge Street
A small group of houses on a pot-holed unadopted road alongside Bridge Street Horwich Local Nature Reserve. The house in view incorporates a letting apartment.
Entrance to Bridge Street Horwich Local Nature Reserve Well-wooded reserve alongside a stream.
Entrance to Bridge Street Horwich Local Nature Reserve
Well-wooded reserve alongside a stream.
Footpath from Ormstons Farm to Wilderswood
Footpath from Ormstons Farm to Wilderswood
Fields adjacent to Ormstons Lane Ormstons Lane is now just a green path running across fields. Rivington Pike <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SD6413">SD6413</a> on the skyline.
Fields adjacent to Ormstons Lane
Ormstons Lane is now just a green path running across fields. Rivington Pike SD6413 on the skyline.
Footpath junction on the west side of Wilderswood
Footpath junction on the west side of Wilderswood
Ormstons Lane The route known as "Ormstons Lane" is now no more than a green path leading down across fields. The plains of South Lancashire stretch away to the horizon.
Ormstons Lane
The route known as "Ormstons Lane" is now no more than a green path leading down across fields. The plains of South Lancashire stretch away to the horizon.
Rivington Pike An 18th century folly built on a prominent hill overlooking Horwich with commanding views over the South Lancashire plains.
Rivington Pike
An 18th century folly built on a prominent hill overlooking Horwich with commanding views over the South Lancashire plains.
Path below Rivington Pike Path dropping steeply down below Rivington Pike to the west. Giving glimpses of the Upper and Lower Rivington Reservoirs and extensive views of the South Lancashire plain beyond
Path below Rivington Pike
Path dropping steeply down below Rivington Pike to the west. Giving glimpses of the Upper and Lower Rivington Reservoirs and extensive views of the South Lancashire plain beyond
View west-north-west from Rivington Pike Views of Upper Rivington Reservoir <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SD6214">SD6214</a> with the South Lancashire plain beyond.
View west-north-west from Rivington Pike
Views of Upper Rivington Reservoir SD6214 with the South Lancashire plain beyond.
View north-north-west of Rivington Pike With views of the "Pigeon Tower" <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SD6314">SD6314</a>, Yarrow Reservoir <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SD6215">SD6215</a> and Anglezarke Reservoir <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SD6116">SD6116</a> and the South Lancashire plain in the distance.
View north-north-west of Rivington Pike
With views of the "Pigeon Tower" SD6314, Yarrow Reservoir SD6215 and Anglezarke Reservoir SD6116 and the South Lancashire plain in the distance.
Path below Rivington Pike Rivington Pike is a popular, but steep, walk up from Horwich.
Path below Rivington Pike
Rivington Pike is a popular, but steep, walk up from Horwich.
View of Winter Hill TV mast from Belmont Road The 310 metre high TV mast on Winter Hill <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SD6614">SD6614</a> dominates the scene.
View of Winter Hill TV mast from Belmont Road
The 310 metre high TV mast on Winter Hill SD6614 dominates the scene.
Path from Winter Hill to  Rivington Pike Stone flags have been laid where the path crosses the boggy bottom.
Path from Winter Hill to Rivington Pike
Stone flags have been laid where the path crosses the boggy bottom.
Path from Winter Hill to  Rivington Pike Steps, a footbridge, board walks and stone flags have been laid where the path crosses the boggy bottom.
Path from Winter Hill to Rivington Pike
Steps, a footbridge, board walks and stone flags have been laid where the path crosses the boggy bottom.
Path from Winter Hill to  Rivington Pike Traversing some very boggy ground.
Path from Winter Hill to Rivington Pike
Traversing some very boggy ground.
Rivington Pike viewed from Pike Cottage
Rivington Pike viewed from Pike Cottage
The Pike Snack Shack A popular watering hole at Pike Cottage on the high road to Rivington Pike
The Pike Snack Shack
A popular watering hole at Pike Cottage on the high road to Rivington Pike
Path from Winter Hill to  Rivington Pike A very boggy section of the path. View of the South Lancashire plain beyond.
Path from Winter Hill to Rivington Pike
A very boggy section of the path. View of the South Lancashire plain beyond.
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Montcliffe is located at Grid Ref: SD6512 (Lat: 53.605647, Lng: -2.525902)

Unitary Authority: Bolton

Police Authority: Greater Manchester

What 3 Words

///milk.collect.seducing. Near Horwich, Manchester

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