Black Moor

Settlement in Lancashire Chorley

England

Black Moor

River Douglas mini suspension bridge
River Douglas mini suspension bridge Credit: Thomas Petersson

Black Moor, Lancashire is a small village located in the borough of Blackburn with Darwen, in the northwestern part of England. It is situated about 5 miles northeast of the town of Blackburn and approximately 22 miles northwest of the city of Manchester.

The village is known for its picturesque countryside and charming rural setting. It is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and scattered farms, providing a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The area is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, offering numerous walking trails and scenic routes.

Black Moor has a close-knit community, with a population of around 500 residents. The village is primarily residential, consisting of traditional cottages and houses. There are limited amenities within the village itself, with a small convenience store and a local pub serving as the main gathering places for locals.

The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with regular bus services operating to Blackburn and other surrounding areas. The M65 motorway is also easily accessible, providing convenient links to Manchester and the wider region.

Black Moor is known for its annual village fete, which attracts visitors from the surrounding areas. The event showcases local crafts, food stalls, and entertainment, bringing together the community for a day of celebration and enjoyment.

Overall, Black Moor offers a tranquil and idyllic setting, making it an ideal place for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the beautiful Lancashire countryside.

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Black Moor Images

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River Douglas mini suspension bridge
River Douglas mini suspension bridge
Church Road Leading towards St Mary's Church.
Church Road
Leading towards St Mary's Church.
Rufford Branch of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal On the other side is St Mary's Marina at Rufford.
Rufford Branch of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal
On the other side is St Mary's Marina at Rufford.
Leeds & Liverpool Canal (Rufford Branch) Looking north from Station Road in Rufford.
Leeds & Liverpool Canal (Rufford Branch)
Looking north from Station Road in Rufford.
Farmland at Rufford The raised ground ahead is the embankment of the River Douglas which flows at a higher level than the surrounding land.
Farmland at Rufford
The raised ground ahead is the embankment of the River Douglas which flows at a higher level than the surrounding land.
White Bridge Over the River Douglas
White Bridge
Over the River Douglas
Ormskirk bound service arriving at Rufford - 150130
Ormskirk bound service arriving at Rufford - 150130
Rufford Old Hall (NT) Ancestral home of the Hesketh Family, Elizabethan great hall.
Rufford Old Hall (NT)
Ancestral home of the Hesketh Family, Elizabethan great hall.
Bispham Green The Eagle & Child shines out over Bispham Green, at the junction of Green Lane and Malt Kiln lane
Bispham Green
The Eagle & Child shines out over Bispham Green, at the junction of Green Lane and Malt Kiln lane
Re-shaping the landscape What looks like a new clubhouse under construction opposite Eccles Farm Crafts Centre.
Re-shaping the landscape
What looks like a new clubhouse under construction opposite Eccles Farm Crafts Centre.
St. Peter's Parish Church, Mawdesley
St. Peter's Parish Church, Mawdesley
Crossed wires
Crossed wires
It's the limit
It's the limit
Mawdesley Moss
Mawdesley Moss
Hoscar Moss On the corner of Bleak Lane & Wood Lane, looking north-east.
Hoscar Moss
On the corner of Bleak Lane & Wood Lane, looking north-east.
River Douglas From Wanes Blades Bridge, Looking north.
River Douglas
From Wanes Blades Bridge, Looking north.
River Douglas From Wanes Blades Bridge, looking south.
River Douglas
From Wanes Blades Bridge, looking south.
Wanes Blades Bridge Over the River Douglas.
Wanes Blades Bridge
Over the River Douglas.
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Black Moor is located at Grid Ref: SD4714 (Lat: 53.619845, Lng: -2.8027241)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Chorley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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