Souracre

Settlement in Cheshire

England

Souracre

Junction Inn on Mossley Road Credit: Ian S

Souracre is a picturesque village located in the county of Cheshire, England. Situated in the heart of the beautiful Cheshire countryside, Souracre is known for its charming and idyllic setting. The village is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, providing a serene and tranquil atmosphere for residents and visitors alike.

Souracre is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 500 residents. The village has a rich history, dating back several centuries, and is known for its well-preserved traditional architecture. Many of the buildings in Souracre are made from local sandstone, giving the village a distinct and timeless charm.

The village center of Souracre features a range of amenities, including a local pub, village hall, and a small grocery store, catering to the daily needs of its residents. The community spirit is evident in the various events and activities organized throughout the year, such as festivals, fairs, and sports events.

For nature enthusiasts, Souracre offers an abundance of walking and cycling routes, allowing visitors to explore the surrounding countryside and enjoy the breathtaking views. The village is also in close proximity to several nature reserves and parks, providing ample opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Overall, Souracre is a hidden gem within Cheshire, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its natural beauty, friendly community, and historic charm make it an ideal destination for those seeking a quintessential English village experience.

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Souracre Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.489674/-2.045936 or Grid Reference SJ9799. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Junction Inn on Mossley Road

Ian S

South portal of Scout Tunnel, Huddersfield Narrow Canal

The Huddersfield Narrow Canal opened in 1811. It runs for just under 20 miles from Lock 1E, where it joins the Huddersfield Broad Canal at the rear of the University of Huddersfield campus, to the junction with the Ashton Canal at Whitelands Basin in Ashton-under-Lyne. It crosses the Pennines by means of 74 locks and the Standedge Tunnel.

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Old Boundary Marker on Mossley Road, Hazelhurst

Municipal Boundary Marker at the end of a concrete wall on the east side of the A670 Mossley Road in Hazelhurst. Previously Ashton under Lyne parish until 1894, then on the boundary of Hartshead parish, created 1894, and Mossley borough and parish. Now entirely in Tameside. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: LA_HARMOS01pb

N Upton

Abandoned Engineering

High above the Huddersfield Narrow Canal a classic piece of abandoned engineering. Apparently this was a conveyor to carry coal across from railway sidings to power station. The conveyor would have crossed the canal and the parallel River Tame

Kevin Waterhouse

Former Railway Overbridge

Across the path to Kershaw Hey with just one abutment left at the railway embankment

Kevin Waterhouse

Former reservoir

Now an angling pond. There are a lot of industrial relics in this area, some connected with the former power station at Heyrod - has this former reservoir some connection?

Kevin Waterhouse

Preserved archway to former barracks

On Mossley Road, the entrance to Ladysmith Barracks which has been replaced with housing

Kevin Waterhouse

Field path from Arlies Lane

Heading towards the defined paths that lead to Stamford Park circuits

Kevin Waterhouse

Houses off Manchester Rd

N Chadwick

Housing on Huddersfield Road

Anthony Parkes

Derelict Conveyor

Derelict conveyor, presumably part of the old Hartshead Power Station.

Peter McDermott

Mossley from the air

Carrbrook is at the bottom of the photo.

Thomas Nugent

Huddersfield Narrow Canal Lock 9W

The Huddersfield Narrow Canal runs for 20 miles between Huddersfield in West Yorkshire and Ashton under Lyne in Greater Manchester, UK. The summit of the Huddersfield Narrow Canal is the highest navigable waterway in Britain. Standedge Tunnel on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal is Britain's longest canal tunnel. The canal has a total of 74 locks. The Huddersfield Narrow Canal was fully opened in 1811 but was abandoned in the 1950s. It links the southern end of the Huddersfield Broad Canal, just north of Kings Mill, with the Ashton and Peak Forest Canals at Ashton under Lyne on the Lancashire side of the Pennines. The Huddersfield Narrow Canal re-opened to navigation in May 2001. Link

The Huddersfield Narrow Canal should not be confused with the Huddersfield Broad Canal which runs between the centre of Huddersfield and the Calder and Hebble Navigation at Cooper Bridge.

Richard Rogerson

Huddersfield Narrow Canal Bridge 94

The Huddersfield Narrow Canal should not be confused with the Huddersfield Broad Canal which runs between the centre of Huddersfield and the Calder and Hebble Navigation at Cooper Bridge.

Richard Rogerson

Huddersfield Narrow Canal, Scout Tunnel

Scout Tunnel lies between Stalybridge and Mossley, between Locks 11W and 12W. It is 615 feet long (188m) and has a towpath running through. Apart from the towpath, it is almost a miniature version of Standedge Tunnel, with lined and unlined sections.

Richard Rogerson