Lyme Handley

Civil Parish in Cheshire

England

Lyme Handley

Bakestonedale Brickworks Brick-making started here in around 1820 due to readily accessible clay and coal. From the late 19th century the Hammond family were producing specialist firebricks. The brickworks extended either side of the road, and several kiln chimneys survive. Mining ceased in 1956 and brick-making in 1968 although Hammonds continued to make refractory materials until the 1990s. Since then the works have been developed into small business units and the area still an air of prosperity. For more of the history, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.williamhammondltd.com/history" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.williamhammondltd.com/history">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> . — Bakestonedale Brickworks Credit: Alan Murray-Rust

Lyme Handley is a civil parish located in the county of Cheshire, England. It is situated within the borough of Macclesfield and encompasses an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. The parish is located in the eastern part of the county, close to the border with Derbyshire.

Lyme Handley is a rural area characterized by its picturesque landscapes and rolling hills. It is predominantly agricultural, with farming and livestock rearing being the main economic activities. The village itself is small and compact, with a population of around 200 residents.

The parish is known for its rich history, dating back to the medieval period. It was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 and has since retained much of its traditional charm. There are several historic buildings and landmarks in the area, including St. Thomas' Church, which dates back to the 12th century, and Lyme Hall, a grand country house built in the 16th century.

Lyme Handley offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, attracting visitors who appreciate its natural beauty and the opportunity for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, making it popular among nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Overall, Lyme Handley is a charming and idyllic civil parish, offering a glimpse into the rural heritage of Cheshire. Its historical significance, coupled with its natural beauty, make it a desirable destination for those seeking a quiet retreat in the English countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.329061/-2.068976 or Grid Reference SJ9581. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bakestonedale Brickworks

Brick-making started here in around 1820 due to readily accessible clay and coal. From the late 19th century the Hammond family were producing specialist firebricks. The brickworks extended either side of the road, and several kiln chimneys survive. Mining ceased in 1956 and brick-making in 1968 although Hammonds continued to make refractory materials until the 1990s. Since then the works have been developed into small business units and the area still an air of prosperity. For more of the history, see Link

Alan Murray-Rust

Bakestonedale Brickworks

'Cottage' entrance and drinking water supply. It's not clear whether this was in practice a dwelling or a small office.

Alan Murray-Rust

Bakestonedale Brickworks

Alan Murray-Rust

Old Brickworks

Recreating this 'First' for the square Link . Brick-making started here in around 1820 due to readily accessible clay and coal. From the late 19th century the Hammond family were producing specialist firebricks. The brickworks extended either side of the road, and several kiln chimneys survive. Mining ceased in 1956 and brick-making in 1968 although Hammonds continued to make refractory materials until the 1990s. Since then the works have been developed into small business units and the area still an air of prosperity. For more of the history, see Link

Alan Murray-Rust

Bakestonedale

Looking up the dale from the former brickworks. The spoil tips alongside the road are evidence of the working of coal in the area.

Alan Murray-Rust

Skeleton Sculpture, Old Brickworks

This has clearly taken a few steps across the yard since 2020 Link !

Alan Murray-Rust

Old Brickworks

The old Hammond's firebrick works at Bakestonedale is now a small industrial estate.

David Kitching

Bakestonedale Moor

Bakestonedale Moor viewed from Bakestonedale Road to the east of Pott Shrigley.

Philip Halling

Shrigley Hall Hotel

Shrigley Hall Hotel is a former country house which is now owned by the Spanish hotel chain Barcelo. The hotel grounds amount to a 262 acres golf course. This building has been a hotel since 1989, my old OS map from the 1970s indicates that this building used to be a college. I have since been informed that it was a Catholic Seminary.

Philip Halling

Shrigley Hall Hotel

Shrigley Hall Hotel is a former country house which is now owned by the Spanish hotel chain Barcelo. The hotel grounds amount to a 262 acres golf course. This building has been a hotel since 1989.

Philip Halling

Leisure complex, Shrigley Hall Hall

The entrance to the pool and leisure complex at Shrigley Hall Hotel. The swimming pool is in the former church.

Philip Halling

Interior of Shrigley Hall Hotel

Dome interior of the stairway in Shrigley Hall Hotel.

Philip Halling

Shrigley Hall

Grade II* listed mansion, built in around 1825 for a Blackburn mill owner, Sir William Turner, to replace a previous building owned by the Downes family. Later in 19th century it passed by marriage to the Lowther family. Following the death in 1928 of the last surviving member of that family, it was sold in 1929 for the grand sum of £8,000 to the Roman Catholic order, the Salesian Society, who ran it as a missionary college. The college closed in 1983, having educated over 2000 boys during its lifetime. In 1985 the estate was sold, after which the hall was converted into a hotel, with a golf course being created in the grounds, designed by Donald Steel. On the right is the grade II listed chapel, built as a shrine to Don Bosco, the founder of the Salesian Order. The first sod was cut on 1 April 1934, the date of Don Bosco's canonisation in Rome. It was designed by Philip Tilden and completed in 1938. It now houses the health club for the hotel. For listing particulars of the two buildings, see Link

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Ian Capper

Pott Mill Farm

A farm off Bakestonedate Road, viewed from the edge of Shrigley Hall Golf Course.

Ian Capper

Pott Mill Farm and Moorside Quarry

Pott Mill Farm with the former Moorside Quarry beyond.

Ian Capper

Shrigley Hall

The facade of this Grade II* listed mansion, built in around 1825 for a Blackburn mill owner, Sir William Turner, to replace a previous building owned by the Downes family. Later in 19th century it passed by marriage to the Lowther family. Following the death in 1928 of the last surviving member of that family, it was sold in 1929 for the grand sum of £8,000 to the Roman Catholic order, the Salesian Society, who ran it as a missionary college. The college closed in 1983, having educated over 2000 boys during its lifetime. In 1985 the estate was sold, after which the hall was converted into a hotel, with a golf course being created in the grounds, designed by Donald Steel. For listing particulars, see Link

Ian Capper