Middleton

Civil Parish in Lancashire Lancaster

England

Middleton

Nuclear power stations, Heysham Heysham 1 power station, on the left, commenced operations in 1983.
Heysham 2 power station, on the right, commenced operations in 1988.
Taken from The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company ferry Ben-my-Chree as it leaves the port en route for the Isle of Man. — Nuclear power stations, Heysham Credit: Robin Drayton

Middleton is a civil parish located in Lancashire, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles northwest of Manchester city center and is part of the Greater Manchester metropolitan area. The parish covers an area of around 7.7 square miles and is bordered by the towns of Heywood, Rochdale, and Blackley.

Middleton has a rich history dating back to the medieval period. It was originally an agricultural settlement, but with the advent of the Industrial Revolution, it became a center for textile manufacturing. The town's growth was fueled by the coal mines and cotton mills that sprung up in the area. Today, remnants of its industrial past can still be seen in the form of old mills and warehouses.

The town has a population of approximately 45,000 residents and offers a range of amenities and services. Middleton's town center is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and pubs, catering to the needs of both locals and visitors. The parish also boasts several parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Transport links in Middleton are excellent, with easy access to Manchester city center via road and public transport. The town is served by several bus routes, and the nearby M60 motorway provides convenient connections to other parts of the region.

Overall, Middleton is a vibrant and historic parish, offering a mix of industrial heritage, modern amenities, and convenient transport links.

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Middleton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.015481/-2.903012 or Grid Reference SD4058. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Nuclear power stations, Heysham

Heysham 1 power station, on the left, commenced operations in 1983. Heysham 2 power station, on the right, commenced operations in 1988. Taken from The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company ferry Ben-my-Chree as it leaves the port en route for the Isle of Man.

Robin Drayton

Looking across Middleton Sands

The Isle of man ferry is approaching Heysham.

David Dixon

Cockling on Middleton Sands

David Long

Tracks in the sand

The extent of the cockling on Middleton Sands may be judged by the tracks leading out to the cockle beds. The Cumbrian coast may be seen on the right.

David Long

Quad's in

The 5-year-old quad rider zips across the square. Sunderland Point is to the left, with the light on Plover Scar just visible to its right.

David Long

Middleton Sands

This was taken west of where the pipeline in the foreground emerges from the sand.

Mr T

Pipeline on Middleton Sands

I believe this pipeline is an outfall from the sewage works in SD4158. The beacon shown on the 1:50000 map is just out of the picture to the right.

Mr T

Heysham harbour from the air

There are parts of 4 grid squares in this view. SD3959 is in the foreground, the 3 others are (left to right) SD3960, SD4060 & SD4059. In Spring 1982, Heysham 1 power station was essentially complete. Heysham 2 (right foreground) was under construction. In the harbour, there was only one RoRo ferry ramp. This has recently been replaced and 2 others have been built. The gas field servicing offices had yet to be built on the north quay. The area in the right background (where the oil tanks can be seen) is now an industrial estate. The level area in front of this, which used to be covered in railway sidings, is now used for lorry/trailer parking.

Ian Taylor

Heysham Power Station and South Jetty

David Dixon

Heysham Nuclear Power Station

David Dixon

Heysham Power Station

David Dixon

Middleton Sands - by the old pipe line

Bowland moors on the horizon.

Karl and Ali

On Middleton Sands

The power stations do tend to dominate the scene.

Karl and Ali

Southern outfall, Heysham Power Station

A huge amount of seawater is discharged after condensing the steam in the turbines. Standing above the otflow it is possible to feel the heat and gulls wheel about, presumably attracted by fish in the warm water.

Karl and Ali

Jetty near Heysham Nuclear Power Station

JThomas

Sea Defences near Nuclear Power Station

JThomas

Heysham Power Stations

From across the harbour at low tide shortly before sunset. The former London Midland & Scottish Port Manager's Office is visible at the foot of the pylon.

Ian Taylor