Mossley

Civil Parish in Lancashire / Cheshire / Yorkshire Tameside

England

Mossley

Mossley is a civil parish located in the counties of Lancashire, Cheshire, and Yorkshire, in the United Kingdom. Situated on the eastern edge of Greater Manchester, Mossley is a small town nestled in the beautiful Tame Valley, surrounded by picturesque hills and countryside.

The town is divided into three areas, with each part falling into a different county. The Lancashire section is known as Mossley Cross, the Cheshire area is called Mossley Brow, and the Yorkshire portion is referred to as Bottom Mossley. This unique geographical division adds to the town's charm and character.

Mossley has a rich industrial history, with its roots dating back to the Industrial Revolution. The town was once a thriving hub for cotton mills and coal mines, which played a significant role in its growth and development. Today, remnants of these industries can still be seen, adding a touch of nostalgia to the town's landscape.

Despite its industrial past, Mossley has managed to retain its natural beauty, with stunning scenery and green spaces. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. Moreover, the town is home to a number of parks and recreational areas, providing residents and visitors with places to relax and enjoy nature.

Mossley is a close-knit community with a range of amenities, including local shops, pubs, and restaurants. The town also boasts several educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and community centers, catering to the needs of its residents.

Overall, Mossley is a charming civil parish that combines its industrial heritage with natural beauty, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting for its residents and visitors to enjoy.

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Mossley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.518685/-2.029558 or Grid Reference SD9802. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Rising Sun public house

On Stockport Road, Mossley.

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Houses on the A670 Mossley Road

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A670 Mossley Road towards Mossley

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Butchers Arms public house, Mossley

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Welcome to Ashton under Lyne sign

On the A670 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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Collapsed wall near Lock 16W, Huddersfield Narrow Canal

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Brown Edge Trig Point Flush Bracket S2784

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Ex Toll House, Manchester Road

Former Toll House originally servicing/erected by the Ridgehill, Lanes & Holehouse Turnpike Trust at the corner of Calf Lane where the Mossley borough boundary with Saddleworth crosses the main road (A635). The SD9803 : Old Boundary Marker by the A635, Manchester Road, Mossley can be seen opposite. The Oldham Way long distance footpath also follows the boundary in this region. "Stalybridge, Hyde, Mossley & Dukinfield Tramways" terminus was at this location. Milestone Society National ID: MA.MOS01

Nigel Upton

Toll Bar Cottage, Mossley. A635

On the SE side of Manchester Road. This Toll House was erected by the Ridgehill & Lanes & Holehouse Turnpike Trust in the 19ᵗʰ Century. The frontal view is SD9702 : Toll Bar Cottage, Mossley. A635. Grade II Listed, February 1986. Nᴼ 1068038 see Link

Milestone Society National ID: MA.MOS02

Nigel Upton

Toll Bar Cottage, Mossley. A635

On the SE side of Manchester Road. This Toll House was erected by the Ridgehill & Lanes & Holehouse Turnpike Trust in the 19ᵗʰ Century. The view looking NE is SD9702 : Toll Bar Cottage, Mossley. A635. Grade II Listed, February 1986. Nᴼ 1068038 see Link

Milestone Society National ID: MA.MOS02

Nigel Upton

On the Oldham Way above Cowards, Greenfield

Colin Park

Grasscroft from lower end of path up Alphin

Colin Park

Old Boundary Marker on Slatepit Moor

Boundary Marker against a wire fence beside Shire Clough on Slatepit Moor, near Carrbrook. On the former boundary of Staley and Tintwistle townships in Mottram parish in Cheshire, both being parishes from 1866. From 1894 Stalybridge parish in Cheshire and Mossley parish in Lancashire. From 1974 entirely in Tameside. Without an inscription its function and date is hard to decide. Milestone Society National ID: CH_STAMOS01bm

R Rayner

Route of former railway at Friezland

Now a multi-purpose route

Kevin Waterhouse

Cycle route update

The route has followed that of a former railway but at this point there was a tunnel (no longer visible). There is a busy road junction here of the A635 and B6175 so it appears a safer crossing route for cyclists and others is being prepared.

Kevin Waterhouse