Clow Bridge

Settlement in Lancashire Burnley

England

Clow Bridge

Approaching Compston's Cross On the Rossendale Way and the White Hill Circular Walk. The cross was erected in 1902 and may partly replace the two lost wayside crosses in this area — Approaching Compston's Cross Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Clow Bridge is a small village located in Lancashire, England. Situated in the picturesque Rossendale Valley, it is known for its scenic beauty and historical significance. The village is situated near the larger town of Rawtenstall and is surrounded by the rolling hills of the Pennines.

Clow Bridge is historically significant due to its association with the industrial revolution. It was a thriving cotton mill town during the 19th century, with several textile mills operating in the area. These mills played a crucial role in Lancashire's cotton industry, which was once at the forefront of the global textile trade.

Today, Clow Bridge retains much of its historical charm. Visitors can explore the remnants of the old mills, some of which have been converted into residential properties or transformed into museums and cultural centers. The village also boasts a number of traditional stone houses and buildings, giving it a distinct architectural character.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to enjoy in Clow Bridge. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and other outdoor activities. The nearby Rossendale Forest Park provides a serene backdrop for leisurely walks or picnics.

For those seeking cultural experiences, Clow Bridge is in close proximity to several attractions. The Whitaker Museum and Art Gallery, located in nearby Rawtenstall, showcases local history and contemporary art. The East Lancashire Railway, a heritage steam railway, offers nostalgic train rides through the beautiful Lancashire countryside.

Overall, Clow Bridge offers a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and cultural attractions, making it a charming destination for visitors and residents alike.

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Clow Bridge Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.750312/-2.269902 or Grid Reference SD8228. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Approaching Compston's Cross

On the Rossendale Way and the White Hill Circular Walk. The cross was erected in 1902 and may partly replace the two lost wayside crosses in this area

Kevin Waterhouse

Masts on Hameldon Hill

View from near Compston's Cross on Rossendale Way

Kevin Waterhouse

Woodland north of Greenhill Clough

With Clowbridge Reservoir beyond on the left of the view

Kevin Waterhouse

Gateway at Wholaw remains

The property marked as Wholaw on old OS maps appeared to cover a large site with two gateway access points, this view of one to the north and another behind the camera

Kevin Waterhouse

Valley of Limy Water

Crossed by a path in Dunnockshaw Community Woodland from Wholaw

Kevin Waterhouse

Clowbridge Reservoir

View from the reservoir embankment causeway

Kevin Waterhouse

Gambleside Mine Pumping Station

Beneath the hillside with several former coal mines and close to Clowbridge Reservoir

Kevin Waterhouse

Clowbridge Reservoir underground chamber

There appears to be a vented chamber by the side of the reservoir dam, but OS maps appear to have no information on this feature.

Kevin Waterhouse

Old holloway

An old route to climb Stony Hill which winds around an enclosed field (behind the camera) from the valley of Limy Water (covered by Clowbridge Reservoir) before striking out in this view. This is probably one of the many routes known as Limersgate.

Kevin Waterhouse

Gambleside Colliery remains

With Clowbridge Reservoir on the right of this view

Kevin Waterhouse

Tramway remains

Ahead are the remains of a tramway tunnel at the head of a shallow cutting. The tramway went through a tunnel to Gambleside Colliery. A path follows this tramway route between Gambleside Colliery and another behind the camera, which appeared to be unnamed on early OS maps but at the head of Green Fold Reservoir.

Kevin Waterhouse

Path to Meadow Head

Ahead is a difficult to navigate marshy reed bed, behind the camera is Oaks Mill at Dunnockshaw

Kevin Waterhouse

Love Clough: 'The Glory'

This old pub is still going strong. It was formerly called the 'Holt's Arms'. Easy to call in, it is right on the A682 and also on the Rossendale Way footpath. There is much of interest in the immediate area, not least, excellent walking country.

Dr Neil Clifton

Love Clough Social Club

Dr Neil Clifton

Love Clough: Commercial Street

The north side of the street, with houses 1 to 19 (odds). Unusually for the North of England, the numbering has the odd numbers on the right-hand side. These houses were built in the early 1860s for the workers at the large Print Works nearby, now demolished.

Dr Neil Clifton

Love Clough: Printing works

Although this building appears to have been a church, it is in fact a printing works. Whether there is any connection with the large textile printing works which formerly stood slightly further west, is not known.

Dr Neil Clifton

Love Clough: Limy Water

At the bottom of Commercial Street a small bridge crosses over Limy Water, seen here looking upstream. Limy Water is a tributary of the River Irwell, into which it flows at Rawtenstall.

Dr Neil Clifton