Littleborough
Littleborough is a village within the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale, in Greater Manchester. It lies in the upper Roch Valley by the foothills of the South Pennines, 3 miles (4.8 kilometres) northeast of Rochdale and 12.6 miles (20.3 kilometres) north-northeast of the city of Manchester. In 2001, Littleborough and its surrounding residential areas of Calderbrook, Shore and Smithy Bridge were recorded as having a population of 13,807. When cotton was introduced as a base to make cloths, Littleborough experienced an increase of families, generally from the neighbouring county, the West Riding of Yorkshire. Wealthy houses and estates were developed on the outskirts of the town. Coal mining, engineering ventures and significantly large fabric mills contributed to Littleborough's population development and urbanisation, which produced its status as a mill town. Through the mid-20th century, imports of less costly foreign goods contributed towards the gradual deindustrialisation of Littleborough, but the business diversity of the town made it possible for it to ward off the occurring financial depression, which was felt elsewhere in North West England. Littleborough's stone-built town centre is designated as a Conservation Area for its particular architectural qualities. The town also boasts great dining and leisure facilities, with Littleborough Rugby Union Football Club being made 'Club of the Year' at National Ruby Football Awards. For all of your home upgrades, make sure to make use of trustworthy professionals in Littleborough to make certain of quality.
