Littleborough is a village within the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale, in Greater Manchester. It is found in the upper Roch Valley by the foothills of the South Pennines, 3 miles (4.8 km) northeast of Rochdale and 12.6 miles (20.3 km) north-northeast of the city of Manchester. In 2001, Littleborough and its surrounding suburbs of Calderbrook, Shore and Smithy Bridge were recorded as having a population of 13,807. When cotton was launched as a base to make cloths, Littleborough experienced an influx of families, mainly from the neighbouring county, the West Riding of Yorkshire. Wealthy homes and estates were established on the borders of the town. Coal mining, engineering ventures and increasingly sizeable fabric mills supported Littleborough's population growth and urbanisation, which caused its status as a mill town. During the course of the mid-20th century, imports of less expensive foreign products contributed towards the steady deindustrialisation of Littleborough, but the business diversity of the town allowed it to ward off the ensuing economic depression, which was endured elsewhere in North West England. Littleborough's stone-built town centre is designated as a Conservation Area for its unique architectural qualities. The town also boasts good dining and leisure facilities, with Littleborough Rugby Union Football Club being named 'Club of the Year' at National Ruby Football Awards. For all your house upgrades, make certain to make use of trusted specialists in Littleborough to make certain of quality.