Littleborough
Littleborough is a village within the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale, in Greater Manchester. It is located 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 suburban areas of Calderbrook, Shore and Smithy Bridge were documented as having a population of 13,807. When cotton was launched as a base to make fabrics, Littleborough experienced an influx of families, largely from the neighbouring county, the West Riding of Yorkshire. Upscale homes and estates were established on the outskirts of the town. Coal mining, engineering ventures and progressively large fabric mills promoted Littleborough's population growth and urbanisation, which produced its status as a mill town. Throughout the mid-20th century, imports of cheaper foreign products contributed towards the gradual deindustrialisation of Littleborough, but the commercial diversity of the town allowed it to stave off the developing financial depression, which was felt 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 excellent dining and leisure facilities, with Littleborough Rugby Union Football Club being appointed 'Club of the Year' at National Ruby Football Awards. For all of your home upgrades, make sure to make usage of credible professionals in Littleborough to make certain of quality.
