Littleborough
Littleborough is a village within the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale, in Greater Manchester. It is set 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 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 fabrics, Littleborough experienced an increase of families, mainly from the neighbouring county, the West Riding of Yorkshire. Affluent houses and estates were established on the borders of the town. Coal mining, engineering ventures and increasingly large textile mills promoted Littleborough's population expansion and urbanisation, which produced its status as a mill town. Throughout the mid-20th century, imports of more affordable foreign products contributed towards the progressive deindustrialisation of Littleborough, but the commercial diversity of the town made it possible for it to ward off the occurring economic depression, which was witnessed 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 made 'Club of the Year' at National Ruby Football Awards. For all your home upgrades, make sure to make use of dependable contractors in Littleborough to make certain of quality.
