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 kilometres) north-northeast of the city of Manchester. In 2001, Littleborough and its surrounding suburban areas of Calderbrook, Shore and Smithy Bridge were noted as having a population of 13,807. When cotton was launched as a base to make textiles, Littleborough experienced an increase of families, primarily 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 significantly sizeable textile mills promoted Littleborough's population expansion and urbanisation, which provoked its status as a mill town. Throughout the mid-20th century, imports of cheaper foreign items contributed towards the gradual deindustrialisation of Littleborough, but the commercial diversity of the town helped it to fend off the developing financial depression, which was endured 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 excellent dining and leisure facilities, with Littleborough Rugby Union Football Club being appointed 'Club of the Year' at National Ruby Football Awards. For all your house upgrades, make sure to make use of reliable specialists in Littleborough to make certain of quality.
