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 km) 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 fabrics, Littleborough experienced an increase of families, mostly from the neighbouring county, the West Riding of Yorkshire. Wealthy homes and estates were developed on the outskirts of the town. Coal mining, engineering ventures and progressively large fabric mills brought about Littleborough's population development and urbanisation, which resulted in its status as a mill town. Through the mid-20th century, imports of cheaper foreign goods contributed to the gradual deindustrialisation of Littleborough, but the business diversity of the town allowed it to fend off the ensuing financial depression, which was experienced elsewhere in North West England. Littleborough's stone-built town centre is designated as a Conservation Area for its special architectural qualities. The town also boasts good 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 certain to make usage of trusted professionals in Littleborough to make certain of quality.
