Littleborough
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 suburban areas of Calderbrook, Shore and Smithy Bridge were noted as having a population of 13,807. When cotton was introduced as a base to make cloths, Littleborough experienced an influx of families, mainly 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 increasingly large textile mills promoted Littleborough's population development and urbanisation, which produced its status as a mill town. During the course of the mid-20th century, imports of more affordable foreign items contributed to the progressive deindustrialisation of Littleborough, but the business diversity of the town allowed it to fend off the following 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 named 'Club of the Year' at National Ruby Football Awards. For all your house upgrades, make sure to make usage of trustworthy contractors in Littleborough to make certain of quality.
