Haslingden

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Nestled in the heart of the Rossendale Valley in Lancashire, England, lies the charming town of Haslingden. With its picturesque countryside, rich industrial heritage, and friendly locals, it's the perfect destination for travelers seeking a unique and authentic experience in the United Kingdom.

One of the town's most iconic landmarks is the Singing Ringing Tree, a unique musical sculpture overlooking the valley. Designed to harness the power of the wind, the sculpture produces haunting, melodic sounds that resonate through the surrounding landscape, creating an ethereal and immersive experience for visitors.

For history enthusiasts, a visit to the Helmshore Mills Textile Museum is a must. This former mill complex offers a fascinating glimpse into the region's industrial past, showcasing a remarkable collection of authentic machinery and equipment used in the production of textiles during the 18th and 19th centuries.

Nature lovers will delight in the stunning hiking trails and scenic viewpoints that abound in the area. The nearby Holcombe Hill, crowned by the striking Peel Tower, offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and photographers alike.

In the town center, visitors can explore a variety of quaint shops, traditional pubs, and welcoming cafes, providing ample opportunities to immerse oneself in the local culture and hospitality. The bustling Haslingden Market, held weekly, offers a vibrant array of goods, from fresh produce and artisanal crafts to antiques and vintage treasures.

Alternative names: Population: 15.2 thous.Coordinates: 53°42'16"N, 2°19'30"W

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Nearby attractions include: Accrington Town Hall, Musbury Tor, Helmshore Mills Textile Museum, Longholme Methodist Church.

3.7 miNW
City hall
Accrington Town Hall, Accrington
96 min walk • Accrington Town Hall is a municipal building in Blackburn Road, Accrington, Lancashire, England. The town hall, which was the headquarters of Accrington Borough Council, is a grade II* listed building.
1.7 miSW
Mountain
Musbury Tor, Helmshore
44 min walk • Musbury Tor or Tor Hill is a flat-topped hill in south-east Lancashire, England. It overlooks the village of Helmshore and separates Alden Valley to its south and Musbury Valley to its north.
1.2 miSW
Specialty museum, Museum, Fashion museum
Helmshore Mills Textile Museum, Rossendale
30 min walk • Helmshore Mills are two mills built on the River Ogden in Helmshore, Lancashire. Higher Mill was built in 1796 for William Turner, and Whitaker's Mill was built in the 1820s by the Turner family. In their early life they alternated between working wool and cotton.
1.6 miE
Church
Longholme Methodist Church, Rossendale
41 min walk • Longholme Methodist Church is Methodist church in Rawtenstall, Lancashire. 53.70103°N 2.28619°W The current building is the third used for methodist worship in Rawtenstall. It cost £7,000 and was opened on 18 March 1842. It provided 1300 seats for worshippers. The building was designed by John Simpson of Leeds.
2.8 miNW
Art gallery, Shopping, Art museum
Haworth Art Gallery, Accrington
71 min walk • The Haworth Art Gallery is a public art gallery located in Accrington, Lancashire, northwest England, and is the home of the largest collection in Europe of Tiffany glass from the studio of Louis Comfort Tiffany.
1.9 miNE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St John the Evangelist's Church, Rossendale
50 min walk • St John the Evangelist's Church is in the village of Crawshawbooth, near Rawtenstall, Lancashire, England. It is a redundant Anglican parish church formerly in the deanery of Rossendale, the archdeaconry of Bolton, and the diocese of Manchester. Its benefice has been united with that of St Mary and All Saints, Goodshaw.
1.5 miE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St Paul's Church, Rossendale
40 min walk • St Paul's Church is in Burnley Road, Constable Lee, Rawtenstall, Lancashire, England. It is an active Anglican parish church in the deanery of Rossendale, the archdeaconry of Bolton, and the diocese of Manchester.
3.1 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Valley
Irwell Valley, Ramsbottom
80 min walk • The Irwell Valley in North West England extends from the Forest of Rossendale through the cities of Salford and Manchester. The River Irwell runs through the valley, along with the River Croal.
0.4 miNE
Memorial
The Halo, Rossendale
12 min walk • Haslingden Cricket Club is a cricket club in the Lancashire League, which plays its home games at Bentgate in Haslingden. For the 2020 and 2021 seasons its captain is Jordan Shannon. For the first time post war, the club did not employ a professional for the shortened 2020 season owing to the Coronavirus pandemic.
3.7 miNW
Library
Accrington Library, Accrington
94 min walk • Accrington Library is a Carnegie library located in the town of Accrington, Lancashire. In 1904 a sum of £7,500 was offered to the town by the industrialist and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie for the building of a new library.
1.6 miE
Town, Area
Rawtenstall, Rossendale
41 min walk • Rawtenstall is a town in the borough of Rossendale, Lancashire, England. The town lies 15 miles/24 km north of Manchester, 22 miles/35 km east of Preston and 45 miles/70 km south east of the county town of Lancaster.