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Gorges · North West England

Rossendale Valley

In or near Holcombe.

Rossendale Valley — a gorge in england north west.

Heys Close - geograph.org.uk - 6066496

DS Pugh — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Rawtenstall · 1.7 km

About

A British gorge — a narrow, steep-sided valley typically carved by a river through resistant limestone or sandstone country.

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Place summary

Rossendale Valley is a gorge located in North-West England. This natural formation is characterised by its steep-sided ravines and scenic landscapes. The valley is known for its outdoor recreational opportunities, including walking and cycling trails. It is a notable feature of the local geography and attracts visitors interested in nature and outdoor activities.

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Coordinates
53.7000, -2.2667
County
Lancashire
District
Rossendale
Parish
Rossendale, unparished area
Postcode
BB4 7TW
Parliamentary constituency
Rossendale and Darwen
Nearest railway station
Rawtenstall1.7 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

St John's Church, Rawtenstall📷 3

Historic churches · North West England

St John's Church, Rawtenstall

St John's Church, Rawtenstall — church in Cloughfold, Rawtenstall, Lancashire, England, UK.

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St Nicholas' Church, Newchurch📷 5

Historic churches · North West England

St Nicholas' Church, Newchurch

St Nicholas' Church, Newchurch — church in Newchurch, Rossendale, Lancashire, England, UK.

Freestnicholasnewchurch.com
Parish Church of St Nicholas with St John and St Michael, Newchurch, Graveyard - geograph.org.uk - 684983📷 3

Memorials & monuments · North West England

Harrier Hound Monument To Methusalah Yates In Churchyard To South Of Church Of St. Nicholas With St. John

Harrier Hound Monument To Methusalah Yates In Churchyard To South Of Church Of St. Nicholas With St. John — Grade II* listed building-listed memorial in england-north-west, United Kingdom.

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Ilex Mill📷 5

Mills · North West England

Ilex Mill

Ilex Mill — mill in Rossendale, Lancashire, England, UK.

Burnley Road East - geograph.org.uk - 1806516📷 5

Villages · North West England

Newchurch

Newchurch — a village in england north west.

St James Church - geograph.org.uk - 1806888📷 3

Theatres · North West England

Bamboo Theatre

Bamboo Theatre is a theatre in the United Kingdom.

Where to eat & stay near Rossendale Valley

Places to stay

Gateway, Irwell Sculpture Trail at Stubbins - geograph.org.uk - 2570362📷 5

Campsites · North West England

The Paddock Campsite

The Paddock Campsite — a campsite in england north west.

Shuttleworth, The 'Red House Hotel' - geograph.org.uk - 3495006📷 7

Hotels · North West England

Red Hall Hotel

Red Hall Hotel — a hotel in england north west.

red-hall.co.uk
Westway approach to Burnley - geograph.org.uk - 4593776📷 5

Hotels · North West England

Travelodge

Travelodge — a hotel in england north west.

Freetravelodge.co.uk
The White Horse at Edgworth - geograph.org.uk - 2419558📷 5

Caravan parks · North West England

Walleach Caravan Park

Walleach Caravan Park — a caravan park in england north west.

Muddy woodland path - geograph.org.uk - 4762740📷 5

Campsites · North West England

Ashworth Valley Scout Camp Site

Ashworth Valley Scout Camp Site — a campsite in england north west.

Freeashworthvalley.org.uk
The Brown Cow at Burrs Country Park - geograph.org.uk - 2286088📷 5

Campsites · North West England

Burrs Country Park Caravan Club

Burrs Country Park Caravan Club — a campsite in england north west.

Places to eat & drink

The Shoulder of Mutton, Holcombe Village - geograph.org.uk - 8226218📷 7

Historic pubs · North West England

Shoulder of Mutton

Shoulder of Mutton in England North West, United Kingdom.

Freesomholcombe.co.uk
Ashworth Road, Approaching School Lane - geograph.org.uk - 1770904📷 5

Historic pubs · North West England

Egerton Arms

Egerton Arms in England North West, United Kingdom.

White Lion signage - geograph.org.uk - 7257690📷 5

Historic pubs · North West England

The Boot Inn

The Boot Inn in England North West, United Kingdom.

Charter Walk Shopping Centre - geograph.org.uk - 4750224📷 5

Historic pubs · North West England

The Bridge

The Bridge in England North West, United Kingdom.

The Town Mouse - geograph.org.uk - 4679484📷 7

Historic pubs · North West England

The Town Mouse Public House

The Town Mouse Public House in England North West, United Kingdom.

Plaque, Mackenzie House, Bank Parade, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 1UB - geograph.org.uk - 1909528📷 5

Historic pubs · North West England

The Churchill Public House

The Churchill Public House in England North West, United Kingdom.

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Skelwith Bridge to Slater Bridge (29) - geograph.org.uk - 6209239📷 5

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Little Langdale — a gorge in england north west.

Barn south of Moor Rigg - geograph.org.uk - 5799108📷 5

Gorges · North West England

Grisdale

Grisdale — a gorge in england north west.

Hillside below Robinson's Place Farm - geograph.org.uk - 3457439📷 5

Gorges · North West England

Great Langdale

Great Langdale — a gorge in england north west.

Low Birker Tarn - geograph.org.uk - 7732608📷 5

Gorges · North West England

Eskdale

Eskdale — a gorge in england north west.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Rossendale Valley?
Rossendale Valley is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BB4 7TW), in the parish of Rossendale, unparished area.
What is Rossendale Valley?
Rossendale Valley — a gorge in england north west.
How do I get to Rossendale Valley?
The nearest railway station is Rawtenstall, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode BB4 7TW.
How do I get to Rossendale Valley?
The nearest railway station is Rawtenstall, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BB4 7TW.