Viewpoints · North West England
The Tank Toposcope
In or near Mellor.
The Tank Toposcope is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Best time of year
- Clear days year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Blackburn · 1.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The Tank Toposcope is a named viewpoint in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 53.7598°, -2.4944°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Place summary
The Tank Toposcope is a viewpoint located in North-West England, specifically within the unparished area of Blackburn with Darwen. It offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, serving as a notable landmark in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 53.7598, -2.4944
- District
- Blackburn with Darwen
- Parish
- Blackburn with Darwen, unparished area
- Postcode
- BB1 8DQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Blackburn
- Nearest railway station
- Blackburn — 1.8 km
Sources
- osm: n2980424393 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Tank Toposcope?
- The Tank Toposcope is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BB1 8DQ), in the parish of Blackburn with Darwen, unparished area.
- What is The Tank Toposcope?
- The Tank Toposcope is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Tank Toposcope?
- The nearest railway station is Blackburn, about 1.8 km away. The nearest town is Mellor. Drivers can use postcode BB1 8DQ.
- Is The Tank Toposcope free to visit?
- Yes, The Tank Toposcope is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Tank Toposcope?
- The nearest railway station is Blackburn, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BB1 8DQ.