Tyldesley in Greater Manchester

Tyldesley is a Town in the county of Greater Manchester.

Tyldesley, a town nestled in the metropolitan borough of Wigan, Greater Manchester, England, is a community rich in history and marked by its role in the Industrial Revolution. Though smaller than its bustling neighbors, Tyldesley holds its own unique charm and historical significance. Historically part of Lancashire, the town’s roots extend back to its days as an agrarian hamlet, but it was the introduction of the coal mining industry in the 18th and 19th centuries that truly transformed Tyldesley’s landscape and the livelihoods of its residents.

The town’s industrial past is perhaps best symbolized by the iconic Tyldesley Clock Tower, a central landmark and a popular meeting point. Though the industries that propelled Tyldesley’s growth have since declined, their influence is indelibly etched into the town’s identity. The red brick houses, former mills, and disused mining structures serve as historical touchstones that narrate the town’s evolution through an era that redefined the entire region.

Despite its industrial background, Tyldesley is also known for its green spaces, providing residents with a natural escape from the urban environment. Close by is the scenic Pennington Flash Country Park, a local gem with its large lake, extensive walking trails, and abundant wildlife, offering a stark contrast to the town’s industrial past. These green havens are not only testament to the area’s recovery and resilience but also form an integral part of the community’s social and recreational life.

In recent years, Tyldesley has seen a degree of regeneration, with efforts being made to revitalize the town center and preserve its historical sites. The local market is a focal point for community life, upholding a tradition that has been ongoing since the town was granted its market charter in the 1820s. Here, locals and visitors alike can explore an array of stalls offering everything from fresh produce to artisanal crafts, reflecting the town’s ongoing vibrancy.

Tyldesley’s community spirit is one of its strongest assets, seen in the numerous local events, sports clubs, and societies that pepper the town’s social calendar. Though it may not be as large as other towns in Greater Manchester, Tyldesley’s rich heritage, combined with its forward-looking approach to community and development, makes it a noteworthy and charming place within the tapestry of the region.

Tyldesley postcode: M29 8AB

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There are great places to visit near Tyldesley including some great towns, hills, ancient sites, round cairns, hiking areas, old mines, ruins, lakes, historic monuments, rivers and streams, woodlands, geological features, nature reserves, villages, historic buildings, country parks, waterfalls, events, bluebell woods, sssis, parks, shopping centres, gardens, cities, museums, canals, disused railway lines, moated sites and airports.

There are a number of towns near Tyldesley including Bolton, Westhoughton, Horwich, Little Lever, Salford Quays, Rochdale, and Littleborough.

There are a number of hills near Tyldesley including Winter Hill, Winter Hill Summit, Adam Hill, Crooked Edge Hill, Whimberry Hill, The Naze, and Rivington Pike.

There are a number of ancient sites near Tyldesley including Winter Hill Tumulus, White Brow Cairn, Noon Hill, Two Lads, Hanging Stone, Rivington Cup Marked Stone, and Rainsough Hill Camp.

Don't miss Winter Hill Tumulus, White Brow Cairn, and Noon Hill's round cairns if visiting the area around Tyldesley.

The area around Tyldesley boasts some of the best hiking areas including Winter Hill Summit, Crooked Edge Hill, Whimberry Hill, Turton Moor, Owshaw Clough, Aushaw Moss, and The Turton Reservoirs.

Winter Hill Mines, Winter Hill Tunnel, Rivington Moor Colliery (ruin), Rivington Moor Brickworks (ruin), Wildersmoor Pit Kilns (ruin), Prospect (ruin), and Rivington Moor Bell Pits (ruin) are great places to visit near Tyldesley if you like old mines.

Ruins to visit near Tyldesley include Rivington Moor Brickworks (ruin), Wildersmoor Pit Kilns (ruin), Prospect (ruin), Rivington Moor Bell Pits (ruin), Owshaw Clough Mine Filtration Ruins, Deborah's (site of), and Lower Tarkingtons (ruin).

Don't miss Reservoir Of Dean Mills, The Turton Reservoirs, Turton and Entwistle Reservoir, Jumbles Reservoir, Wayoh Reservoir, Rivington Lakes And Reservoirs, and Yarrow Reservoir's lakes if visiting the area around Tyldesley.

Historic Monuments to visit near Tyldesley include Two Lads, Holy Well Spring, Bury Castle, Worsley Green Monument, and Hyde War Memorial.

Rivers and Streams to visit near Tyldesley include Rushtons Brook, Holden's Brook, Stones Bank Brook, Cadshaw Brook, Roscow Clough, Dean Brook, and Raveden Brook.

There are a number of woodlands near Tyldesley including Fox Hill Plantation, Ousel Nest Quarry, Walker Fold Woods, Raveden Clough, Roscow's Tenement Clough, Dean Wood - Rivington, and Rivington Hall Wood.

There are a number of geological features near Tyldesley including Jumbles Fossil Tree, Fairy Battery, The Margery Flags at Rivington Pike, Tigers Clough, and Jepsons Clough.

Tyldesley's best nearby nature reserves can be found at Ousel Nest Quarry, Doffcocker Lodge, Nob End SSSI, Leverhulme Park, Aspull Sough, Wigan Flashes Local Nature Reserve, and Pennington Flash.

Cadshaw, Rivington, Barrow Bridge, Bromley Cross, Chapeltown, Whelley, and Standish are some of Tyldesley best villages to visit near Tyldesley.

Turton Tower, Prospect Tower, Archway at Turton Tower, Medieval Style Railway Bridge at Turton Tower, Smithills Hall, Sheephouse Farm, and Dean Gate are some of Tyldesley best historic buildings to visit near Tyldesley.

Country Parks to visit near Tyldesley include Smithills Country Park, Moses Gate Country Park, Cutacre Country Park, Hollingworth Country Park, Haigh Country Park, Pennington Flash, and Burrs Country Park.

Roscow Clough Waterfall, Smithills Hall Park Waterfall, Langshaw Ford Weir, Raveden Clough Waterfall, Raveden Plantation Waterfall, Yarrow Reservoir Overflow Cascade, and Upper Rivington Reservoir Yarrow Outflow are great places to visit near Tyldesley if you like waterfalls.

Rivington Pike Easter is a great place to visit close to Tyldesley if you like events.

Dean Wood - Rivington, Rivington Hall Wood, Horrocks Wood, Old House Ground Plantation, and Etherow Country Park are some of Tyldesley best bluebell woods to visit near Tyldesley.

Nob End SSSI is one of Tyldesley's best, nearby sssis to visit in Tyldesley.

Queens Park, Hall Lee Bank Park, Moss Bank Park, Wythenshawe Park and Gardens, Gorton Park, Debdale Park, and Heaton Park are some of Tyldesley best parks to visit near Tyldesley.

The area around Tyldesley boasts some of the best shopping centres including Middlebrook Retail and Leisure Park, Manchester Christmas Markets, The Trafford Centre, and Manchester Arndale.

The area around Tyldesley features a number of interesting gardens including The Rock Garden, The Walled Garden at Moss Bank, and RHS Garden Bridgewater.

The area around Tyldesley boasts some of the best cities including Salford, and Manchester.

Museums to visit near Tyldesley include Salford Museum and Art Gallery, and The Imperial War Museum Salford.

The area around Tyldesley boasts some of the best canals including The Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Haigh, Top Lock at Wigan, Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Crooke, The Leeds and Liverpool Canal near Shevington, Rochdale Canal Western Section, Bridgewater Canal, and Worsley Delph.

Tyldesley has some unmissable disused railway lines nearby like The Old Whelley Line, Lancashire Union Joint Line, Ringley Road Station (ruin), Clifton - Accrington and Colne Line (disused), and Linnyshaw Loopline.

Moated Sites to visit near Tyldesley include Wigan Golf Club.

Airports to visit near Tyldesley include Manchester Airport.

Tyldesley History

There are some historic monuments around Tyldesley:

Areas of Tyldesley

Like most towns and cities Tyldesley is comprised of a number of areas, once separate villages or small towns and parishes now part of Tyldesley.

Many of the areas of Tyldesley have their own character and places of interest.



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History of Tyldesley

The remains of a Roman road serving camps at Coccium (Wigan) and Mamucium (Manchester) passed through the area. It ran from Keeper Delph in Boothstown crossing Mort Lane north west of Cleworth Hall and south of Shakerley Old Hall. The road continued towards the Valley at Atherton where coins have been found, and on towards Gibfield and Wigan.

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