This is just a general list of things which you may
find of interest in Rishton, although the list is mainly historical based,
I have tried to include others.
Do you think there is something worth seeing in
Rishton? Where would you take people that wanted to look around the
village? Drop me a line and let me know....
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| Saint Peters and Paul's Church
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classic gothic architecture, and like many churches, a
vast amount of contributions from many years which have
been given to the church. |
| Ernest Marsden's birthplace.
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68 Hermitage Street now bears a plaque dedicating his
birthplace. |
| Rishton Reservoir and Cutt Wood Park. |
The reservoir is good for both angling and
ornithologists. The park holds fantastic views to the
surrounding hillsides |
| Rishton Beach |
Found at the side of the reservoir, the area was once
quarried for sand, leaving behind a beach once the
reservoir was built. |
| The Roebuck Inn |
Rebuilt in 1753, making the building over 250 years old.
The bay window on the George Street side was once said
to be the biggest bay window in Europe. |
| The railway Station? and the associated Station Hotel. | |
| Front Street (High Street) |
So typical of many small industrial towns, the front
street is still a hive of activity during the days with
shops still being used locally. |
| War Memorial |
Rishtons dedicated memory to our war hero's. |
| Esplanade (during Summer) |
Blooming with flowers during the spring and summer
months. |
| Master Barn Farm |
One of the oldest buildings in Rishton, the old farm
house still stands at the rear of the newer building. |
| The Hermitage Church | |
| Close Brow Quarry and the "Star Fossil" |
Once a sand stone quarry, this is now deemed a site of
special scientific interest. |
| Rishton Zoo (Lords House Farm) |
Based round many public footpaths, the farm is on the
boundary with Great Harwood, and is used for the
rehabilitation of the disabled. Many varieties of
animals can be seen from the public footpaths, including
deer, llamas and emus. |
| Ramblers Delight |
The countryside is but 2 minutes from the town, giving
ramblers plenty of options for public footpaths and
stunning views from the surrounding hills. |
| Tottleworth |
This preserved hamlet is a leisurely 5 minute stroll,
taking you along the route of the great salt road, with
stunning scenery in most directions. |
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