Welcome to Hurstead

Hurstead is a small village located in the Rossendale district of Lancashire, England. The village is situated on the edge of the Pennines and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was once a centre for the textile industry, with many mills and factories located in the area. Today, the village is a peaceful and quiet place, with a strong sense of community.

One of the most notable features of Hurstead is its beautiful countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it a popular destination for walkers and hikers. The village is also home to several parks and nature reserves, including the Hurstead Moor Nature Reserve, which is a popular spot for birdwatching. The village is also located close to the Pennine Way, a long-distance footpath that runs from Derbyshire to Scotland.

Despite its small size, Hurstead has a strong sense of community. The village has a number of local amenities, including a post office, a village hall, and a community centre. The village also has several pubs and restaurants, which are popular with locals and visitors alike. The village is also home to several community groups and organisations, including a local history society and a gardening club. Overall, Hurstead is a charming and welcoming village that offers a peaceful and relaxed way of life.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 8.1°C

Feels Like: 4.5°C

Wind: 15.7 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Meadows School Other Independent Special School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Paula Forth	Egerton House Wardle Road Wardle Rochdale Greater Manchester OL12 9EN 1706630022 School Website
Great Howarth School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-18 Head Teacher Miss Tracy Porter	Great Howarth Road Rochdale Lancashire OL12 9HJ 1706631804 School Website
Kentmere Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Howard	Kentmere Avenue Smallbridge Rochdale Greater Manchester OL12 9EE 01706647533 School Website
Alice Ingham Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Donna Malcolm	Millgate Halifax Road Rochdale Lancashire OL16 2NU 1706341560 School Website
Springside Community Special School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Melody Fierro	Albert Royds Street Rochdale Manchester Greater Manchester OL16 2SU 01706764451
Hamer Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Victoria Terry	Albert Royds Street Rochdale Greater Manchester OL16 2SU 01706655756 School Website
Wardle Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs James Glennie	Birch Road Wardle Rochdale Greater Manchester OL12 9RD 01706373911 School Website
St Andrew's Church Of England Primary School And Nursery Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Judith Rainford	Union Road Rochdale Lancashire OL12 9QA 1706378991 School Website
All Saints Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Sharon Hardy	Maud Street Rochdale Greater Manchester OL12 0EL 01706640728 School Website
Heybrook Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Toni Moore	Park Road Rochdale Greater Manchester OL12 9BJ 01706647201 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Smithy Bridge Smithy Bridge, Smithy Bridge, Greater Manchester, OL15 0DZ 1.01 Miles

Littleborough Station Road, Littleborough, Greater Manchester, OL15 8AR 1.58 Miles

Rochdale Station Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1DR 1.91 Miles

Castleton Railway Approach, Castleton, Lancashire, OL11 3EB 3.41 Miles

Walsden Rochdale Road, Walsden, West Yorkshire, OL14 7ST 4.21 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Cozy Cars 01706 644222 95 Halifax Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 9BA 0.72 Miles
Rochdale Limos 07973 520511 Richmond Hall, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 0JR 1.17 Miles
Your Claims And Hire Ltd 01706 522203 161A Yorkshire Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 0DR 1.20 Miles
Globe Taxis 01706 355553 33A Whitworth Rd, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 0RA 1.21 Miles
Littleborough Private Hire 01706 377877 The Taxi Office/St Marys Churh Yard/Featherstall Rd, Littleborough, Greater Manchester, OL15 8DW 1.30 Miles
Town Taxis 01706 750750 Farriers Chambers/4 Smith St, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 1TU 1.59 Miles
Streamline Taxis (Rochdale) Ltd 01706 644104 25 Oldham Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 1UA 1.64 Miles
Tiger Taxis 01706 638333 Holland St, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 6TH 1.65 Miles
Millennium Cars Private Hire 01706 357357 Unit 101/Spotland Bridge Mill/Mellor St, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL11 5BU 1.92 Miles
United Taxis 01706 522221 101/Mellor St, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL11 5BU 1.92 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Smallbridge Po D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wardle Road D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oakcliffe Road D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hurstead Box Dd Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Green Meadow D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hamer Po Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Law Flats Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Dewhurst Road D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dewhirst Rd D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lightburn D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Foxholes D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Syke D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dearnley Po Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Heybrook D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
127 Ramsden Road Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Mark Street Surgery 01706 643183	Mark Street Surgery 2 Mark Street Rochdale Lancashire OL12 9BE
Inspire Medical Centre 01706 860847	2Nd Flr Croft Shifa Hc Belfield Road Rochdale Lancashire OL16 2UY
Croft Shifa Health Centre 01706 261883	Flr2 The Croft Shifa Hc Belfield Road Rochdale Lancashire OL16 2UP
Healey Surgery 01706 868468	Healey Surgery Whitworth Road Rochdale Lancashire OL12 0SN
Yorkshire St Surgery 01706 390243	Yorkshire Street Surgery 188-190 Yorkshire Street Rochdale Lancashire OL16 2DN

Local Stores

Littleborough
Station Road
Littleborough
Rochdale
Greater Manchester
OL15 8AF
01706 371162
Store Website
1.74 miles

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SPAR Halifax Road
Mount Green Garage
Halifax Road
Rochdale
OL16 2SQ
01706 379349
Store Website
0.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Valley Vetcare
48 Whitworth Rd Rochdale Lancashire OL12 0EZ 01706 656 559 info@valleyvetcare.co.uk 1.16 miles


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Rochdale Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Kingsway Retail Park Wallhead Road Rochdale Lancashire OL16 5AF rochdale@vets4pets.com 1.42 miles

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Crown House Vets
50-54 Milnrow Road Rochdale Lancashire OL16 1UD 01706 646815 info@crownhousevets.co.uk Website 1.63 miles
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Wendy Lane Vets
48 Calderbrook Road Littleborough Lancashire OL15 9HL 01706 378105 enquiries@wendylanevets.co.uk Website 1.71 miles

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Wendy Lane Vets
262-266 Bury Road Rochdale Lancashire OL11 4EE 01706 643 617 enquiries@wendylanevets.co.uk Website 2.04 miles
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Lower Place Veterinary Centre
455 Oldham Road Rochdale Lancashire OL16 4TD 01706 713380 2.31 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Watergrove Reservoir
Lovely 2 Mile Walk, Can Get Muddy In Parts When Wet. Deers Are Often Seen And There Is A Bird Hide For Spotting Rare Birds Rochdale Lancashire 1.44 miles

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Hollingworth Lake
Lovely Walk 2.4 Miles Long Littleborough 1.64 miles Well Signed Posted For Hollingworth Lake.Take Junction 21 For Milnrow And Follow Signs To Hollingworth Lake. There Are 4 Car Parks Charging £1 For 2 Hours

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Hollingworth Lake Country Park
This Walk Can Be Very Busy As Popular With Tourists. It's A Flat Walk With A Cafe And Toilets At The Back Of The Lake. Dogs Are Allowed On And Off The Lead. There's A Bird Watching Hut, And Picnic Areas Available. Rakewood Rd 1.69 miles

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Healey Dell Nature Reserve
This Is A Very Picturesque Walk. There Are Several Different Routes You Can Take Depending On What Sort Of Walk You Want To Do. Dogs Are Allowed Both On And Off Leads, But I Keep Mine On Due To There Being Some Long Drops Down Into The Waterfall And River. There Is A Tea Room Which Is Open Most Days. Parking Is Free But The Road In Is Very Bumpy So Take It Steady. 41 Market St Whitworth Rochdale OL12 8RW 1.79 miles

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Hollingworth Lake
Hollingworth Lake Is A Reservoir Which Was Built In The Early 1800S, To Supply Water To The Rochdale Canal. The Walk Follows Are The Lake For The Duration, Beginning At The Visitor Centre, And There Are Some Good Views Of The Lake, The M62 And The Pennine Edge As You Progress. OL15 0AQ 1.89 miles Take Junction 21 From The M62, Head Through Milnrow And Then Up Wildhouse Lane Toward Smithy Bridge. Follow The Road Along The Lake, Keeping It To Your Right, And Head Up Toward The Visitor Centre For Parking.

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Greenbooth Reservoir Circular Walk
This Is A Delightful Walk, Which I Came Across Today Whilst With A Friend And His Dog. It Is All On A Pathway Which Is Useful. There Are Some Quite Steep Rises And Descents. There Are 4 Reservoirs, All Linked And If You Take As Casual A Stroll As You Like And Go Round Each One Of Them, You Will Have Walked Around 4.3 Miles. Rochdale Lancashire OL12 7TQ 3.61 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.1°C	-13.6°C	-14.1°C	-14.8°C	-13.4°C	-11.7°C	-9.5°C	-7.5°C	-6.7°C	-7.1°C	-8.5°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22°C	-22.1°C	-22.2°C	-21.2°C	-18.9°C	-15.1°C	-11.8°C	-9.6°C	-10°C	-12.7°C	-14.8°C

Monday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-9.7°C	-8.7°C	-8°C	-8°C	-6.6°C	-3.5°C	0.8°C	3.9°C	4.4°C	2.7°C	0.5°C	-5.1°C
Feels Like	-15.6°C	-15.1°C	-14.9°C	-15.3°C	-14°C	-10.4°C	-5.1°C	-0.9°C	0.5°C	-0.7°C	-3°C	-9.8°C

Tuesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

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Temp	-2.8°C	-2°C	-1.9°C	-2.3°C	-1.2°C	1°C	3.5°C	5.1°C	4.9°C	3.5°C	6°C	2.5°C
Feels Like	-6.8°C	-5.8°C	-5.6°C	-5.8°C	-4.8°C	-2.7°C	0°C	1.8°C	2.1°C	1.1°C	3°C	-1°C

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