It was once a mill town and has beautiful stone homes and lush countryside at its end.
What’s the secret to its success? I love the northern mill towns. It’s in my blood. Mum was born in one. I grew up Darn Sarf. But, something about seeing mossy, rain-lashed stones and a skyline brimming with Victorian chimneys makes me happy. It’s not a sentiment that everyone shares, I know. Colne’s mill owner, a mustachioed man in a beard, furnished it with beautiful stone homes and all of the mod cons one might need in 19th-century America, such as a town hall designed by Alfred Waterhouse, Manchester’s famed architect. It was a smart investment. The town has survived 150 years without losing its cotton mills. Although it hasn’t managed a Todmorden Bridge nor a Hebden Bridge in its lifetime, it is still managing to keep its head above water. There are many flowers in the gardens. The shopping streets, despite the presence of Matalans and Asdas on the outskirts, seem lively. The community diary is full. The heart is lifted by the beautiful greenery at the end most streets.
The case against the mills was dismissed. But, offices and factory outlets have taken their place. The glorious past remains as Banquo’s ghost. It faces socio-economic challenges.
Do you feel well connected? Rail: This is the end of this line. There are slow hourly services to Burnley (12 mins), Blackburn (30 mins), and Blackpool (95 minutes). Driving: 20 minutes from Skipton and Keighley or Bowland or Dales, Bradford 40 minutes, Preston and M6 for half an hour, Manchester and Leeds an hour.
Schools Primaries: Foulridge St Michael And All Angels CofE. Sacred Heart RC. Christ Church CofE. Lord Street and Primet are “good”, according to Ofsted. Laneshaw bridge is “outstanding”. Park High, Pendle Vale College & Ss John Fisher & Thomas More Catholic College make good secondary schools.
Rennie Goth’s sweet shop would be a great place to hang out. Black Lane Ends for mature readers; Green Chimney and About Coffee for lunch.
Buy a 5-bed terrace. For £120,000, you can get a two-bed terrace. These terraces were well built by the Victorians. Albert and Keighley Roads have fine specimens. There are smaller terraces to either side. Poshest has three roads that offer country views: Red Lane (Castle Road), and Skipton Old Road (Skipton Old Road). Also, check out Wycoller, Laneshaw Bridge, and Wycoller. Detacheds, £150,000-£700,000. Semis, £120,000-£300,000. Terraces, £50,000-£225,000. Rentals: two-bed houses, £350-£550pcm.
Is Colne A Safe Area?
Colne is a wonderful area. Some people even consider it a handsome former mill town. It is very encouraging to see the changes in crime from 2018 to 2018. Colne is becoming more safe as each crime decreases each year.
Colne’s Best Features
Colne makes a wonderful place to live or call home. This section will highlight the best of Colne.
Affordability
The town offers a wealth of houses for sale Colne for those looking to move to an area with great affordability and contentment. Colne has many affordable homes to rent. Rent is far less expensive than Pendle and cities.
Travel
Colne is easily connected to all regions of the North West. The town is well connected by trains and buses, regardless of whether you drive. Leeds and Manchester are both within an hour of each other.
Finance
Colne used to be a mill community. Now all the factories are moving on. Regeneration plans have been in place since a few year ago. The first affordable housing project in Colne to be constructed as part of a joint venture by Pendle Enterprise and Regeneration and Together Housing Group.
Colne has been supported for the future with £3.5m being invested in new homes. This will ensure that there are plenty of opportunities to relocate to the area.
Authenticity
Colne, which has a diverse population, is the home to many authentic restaurants and shops. Carlos in Colne has been the center of the town for more than thirty years. This is the place to go if you want to feel like Italy.
These are some places you should check out if you enjoy pub grub. Emmott Arms ranks number 1 according to TripAdvisor. The Tubbs Of Colne, which is open every day from 9am until 11pm, offers all-day cuisine.
Activities
Colne offers something to suit everyone. There are many activities for the whole family: go-karting, shopping, and sports teams.
Pendle hill is just a short distance from Colne for those who love walking outside. The summit is 557 metres above the sea level. On clear days, you can see all of Pendle and beyond.