Welcome to Blackrod

Blackrod is a small village located in the borough of Bolton, Greater Manchester. It is situated on the edge of the West Pennine Moors and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 13th century when it was known for its coal mining industry. Today, Blackrod is a thriving community with a population of around 5,000 people.

One of the most notable landmarks in Blackrod is the Blackrod railway station, which was opened in 1838. The station is located on the Manchester to Preston line and provides easy access to both cities. The station is also a popular spot for train enthusiasts as it is one of the few remaining stations in the country that still has a signal box. Another popular attraction in Blackrod is the Blackrod Church of England Primary School, which has been serving the community since 1844.

Blackrod is also home to a number of local businesses, including shops, pubs, and restaurants. The village has a strong sense of community, with many events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include the Blackrod Scarecrow Festival, which sees the village decorated with scarecrows of all shapes and sizes, and the Blackrod Christmas Lights Switch-On, which is a popular event for families. Overall, Blackrod is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 9.3°C

Feels Like: 6.7°C

Wind: 11.4 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Blackrod Anglican Methodist Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr James Royal	Vicarage Road West Blackrod Bolton Greater Manchester BL6 5DE 01204333520 School Website
Blackrod Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Katherine Mead	Manchester Road Blackrod Bolton Greater Manchester BL6 5SY 01204333488 School Website
St Catherine's Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Graham	Greenstone Avenue Horwich Bolton Lancashire BL6 5SJ 1204332636 School Website
St David Haigh And Aspull Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Woodcock	Copperas Lane Haigh Wigan Lancashire WN2 1PA 1942831310 School Website
Beacon Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Ms Debra Meekings	Peter Martin Street Horwich Bolton Greater Manchester BL6 7AL 1204333545 School Website
Our Ladys Rc Primary School Wigan Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Chris Horridge	Holly Road Aspull Wigan Greater Manchester WN2 1RU 01942832299 School Website
Lever Park School Academy Special Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Taylor	Stocks Park Drive Horwich Bolton Greater Manchester BL6 6DE 01204332666 School Website
St Josephs Catholic Primary School Anderton Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fiona Brownsey	Rothwell Road Anderton Chorley Lancashire PR6 9LZ 01257480598 School Website
Adlington Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Birkin	Park Road Adlington Chorley Lancashire PR7 4JA 01257480557 School Website
Horwich Parish C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Debbie Mills	Church Street Horwich Bolton Greater Manchester BL6 6AA 01204333147 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Blackrod Station Road, Blackrod, Lancashire, BL6 5JH 0.22 Miles

Adlington (Lancashire) Railway Road, Adlington, Lancashire, PR6 9RS 1.93 Miles

Horwich Parkway Off Arena Approach, Horwich, Greater Manchester, BL6 6LB 1.98 Miles

Hindley Ladies Lane, Hindley, Lancashire, WN2 2QJ 3.50 Miles

Westhoughton Church Street, Westhoughton, Greater Manchester, BL5 3LE 3.52 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Quality Cars 01204 668555 11 Latham Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6 5EL 0.21 Miles
Lyma Taxis 01204 694040 86 Winter Hey Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6 7NZ 1.31 Miles
Horwich Private Hire 01204 690096 Unit 1/Pearlbrook Ind Est/Chorley New Rd, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6 5PX 1.35 Miles
69 Cars / Minibuses 01204 696969 Unit 1, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6 7AH 1.45 Miles
Wisemove Airport Transfers 01204 235005 12 Pendle Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6 7HP 1.74 Miles
Arley Chauffeurs 01257 426462 Arley Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN1 2UJ 2.15 Miles
Ambassador Car Mats 01257 472315 Bradley Hall Trading Estate, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 0XQ 2.91 Miles
Bus 1 Airport Chauffeurs 01942 321635 2 Lyefield Ave, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN1 3UL 3.14 Miles
Jewels Prestige Car And Limousine 01942 299004 Springfield Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN1 2NA 3.23 Miles
Rowan Executive Transport 07800 907971 Rowan Garages, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN1 3NZ 3.27 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Blackrod - 182 New Street Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Whitehall Lane D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Green Barn (Blackrod) D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Rivington Pub Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Little Scotland D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crown Lane D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Mason Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mottram Street D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lee Lane D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Haigh Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grimeford Lane Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Winter Hey Lane P O Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Kamran Khan 01204 697229	Blackrod Health Centre Church Street Blackrod Bolton Lancashire BL6 5EQ
Bolton Community Practice Cic - The Market Surgery	Market Surgery 103 Chorley New Road Horwich Bolton Lancashire BL6 5QF
Kildonan House - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Ramsbottom Road Horwich Bolton BL6 5NW
Kildonan House 01204 468161	Kildonan House Ramsbottom Road Horwich Bolton BL6 5NW
Dr Malhotra & Partners 01204 322888	Pike View Medical Centre Albert Street, Horwich Bolton BL6 7AS

Local Stores

Winter Hey Lane
75-81 Winter Hey Lane
Horwich
Bolton
Greater Manchester
BL6 7PA
01204 691546
Store Website
1.38 miles

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SPAR Blackrod
6
Blackhorse Street
Blackrod
Bolton
BL6 5EN
01204 692309
Store Website
0.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Pike Moor Veterinary Surgeons
158-160 Chorley New Road Horwich Bolton Lancashire BL6 5QW 01204 694004 info@pikemoorvets.co.uk Website 1.29 miles
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Gillivervet
Garwood Bolton Road Anderton Chorley Lancashire PR6 9HN 01257 483161 office@gillivervet.co.uk Website 1.46 miles

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Andrew Melling B.V.Sc Mrcvs
The Old Police Station 76 Church Street Horwich Bolton Lancashire BL6 6AB 01204 668108 a.melling@btconnect.com 1.71 miles

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Medivet Adlington / Adlington Veterinary Centre
150 Chorley Road Adlington Lancashire PR6 9LQ 01257 474800 adlington@medivet.co.uk Website 1.91 miles

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Companion Care (Bolton) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Middlebrook Retail Park Horwich Bolton Lancashire BL6 6JA 01204 469 478 bolton@companioncare.co.uk Website 1.96 miles

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Pike Moor Veterinary Surgeons
53/55 Chorley Road Westhoughton Bolton Lancashire BL5 3PD 01942 818845 info@pikemoorvets.co.uk Website 3.16 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Haigh Woodland Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Haigh Woodland Park, Which Is Close To Wigan. Haigh Woodland Park Is One Of The North West's Most Treasured Natural Attractions. It Has Impressive Grounds And Woodlands Which You And Your Dog Can Enjoy, Along With A Stretch Of The Walk Being Alongside The Leeds And Liverpool Canal. WN2 1PE 1.80 miles Haigh Woodland Park Is Within Easy Reach Of Both The M6 (J27) And The M61 (J6). If Approaching From The M6, Take The A49 Towards Standish, Then The B5239 To Haigh. Look Out For The B5239 And Aspull, Then Haigh, When Leaving The M61. Alternatively, Haigh Woodland Park Can Easily Be Found Close To The Two Main A Roads, The A6 And The A49.

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Lever Park And Rivington
Horrobin Ln Rivington Bolton BL6 7SE 2.23 miles Rivington Ln Horwich, Bolton Bl6 7Sb

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Yarrow Valley Country Park
Chorley PR7 3QL 4.32 miles

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Cutacre Country Park
Cutacre Country Car Park 6.05 miles Near Junction 4 Of The M61. Take The A6 Towards Over Hulton. The Car Park Is Near The Big Warehouses On Left (Travelling West).

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Three Sisters And Viridor Woods
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Three Sisters & Viridor Woods. This Walking Route Is Located Close To Wigan, Greater Manchester And Features A Great Forest Setting. WN4 8DD 6.38 miles From Wigan, Take The A49 Warrington Road Heading South. After You Pass By A Shell Garage On Your Left, At The Roundabout You Will See A Brown Road Sign Directing You To 'Three Sisters' (Still On The A49). Take A Left, Following The Road Sign Directions, Onto Bryn Road. Head Down Here And Take The First Proper Road On Your Left, Lockett Road. Then A Left Onto Three Sisters Road, Which Leads You Up To The Car Park.

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Three Sisters And Viridor Woods Walk
Three Sisters Rd Ashton-In-Makerfield Wigan WN4 8DD 6.46 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-4.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.4°C	-9.7°C	-11.8°C	-14.1°C	-16.2°C	-16.9°C	-19.1°C	-20.7°C

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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

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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
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