Roddlesworth
in Lancashire of England, United Kingdom

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
53.690 and -2.528 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 53° 41' 24" and W -2° 31' 39"
Currency and Currency Code:
Pound - GBP
Spoken languages:
English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 02:45 PM (Sunday)
Timezone: Europe/London
UTC/GMT offset: 0 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:38 am and 8:36 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-45.817 and 170.717 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Otakou
References
This place on Wikipedia
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for United Kingdom in Northern Europe

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United Kingdom.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United Kingdom. Last Update: 2024-04-28 08:22:10

Explore Roddlesworth

Roddlesworth in Lancashire (England) is a city in United Kingdom about 181 mi (or 292 km) north-west of London, the country's capital.

Local time in Roddlesworth is now 02:45 PM (Sunday). The local timezone is named Europe / London with an UTC offset of one hour. We know of 10 airports in the vicinity of Roddlesworth, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United Kingdom is Blackpool International Airport in a distance of 21 mi (or 34 km), West. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United Kingdom is Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal in a distance of 52 mi (or 84 km), South. Also, if you like golfing, there are multiple options in driving distance. If you need a place to sleep, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Depending on your travel schedule, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Blackburn, Chorley, Haigh, Bolton and Wigan. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 4°C / 38 °F

Morning Temperature 3°C / 37 °F
Evening Temperature 6°C / 43 °F
Night Temperature 3°C / 37 °F
Chance of rainfall 16%
Air Humidity 98%
Air Pressure 1003 hPa
Wind Speed Moderate breeze with 10 km/h (6 mph) from East
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Rain and snow

Monday, 29th of April 2024

11°C (52 °F)
8°C (47 °F)
Light rain, fresh breeze, overcast clouds.

Tuesday, 30th of April 2024

14°C (57 °F)
9°C (49 °F)
Light rain, fresh breeze, overcast clouds.

Wednesday, 1st of May 2024

14°C (58 °F)
10°C (50 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Millstone

Address
5,8 mi
Church Lane
BB2 7JR Blackburn
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 7:00 - 11:30
Weekend: closed


Best Western Plus Samlesbury

Address
6,1 mi
Preston Rd. Samlesbury
PR5 0UL Preston
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Astley Bank Hotel

Address
2,5 mi
Bolton Road, Darwen
BB3 2QB Darwen
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 7:00 - 23:00
Weekend: 7:00 - 23:00


TRAVELODGE BLACKBURN M65

Address
2,6 mi
JUNCTION 4 M65 MOTORWAY DARWEN MOTORWAY SERVICE AREA
BB3 0AT DARWEN
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


J4) Blackburn South (M65

Address
2,9 mi
RIVERSWAY DRIVE, OFF ECCLESHILL ROAD LOWER DARWEN
BB3 0SN BLACKBURN
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Blackburn Town Centre

Address
4,3 mi
3 CATHEDRAL SQUARE
BB1 1FB BLACKBURN
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

St Joseph's Scholars & St Matthew's Pupils, Blackburn (1905)

Published: July 03, 2008
Length: 38:31 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: BFI

This film is part of the Mitchell and Kenyon collection - an amazing visual record of everyday life in Britain at the beginning of the twentieth century. To buy the DVD click here - http://www.bf...


Wolves v Blackburn - Doyle's penalty miss and Wards finish from the stands - 13/08/2011 Ewood Park

Published: August 14, 2011
Length: 59:17 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: McGinty999

Doyle's penalty miss and Wards finish from the Wolves away end, the wolves fans sure know how to celebrate a good finish!


Wayne Rooney Pen vs Blackburn 2011 19th Title Winning Goal

Published: January 09, 2013
Length: 43:50 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Josh Thomas

Historic Pen against Blackburn. This goal secured Manchester United's 19th Title on the 14/05/2011.


The Beauty of Rivington & Anglezarke

Published: February 12, 2012
Length: 40:34 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: RailMon

Lancshire's scenic gems, these areas attract thousands of visitors to enjoy the delights of stunning views and amazing wildlife. Everthing from Deer, foxes and squirrels to a huge variety of...


Motorcycles at Rivington 27/5/12

Published: May 28, 2012
Length: 13:34 min
Rating: 2 of 5
Author: thebrow117


my walk on darwen moors on the 26th September 2014

Published: September 30, 2014
Length: 43:14 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Andrew Thomas Helliwell

two days after my birthday (24th) thought id go for a walk on darwen moors and try out my new mono pod and new camera that iv had for a month to try out & get used to . also was sum graffiti...


Jubilee Tower Darwen

Published: May 15, 2014
Length: 51:08 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Joanne Green

Jubilee Tower, Darwen on a windy and unbelievably misty morning.


Mountain biking / sky larks on Darwen Moors 18th March 2015

Published: March 20, 2015
Length: 01:30 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Andrew Thomas Helliwell

via YouTube Capture Filmed on iPhone 4s The other day I went for a ride on my Bike to give it a good ride round Darwen moors And to the other side of the moors and down the main rd to vaughns...


Premium Listing: 'Lowood', Hawkshaw Avenue, Darwen

Published: July 10, 2014
Length: 20:02 min
Rating: 1 of 5
Author: AinsworthLordEstates

Ainsworth Lord Estates are thrilled to offer for sale ' Lowood ' let me show you around, believe me you will not be disappointed... On arrival at the property, you immediately notice how well...


Snowing in Darwen Thursday morning 26th March 2015

Published: March 27, 2015
Length: 00:12 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Andrew Thomas Helliwell

via YouTube Capture filmed on iPad March as known as mad March yet again Darwen n maybe parts of Lancashire wakes up to snow !


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Abbey Village Reservoir

The reservoir north of Abbey Village on the River Roddlesworth - name unknown - is the latest addition to the reservoirs around this small Lancashire village, designed to increase water storage capacity in wet years.

Located at 53.7044, -2.54139 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Drinking water reservoirs in England, Geography of Chorley, Reservoirs in Lancashire

Great Hill

Great Hill is a hill in Lancashire on Anglezarke Moor, between the towns of Chorley and Darwen. It is part of the West Pennine Moors and lies approximately 3 miles north of Winter Hill, which is the highest point in the area at 456 m (1,498 ft). The summit at 381 m (1,252 ft) is only slightly higher than the surrounding moorland, but provides excellent views in all directions particularly to the north and west.

Located at 53.6672, -2.53725 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Mountains and hills of Lancashire, Geography of Chorley, Geography of Blackburn, Hills of the West Pennine Moors

Hollinshead Hall

Hollinshead Hall was a manor house close to the village of Tockholes, Lancashire. It is unclear whether the hall was originally the manor house of Tockholes, or if Hollinshead was indeed a manor in its own right alongside Tockholes and Livesey. The ruins of the hall are situated approximately 2 miles south of the village. The main features of the site consist of the ruins of the late 18th century hall and Gardens, and the associated barn and stables.

Located at 53.6756, -2.5105 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Country houses in Lancashire, West Pennine Moors, Ruins in Lancashire, Buildings and structures in Blackburn with Darwen

Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir

Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir is a reservoir on the River Roddlesworth near Abbey Village in Lancashire. The reservoir is close to Lower Roddlesworth Reservoir and Rake Brook Reservoir and sits within dense woodland.

Located at 53.6931, -2.51806 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
West Pennine Moors, Drinking water reservoirs in England, Geography of Chorley, Reservoirs in Lancashire

Lower Roddlesworth Reservoir

Lower Roddlesworth Reservoir is a reservoir on the River Roddlesworth close to Abbey Village in Lancashire. The reservoir is close to Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir and Rake Brook Reservoir, situated within thick forest.

Located at 53.6956, -2.52833 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
West Pennine Moors, Drinking water reservoirs in England, Geography of Chorley, Reservoirs in Lancashire

Rake Brook Reservoir

Rake Brook Reservoir is a reservoir fed by two streams, including the eponymous Rake Brook, a tributary of the River Roddlesworth in Lancashire. The reservoir is adjacent to the two Roddlesworth Reservoirs.

Located at 53.695, -2.53667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
West Pennine Moors, Reservoirs in Lancashire, Geography of Chorley

Roddlesworth

Roddlesworth is the name of a hamlet in the parish of Withnell in Lancashire, England. It lies on the road connecting Preston with Bolton. The name is first encountered as Rodtholfeswrtha (1160), meaning "the homestead of Hrothwulf".

Located at 53.6833, -2.51667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Lancashire, Geography of Chorley, West Pennine Moors

Withnell railway station

Withnell railway station was a railway station that served Abbey Village and Withnell, in Lancashire, England.

Located at 53.7005, -2.5479 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Disused railway stations in Chorley, Former Lancashire Union Railway stations, Railway stations closed in 1960


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Roddlesworth