Prehistoric
It is possible that Mesolithic hunting camps existed on the moors but evidence is rare. The area was … See more

In 1896, a mass trespass took place on the moors following the sale of land to Colonel Ainsworth for shooting. He tried to prevent members of the … See more

The main mast at Winter Hill transmitting station on Winter Hill extends to a height of 1,014 feet (309 m) and is owned by Arqiva. It carries analogue and digital radio transmissions and digital television transmissions of BBC TV, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, … See more

The underlying geology is the Millstone Grit series with sandstones and coarse gritstones separated by bands of shale. The area was … See more

Valleys on the moors were flooded in the mid-19th century to provide water first for local industry and later to guarantee clean water for the surrounding towns and Liverpool. There are several chains that contribute to the landscape and which provide … See more

The West Pennine Moors and surrounding farmland have a rich and often undervalued level of biodiversity.
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• Birtill, George (1966) The Enchanted Hills. Chorley: Guardian Press See more