Bacup Map

Bacup map, view the Lancashire town of Bacup, located in the county of Lancashire, England.

Detailed Street Map of Bacup Lancashire & Guide to the Area

Bacup Map Lancashire: Interactive map of Bacup, displaying the town situated in the county of Lancashire, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Bacup area and a Bacup town centre map, showing Bacup Fire Station and Bacup Golf Club.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Bacup map are: Bacup Natural History Museum, Royal Court Theatre, Stacksteads Riverside Park, The Irwell Inn, The Rose 'N' Bowl, The Crown Inn, Bacup Hub, Greggs, Bacup Post Office, The Old Library Café, Irwell Medical Practice, Bank Street Surgery, Whitworth Medical Centre, Bacup Pharmacy, Boots, Tesco Express, Bacup Leisure Hall, Stacksteads Methodist Church, Thorn Primary School, Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School, Britannia Community Primary School, Bacup Nursery School, St John's Church, Haslam House B&B, Stacksteads Fish Bar, Mario's Pizza, Taste Buds Café, Shawforth Pharmacy, The Glen Pub, The Masons Arms, Highfield Hall, The Clog Market, Irwell Terrace Convenience Store, Peel Street Dental Practice, Hill View Veterinary Centre, Moorside Newsagents, Jubilee Road Surgery, Bacup Library, The Britannia Institute, New Line Pet Supplies, Elite Hair and Beauty, The Doghouse Grooming Salon, Bloom Baby Boutique, Malkin's Butchers, The Works Hair Salon, Riverside Café, Edenfield Road Stores, A & B DIY, Cooper Street Car Park.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Stacksteads, Britannia, Shawforth, Whitworth, Waterfoot, Crawshawbooth, Rawtenstall, Haslingden, Edenfield, Cowpe, Lumb, Weir, Todmorden, Walsden, Littleborough, Rochdale, Wardle, Norden, Burnley, Loveclough, Hurstwood, Broadley, Chadderton, Cliviger, Goodshaw, Accrington.

Bacup sits tucked away in the South Pennine hills, right on the edge of the Lancashire border, where winding roads and dramatic moorland stretch off in every direction. It's one of those towns that still feels like it's holding onto its roots—stone terraces, cobbled streets, and a tight-knit community that looks out for its own. The landscape gives it a rugged sort of beauty, and the town itself has a kind of honesty you don't always get elsewhere. It's quiet, unpretentious, and surprisingly scenic when the light catches the hills just right.

The town's history is steeped in industry. Bacup grew rapidly in the 19th century thanks to the booming textile trade. Cotton mills and woollen factories sprung up all over, and it wasn't long before it became one of the busiest mill towns in the country. You can still see traces of that past in the old industrial buildings scattered around the valley. The town's population today is just shy of 13,000. It's part of the Rossendale district, and while the mills are long gone, the strong work ethic and sense of pride remain. There's even a bit of Roman history in the area, with the remains of an old road cutting through nearby moorland.

Bacup might be modest in size, but it's not short on character. The town centre has a mix of independents and practical shops, along with a handful of cafés and local pubs. The Bacup Natural History Museum is a quirky little gem, and the Royal Court Theatre hosts local productions and events throughout the year. You're also right near Lee Quarry, a popular spot for mountain biking and hiking. Just out of town, you'll find National Trust-owned Holcombe Moor and Stubbins Estate, perfect for walkers. For something a bit different, the Britannia Coconut Dancers—a traditional folk troupe—parade through the streets on Easter Saturday, and it's something you won't see anywhere else. English Heritage sites like Goodshaw Chapel are within easy reach, and places like Whitworth and Waterfoot have a handful of local galleries and heritage trails to explore.

Further afield, Lancashire's packed with places worth exploring. The Forest of Bowland offers sweeping views and peaceful trails, while the Ribble Valley serves up charming villages, cracking pubs and plenty of space to stretch your legs. Blackpool's an easy trip for those after a livelier day out, and historic towns like Clitheroe and Lancaster make for cracking visits. Whether you're after fresh air or a bit of old-school seaside charm, it's all within reach from Bacup.

Getting to Bacup is fairly straightforward by car. The A681 and A671 connect the town with Rawtenstall, Rochdale and Burnley, and from there you can get onto the M66 or M65. There's no train station in Bacup anymore, but Rawtenstall and Rochdale both have rail links—Rochdale connects to Manchester and beyond. Buses run regularly through the valley and link up with the larger transport hubs. Manchester Airport is your best bet for flights, just under an hour's drive depending on traffic.

Lancashire as a whole is a proper mix of countryside, coast and proud towns. It's not flashy, but it's rich in history and full of people who genuinely love where they live. There's a raw beauty to the moors, a buzz in the market towns, and a coastal charm that stretches from Morecambe to Lytham. Whether you're into walking, fishing, food, music or just getting out in the fresh air, there's always something worth digging into. Bacup holds its own in all that, with a bit of grit, plenty of spirit, and no shortage of stories.

Some More Nearby Places: Stacksteads, Britannia, Shawforth, Whitworth, Waterfoot, Crawshawbooth, Rawtenstall, Haslingden, Edenfield, Cowpe, Lumb, Weir, Todmorden, Walsden, Littleborough, Rochdale, Wardle, Norden, Burnley, Loveclough, Hurstwood, Broadley, Chadderton, Cliviger, Goodshaw, Accrington.

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