Nelson Map

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

Detailed Street Map of Nelson Lancashire & Guide to the Area

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

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Nelson area and a Nelson town centre map, showing Nelson Railway Station and Nelson and Colne College.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Nelson map are: Pendle Rise Shopping Centre, Nelson Market, Victoria Park, Marsden Building Society, Pendle Leisure Centre, Pendle Wavelengths, Nelson Library, McDonald's, Greggs, Costa Coffee, Subway, Poundland, Superdrug, Boots, Card Factory, Iceland, B&M, Holland & Barrett, Barnardo's, Age UK, Asda Nelson, Morrisons Nelson, The Victory Pub, The Pendle Witch, The Cellar, Spice Lounge, Shaan Restaurant, Barrowford Balti, The Bombay Lounge, The White Bear, Higher Trapp Hotel, Nelson Police Station, Nelson Town Hall, The Zone Children's Centre, Pendle Community Hospital, Reedyford Health Centre, Nelson and Colne College, Marsden Heights Community College, Whitefield Infant School, Lomeshaye Junior School, Masjid-e-Taqwa, St Philip's Church, St John Southworth RC Church, Pendle Heritage Centre, Marsden Park Golf Course.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Barrowford, Brierfield, Colne, Trawden, Laneshaw Bridge, Fence, Higham, Roughlee, Barley, Newchurch-in-Pendle, Sabden, Chatburn, Cliviger, Wheatley Lane, Reedley, Southfield, Foulridge, Blacko, Gisburn, Barnoldswick, Earby, Kelbrook, Thornton-in-Craven, Salterforth, Rimington, Winewall, Wycoller, Worsthorne, Burnley Wood, Harle Syke, Brunshaw, Crawshawbooth, Loveclough, Simonstone, Read, Whalley, Downham, Twiston, Coldwell, Lothersdale, Cowling, Steeton, Sutton-in-Craven.

Nelson is a traditional Lancashire mill town sitting between Burnley and Colne, right in the heart of Pendle country. It's one of those places that wears its history openly, with red-brick terraces, old chimneys, and the Leeds and Liverpool Canal weaving its way quietly through town. There's a proper down-to-earth feel about the place—no frills, just a working town with roots in the cotton industry and a strong community spirit. You'll find markets, parks, and a decent cup of tea if you know where to look.

The town grew rapidly during the Industrial Revolution, thanks to the boom in cotton weaving. It was named after Lord Nelson and only really started to expand in the late 1800s. By the early 20th century, Nelson had become a thriving textile town, with its mills working day and night. Like many others across Lancashire, it saw decline after the mills closed, but it's held onto its identity. Today, the population is around 30,000, and it's a culturally diverse place, shaped by generations of hard-working families, newcomers and old-school locals alike.

There's more going on than meets the eye. Victoria Park is the town's biggest green space, with play areas, gardens, and a big duck pond—ideal for a gentle afternoon. The town centre has a traditional market and a mix of local shops and cafés, with Pendle Rise Shopping Centre at the heart of things. For something a bit different, Pendle Heritage Centre in nearby Barrowford is well worth a visit, and you can't talk about this area without mentioning Pendle Hill—a local legend and a brilliant walking route. Gawthorpe Hall, managed by the National Trust, is only a few miles away and brings in history lovers, and Wycoller with its picturesque ruins and scenic walking paths is just up the road.

Lancashire opens up quickly once you step outside Nelson. The Ribble Valley is packed with good food, tidy villages, and proper countryside views. Clitheroe's a popular spot with its castle and markets, while the Forest of Bowland offers plenty of open space if you fancy a quieter wander. Blackpool and the Fylde coast are within reach if you're after a blast of sea air and seaside fun. Preston, Blackburn, and Lancaster all bring their own character and are close enough for a day out or a bit of shopping.

Nelson's easy to get to. It's right on the M65, so driving in from the west is straightforward, and you can reach Preston or the M6 in about half an hour. The town's got its own railway station with trains to Colne and Preston, where you can connect further afield. Buses link the town to surrounding areas like Burnley, Brierfield and Barrowford. If you're flying in, Manchester Airport is the closest, just over an hour away by car. The roads in and around town are well signed, and there are canal paths and walking routes for those on foot or two wheels.

Lancashire as a whole is a proper mix—coast, countryside, industry, and history all rolled into one. It's a county where people still look out for each other, where the hills meet mill chimneys, and where traditions are still going strong. From farming villages to busy market towns, from tea shops to textile museums, there's a real variety here. Nelson's a solid part of that, shaped by its industrial past but always looking ahead.

Some More Nearby Places: Barrowford, Brierfield, Colne, Trawden, Laneshaw Bridge, Fence, Higham, Roughlee, Barley, Newchurch-in-Pendle, Sabden, Chatburn, Cliviger, Wheatley Lane, Reedley, Southfield, Foulridge, Blacko, Gisburn, Barnoldswick, Earby, Kelbrook, Thornton-in-Craven, Salterforth, Rimington, Winewall, Wycoller, Worsthorne, Burnley Wood, Harle Syke, Brunshaw, Crawshawbooth, Loveclough, Simonstone, Read, Whalley, Downham, Twiston, Coldwell, Lothersdale, Cowling, Steeton, Sutton-in-Craven.

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