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This is a toughie. No help. I checked the map and it is within the borough boundaries.

What is it?

Where is it?

Why is it Abandoned?

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A) A derelict building

B) In a field

C) Because it's derelict

Where do I collect my prize money?

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Not so fast Bald Eagle, I need a smidge more detail than that.:p

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Have been in there, donkey years ago..............

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Ok, so where is it?

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OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO we'll have to call you Acidic-Bob after that remark!:s_cry:

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Give's a clue it's been 30 years. Is over warmden way...........?

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In keeping with my new image, I think I will let you all sweat a little over this one.

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Still trying to get the brain working.....where T when he's needed.

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its some here nr whinfields i think & tea is very busy at the moment /////////

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>>its some here nr whinfields i think <<

Ummmmm....Nope!

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Is it Kipax's house?

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Ohh Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha! Hi Tealeaf.

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Not what I was hoping for Mr Tealeaf!. lol……….But still, I still think it could be up Warmdem way or is one of the cotts above Bedlam. I've have defiantly been there in my childhood, at that time it was used as a barn and field shelter. Come on give us a clue bob.

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Ok, Ok. it is not in the West or in the East or in the South of the borough, if you wanted to be exact it is probably in the North East. Travellers on the M65 will be able to see it from their vehicles.

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The public right of way that passes the front of this building dates to circa 1790-94.

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Up Altham way or Huncoat?

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I've got a problem with my machine here......anyway, I'll stick my neck out and make it short......is this the remnants of a coal mine, the building being the housing for the engine?

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Old Engine House up Altham........

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Close to Altham but not an Engine House.

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Church/Meeting house?

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I'm certain it's not an abandoned farmhouse.....what about a cornmill..maybe waterdriven, water diverted/dried up?

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There is a cornmill in Altham, but it is now a commune with a few families living there, and it is still on the river and it is definately not this building. I wonder wether Altham had more than one cornmill??

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All good creative solutions, but all, alas, wrong.

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I'm not convinced it isn't some kind of farm building; perhaps for storage? Having said that, I've never seen it as far as I know so don't know the locality.

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Wheel House, Pump house or is it part of the workhouse

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Workhouse???

I suppose this is where I make like an Estate Agent.


LOWER CLOUGH BANK

What we have here is a rustic dwelling comprising a basement room to the rear of the property, two rooms to the principal floor and two bedrooms to the upper floor. The property would benefit from some renovation and would suit a couple interested in DIY.
Especially as the upper floor, inner walls and roof are missing. To the north the property has excellent views towards Pendle Hill, The property is situated adjacent to the tow path of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal (in this part, Circa 1790-94). Outside the property there are the usual ruined outbuildings and muddy paths.

The actual date of construction of this bijou residence is any time between 1790 and 1900. And there is some evidence that it was once connected to the local electricity supply. Interestingly, immediately outside the property, on the other side of the canal is a swing bridge, held in a permanently open position. Perhaps this gives some clue as to the original reason for the property's isolated position.

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Nice one bob this is good stuff, the referance to the workhouse was in respect of a property call Workhouse Farm.............Next.

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I'm glad you enjoyed it. I have had a hoot with it too.

Sadly though, you will have to hang on for more till the dog drags me out on a l-o-n-g walk the next time I can scive a day off.

Still, now that I have told you all where it is, does anyone know anything about the property?

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No bob, I'm clueless. I've been over what maps I've got but still can't find it. But trying to find out will give me something do I suppose. Again thanks for the effort you put in to it. Excellent stuff.

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Locate Burnley Road Cemetery, Bolton Avenue runs along the eastern edge down to the junction with Whinney Hill Road. A little east on Whinney Hill road there is a footpath that passes the RSPCA Centre and crosses the M65 via a footbridge. There on the bend in the canal there is the swing bridge and the house.

Map Ref. Lat: 53.46.7 Long: 2.21.5W

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Ok got it. Thanks bob.

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Hmm, has it not been snapped up by a would be developer yet?

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My parents friend used to live down by the canal, can see his old house from the m65. I wonder if its anywhere near that. I always loved going on the barge

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So are we presuming the structure was the home of a bridgekeeper whose duty was to open and close the bridge to accomodate passing traffic?

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Went up to have a look earlier this afternoon. Got stung by nettles and pricked by thistles all over the place (was wearing shorts) but it was quite interesting to hunt it down. All I can add is that each room had a fireplace which are still more or less intact, and there are the remains of a building/structure to the right as you look at the picture. A fields length away from this building are the remains of what I presume to be a farmhouse, this lies right next to the canal bridge.

I couldnt find what I would call a footpath though....I had to ask the RSPCA where it was and I just got pointed in the direction of a field with sheep/rams in it, had to climb over/under/through numerous fences and also walk right through the middle of a herd of cows. I think I took the wrong route...........

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Any chance of a rebuild?

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I'm not any sort of authority on building work and structural integrity etc. but I would say probably. It is literally just a shell though, very overgrown both outside and in, plus there isn't a road of any description anywhere near the house, any potential residents would have to enjoy the isolation - still, cracking views.

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Perfect that. Offers

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There is a low voltage power line almost directly overhead too, but a transformer would have to be installed near the house. To be honest I couldn't see any evidence that it was once connected to the power supply unless I missed something, so it would have to be fully kitted out electricity wise. Telephone cable overhead too/

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Anyone any Idea when it was last used

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It has been derelict as long as I have known it, though when I first saw it in the very early sixties it still had it's roof. So my guess is that it would have been abandoned around the start or finish of WW2.

Hey Ceejache, I'm impressed that you should want to go out and find it. I hope you enjoyed the walk despite the nettles. It,s actually easier to get to if you get on the canal at Clayton. I should have told you that, sorry! If you look on the front of the building about halfway up on the left hand side there is a rusted metal cable bracket which I reckon is the support for the electricity cable.

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I don't go back to work until September so I have plenty of time on my hands AB, I have always enjoyed anything historical too so it was an interesting hour or so!

I saw the rusty metal bracket but didn't really give it a closer inspection - just thought it was where a lantern or suchlike might have been positioned.

Anything else for me to investigate?

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Hi, cos you said it was between the canal bridge going down to the Walton Arms and Pilky Bridge on the main Padiham to Clayton rd, I too went investigating. If you have transport, its best to park by the Canal Bridge going down to the Walton Arms and walking on the canal bank or parking by Pilkington Bridge on Clayton/Padiham road.
Here's a couple of photos, if you look ever so closely at the RH side of the second photo, you can just see the edge of the ruin.

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Well done Atarah, good pics too. The view from this spot has to be one of the best in the borough.

That gives me an idea. How about a new thread called 'my favorite view' or 'The Best View in Hyndburn'? Anyone want to start it???

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My 'best view in Hyndburn' has to be the one I see whilst looking in the mirror...........sorry......I have been drinking....couldn't help myself!

Seriously though, the best view, and one I often take the 'trouble' to see is the one that can be seen from the top of the Coppice looking out on Hyndburn. The borough seems so idyllic yet attractively industrial from up there.

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I doubt if it will be Broadway

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I think you may be right there mate.

Seriously though one of my favorite views is from the top of Hamildon, on a clear evening you can see the sun glittering on the sea at Blackpool - Magical!

Another is the view of the Coppice, Moleside and Hamildon from Whitebirk. I always felt that I was 'home' again when I saw that. I like the way that this group of hills sits in the landscape. There is something oddly protective and reassuring about it.

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I've seen Blackpool Tower from the top of Hambledon but are you sure you can see the sea ???

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Yes, it is faint and it has to be really clear but in very late afternoon or early evening you can actually see the sun glittering on it. It doesnt seem to be as visible at sunset though.