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Colne

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Colne

Colne works well as a base: 10 minutes from Brierfield, 24km from Malham Cove.

Colne is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 20,118, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Colne sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Colne to your route.

About Colne

Colne () is a market town and civil parish in the Borough of Pendle in Lancashire, England. The town is 3 miles (5 km) northeast of Nelson, 6 miles (10 km) northeast of Burnley and 25 mi (40 km) east of Preston. The town should not be confused with the unrelated Colne Valley around the River Colne near Huddersfield in

Read more West Yorkshire. Colne is close to the southern entrance to the Aire Gap, the lowest crossing of the Pennine watershed. The M65 terminates west of the town and from here two main roads take traffic onwards towards the Yorkshire towns of Skipton (A56) and Keighley (A6068). Colne railway station is the terminus of the East Lancashire railway line. Colne adjoins the Pendle parishes of Foulridge, Laneshaw Bridge, Trawden Forest, Nelson, Barrowford and Blacko.

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Colne offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Colne located?

Colne is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.8571 latitude, -2.1685 longitude.

What is the population of Colne?

Colne has a population of approximately 20,118 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
20,118
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
53.8571, -2.1685

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Colne

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

ancient ruins

Bolton Abbey

Romantic 12th-century Augustinian priory ruins on the banks of the River Wharfe, surrounded by 30,000 acres of moorland and woodland.

23 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Malham Cove

Vast curved limestone cliff rising 80 metres from the valley floor, crowned with an extraordinary limestone pavement of weathered clints and grykes.

24 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Gordale Scar

A jaw-dropping limestone ravine with waterfalls tumbling between overhanging cliffs near Malham.

24 km · about 30 min drive

famous road

Trough of Bowland

Remote moorland pass through the Forest of Bowland linking Lancaster and Dunsop Bridge, following the route the Pendle witches were marched to trial in 1612. Sweeping single-carriageway bends with barely a building in sight.

29 km · about 35 min drive

cafe

The Hideout Cafe

A motorcycle-friendly cafe nestled in the Yorkshire Dales, perfectly positioned on some of northern England's finest riding roads.

32 km · about 35 min drive

national park

Yorkshire Dales National Park

Classic English countryside with limestone pavements, waterfalls, and stone-walled valleys.

41 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Ribblehead Viaduct

Magnificent Victorian railway viaduct with 24 arches striding across the bleak moorland of the Yorkshire Dales, an engineering marvel of the 1870s.

41 km · about 45 min drive

cafe

Rapha Clubhouse Manchester

Manchester's cycling culture hub offering specialty coffee, kit, and a community space for riding enthusiasts.

42 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Colne

  • 29 kmTrough of BowlandRemote moorland pass through the Forest of Bowland linking Lancaster and Dunsop Bridge, following the route the Pendle witches were marched to trial in 1612. Sweeping single-carriageway bends with barely a building in sight.
  • 50 kmSnake PassA twisting road through the Peak District connecting Sheffield and Manchester, beloved by motorcyclists and driving enthusiasts.
  • 52 kmSnake Pass SummitThe highest point on the A57 crossing the Pennines, with moorland views stretching across the Dark Peak landscape.
  • 53 kmButtertubs PassA high, narrow Dales road over the moors, named for deep limestone potholes and ranked among Britain's best drives.
  • 61 kmMam TorKnown as the 'Shivering Mountain' for its unstable layers, this Peak District summit offers spectacular views along the Great Ridge to Lose Hill.
  • 62 kmWinnats PassA steep, narrow limestone gorge with towering pinnacles on either side, creating one of the Peak District's most dramatic drives.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Colne.

Foulridge

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

2 km awayPop. 1,159

Nelson

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 km awayPop. 29,317

Barrowford

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 km awayPop. 5,378

Brierfield

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 km awayPop. 10,271

Earby

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 4,538

Barnoldswick

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 10,435

Burnley

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 149,422

Sabden

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

11 km awayPop. 1,422

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