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Littleborough
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Littleborough
Littleborough works well as a base: 5 minutes from Milnrow, 27km from Snake Pass (A57).
Littleborough is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 13,807, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Littleborough 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 Littleborough to your route.
About Littleborough
The Wheatsheaf is a Grade II listed former public house on Church Street in Littleborough, a town within the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale, Greater Manchester, England. Built in the early 1860s, it stands on the site of an earlier inn of the same name, recorded as far back as 1780. Part of the semi‑circularRead more
building housed the pub, while the remainder is occupied by commercial premises. The Wheatsheaf closed in June 2026, and as of September no update on its future has been published.
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Where is Littleborough located?
Littleborough is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.6441 latitude, -2.0958 longitude.
What is the population of Littleborough?
Littleborough has a population of approximately 13,807 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 13,807
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 53.6441, -2.0958
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
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 Littleborough
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
mountain pass
Holme Moss
A 524 m Pennine pass on the A6024 topped by a landmark transmitter mast, a celebrated cycling climb used in the 2014 Tour de France.
20 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
Haworth
The steep-cobbled Pennine village where the Brontë sisters lived and wrote, with the Parsonage Museum and moorland walks to Top Withens.
23 km · about 25 min drive
mountain pass
Woodhead Pass
The A628 trans-Pennine route over bleak moorland past the Woodhead reservoirs, frequently closed by snow and high winds.
23 km · about 25 min drive
famous road
Snake Pass (A57)
The Woodhead-era Telford road over the Pennines between Glossop and the Ladybower reservoirs, with fast curves and frequent winter closures.
27 km · about 30 min drive
famous road
Snake Pass
A twisting road through the Peak District connecting Sheffield and Manchester, beloved by motorcyclists and driving enthusiasts.
28 km · about 30 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Snake Pass Summit
The highest point on the A57 crossing the Pennines, with moorland views stretching across the Dark Peak landscape.
28 km · about 35 min drive
waterfall
Kinder Downfall
The Peak's highest waterfall at 30m, famously blown back up the cliff as spray in a westerly wind.
31 km · about 35 min drive
Driving roads near Littleborough
9 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 60km.
- 20 kmHolme MossA 524 m Pennine pass on the A6024 topped by a landmark transmitter mast, a celebrated cycling climb used in the 2014 Tour de France.
- 23 kmWoodhead PassThe A628 trans-Pennine route over bleak moorland past the Woodhead reservoirs, frequently closed by snow and high winds.
- 27 kmSnake Pass (A57)The Woodhead-era Telford road over the Pennines between Glossop and the Ladybower reservoirs, with fast curves and frequent winter closures.
- 28 kmSnake PassA twisting road through the Peak District connecting Sheffield and Manchester, beloved by motorcyclists and driving enthusiasts.
- 28 kmSnake Pass SummitThe highest point on the A57 crossing the Pennines, with moorland views stretching across the Dark Peak landscape.
- 32 kmKinder ScoutThe Peak District's highest ground at 636m, site of the 1932 Mass Trespass that led to Britain's national parks and right to roam.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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