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Heywood Tourist Information

The town of Heywood, three miles west of Rochdale, has its origins in the 13th century, but the area owes much of its charm and character to Robert Peel, (the father of Sir Robert Peel, originator of Britain's first police force), who created the textile town virtually from a greenfield site.

St Luke's Church graces the town's centre and it's recently remodelled Civic Concourse, adjoining the Civic Centre. You can relive those childhood memories and the fun of model collecting by visiting the Corgi Heritage Centre in Heywood, where you can discover the fascinating history of Corgi die cast model vehicles that made Corgi a world wide name.

You will find an interesting range of shops and cafes as well as a thriving indoor market on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Heywood has a Sports Complex with a multi purpose sports hall and two swimming pools.

On the doorstep is Queen's Park, one of the Borough's finest Victorian parks - and a visit to Heywood can be combined with a walk in some of the area's most picturesque countryside, including steep wooded valleys and moorland areas of Ashworth Valley and Carr Wood.

An exciting new development is the opening of a new station in Heywood for the east Lancs Railway, linking the town to Bury, Ramsbottom and Rawtenstall with regular railway trips.

 

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Attractions near Heywood
Rochdale Art Gallery (3 Miles)*
Touchstones is an exciting arts and heritage centre that has something special for everyone. The site consists of Art Galleries, Museum, Local Studies Centre and Tourist Information Centre.
Heaton Hall (4 Miles)*
A magnificent neo-classical country house with beautifully restored 18th century interiors, set in 650 acres of rolling parkland.
Salford Museum & Art Gallery (7 Miles)*
Museum of Salford's local history and art.
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What's near Heywood

Attractions:
  Rochdale Art Gallery  3 Miles
  Heaton Hall  4 Miles
  Salford Museum & Art Gallery  7 Miles
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Towns:
  Castleton  2 Miles
  Birch  2 Miles
  Bury  3 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Andrew Kelly & Associates  <1 Mile
  Ryder and Dutton  <1 Mile
  Andrew Kelly & Associates  2 Miles
Hotels:
  Birch Hotel  1 Mile
  The Royal Toby Hotel  2 Miles
  The Castleton Hotel  2 Miles
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Self Catering:
  Hindle Pastures  4 Miles
  Orchard Lodge  4 Miles
  31 Butterworth Hall  5 Miles
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Campsites:
  Dale Hey Farm  19 Miles
  Common Barn Farm  22 Miles
  Riverside Caravan Site  23 Miles
TIC: Bury Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 0161 253 5111  3 Miles



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Towns near Heywood
Castleton Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Birch Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Birch-in-Heywood is a small village situated on the road between Hopwood, Heywood and Rhodes. It's believed to have been formed around the mill which is now used for industrial purposes.
Bury Tourist Information (3 Miles)*
Bury is a market town in Greater Manchester, about 8 miles north west of Manchester on the River Irwell.
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Hotels near Heywood
Birch Hotel (1 Mile)*
In 3 acres of gardens, just minutes from junction 19 of the M62 motorway and only 4.5 miles (7.2 km) from Manchester, the hotel offers free Wi-Fi, full English breakfasts and free parking.
The Royal Toby Hotel (2 Miles)*
With 2 quality restaurants, free on-site parking and free access to a local Fitness First gym, the warmest welcome awaits you at this hotel, where staff are friendly, courteous and efficient.
Village Hotel & Leisure Club Bury (2 Miles)*
Located just off the M66, Village Bury is linked to Manchester city centre via the Metrolink system. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, leisure facilities and modern rooms all under one roof. The Trafford Centre, Chill Factore and Bury Market are close by.
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Self Catering near Heywood
The Garden House (13 Miles)*
The Garden House is a new extension to a 16th century hall house. It is in the form of a studio apartment with a galleried bedroom over a living/kitchen area with shower room off.
Tyas Cottage (13 Miles)*
Tyas Cottage is a grade II listed 18th century cottage, situated in Merrydale, which is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, because of its flora and fauna. There is abundant bird life in the area, including kingfishers.
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