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29mph gusts on the hilltops over Langho was always going to test the little Mini 3 pro drone! But I thought... why not do it anyway!

The Tin Man Sculpture stands as a remarkable testament to creativity and artistry within the quaint village of Langho, Blackburn. This enchanting piece, inspired by the beloved character from 'The Wizard of Oz,' embodies a delightful blend of whimsy and craftsmanship. Visitors are drawn to the sculpture not only for its aesthetic appeal but also for the profound storytelling it encapsulates, reflecting themes of courage, heart, and humanity. The surrounding area offers a picturesque backdrop, perfect for leisurely strolls and photography.

Whether you are an art aficionado or simply seeking a charming spot to unwind, the Tin Man Sculpture promises a memorable visit filled with wonder and inspiration.


 

St. Peter’s Church in Inskip, Lancashire, was built in 1848, financed by the Earl of Derby and William Hornby. It’s a Grade II listed building. The original church was built with squared rock-faced limestone and a slate roof, with sandstone dressings. A chancel and tower were added in 1925 by Austin and Paley.

The church’s structure includes a nave, lower chancel, south porch, and a north transept with a tower to its west. Architectural features include buttresses with offsets, lancet windows with angle shafts, a wheel window, and a bellcote with a trefoiled opening and a cross finial. The tower is three stages high with diagonal buttresses and a spire that has gablets and lancet openings.

St Peter’s Church has been a central part of the Inskip community since its founding. he churchyard cemetery holds numerous upright markers and a wall surrounds it. A tall cross marker in the churchyard bears an inscription commemorating the local men who lost their lives in World War I.

The area surrounding Inskip also has other historical significance, including a military radio communications center developed on the former RNAS Inskip airfield, known as “HMS Nightjar” during World War I and World War II.




Paul.
 
Waddow Weir

Waddow Weir is a historic structure on the River Ribble, located near Waddow Hall in Waddington, Clitheroe. It was originally built to divert water to a mill race that powered a cotton mill in Low Moor, Clitheroe. The mill, once a major employer, relied on this water source until its closure around 1930.

Low Moor cotton mill, which was owned by the Garnett family, who were also the owners of Waddow Hall. The mill was a significant part of the local industry in Clitheroe.

Today, Waddow Hall is a training and activity center, and the weir is a popular visitor attraction with footpaths nearby. An existing salmon ladder is installed, but there are plans to potentially add a fish pass to improve fish migration in the River Ribble.

The weir is located on the River Ribble, between Edisford Bridge and Brungerley Bridge, near Waddow Hall. The surrounding area is described as Undulating Lowland Farmland with Wooded Brooks and Valley Floodplain, according to the Forest of Bowland Landscape Character assessment.




Some additional history:

In 1777, local girl, Jane Briggs of Pendleton, married Thomas Weddell of Waddow Hall. Thomas was many years her senior and disliked the solitude of life alone. Thomas had previously written to his cousin at Newby Hall, Ripon, in North Yorkshire,to ask if he could purchase Waddow from him, due to his impending marriage. After the purchase he more than doubled the size of Waddow by adding the Georgian frontage we see today.

Just after completion in 1785, Thomas unfortunately died, leaving the whole estate to Jane, for her lifetime. Unfortunately too, for Jane, she also inherited a large debt. Unperturbed, she set about running the estate which she managed to do for her whole life. She remarried in 1793 and became Jane Clarke.

By 1812, she was again a widow, but this time she moved out of Waddow into nearby Brungerley cottages, so that she could lease the Hall.

During this time the Garnett family, mill owners at Low Moor, were renting the rights to the weir on the Ribble, to protect their cotton manufacturing business. In 1831 Jeremiah Garnett also leased the Hall, where his son resided for a short time. The indenture for this transaction hangs in the Hall. It Is signed by both Jane Clarke and Jeremiah Garnett, thus proving this remarkable woman was still managing the estate almost 50 years after the death of her first husband, Thomas.

Not long after her death the newly married James Garnett, moved into Waddow Hall where he raised his 10 children and lived there very happily until his death, in 1912.
 

Bilbo said:
Waddow Weir

Waddow Weir is a historic structure on the River Ribble, located near Waddow Hall in Waddington, Clitheroe. It was originally built to divert water to a mill race that powered a cotton mill in Low Moor, Clitheroe. The mill, once a major employer, relied on this water source until its closure around 1930.

Low Moor cotton mill, which was owned by the Garnett family, who were also the owners of Waddow Hall. The mill was a significant part of the local industry in Clitheroe.

Today, Waddow Hall is a training and activity center, and the weir is a popular visitor attraction with footpaths nearby. An existing salmon ladder is installed, but there are plans to potentially add a fish pass to improve fish migration in the River Ribble.

The weir is located on the River Ribble, between Edisford Bridge and Brungerley Bridge, near Waddow Hall. The surrounding area is described as Undulating Lowland Farmland with Wooded Brooks and Valley Floodplain, according to the Forest of Bowland Landscape Character assessment.




Some additional history:

In 1777, local girl, Jane Briggs of Pendleton, married Thomas Weddell of Waddow Hall. Thomas was many years her senior and disliked the solitude of life alone. Thomas had previously written to his cousin at Newby Hall, Ripon, in North Yorkshire,to ask if he could purchase Waddow from him, due to his impending marriage. After the purchase he more than doubled the size of Waddow by adding the Georgian frontage we see today.

Just after completion in 1785, Thomas unfortunately died, leaving the whole estate to Jane, for her lifetime. Unfortunately too, for Jane, she also inherited a large debt. Unperturbed, she set about running the estate which she managed to do for her whole life. She remarried in 1793 and became Jane Clarke.

By 1812, she was again a widow, but this time she moved out of Waddow into nearby Brungerley cottages, so that she could lease the Hall.

During this time the Garnett family, mill owners at Low Moor, were renting the rights to the weir on the Ribble, to protect their cotton manufacturing business. In 1831 Jeremiah Garnett also leased the Hall, where his son resided for a short time. The indenture for this transaction hangs in the Hall. It Is signed by both Jane Clarke and Jeremiah Garnett, thus proving this remarkable woman was still managing the estate almost 50 years after the death of her first husband, Thomas.

Not long after her death the newly married James Garnett, moved into Waddow Hall where he raised his 10 children and lived there very happily until his death, in 1912.
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I was running last weekend in Gisburn Forest Clitheroe.

I’d never been around there before. What a truly beautiful part of the UK and almost like a lowland version of the Yorkshire Dales.

I can see why it’s expensive to live around there !
 
COYBL25 said:
I was running last weekend in Gisburn Forest Clitheroe.

I’d never been around there before. What a truly beautiful part of the UK and almost like a lowland version of the Yorkshire Dales.

I can see why it’s expensive to live around there !
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Theres some wonderful country roads - they're a pleasure to drive through (I'm too old to run!)

Paul.
 
Bilbo said:
Waddow Weir

Waddow Weir is a historic structure on the River Ribble, located near Waddow Hall in Waddington, Clitheroe. It was originally built to divert water to a mill race that powered a cotton mill in Low Moor, Clitheroe. The mill, once a major employer, relied on this water source until its closure around 1930.

Low Moor cotton mill, which was owned by the Garnett family, who were also the owners of Waddow Hall. The mill was a significant part of the local industry in Clitheroe.

Today, Waddow Hall is a training and activity center, and the weir is a popular visitor attraction with footpaths nearby. An existing salmon ladder is installed, but there are plans to potentially add a fish pass to improve fish migration in the River Ribble.

The weir is located on the River Ribble, between Edisford Bridge and Brungerley Bridge, near Waddow Hall. The surrounding area is described as Undulating Lowland Farmland with Wooded Brooks and Valley Floodplain, according to the Forest of Bowland Landscape Character assessment.




Some additional history:

In 1777, local girl, Jane Briggs of Pendleton, married Thomas Weddell of Waddow Hall. Thomas was many years her senior and disliked the solitude of life alone. Thomas had previously written to his cousin at Newby Hall, Ripon, in North Yorkshire,to ask if he could purchase Waddow from him, due to his impending marriage. After the purchase he more than doubled the size of Waddow by adding the Georgian frontage we see today.

Just after completion in 1785, Thomas unfortunately died, leaving the whole estate to Jane, for her lifetime. Unfortunately too, for Jane, she also inherited a large debt. Unperturbed, she set about running the estate which she managed to do for her whole life. She remarried in 1793 and became Jane Clarke.

By 1812, she was again a widow, but this time she moved out of Waddow into nearby Brungerley cottages, so that she could lease the Hall.

During this time the Garnett family, mill owners at Low Moor, were renting the rights to the weir on the Ribble, to protect their cotton manufacturing business. In 1831 Jeremiah Garnett also leased the Hall, where his son resided for a short time. The indenture for this transaction hangs in the Hall. It Is signed by both Jane Clarke and Jeremiah Garnett, thus proving this remarkable woman was still managing the estate almost 50 years after the death of her first husband, Thomas.

Not long after her death the newly married James Garnett, moved into Waddow Hall where he raised his 10 children and lived there very happily until his death, in 1912.
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Waddow Hall was owned by the Guide Association for decades who decided to sell it a couple of years ago to help balance their books.

Luckily, rather than it being turned into another "country house venue" type place, the Friends of Waddow Hall have teamed up with a major charity who'll be putting some much needed capital into it.

Cracking countryside round there.
 

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