Hollinsclough

Hollinsclough

Hollinsclough is a small rural Staffordshire village that lies by the river Dove in the Peak District in the north of England. There is a methodist chapel, a primary school and a chapel hall yet the nearest shops or pubs are 2 miles away in neighbouring village Longnor. Historically, There was a silk weaving business in the 18th century in the village that transported the silk over to the mills in Macclesfield by packhorses. Today, Hollinsclough is a popular departure point for walkers and tourists visiting the surrounding countryside. The chapel hall serves teas during the summer and plays host to an active and friendly community life, including the monthly meetings of the local history group (History Live) and the local charity (Hollinsclough Action Group).

External links

* [http://hollinsclough.org.uk Hollinsclough Local History and General Information]
* [http://www.holag.plus.com Hollinsclough Action Group (Charity 1106152)]
* [http://www.buxtonmethodistcircuit.org.uk/holl.html Hollinsclough Methodist Chapel]
* [http://www.hollinsclough.staffs.sch.uk/ Hollinsclough CofE VA Primary School]


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