Packhorses were used to transport goods in the period up until the coming of the first turnpike roads and canals in the 18th century. In this area of the Pennines they carried wool to the hand-weaver, and then the finished pieces to market. This…
The over flow from Rochdale Canal in to the river. It is situated just past Whiteley arches (garage and railway bridge) some 20/30 yards going towards Todmorden. This shows the walk way over the over flow. There is a similar one further on towards…