Recent content by Paul Iddon

Than Thank you 😊 Paul.

A 240-year-old village church will close its doors to worshippers when its priest leaves later this year (2025). Brindle St Joseph’s, in Hoghton, will continue until the summer but then parishioners will be advised to attend alternative churches such as St Bede’s. Clayton Green and St Chad’s...

Thank you so much Nanny :) much appreciated. Pau.

Yes, Denham Hill Quarry is still operating, with mineral extraction continuing as of early April 2025, according to Summerleaze. The quarry is owned by the council now. Cheers for watching. Paul.

Thank you, it just needed a train.... Paul.

Thank you. Paul.

Denham Hill Quarry, Chorley, Lancashire. Nice little area, popular with climbers (but of course there were none when I ws there). There is a small to medium size (free) car park though it doesn't feel the safest to leave the car there, and some little walks around the site, but be aware some...

Cheers Platty, it's one of those "iconic" ones round these parts. Paul.

Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed the views. Paul.

Thank you for such a lovely comment. Paul.

Thanks. The line is still in use - and there are a few trains stop there each day on the Northern Line service. Paul.

Dent station is England's highest mainline station, standing as it does at 1,150 feet above sea level and providing spectacular views of Dentdale. The station building is in private ownership and after considerable refurbishment undertaken in 2006 is available as a holiday cottage! Seen first...

Thank you so much Jim, I appreciate the watch and comment. Paul.

Thank you :) Paul.

The Devil’s Bridge on the River Lune is situated right on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and is considered to be one of the finest bridges in England of its date. There is some debate over the dating of Devil’s Bridge. It appears that all the records relating to the...