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2024-03-29T09:32:24+00:00text/html2017-05-06T11:07:25+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.748760 -2.714042SD5328 : Penwortham Bridge
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A closer look at the bridge described in [[5378581]]. Of particular note are the different types of stone used in the various elements of construction; also the unusual protruding blocks on the piers.text/html2017-05-06T11:00:14+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.748760 -2.714042SD5328 : Penwortham Bridge
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This road bridge over the River Ribble was constructed in 1759. It consists of five main segmental arches, plus another on the far bank which carries the approach road from Preston at an angle to the main structure. The lamps standards are fairly recent additions, although a single gas lamp standard did stand for many years at the centre of the bridge. The bridge is now restricted to pedestrian traffic.text/html2017-05-02T08:31:24+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.594580 -2.295036SD8010 : Disused buildings, Tithebarn Street, Bury
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This small group of buildings on Tithebarn Street appear to be former townhouses, probably dating to the early 19th century. Later converted to offices, they are now disused. The ivy-covered building is owned by the council while those to the right were recently occupied by a homeless charity.text/html2017-05-02T08:22:16+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.594763 -2.293829SD8010 : Victorian retail block, The Rock, Bury
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Still in evidence on The Rock is this large block of late 19th century retail property, with much of the first and second storey frontages in near-original condition. At ground floor level, the tenants are mainly low-rent businesses (charity shops, betting shops etc.) or empty. I looked for an inscribed name or date for the block, but couldn't see one.text/html2017-05-01T18:17:20+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.594944 -2.293377SD8010 : Wilko store, The Rock, Bury
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Detail showing part of the Wilko store on The Rock in Bury. This store opened under the Wilkinson name circa 1990. The 'Wilko' branding dates from around 2012. Note also the pair of British Telecom telephone boxes, one featuring a full side advert for Burger King. Despite accepting both coins and cards, I suspect that the boxes are rarely used nowadays with the widespread ownership of mobile phones.text/html2017-05-01T18:10:51+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.594943 -2.293528SD8010 : Wilko store, The Rock, Bury
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Frontage of the Wilko store on The Rock in Bury. This store was opened under the Wilkinson name circa 1990.text/html2017-05-01T18:03:23+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.594943 -2.293679SD8010 : Residential and retail in Bury town centre
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The view looks towards The Rock retail, leisure and residential complex from behind the original Rock shopping street. Three main periods of development are in evidence. To the right can be seen the back of a late 19th century block. In the left foreground is the side elevation of the Wilko store, opened as Wilkinson circa 1990. Forming the skyline beyond are some of the residential apartments built circa 2010 as part of The Rock complex.text/html2017-05-01T17:54:37+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.594764 -2.293225SD8010 : Residential apartments, The Rock, Bury
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The 2010 development of The Rock retail and leisure complex included 400 residential apartments, designed to 'improve the vitality and viability' of Bury town centre. This is the view from the original Rock (Bury's traditional main shopping street), now pedestrianised, looking towards the main apartment block; note a branch of Barclays Bank incorporated at ground floor level. The single-storey triangular building in front is a cafe bar. To the right is the pedestrian Central Street, leading to the centre of the new Rock complex. To the extreme left are a vestige of the original Victorian retail frontages.text/html2017-05-01T17:42:32+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.594495 -2.292921SD8010 : The Rock retail and leisure complex, Bury
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Developed in 2010, The Rock describes itself as "a vibrant retail and leisure scheme offering a shopping, dining and leisure experience all within one complex". This view shows the pedestrian approach from the traditional town centre, with the Vue cinema and flagship JD sports store prominent; Central Street is to the left.text/html2017-04-29T22:42:34+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.492375 -2.624114SJ5899 : Spectators, Edge Green Street, Ashton Town FC
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A couple of spectators enjoy the game, separated from the pitch by the 'permanent fixed barrier', required at this level of non-league football. Edge Green Street has been the home of Ashton Town FC since 1964. The club were founder members of the North West Counties Football League in 1982, remaining there until relegated from Division 1 at the end of the 2016-17 season. This photograph was taken on the last day of their relegation season, when they entertained Carlisle City and registered a 3-2 win, only their fifth of the season.text/html2017-04-29T22:34:29+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.492196 -2.623810SJ5899 : Goalmouth action at Edge Green Street, Ashton Town FC
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Edge Green Street has been the home of Ashton Town FC since 1964. The club were founder members of the North West Counties Football League in 1982, remaining there until relegated from Division 1 at the end of the 2016-17 season. This photograph was taken on the last day of their relegation season, when they entertained Carlisle City and registered a 3-2 win, only their fifth of the season. Here, Ashton Town (in red) are about to score their second goal from a corner kick. Note one of the ground's floodlights in clear view, also a smattering of the 39 people who attended the match.text/html2017-04-29T22:29:42+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.492285 -2.624112SJ5899 : Almost 3 o'clock at Edge Green Street, Ashton Town FC
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Edge Green Street has been the home of Ashton Town FC since 1964. The club were founder members of the North West Counties Football League in 1982, remaining there until relegated from Division 1 at the end of the 2016-17 season. This photograph was taken on the last day of their relegation season, when they entertained Carlisle City and registered a 3-2 win, only their fifth of the season. The two teams head onto the field of play, Carlisle in pale blue, Ashton in red and white checks.text/html2017-04-29T22:25:06+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.492374 -2.624264SJ5899 : Changing rooms, Edge Green Street, Ashton Town FC
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The changing room block at the ground was built in 1975. Edge Green Street has been the home of Ashton Town since 1964. The club were founder members of the North West Counties Football League in 1982, remaining there until relegated from Division 1 at the end of the 2016-17 season. This photograph was taken on the last day of their relegation season, when they entertained Carlisle City and registered a 3-2 win, only their fifth of the season.text/html2017-04-29T22:21:10+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.492014 -2.624259SJ5899 : General view, Edge Green Street, Ashton Town FC
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This general view of the ground looks towards the clubhouse (left), car park (centre) and spectator cover (right). Five of the eight floodlights are also to be seen - these are a requirement for clubs playing at Step 6 of the non-league pyramid. Edge Green Street has been the home of Ashton Town since 1964. The club were founder members of the North West Counties Football League in 1982, remaining there until relegated from Division 1 at the end of the 2016-17 season. This photograph was taken on the last day of their relegation season, when they entertained Carlisle City and registered a 3-2 win, only their fifth of the season.text/html2017-04-29T22:16:39+00:00https://www.geograph.ie/profile/71057Nick Harling53.491566 -2.624102SJ5899 : Side gate, Edge Green Street, Ashton Town FC
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Beside the main stand along the south edge of the ground is this small gate. It leads onto a public footpath and is presumably intended to allow egress for the collection of stray balls, rather than the ingress of non-paying spectators. Edge Green Street has been the home of Ashton Town since 1964. The club were founder members of the North West Counties Football League in 1982, remaining there until relegated from Division 1 at the end of the 2016-17 season. This photograph was taken on the last day of their relegation season, when they entertained Carlisle City and registered a 3-2 win, only their fifth of the season.