Rawtenstall Collection

Lomas Lane, Rawtenstall, Lancashire
Lomas Lane, Rawtenstall, Rossendale, Lancashire, England. Date: 1900s

Grocery shop and cyclist in Rawtenstall, early 1900s

Haresholme Mill, Rawtenstall, early 1900s

Hareholme Mill, Rawtenstall

Queen Victoria Diamond Jubiliee, Longholme School Gates Rawtenstall

Queen Victoria's Jubilee (1897) in Rawtenstall, Victorian period

Boxing cinema advertisement, Rawtenstall, 1940s

A tram in Rawtenstall, early 1900s

Rawtenstall Burnley Road early 1900s

Rawtenstall - opening of electric tramway 1909

Tram on Bank Street, Rawtenstall in 1909

Bank Street Rawtenstall Edwardian period

Rawtenstall Bank Street early 1900s

A Spinning Mill, Rossendale, early 1900s

Rawtenstall bus and tram depot, possibly 1920s. Date: circa 1920s

Laying tram tracks at Reedsholme, Rawtenstall, early 1900s. Date: early 1900s

Rawtenstall Corporation tram, early 1900s. Date: early 1900s

Rawtenstall Corporation Fire Brigade, Victorian period. Date: late 19th century

Motor bus in Rawtenstall, early 1900s. Date: early 1900s

Visit of King George V, Rawtenstall, 1913. Date: 1913

Captain's Fold, Rawtenstall, Victorian period. Date: late 19th century

Ben Barnes steam wagon, Rawtenstall, early 1900s. Date: early 1900s

Bank Street, Rawtenstall, 1920/30s. Date: circa 1920s / 1930s

Bank Street, Rawtenstall, early 1900s. Date: early 1900s

The Election at Rossendale, Lancashire (litho)
1614629 The Election at Rossendale, Lancashire (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Election at Rossendale, Lancashire)

Public arms: Leicester; Leamington; Rawtenstall; Southend-on-Sea (engraving)
6008959 Public arms: Leicester; Leamington; Rawtenstall; Southend-on-Sea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rossendale BB4 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Rossendale BB4 6

Union Workhouse, Haslingden, Lancashire
The Haslingden Union workhouse at Higher Pikelaw, between Haslingden and Rawtenstall, Lancashire. The original workhouse buildings are at the far left

Tanpits, Rawtenstall, Lancashire
Tanpits, Rawtenstall, Rossendale, Lancashire, England. Date: 1900s

Local Resident, Rawtenstall, Lancashire
Local Resident, Rawtenstall, Rossendale, near Haslingden, Lancashire, England. Date: 1906

Gordon Works Float, Rawtenstall, Lancashire
Gordon Works Float with girls dressed as Early Victorians, Rawtenstall, Rossendale, Lancashire, England. Showing a rare example of Watershot Stonework Date: 1900s

Peel Street, Clough Fold, Lancashire
Peel Street, Clough Fold, Rossendale, near Rawtenstall, Lancashire, England. Date: 1914

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"Exploring the Rich History of Rawtenstall: From Lomas Lane to Bank Street" Rawtenstall, a charming town located in Lancashire, holds a treasure trove of historical gems that transport us back to the early 1900s. One such gem is Lomas Lane, which has witnessed the transformation over the years. In those bygone days, Rawtenstall boasted a bustling grocery shop where locals would gather to purchase their daily essentials. The sight of cyclists pedaling through its streets was a common occurrence, adding vibrancy and energy to this quaint town. Haresholme Mill stands as an enduring symbol of Rawtenstall's industrial heritage. Its towering presence served as a testament to the hardworking spirit that defined this community during that era. Hareholme Mill also played its part in shaping Rawtenstall's history and economy. The Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee brought immense joy and celebration to Longholme School in Rawtenstall. Students proudly commemorated this momentous occasion with festivities fit for royalty – paying homage to their beloved queen who had reigned for six decades. Rawtenstall truly embraced Queen Victoria's Jubilee in 1897, with residents coming together in unity and pride. The jubilant atmosphere filled every corner of this town as people rejoiced and expressed their unwavering loyalty towards their monarch. Even amidst challenging times like World War II, entertainment found its way into Rawtenstall through boxing cinema advertisements. These captivating displays provided solace from the hardships faced by locals during those tumultuous years. A glimpse into the past reveals an enchanting scene - trams gracefully gliding along Bank Street in early 1900s Rawtenstall. This electric tramway system revolutionized transportation within the town and connected communities like never before. Rawtenstall Burnley Road paints another vivid picture of the town's history.