Bancroft Mill Engine 2025
Lancashire
The centre with tearooms is an Edwardian themed charm on the banks of the River Spodden, surrounded by a stunning and scenic natural setting all sited in the nature reserve, which is rich in industrial archaeology with spectacular waterfalls which once powered ancient corn, wool and cotton mills. A disused 1800s railway line is now a nature trail with magnificent views from a 100ft high viaduct.
Address: 121 Dell Road Rochdale Lancashire OL12 6BG
Thu-Sun & BHol Mon 1000-1600. (Closed 25-26 Dec.) Visit website or facebook for more details and advance booking.
The centre offers visitors a unique experience with its Victorian themed tearooms with English cream teas served in vintage bone china. And offers a permanent exhibition featuring a pictorial history of the Dell. There is a Fairy Grotto where children can meet the Healey Dell Fairy Godmother and so much more.