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What can guests do with the wines in the honesty wine rack?
What should guests be mindful of when staying at Pots & Pans Cottage?
What should guests know about the parking situation at Pots & Pans Cottage?
What should guests do to support the local community when staying at Pots & Pans Cottage?
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What is the history of Saddleworth?
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What is the Huddersfield Narrow Canal, and what can visitors do there?
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What are some of the villages that make up Saddleworth?
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What is the significance of Yorkshire Day in Saddleworth?
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What is the purpose of the honesty wine rack at Pots & Pans Cottage?
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What should guests be mindful of when staying at Pots & Pans Cottage?
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What is the name of the closest taxi company to Pots & Pans Cottage?
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What is the significance of the White Rose of Yorkshire in Uppermill?
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What is the meaning of the name Saddleworth?
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What is the Huddersfield Narrow Canal and where does it run?
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What is the significance of the Rush Cart festival in Saddleworth?
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What is the purpose of the Co-op next to the Hare and Hounds in Uppermill?
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What is the nearest big shop to Uppermill?
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What is the name of the closest taxi company to Uppermill?
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What is the name of the canal-side Cafe in Uppermill?
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What is the annual celebration that takes place in Uppermill on August 1st every year?
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What is the name of the river along which hundreds of water-powered textile mills were established in Saddleworth?
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What was Saddleworth before the 18th Century?
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What is the name of the world-famous band contest that takes place in Saddleworth?
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Study Notes
Guest Information for Pots & Pans Cottage
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The cottage provides information on local walks, eating, drinking, and shopping.
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The honesty wine rack contains red, white, rose, and sparkling wines, which guests can help themselves to and replace before leaving.
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The wines were purchased from a local wine shop, Saddleworth Wine Vault, and the money collected from the honesty wine rack is donated to the Oldham Mountain Rescue Team.
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There is only one designated parking spot for the cottage, and guests should avoid parking in the wrong space to avoid upsetting neighbors.
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Pots & Pans Cottage is an old building with some peculiarities, and guests should be mindful of keeping noise levels low and recycling properly.
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The area around the cottage is rural with limited lighting, and guests should take care when walking around at night.
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Shaws courtyard contains some of the oldest buildings in the hamlet, built in the mid-18th century as weavers' cottages.
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Uppermill village is a ten-minute walk from the cottage and has many excellent pubs, restaurants, cafes, and local shops.
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Guests are encouraged to shop locally and support small independent businesses.
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The Co-op next door to the Hare and Hounds is open from 7 am to 11 pm, and there is a Tesco's in the next village, Greenfield, for bigger shops.
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Greenfield Railway station is 20 minutes away and has hourly trains to Manchester and Yorkshire.
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County Cars are the closest taxi company, and parking in Uppermill is limited, with time-limited free car parks available.Discovering Saddleworth: Villages, Canals, and History
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Saddleworth is a collection of thirteen villages located in the Pennine hills between Lancashire and Yorkshire, mentioned in the Doomsday book.
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The area has evidence of Roman and Viking remains, and the River Tame and its tributaries define Saddleworth geographically.
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The villages in the valleys include Denshaw, Delph, Dobcross, Diggle, Uppermill, and Greenfield, while Scouthead, Austerlands, Friezland, Grasscroft, Lydgate, Grotton, and Springhead are in the more populated western part of the parish.
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Saddleworth was once part of the old West Riding of Yorkshire, before becoming part of Greater Manchester in 1974 under Oldham Metropolitan Council.
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Many buildings in Uppermill still proudly display the White Rose of Yorkshire, and Yorkshire Day is celebrated annually on August 1st.
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The name Saddleworth is derived from three Anglo-Saxon words: Shaw-dale-worth, meaning a flat area at the bottom of a hill, a valley, and work, respectively.
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Before the 18th century, Saddleworth was a poor pastoral community with small-scale weaving in all the villages due to unsuitable farming soil.
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During the industrial revolution, hundreds of water-powered textile mills were established along the River Tame, and some are still standing.
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Saddleworth has retained many traditions and festivals dating back centuries, such as the Whit Friday band contest and the Rush Cart festival.
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Visitors to Saddleworth can explore the Huddersfield Narrow Canal, which runs from Uppermill to the Standedge Tunnel in Diggle, with stops at Grandpa Greens canal-side ice cream shop and The Lime Kiln canal-side cafe in Uppermill.
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In the summer, a canal barge runs regular trips along the canal.
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Further details about Saddleworth's festivals and traditions can be found on their website.
About Uppermill and Saddleworth
About Uppermill:
- Uppermill village has many pubs, restaurants, cafes, and local shops.
- Uppermill is blessed with a range of locally-owned shops.
- The Co-op, next door to the Hare and Hounds, is open from 7 am to 11 pm and is handy.
- Tesco's in Greenfield is the nearest big shop.
- The nearest petrol station is Lees Village Service Station.
- Greenfield Railway station has hourly trains to Manchester and Yorkshire.
- County Cars are the closest taxi company.
- Parking in Uppermill is limited, and traffic wardens are strict.
- Short term parking is available at the Hare and Hounds.
- There are also time-limited free car parks across the road from the Co-op and at the museum.
- The Lime Kiln is an excellent canal-side Cafe in Uppermill.
- A canal barge runs regular trips along the canal.
About Saddleworth:
- Saddleworth is a collection of thirteen villages in the Pennine hills in between Lancashire and Yorkshire.
- Evidence suggests that Saddleworth was in existence much earlier, with Roman and Viking remains found in the area.
- Saddleworth was once a part of the old West Riding of Yorkshire.
- Many Saddleworthians still dispute the boundary changes, nearly 50 years later.
- The annual celebration of Yorkshire day is carried out in Uppermill on August 1st every year.
- Before the 18th Century, Saddleworth was a poor pastoral community.
- Saddleworth was to grow in importance during the industrial revolution as hundreds of water-powered textile mills were established along the River Tame.
- Saddleworth has managed to retain many of the traditions and festivals dating back centuries, such as the world-famous Whit Friday band contest and the Rush Cart festival.
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Test your knowledge of the beautiful Saddleworth region with our quiz, "Discovering Saddleworth: Villages, Canals, and History." From Roman and Viking remains to the industrial revolution and present-day traditions, this quiz will challenge your understanding of the area's rich history. Learn about the thirteen villages that make up Saddleworth and their unique characteristics, as well as the beautiful canals and landmarks to explore. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this quiz is a fun way
