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The East Lancashire Railway (heritage steam railway with services to Rawtenstall and Bury), the historic town centre, and a Greater Manchester town with excellent heritage rail connections
A little history
Heywood grew as a cotton textile town in the 19th century. The East Lancashire Railway — one of England's finest heritage railways — passes through the town on its route between Bury and Rawtenstall, giving Heywood a remarkable connection to steam railway heritage.
The East Lancashire Railway from Heywood is excellent — steam and diesel heritage trains through the Irwell Valley. The town centre for local shopping. Bury is nearby for the black pudding market and further food.
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The town has independent cafes and local food. The South Asian community supports good local restaurants. Bury and Rochdale nearby have excellent food.
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The East Lancashire Railway brings heritage tourism. Independent businesses serve the local community. Bury is the wider commercial hub.
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Heywood is a place in Greater Manchester known for the East Lancashire Railway (heritage steam railway with services to Rawtenstall and Bury), the historic town centre, and a Greater Manchester town with excellent heritage rail connections. Heywood grew as a cotton textile town in the 19th century. The population is around 30,000.
The town has independent cafes and local food. The South Asian community supports good local restaurants. Bury and Rochdale nearby have excellent food.
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