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The weaving shed heritage (Nelson was the weaving capital of Lancashire), the multicultural community, Pendle Hill, and an East Lancashire town of strong textile and community heritage
A little history
Nelson was built almost entirely to serve the cotton weaving industry — the town grew explosively in the 19th century around its weaving sheds. Today it has one of Lancashire's most diverse South Asian communities, many descendants of workers who came to staff the mills in the 20th century. Pendle Hill is visible from the town.
Pendle Hill is walkable from Nelson — the summit views are outstanding. The town's South Asian food scene is excellent. The weaving heritage is marked throughout. The market for local produce.
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Nelson has excellent South Asian food — one of Lancashire's finest. Independent restaurants and cafes of outstanding quality. The diverse community supports exceptional food.
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Nelson serves the local Pendle community. The South Asian food scene is economically significant. Independent businesses serve the diverse community.
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Nelson is a place in Lancashire known for the weaving shed heritage (Nelson was the weaving capital of Lancashire), the multicultural community, Pendle Hill, and an East Lancashire town of strong textile and community heritage. Nelson was built almost entirely to serve the cotton weaving industry — the town grew explosively in the 19th century around its weaving sheds. The population is around 30,000.
Nelson has excellent South Asian food — one of Lancashire's finest. Independent restaurants and cafes of outstanding quality. The diverse community supports exceptional food.
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