Overview

The Lancashire town of Burnley was once the cotton-weaving capital of the world. The Straight Mile that carries the Leeds and Liverpool Canal 60 feet above the town is regarded as one of the seven wonders of the British waterways system. The area adjacent to the canal, which is today known as The Weavers’ Triangle, hints at the town’s industrial past but, as this book reveals, there is much more history to discover when we delve beneath the surface. Author Margaret Brecknell takes readers on a fascinating exploration of the hidden heritage of Burnley and the neighbouring towns of Nelson and Colne. The countryside around Burnley is dominated by Pendle Hill, which has given its name to the surrounding area. The Pendle Witches, who were convicted and hanged for witchcraft in 1612, are known throughout the world, but what was the background to these extraordinary events? Less well known is the story of George Fox, whose vision on top of Pendle Hill in 1652 led to the foundation of the Quaker movement. From more recent times, discover the tragic story of Wallace Hartley, the bandleader on RMS Titanic whose memorial is in his home town of Colne; how Nelson came to be known as ‘Little Moscow’; and the two years in the 1940s when Burnley was Britain’s theatre capital. Illustrated throughout, Secret Burnley & Pendle will surprise and delight local people and anyone with connections to the area.

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'The stories of Burnley and Pendle’s history, stretching from the famous Pendle Witch Trials to the area's industrial legacy, have been detailed in a new book.' -- Lancashire Telegraph, October 2024 'Unlocking the Secrets of Burnley and Pendle’s Past.' -- Northern Life Magazine, October/ November 2024

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Margaret Brecknell is a freelance writer with a passion for history and sport. After graduating from Manchester University with an Honours Degree in Latin, she worked at a stockbroking firm for many years. Now focusing on writing, her articles have been published in a wide range of different magazines including History Scotland, Best of British, Evergreen and Catworld.

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