Rake Foot Lancashire Map

About Rake Foot

The rolling hills of Lancashire embrace Rake Foot, a hamlet that retains a strong sense of its rural past. It lies 2.3 km north of Rawtenstall (from Rawtenstall: bearing 359°T, OS grid SD 810 250). Historically, the landscape around Rake Foot was shaped by agriculture and the textile industry, with remnants of old farmsteads and mill buildings still visible. The area benefits from its proximity to the West Pennine Moors, offering residents and visitors access to extensive walking and cycling routes. Rake Foot itself is a quiet residential community, characterized by a scattering of houses and farms that blend into the verdant surroundings. While Rake Foot doesn't boast grand historical monuments, its charm lies in its peaceful setting and the enduring connection to the natural beauty of Rossendale.

About This Rake Foot Map Page

Explore Rake Foot, Lancashire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 53.721339, -2.288331. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.