Brinscall and Withnell Heritage Trail
Brinscall and Withnell are two adjacent villages in the Borough of Chorley, Lancashire, and the parish of Withnell, located approximately five miles Northeast of Chorley.
The villages were originally small farming communities, with a quarry nearby and linked by a waterway known as the Goit. In the 19th century, the thriving cotton industry arrived, along with associated industries, leading to an influx of workers and increasing the need for more housing, schools, churches, shops and pubs.
Brinscall is known for its traditional swimming pool, opened in 1911, and both villages are popular for their scenic beauty and walking routes. With the help of Chorley Council, residents and local historians have put together this fabulous heritage trail for the villages of Brinscall and Withnell which makes an ideal companion for a walk around the area, highlighting long forgotten landmarks and places of historic interest that helped shaped the villages you see today.
Released in 2026, this is hopefully just the first of many trails showcasing the villages around Chorley.
