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About Blackrod

Blackrod is a former mining village between Bolton and Wigan, easily reached from M61 Junction 6. The A6 runs through its centre, connecting the major towns, whilst local routes serve nearby Horwich and Adlington. The area has over 200 EV charging points. The 12th-century parish church houses a remarkable medieval wooden knight effigy carved from solid oak.

Where is Blackrod on the map?

Blackrod is in England, at 53.592, -2.580 - about 18 km south of Higher Copthurst.

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22 chargers

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Nine holes from pub to pub through the real streets of Blackrod. Every cup is a bar somebody actually drinks in.

Pub Crawl Golf: Blackrod9 holes, one ball

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What is the closest airport to Blackrod?

The closest airport to Blackrod is Manchester Airport, 43 km (about 35 min by car). Other airports nearby: Liverpool John Lennon Airport.

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