Hyndburn

Hyndburn is an administrative borough in Lancashire, England, situated between Blackburn and Burnley. The district is bordered by the Forest of Rossendale to the south and Ribble Valley to the north.

The borough was created in 1974 when six smaller local divisions were merged together. It takes its name from the River Hyndburn that flows through its territory.

The area retains strong ties to its industrial past through preserved cotton mills and engineering works that still shape the landscape. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal runs through the region and serves as a reminder of when waterways connected trade and communities.

The area sits conveniently between the towns of Blackburn and Burnley and is easy to reach by car or public transport. Visitors can explore a mix of built-up spaces and open countryside across the district.

A resident of the Stanhill area, James Hargreaves, invented the spinning jenny, which transformed textile production. This innovation in the 1760s became a turning point for the region's industrial development.

Location: Lancashire

Inception: 1974

Capital city: Accrington

Shares border with: Ribble Valley

Website: https://hyndburnbc.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.76800,-2.38200

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:28