Great Harwood, St Bartholomew's Church 1897
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Great Harwood has always been an isolated community. It has been bypassed by all major routes, whether road, rail or canal, and is situated in a most beautiful spot. The earliest mention of the chapel of Great Harwood is in a deed of 1335. The church nestles halfway up the hill, surrounded by trees, and facing outwards to the town. It was built as a Chapel of Ease to Blackburn. The tower dates from the 15th century and the nave from the 16th century; the church remained unaltered until 1881, when it was decided to lengthen it and build a new chancel. At some point, the dedication was changed from St Lawrence to St Bartholomew; the original dedication is commemorated in St Lawrence Street. One famous son of Great Harwood, John Mercer, is buried in the churchyard.
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