Village · Saddleworth

Lees

A community village on the Oldham border

Lees is a modest but well-established village on the southern boundary of Saddleworth, merging with the urban area of Oldham to the west. It has a working community character with local shops, schools and a range of services, and acts as a practical base for those who want access to both the wider Saddleworth countryside and the facilities of the larger town.

Highlights

  • St John's Church — a prominent parish church serving the local community
  • A range of local shops, cafés and essential services
  • Community centre and local sports facilities
  • Good bus links to Oldham and the wider Saddleworth area

Walks nearby

  • Oldham Way long-distance footpath
  • Tame Valley riverside path eastward
  • Lane walks north into the Saddleworth countryside

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