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Uppermill

The vibrant heart of Saddleworth

Uppermill is the principal village of Saddleworth and its unofficial capital, sitting alongside the Huddersfield Narrow Canal. It is home to the Saddleworth Museum & Art Gallery, a thriving high street of independent shops, cafés and pubs, and is the venue for many of the area's biggest events including the renowned Saddleworth Show.

Highlights

  • Saddleworth Museum & Art Gallery — local history and art exhibitions
  • Huddersfield Narrow Canal — towpath walks and narrowboat trips
  • The Granby pub — traditional village inn at the heart of Uppermill
  • Independent boutiques, delis and cafés lining the main street
  • Saddleworth Show — the largest annual agricultural show in the area

Walks nearby

  • Canal towpath south to Wool Road or north to Diggle
  • Pots & Pans war memorial on the ridge above the village
  • Saddleworth Moor via Buckstones Road

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