Uppermill

Uppermill is a village in the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham, in Greater Manchester, England. It forms the principal settlement of the historic parish of Saddleworth and lies in the eastern portion of the borough, near the boundary with West Yorkshire. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, Uppermill became part of Greater Manchester in 1974.

Geography and layout: The village sits in the valley of the River Tame, at the edge of the Pennines, and along the Huddersfield Narrow Canal which runs through the Saddleworth area. The built environment features stone terraced houses and former mills clustered around the main square.

History and economy: Uppermill developed during the Industrial Revolution as a centre for textile milling. The mills and associated workers' housing reflect the era's industrial heritage. Today, many mills have been converted to residential use or light commercial use. The Saddleworth Museum and Art Gallery, located in Uppermill, preserves local history and culture.

Facilities and culture: The village offers shops, pubs, and eateries around its central square. The surrounding moorland and canal towpath attract walkers and cyclists. Uppermill is part of the Saddleworth parish for local governance and is represented in Parliament within the Oldham East and Saddleworth constituency.

Transport: The area is connected by the A62 road and regular bus services to surrounding towns. The Huddersfield Narrow Canal towpath runs through Uppermill, and the nearest railway stations are Greenfield and Mossley on the Manchester–Huddersfield Line.