Goodshaw & Cribden

Goodshaw & Cribden is a ward in the Rossendale borough, characterised by its elevated moorland terrain and scattered settlements. The area includes the communities around Goodshaw Chapel and stretches towards the open slopes of Cribden Hill. Land use is primarily residential, with traditional stone-built terraced housing and more modern developments situated along the winding roads that navigate the landscape.

The topography defines the area, with expansive views across the Rossendale Valley from its higher ground. A local landmark is the Goodshaw Baptist Chapel, a historic Grade II listed building dating from the 1760s. The ward's environment is a mix of farmland, pockets of woodland, and access to the open moorland, providing a distinct rural character within the larger borough.