Brooksbottoms and Rowlands conservation area is comprised of two distinct but related parts.
Rowlands lies on the high ground to the east of the East Lancashire Railway line. This area exhibits a mix of architectural styles varying from 18th century vernacular to the 19th century neo-gothic. The area also includes some excellent groups of trees notably in the churchyard and some important public spaces.
Brooksbottoms lies on the River Irwell by the mouth of Gollinrod Gorge and in contrast reflects the harsher character of the industrial revolution. The area is very much dominated by the four storey former Hoyles Mill (now 'The Spinnings'), surrounded by small terraces of workers housing. The conservation area includes the railway viaduct and station which is very much a part of the character of the village and the Irwell Valley.
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