Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Shawforth within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Shawforth, vil. with ry. sta., Rochdale par., Lancashire, 2 miles S. of Bacup and 4?? miles N. of Rochdale; P.O.; has cotton mills.