Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Wardle within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Wardle, eccl. dist., Rochdale par., SE. Lancashire, on NE. side of Kochdale, pop. 2206; P.O. See Wuerdle with Wardle.