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It’s no lava-ing matter — ‘concrete volcano’ dumped in beauty spot

Rochdale Observer

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May 21, 2025

A 'CONCRETE VOLCANO' has appeared in a picturesque area of Newhey - leaving locals fuming.

- BY GEORGE LYTHGOE

It’s no lava-ing matter — ‘concrete volcano’ dumped in beauty spot

The village on the edge of the Rochdale borough is home to stunning views of the Pennines. But Coun Andy Kelly was left angered when a routine litter pick around the Piethorne Brook led to the discovery of the concrete monstrosity.

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