What former mill town in Lancashire was Gorton Barlow born in?
Dick Barlow Richard ("Dick") Gorton Barlow (28 May 1851 in Barrow Bridge, Bolton, Lancashire, England – 31 July 1919 in Stanley Park, Blackpool, Lancashire, England) was a cricketer who played for Lancashire and England. Barlow will be best remembered for his batting partnership with A N Hornby, which was immortalised in nostalgic poetry by Francis Thompson. He was also an umpire and a football referee, including at the record 26–0 score between Preston North End and Hyde in the FA Cup.
Oldham Brewery Oldham Brewery Ltd was an English brewery based in Oldham Lancashire. It was founded in 1868.