Castle Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire

England

Castle Hill

Centre Vale Park Bandstand With security fencing — Centre Vale Park Bandstand Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Castle Hill, located in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, is an iconic landmark that dominates the skyline of the town and is a significant part of the region's history. Standing at a height of 298 meters (978 feet), Castle Hill is a prominent hill that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Believed to have been occupied since the late Bronze Age, Castle Hill has witnessed a long and varied history. The most notable feature of the hill is the Grade II listed Victoria Tower, built in 1899 to commemorate Queen Victoria's diamond jubilee. This tower stands proudly at the summit and can be seen from miles around.

The hill itself is composed of millstone grit, which gives it a rugged and distinctive appearance. The terrain is a mixture of grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and ancient woodlands, making it a popular destination for walkers and hikers. In fact, there are numerous footpaths and trails that crisscross the hill, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore its natural beauty.

Aside from its natural appeal, Castle Hill also holds great cultural significance. It has been the site of various ancient settlements and has witnessed the construction of several fortifications throughout history. Today, it serves as a reminder of Yorkshire's rich heritage and is a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts.

Castle Hill is not only a place of historical importance but also a recreational hotspot. Its vast open spaces make it ideal for picnics, kite flying, and other outdoor activities. Additionally, the hill hosts various events throughout the year, including music festivals, fairs, and fireworks displays, attracting locals and tourists alike.

In summary, Castle Hill is a captivating landmark in Yorkshire that offers a blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and recreational opportunities. Its commanding presence and stunning vistas make it a must-see destination for anyone visiting the region.

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Castle Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.718264/-2.0773947 or Grid Reference SD9424. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Centre Vale Park Bandstand

With security fencing

Kevin Waterhouse

Whirlaw Lane

Causey stones on an old packhorse trail that is now a bridleway

Kevin Waterhouse

Lobb Mill

The Rochdale Canal locks to the right of view from Halifax Road

Raymond Knapman

Burnley Road, Todmorden

View from Rochdale to Leeds railway

Raymond Knapman

Rodwell End Clough

View from Lobb Mill Viaduct

Raymond Knapman

Sunlight on Todmorden from ridge south of Stoodley Pike Monument

Colin Park

Lumbutts from Stoodley Pike Monument

Colin Park

Old Boundary Marker in Stoodley Glen, Calderdale

Township Boundary Marker above Stoodley Glen and south of Stoodley Lane. Formerly on the boundary of Langfield and Sowerby townships in Halifax parish. It marked the boundary of the Sowerby Ramble, a narrow strip of land along the Calder valley and up Stoodley Glen between Erringden and Stansfield townships and Erringden and Langfield township. Sowerby Ramble was part of Sowerby township but in 1850 it became part of Erringden township, later parish. In 1897 Langfield and Stansfield became part of Todmorden parish and in 1937 this part of Erringden parish also became part of Todmorden parish. Milestone Society National ID: YW_LANSOW02pb

C Chatham

Old Boundary Marker in Stoodley Glen, Calderdale

Parish Boundary Marker in Stoodley Glen below Height Wood. Formerly on the boundary of Langfield and Sowerby townships in Halifax parish. It marked the boundary of the Sowerby Ramble, a narrow strip of land along the Calder valley and up Stoodley Glen between Erringden and Stansfield townships and Erringden and Langfield township. Sowerby Ramble was part of Sowerby township but in 1850 it became part of Erringden township, later parish. In 1897 Langfield and Stansfield became part of Todmorden parish and in 1937 this part of Erringden parish also became part of Todmorden parish.. Milestone Society National ID: YW_SOWERR01pb

C Chatham

Old Boundary Marker

Estate Boundary Marker set in a stone wall on Matthew Lane, a green lane. In the former Stansfield township and parish, absorbed into Todmorden parish in 1897. Not on any township or parish boundary so is thought to mark an estate boundary. Milestone Society National ID: YW_TOD10em

C Chatham

Old Boundary Marker on Baulk Head Lane, Todmorden

Estate Boundary Marker set in a stone wall on Baulk Head Lane, a green lane. In the former Stansfield township and parish, absorbed into Todmorden parish in 1897. Not on any township or parish boundary so is thought to mark an estate boundary. Milestone Society National ID: YW_TOD11em

C Chatham

Dobroyd Clough after storms

At the bottom of the Clough, Network Rail have done much work to stop this sort of debris blocking the culvert under the railway

Kevin Waterhouse

New Railway Footbridge

This has replaced the crossing on the level at Dobroyd Road

Kevin Waterhouse

Site of Dobroyd Road Railway Level Crossing

View South from the new footbridge

Kevin Waterhouse

Pier of Mill Bridge over Canal

The support on the west bank of the Rochdale Canal. The former bridge had a tramway into the upper floor of the warehouse of the former Waterside Mill. This tramway connected to Todmorden railway yard according to OS maps

Kevin Waterhouse

Dobroyd Road Canal Bridge

The South portal of the bridge that has a small building built abutting the bridge on the West bank (door obscured by the foliage). There are a lot of structures around what is Rochdale Canal Bridge No.30a

Kevin Waterhouse

Plaque to John Ramsbottom on Todmorden station

The plaque is on the wall of the staircase of the westbound platform. It commemorates a former Director of the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway.

Stephen Craven

Sprinter entering Todmorden station

The station was opened by the Manchester and Leeds Railway in 1840 and passed through the hands of the Lancashire and Yorkshire, London Midland & Scottish Railway and eventually British Rail. It is currently operated by Northern Railway (a publicly owned company). This train is operating a service to Blackburn, using the curve north of Todmorden station that was reopened a few years ago.

Stephen Craven

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Castle Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD9424 (Lat: 53.718264, Lng: -2.0773947)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Calderdale

Police Authority: West Yorkshire