Fall Bank

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Fall Bank

On the edge of Hugset Wood
On the edge of Hugset Wood Credit: Neil Theasby

Fall Bank is a small village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the beautiful countryside, this charming village offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents. With a population of approximately 500 people, Fall Bank maintains a close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, providing picturesque views throughout the year. Fall Bank is known for its stunning autumn foliage, as the trees transform into vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow, creating a breathtaking landscape.

The village is rich in history and boasts several historic buildings. St. Mary's Church is a prominent feature, dating back to the 12th century. Its striking architecture and intricate detailing make it a must-visit for history enthusiasts. The village also has a local pub, The Fox and Hound, which has been serving residents and visitors for over a century.

Nature lovers will find plenty to explore in Fall Bank. The nearby countryside offers numerous walking trails and scenic routes, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of the surrounding nature. Additionally, the village is a popular destination for birdwatching enthusiasts, with a wide variety of bird species found in the area.

Despite its small size, Fall Bank offers basic amenities such as a village shop and a primary school, ensuring the needs of its residents are met. Its close proximity to larger towns and cities allows for easy access to additional facilities and services.

Overall, Fall Bank is a tranquil and picturesque village that offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling urban life, making it an ideal place for nature lovers and those seeking a close-knit community atmosphere.

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Fall Bank Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.546151/-1.5349153 or Grid Reference SE3005. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

On the edge of Hugset Wood
On the edge of Hugset Wood
Oak Cottage at Higham Bottom
Oak Cottage at Higham Bottom
At Silkstone Golf Club With the club house half-hidden in the trees. The bell is dedicated to the memory of a former member now deceased.
At Silkstone Golf Club
With the club house half-hidden in the trees. The bell is dedicated to the memory of a former member now deceased.
Ben Bank Farm Between Dodworth Green and Silkstone Common
Ben Bank Farm
Between Dodworth Green and Silkstone Common
Farmhouse, Ben Bank Farm
Farmhouse, Ben Bank Farm
Heapstead, New Sovereign Colliery site It is over a hundred years since coal was brought to the surface at New Sovereign Colliery. Even so, evidence of its existence remains - including this heapstead - a building connected with mine workings that sits at the surface.
Heapstead, New Sovereign Colliery site
It is over a hundred years since coal was brought to the surface at New Sovereign Colliery. Even so, evidence of its existence remains - including this heapstead - a building connected with mine workings that sits at the surface.
Settling pond connected with historic mine workings South of the Trans Pennine Trail near Dodworth Green
Settling pond connected with historic mine workings
South of the Trans Pennine Trail near Dodworth Green
Houses on Barnsley Road, Dodworth
Houses on Barnsley Road, Dodworth
Stone plaque on the front of Home Farm At Dodworth Green. I have no idea what the initials T.T.T. stand for
Stone plaque on the front of Home Farm
At Dodworth Green. I have no idea what the initials T.T.T. stand for
Penny Pie Park Recently bisected by a new road configuration and this part is left in the middle of a roundabout.
Penny Pie Park
Recently bisected by a new road configuration and this part is left in the middle of a roundabout.
Sad scene on Broadway Marking a tragic road accident death in 2019
Sad scene on Broadway
Marking a tragic road accident death in 2019
All Saints Church, Silkstone A Christian church has stood here since before 1066 with the current building dating back to the twelfth century with various additions having been made since it was first built.
All Saints Church, Silkstone
A Christian church has stood here since before 1066 with the current building dating back to the twelfth century with various additions having been made since it was first built.
Dog walker on the Silkstone Waggonway trail Constructed in 1809, the waggonway was created to take tubs of coal from the workings at Silkstone to Barnby Basin - the terminus of the Aire and Calder Canal - a mile and a half to the north. The tubs were pulled on rails by horses.
Dog walker on the Silkstone Waggonway trail
Constructed in 1809, the waggonway was created to take tubs of coal from the workings at Silkstone to Barnby Basin - the terminus of the Aire and Calder Canal - a mile and a half to the north. The tubs were pulled on rails by horses.
Low Mill Farm
Low Mill Farm
Dilapidated building at Low Mill Farm There appears to be some sort of kiln chimney to the right of this structure.
Dilapidated building at Low Mill Farm
There appears to be some sort of kiln chimney to the right of this structure.
Silkstone Waggonway sign See the Wikipedia entry for this historic coal tramway: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silkstone_Waggonway" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silkstone_Waggonway">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Silkstone Waggonway sign
See the Wikipedia entry for this historic coal tramway: LinkExternal link
Evidence of Silkstone Waggonway For fifty to sixty years in the mid-nineteenth century the waggonway facilitated the transport of coal from the Silkstone area to the canal basin at Barnby -  two miles north of the village. The coal tubs were pulled along the rails by horses.
Evidence of Silkstone Waggonway
For fifty to sixty years in the mid-nineteenth century the waggonway facilitated the transport of coal from the Silkstone area to the canal basin at Barnby - two miles north of the village. The coal tubs were pulled along the rails by horses.
Unusual grave in Silkstone churchyard Attributed to Thomas Peigham, Vicar of Silkstone 1677-89.
Unusual grave in Silkstone churchyard
Attributed to Thomas Peigham, Vicar of Silkstone 1677-89.
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Fall Bank is located at Grid Ref: SE3005 (Lat: 53.546151, Lng: -1.5349153)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Barnsley

Police Authority: South Yorkshire

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Located within 500m of 53.546151,-1.5349153
Dodworth
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Network: National Rail
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Bus: yes
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Public Transport: platform
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Lat/Long: 53.5450941/-1.5278438
Bus Stop
Barnsley Road/Fall Bank Industrial Estate
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Bus: yes
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Barnsley Road/Dodworth Station
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Source: naptan_import
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Crossing Light: yes
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Lifetime Financial Management
Addr City: Dodworth
Addr Street: Great Cliffe Road
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Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
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Barrier: stile
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 18:00; Sa 10:45
Post Box Type: meter
Ref: S75 263P
Royal Cypher: no
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
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Turning Circle
Turning Circle: circle
Lat/Long: 53.5471189/-1.534272
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 53.5418517/-1.5327058
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 53.5422097/-1.5339398
Barrier: yes
Lat/Long: 53.5468923/-1.5375295
Power: transformer
Lat/Long: 53.5469912/-1.5380112
Power: transformer
Lat/Long: 53.5470764/-1.5382204
Power: switch
Lat/Long: 53.547135/-1.5380107
Direction: 270
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: public
Surveillance Type: ALPR
Surveillance Zone: traffic
Lat/Long: 53.546134/-1.5367636
Parcel Locker
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Brand: Amazon Hub
Brand Wikidata: Q100274430
Opening Hours: 24/7
Parcel Pickup: yes
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 53.5444236/-1.5314182
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: On the fence in the station car park.
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Ref GB The Circuit: 7D78FDCD-F567-4894-A1D0-AF55011D4A07
Lat/Long: 53.5444152/-1.5314547
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