Hill Top

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Hill Top

Old milestone July on Wakefield Road in Clayton West and this West Riding CC milestone is backed by a florescent verge. Well painted about 10 years ago, it now needs sprucing up.
Another of the 615 milestones erected in 1893/94 of which over half remain by the roadside all over the old West Riding. It is Grade II listed 1185054. — Old milestone Credit: Chris Minto

Hill Top is a small village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the picturesque countryside, it is nestled amidst rolling hills and verdant landscapes. The village is renowned for its idyllic beauty and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

One of the main attractions in Hill Top is its historic charm. The village is home to several traditional stone cottages, many of which date back to the 17th century. These quaint houses with their thatched roofs and flower-filled gardens add to the village's timeless appeal.

Hill Top is also famous for its association with the renowned children's author, Beatrix Potter. The village was the inspiration for many of her beloved tales, and her former residence, Hill Top Farm, has been preserved as a museum. Visitors can explore the house and gardens, gaining insights into the life and work of this literary icon.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and nature walks. The nearby hills provide breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

In terms of amenities, Hill Top boasts a charming village pub where visitors can enjoy traditional English cuisine and locally brewed ales. There are also a few quaint shops selling local crafts and souvenirs.

Overall, Hill Top is a quaint and picturesque village in Yorkshire, offering a delightful blend of history, natural beauty, and literary heritage.

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Old milestone July on Wakefield Road in Clayton West and this West Riding CC milestone is backed by a florescent verge. Well painted about 10 years ago, it now needs sprucing up.
Another of the 615 milestones erected in 1893/94 of which over half remain by the roadside all over the old West Riding. It is Grade II listed 1185054.

Old milestone

July on Wakefield Road in Clayton West and this West Riding CC milestone is backed by a florescent verge. Well painted about 10 years ago, it now needs sprucing up. Another of the 615 milestones erected in 1893/94 of which over half remain by the roadside all over the old West Riding. It is Grade II listed 1185054.

Wild flowers The wide verge behind the West Riding CC milestone in Clayton West is a riot of July colour and attractive to many kinds of insects.

Wild flowers

The wide verge behind the West Riding CC milestone in Clayton West is a riot of July colour and attractive to many kinds of insects.

Old milestone On Wakefield Road in Scissett, this milestone was painted about 10 years ago. The family firm of F Stead and Son, Mirfield won the contract to erect 615 milestones all over the old West Riding. They had to complete the work in 12 months, which they did, or incur a penalty. It is amazing considering the state of the roads at that time and the heavy stones and attachments which had to be transported. Grade II listed 1135272.

Old milestone

On Wakefield Road in Scissett, this milestone was painted about 10 years ago. The family firm of F Stead and Son, Mirfield won the contract to erect 615 milestones all over the old West Riding. They had to complete the work in 12 months, which they did, or incur a penalty. It is amazing considering the state of the roads at that time and the heavy stones and attachments which had to be transported. Grade II listed 1135272.

The Junction Inn Pub in Clayton West.

The Junction Inn

Pub in Clayton West.

Meadows near Park Gate Dike Walking the Emley Boundary Way.

Meadows near Park Gate Dike

Walking the Emley Boundary Way.

The Hall at High Hoyland A Grade II listed building from about 1720. Probably built for Sir Henry Wentworth.

The Hall at High Hoyland

A Grade II listed building from about 1720. Probably built for Sir Henry Wentworth.

John Illingworth

Footpath towards Clayton West

Footpath towards Clayton West

Footpath towards Clayton West

Footpath towards Clayton West

Pilling Lane towards Skelmanthorpe

Pilling Lane towards Skelmanthorpe

Kirklees Light Railway, Clayton West station and duckpond In the foreground is part of the miniature railway that runs around the duckpond.

Kirklees Light Railway, Clayton West station and duckpond

In the foreground is part of the miniature railway that runs around the duckpond.

Humphrey Bolton

Footpath at the edge of Clayton West Running from The Royds to Back Lane.

Footpath at the edge of Clayton West

Running from The Royds to Back Lane.

Christine Johnstone

Field at the edge of the village East of the footpath running behind The Royds.

Field at the edge of the village

East of the footpath running behind The Royds.

Christine Johnstone

Footpath along the edge of The Royds A north-south boundary between houses and fields.

Footpath along the edge of The Royds

A north-south boundary between houses and fields.

Christine Johnstone

Hedgerow trees East of The Royds.

Hedgerow trees

East of The Royds.

Christine Johnstone

The Royds, northern end Semi-detached council houses from the 1930s or 1950s face small bungalows from the 1920s.

The Royds, northern end

Semi-detached council houses from the 1930s or 1950s face small bungalows from the 1920s.

Christine Johnstone

Back Lane, Clayton West As it leaves the village the tarmac road becomes more of a path.

Back Lane, Clayton West

As it leaves the village the tarmac road becomes more of a path.

Christine Johnstone

1920s bungalow, The Royds Unlike most of the others nearby, this has not been extended or pebble-dashed, though it has gained uPVC windows.

1920s bungalow, The Royds

Unlike most of the others nearby, this has not been extended or pebble-dashed, though it has gained uPVC windows.

Christine Johnstone

The Royds, central section The road is shaped like a sans serif capital F.

The Royds, central section

The road is shaped like a sans serif capital F.

Christine Johnstone

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Hill Top is located at Grid Ref: SE2510 (Lat: 53.590497, Lng: -1.6093767)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Kirklees

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

What 3 Words

///ankle.necks.treetop. Near Clayton West, West Yorkshire

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Holmfield Avenue

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