Lower Arthurs

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Lower Arthurs

View of St Chad Church, Saddleworth Link to Church Website <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.cofeinsaddleworth.org.uk/st-chad-saddleworth-parish-church" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.cofeinsaddleworth.org.uk/st-chad-saddleworth-parish-church">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> — View of St Chad Church, Saddleworth Credit: Philip Cornwall

Lower Arthurs is a picturesque village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, this charming village is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil surroundings. With a population of around 500 residents, Lower Arthurs exudes a close-knit community atmosphere that is characteristic of rural English villages.

The village is nestled in a valley, surrounded by rolling hills and verdant meadows, offering breathtaking views of the countryside. Its idyllic setting makes it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life. The nearby River Arthurs, after which the village is named, adds to the charm, providing a scenic spot for leisurely walks and picnics.

Lower Arthurs is known for its well-preserved traditional architecture, with many stone-built cottages and farmhouses dating back several centuries. The village also boasts a beautiful parish church, St. Mary's, which stands as a testament to its rich history.

Despite its small size, Lower Arthurs offers a range of amenities to cater to both residents and visitors. These include a local pub, a village shop, and a primary school. The close proximity to larger towns and cities ensures that essential services and facilities are easily accessible.

Overall, Lower Arthurs epitomizes the charm and tranquility of rural Yorkshire. Its stunning natural landscapes, architectural beauty, and strong sense of community make it a delightful place to visit or call home.

Show me another place!

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Lower Arthurs Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.540664/-2.0060126 or Grid Reference SD9904. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View of St Chad Church, Saddleworth

Link to Church Website Link

Philip Cornwall

Pots & Pans Monument & Greenfield

This war memorial was erected in 1923 to honour the 259 people from the villages of Saddleworth who died during the first world war and was located here specifically to be visible from the villages in the area. When plans were submitted for the war memorial there was much opposition from local people who wanted a memorial in the village rather than on top of a bleak hill.

Colin Park

Late afternoon sunlight on Pots & Pans Monument near Greenfield

Colin Park

Old milestone

This milestone is not quite like any of the other late 19C West Riding CC milestones so may be an early replacement. There is no raised edge to the top section and the lettering is a different style. It is on the A669 Chew Valley Road near St Mary's CE school. This area was once in the West Riding but now Greater Manchester.

Chris Minto

Redundant Reservoir Overflow Drain at Dove Stone Reservoir

The first six months of 2022 are the driest since 1976

Anthony Parkes

St Chad's Saddleworth

thejackrustles

OS Cut Mark - Saddleworth, Saint Chad's Church

Link

thejackrustles

Location of OS Cut Mark - Saddleworth, Saint Chad's Church

thejackrustles

A surprising find, Kinders Lane, Greenfield

The building on the left is Dolefield Barn while on the right is part of Fur Lane Farm with a building looking like a former weaver's cottage. The surprise was the green and red lump in the field. This is a steam powered hydraulic pumping engine by Henry Berry of Leeds. It is a horizontal twin tandem compound steam engine with four single acting hydraulic pumps straddling the Laird type crosshead guides on each side. It can apparently be run on compressed air. It was recovered from a scrapyard in the Doncaster area and has been named 'Proud Mary'. It bears an uncanny resemblance to the engine that was at Storey Brothers xylonite works at Cattawade in Suffolk and it is very tempting to think it is the same as it is such an unusual beast. This is the engine at Cattawade - TM1032 : Steam hydraulic pumping engine.

Chris Allen

Proud Mary, Kinders Lane, Greenfield

This is a steam powered hydraulic pumping engine by Henry Berry of Leeds. It is a horizontal twin tandem compound steam engine with four single acting hydraulic pumps straddling the Laird type crosshead guides on each side. It can apparently be run on compressed air. It was recovered from a scrapyard in the Doncaster area and has been named 'Proud Mary'. It bears an uncanny resemblance to the engine that was at Storey Brothers xylonite works at Cattawade in Suffolk and it is very tempting to think it is the same as it is such an unusual beast. This is the engine at Cattawade - TM1032 : Steam hydraulic pumping engine.

Chris Allen

Proud Mary, Kinders Lane, Greenfield

Chris Allen

Proud Mary, Kinders Lane, Greenfield

Chris Allen

Proud Mary, Kinders Lane, Greenfield

Chris Allen

Shaws Lane

The lane changes from a well surfaced route to a rough track at this point

Kevin Waterhouse

Old milestone

This milestone on Chew Valley Road near a pedestrian crossing at St Mary's CE school has been painted since 2022. Although very similar to the West Riding CC milestones this forging may be an early replacement. The style of lettering is slightly different and it doesn't have the maker's name on the bevel.

Chris Minto