Minsthorpe

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Minsthorpe

Upton Water Tower <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://trigpointing.uk/trig/13053" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://trigpointing.uk/trig/13053">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> — Upton Water Tower Credit: thejackrustles

Minsthorpe is a small village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated approximately 10 miles south of the city of Wakefield, it falls within the district of West Yorkshire. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering residents and visitors a tranquil and idyllic setting.

With a population of around 2,000 people, Minsthorpe is a close-knit community known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The village is predominantly residential, featuring a mix of traditional stone-built houses and newer developments. The architecture reflects the village's rich history, with some buildings dating back several centuries.

Minsthorpe is home to a primary school, providing education for local children, and there are also a few local businesses, including a convenience store and a post office, to cater to the needs of the community. The village boasts several green spaces, such as Minsthorpe Park, which is a popular spot for recreation and leisure activities.

For those interested in history, Minsthorpe has a rich heritage. The village is believed to have been established in medieval times and was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. There are remnants of old stone walls and historic landmarks that serve as reminders of Minsthorpe's past.

Transport links to Minsthorpe are convenient, with the nearby M62 motorway providing easy access to surrounding towns and cities. The village is also well-served by local bus services, connecting residents to nearby urban areas.

Overall, Minsthorpe offers its residents a peaceful and scenic environment, combined with a strong sense of community spirit and a touch of history.

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Minsthorpe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.602884/-1.2877258 or Grid Reference SE4712. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Upton Water Tower

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Upton Beacon Connecting Point Trig Point Flush Bracket S1743

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Chapel of rest in the cemetery at Moorthorpe

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Two off licences on Barnsley Road, Moorthorpe

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Burton Street, Moorthorpe

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Burton Street, Moorthorpe

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Track by the railway at Mutton Flatts

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Businesses on Carr Lane, South Kirkby

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Former site of South Kirkby CMHT centre

CMHT stands for Community Mental Health Team - a service that still operate in towns and cities around the country under the aegis of The National Health Service. Back in 2011 this centre was still up and running but now it is sadly derelict and an ongoing target for vandals. Perhaps services in the Barnsley area have been "rationalised" to save money.

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Moorthorpe Railway Station

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Railway bridge north of South Kirkby

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Exchange Street, South Elmsall

The large building is a former billiard hall now used as a church.

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Exchange Street, South Elmsall

The large building is a former billiard hall now used as a church.

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Exchange Street, South Elmsall

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Former billiard hall now used as a church, Exchange Street, South Elmsall

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Path, Frickley Country Park

Frickley Country Park lies to the south of South Elmsall and is bordered to the south by Frickley Beck. It was developed on the site of Frickley Colliery after the pit shut in 1993. It has many landscaped features that fit in with the industrial past of the site as well as being important local nature reserve.

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