New Town
Settlement in Yorkshire
England
New Town
New Town is a small village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, it is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and offers a serene and tranquil environment. The village is nestled between rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming countryside views, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers.
New Town has a population of around 1,500 residents and is known for its close-knit community. The village has a rich history dating back centuries, with several historic buildings and landmarks still standing today. The local church, St. Mary's, is a prominent feature of the village and attracts visitors with its stunning architecture and peaceful atmosphere.
Despite its small size, New Town boasts a range of amenities for its residents and visitors. The village has a primary school, a post office, a grocery store, and a few local shops and cafes. It also has a community center that hosts various events and activities throughout the year, fostering a sense of community spirit.
For those seeking outdoor activities, New Town offers numerous options. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring nature trails. The nearby river is popular for fishing enthusiasts, while the rolling hills serve as an ideal spot for picnics and leisurely walks.
Overall, New Town is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic countryside experience. Its natural beauty, close community, and range of amenities make it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a slower pace of life.
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New Town Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 53.704393/-1.307681 or Grid Reference SE4523. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Looking Down the Home Straight
View of the grandstand and home straight at Pontefract Racecourse.
Old milestone
This West Riding CC milestone is on Park Road north of Pontefract, A639. It is just north of a roundabout and behind it is a large Retail Park built on the site of the Prince of Wales Colliery. It has the maker's name on the bevel, Brayshaw & Booth, Liversedge. It is Grade II listed, 1299786 and was last painted in 2010 by two Milestone Society members.
New Town is located at Grid Ref: SE4523 (Lat: 53.704393, Lng: -1.307681)
Division: West Riding
Unitary Authority: Wakefield
Police Authority: West Yorkshire
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 53.704393,-1.307681Post Box
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: WF8 6
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Lat/Long: 53.7012522/-1.3107135
Bus Stop
Monkhill Lane Lady Balk Lane
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013452
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013452
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Monkhill Lane Lady Balk Lane
Naptan Crossing: Lady Balk Lane
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013452
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Lady Balk Lane
Naptan Street: Monkhill Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.7023411/-1.3047212
Bus Stop
Monkhill Lane Nestfield Close
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013453
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013453
Naptan Bearing: SE
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Naptan Crossing: New Hall Road
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013453
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Lady Balk Lane
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Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.7025924/-1.3047539
Bus Stop
Monkhill Lane Orchard Head Lane
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013454
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013454
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Monkhill Lane Orchard Head Lane
Naptan Crossing: Orchard Head Lane
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013454
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Orchard Head Lane
Naptan Street: Monkhill Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.7069319/-1.3090758
Bus Stop
Spittal Hardwick Lane Ridgedale Mount
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013455
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013455
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Spittal Hardwick Lane Ridgedale Mount
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013455
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Ridgedale Mount
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Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.7085309/-1.3104738
Bus Stop
Lady Balk Lane Victoria Street
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013461
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013461
Naptan Bearing: W
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Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013461
Naptan Landmark: Social Club
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Lady Balk Lane
Naptan Street: Lady Balk Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.7014137/-1.3097828
Bus Stop
Monkhill Avenue Monkhill Mount
Bus: yes
Check Date Shelter: 2022-12-18
Local Ref: 45013468
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013468
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Monkhill Avenue Monkhill Mount
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Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013468
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
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Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.7000679/-1.3065375
Bus Stop
Monkhill Avenue Monkhill Drive
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013470
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013470
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Monkhill Avenue Monkhill Drive
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Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013470
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Monkhill Drive
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Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.7004173/-1.304201
Bus Stop
Monkhill Lane Willowdene Lane
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45024100
Naptan AtcoCode: 450024100
Naptan Bearing: SE
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Naptan Indicator: Stop 45024100
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Willowdene Lane
Naptan Street: Monkhill Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.7048618/-1.3070495
Bus Stop
Monkhill Lane Willowdene Lane
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 450028533
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Monkhill Lane Willowdene Lane
Naptan Crossing: Willowdene Lane
Naptan Landmark: Unknown
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Willowdene Lane
Naptan Street: Monkhill Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.704619/-1.3070232
Bus Stop
Spital Hardwick Lane Orchard Head Lane
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 450029002
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Spital Hardwick Lane Orchard Head Lane
Naptan Crossing: Orchard Head Lane
Naptan Landmark: Unknown
Naptan ShortCommonName: Orchard Head Lane
Naptan Street: Spital Hardwick Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.7069058/-1.3092278
Bus Stop
Spital Hardwick Lane Ridgedale Mount
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 450029012
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Spital Hardwick Lane Ridgedale Mount
Naptan Crossing: Ridgedale Mount
Naptan Landmark: Unknown
Naptan ShortCommonName: Ridgedale Mount
Naptan Street: Spital Hardwick Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.708514/-1.3106116
Bus Stop
Lady Balk Lane Victoria Street
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 450029036
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Lady Balk Lane Victoria Street
Naptan Crossing: Victoria Street
Naptan Landmark: Unknown
Naptan ShortCommonName: Victoria Street
Naptan Street: Lady Balk Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.7014395/-1.3099387
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.7003063/-1.3048225
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: WF8 15
Lat/Long: 53.7033014/-1.301672
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: brick_pillar
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: WF8 10
Royal Cypher: GVIR
Lat/Long: 53.7070385/-1.3091057
Slimming World
Addr City: Pontefract
Addr Housenumber: 10
Addr Postcode: WF8 2UQ
Addr Street: Hinton Close
Fhrs Id: 1093595
Lat/Long: 53.7034789/-1.303449
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 53.7003274/-1.3108083
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
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Lat/Long: 53.7006769/-1.3067239
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
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Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.7007214/-1.3072266
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.7008885/-1.3071833
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.7009588/-1.3066477
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.7016623/-1.3067277
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.7017162/-1.3063241
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.7014373/-1.3083343
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.7014009/-1.3086093
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.7013857/-1.308727
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Colour: Grey/white
Material: concrete
Lat/Long: 53.7013165/-1.3103727
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Colour: Grey/white
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Lat/Long: 53.7013189/-1.3103552
Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
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Bollard: fixed
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Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
Colour: Grey/white
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Bollard: fixed
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Barrier: bollard
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Barrier: bollard
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Bollard: fixed
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Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
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Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
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Barrier: bollard
Bollard: fixed
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Barrier: bollard
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Bollard: fixed
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Barrier: bollard
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Colour: Grey/white
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
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Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.7019783/-1.3046649
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
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Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.7018876/-1.3049214
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.7009292/-1.3120049
Post Office
Ladybalk Post Office
Addr City: Pontefract
Addr Postcode: WF8 1JQ
Addr Street: Lady Balk Lane
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Brand Wikipedia: en:Post Office Ltd
Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/5653231/ladybalk
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 08:30-17:30; Sa 08:30-13:00
Operator: Post Office
Operator Wikidata: Q1783168
Ref Pol Id: 15760
Lat/Long: 53.7012314/-1.3106685
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Cycle Barrier: double
Cycle Barrier Installation: fixed
Lat/Long: 53.7007766/-1.3104973
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: zebra;dots
Crossing Ref: zebra
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.7012246/-1.3110954
Recycling
Recycling Clothes: yes
Recycling Type: container
Lat/Long: 53.7013619/-1.3098801
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: surface
Surface: paving_stones
Traffic Calming: table
Lat/Long: 53.7029961/-1.3124571
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: surface
Surface: paving_stones
Traffic Calming: table
Lat/Long: 53.7040057/-1.3104001
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.7010999/-1.3119051
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.700897/-1.31167
Bus Stop
Monkhill Avenue Monkhill Drive
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013469
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013469
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Monkhill Avenue Monkhill Drive
Naptan Crossing: Monkhill Drive
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013469
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Monkhill Drive
Naptan Street: Monkhill Avenue
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.7002747/-1.304787
Bus Stop
Monkhill Avenue Monkhill Mount
Bench: yes
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013467
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013467
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Monkhill Avenue Monkhill Mount
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013467
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Monkhill Drive
Naptan Street: Monkhill Avenue
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.6999479/-1.3069605
Bus Stop
Monkhill Avenue Skinner Lane
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013466
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013466
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Monkhill Avenue Skinner Lane
Naptan Crossing: Skinner Lane
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013466
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Skinner Lane
Naptan Street: Monkhill Avenue
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.7003044/-1.3103987
Waste Basket
Material: metal
Operator: Wakefield Council
Lat/Long: 53.699945/-1.3066551
Street Lamp
Direction: -10
Lamp Mount: pole
Lamp Type: led
Ref: 3
Lat/Long: 53.7000705/-1.3067157
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 53.7000122/-1.3070367
Recycling
Recycling Clothes: yes
Recycling Type: container
Lat/Long: 53.7013433/-1.3098771
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.699947/-1.3088478
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.7010719/-1.3115742
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: surface
Surface: paving_stones
Traffic Calming: table
Lat/Long: 53.7034138/-1.3117757
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: surface
Surface: paving_stones
Traffic Calming: table
Lat/Long: 53.7037472/-1.3113136
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Lat/Long: 53.7028279/-1.3093063
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Lat/Long: 53.7025571/-1.3100177
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Lat/Long: 53.702285/-1.3107767
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Lat/Long: 53.7020255/-1.3115519
Addr City: Pontefract
Addr Postcode: WF8 1JQ
Ref GB Uprn: 63138961
Lat/Long: 53.7008324/-1.3095764
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