Old Tame

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Old Tame

A672 at Old Tame
A672 at Old Tame Credit: Colin Pyle

Old Tame is a small village located in Yorkshire, England. It is situated in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham and is part of the civil parish of Thurcroft. The village is known for its picturesque countryside surroundings and traditional architecture.

Old Tame has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Roman times. The village was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, indicating its importance as a settlement during the medieval period.

Today, Old Tame is a peaceful and quiet village, with a close-knit community that values its rural setting. The village is surrounded by farmland and rolling hills, making it an ideal location for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

In terms of amenities, Old Tame has a small number of shops, pubs, and restaurants, providing residents with basic necessities and entertainment options. The village is also well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good transport links via road and public transportation.

Overall, Old Tame offers a charming and idyllic setting for those looking to escape the stresses of modern life and enjoy the beauty of the Yorkshire countryside.

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Old Tame Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.582973/-2.050568 or Grid Reference SD9609. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A672 at Old Tame
A672 at Old Tame
Tame Lane at Denshaw Road
Tame Lane at Denshaw Road
Tame Lane towards Heights Farm
Tame Lane towards Heights Farm
Obelisk at Bishop Park, Grains Bar The obelisk was erected in 1927 by Ellen Ludlaw in memory of William and Anne Bishop when fifty acres of their land was given to the people of Oldham to enjoy as public open space.
Obelisk at Bishop Park, Grains Bar
The obelisk was erected in 1927 by Ellen Ludlaw in memory of William and Anne Bishop when fifty acres of their land was given to the people of Oldham to enjoy as public open space.
Wotherhead Hill Obelisk, Grains Bar The Obelisk and what appears to be a damaged panorama table in Bishop Park
Wotherhead Hill Obelisk, Grains Bar
The Obelisk and what appears to be a damaged panorama table in Bishop Park
River Tame Valley The view from Bishop Park up the valley from Slackcote to Denshaw village
River Tame Valley
The view from Bishop Park up the valley from Slackcote to Denshaw village
Panorama Table? What appears to be a panorama table with just the stone plinth remaining in Bishop Park. Grains Bar is beyond
Panorama Table?
What appears to be a panorama table with just the stone plinth remaining in Bishop Park. Grains Bar is beyond
Wotherhead Hill Obelisk At the summit of Bishop Park, Grains Bar
Wotherhead Hill Obelisk
At the summit of Bishop Park, Grains Bar
Bishop Park Rather rough moorland for a park but it does contain a football pitch in this view from the Obelisk
Bishop Park
Rather rough moorland for a park but it does contain a football pitch in this view from the Obelisk
Bishop Park Trig Point Flush Bracket S2769
Bishop Park Trig Point Flush Bracket S2769
Toposcope - with no top
Toposcope - with no top
Brushes Clough Reservoir View from the Crompton Circuit trail
Brushes Clough Reservoir
View from the Crompton Circuit trail
Remains of Rough Quite an extensive former farmhouse site
Remains of Rough
Quite an extensive former farmhouse site
Hill Top Lane With the obelisk in Bishop Park on the skyline
Hill Top Lane
With the obelisk in Bishop Park on the skyline
Rough Pasture off Buckstones Road With Lower Doghill Farm in the centre of the view. Much of the grazing land is reverting to moorland reeds
Rough Pasture off Buckstones Road
With Lower Doghill Farm in the centre of the view. Much of the grazing land is reverting to moorland reeds
Ye Olde Black Ladd On Buckstones Road and appeared to be in hibernation
Ye Olde Black Ladd
On Buckstones Road and appeared to be in hibernation
The infant River Tame valley View from Denshaw Road near Linfitts
The infant River Tame valley
View from Denshaw Road near Linfitts
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Old Tame is located at Grid Ref: SD9609 (Lat: 53.582973, Lng: -2.050568)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Oldham

Police Authority: Greater Manchester

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

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Post Box
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OLD TAME DENSHAW
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