Town, Old

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Town, Old

The Rochdale Canal at Hebden Bridge Credit: Dave Pickersgill

Old Town is a charming and historic village located in the heart of Yorkshire, England. Situated amidst picturesque countryside, this quaint settlement is known for its rich history, traditional architecture, and welcoming atmosphere. With a population of around 2,500 residents, Old Town exudes a strong sense of community and offers a peaceful escape from the bustling city life.

The village dates back to medieval times and is steeped in history. Its narrow, cobbled streets wind their way through rows of well-preserved stone houses, creating a nostalgic ambiance that transports visitors back in time. The centerpiece of the village is the magnificent St. Mary's Church, a stunning example of Gothic architecture that stands proudly at the village square.

Old Town is also home to several charming local shops, cafes, and pubs, where visitors can enjoy a warm cup of tea or indulge in traditional Yorkshire delicacies. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and hikers. The nearby Yorkshire Dales National Park offers breathtaking landscapes, with picturesque trails that lead to stunning viewpoints and hidden waterfalls.

Throughout the year, Old Town hosts various cultural events and festivals, celebrating its heritage and showcasing local talent. The village has a strong sense of community spirit, with residents actively participating in activities and initiatives that promote the well-being of the area.

In conclusion, Old Town, Yorkshire, is a captivating destination that seamlessly blends history, natural beauty, and a warm community atmosphere. With its quaint streets, stunning architecture, and surrounding countryside, this village offers a delightful escape for those seeking a taste of traditional Yorkshire charm.

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Town, Old Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.751515/-2.003758 or Grid Reference SD9928. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Rochdale Canal at Hebden Bridge

Dave Pickersgill

Aqueduct in Crimsworth Dean

The aqueduct connects a dam on the west side of Bridge Clough with one on the east. These dams connect with ones lower down the valley and all appeared to service Midgehole Dye Works

Kevin Waterhouse

Cottages at New Delight

John Slater

Weir on Bridge Clough, Wadsworth

This is one of several weirs on this stream, and as there seems to be no open channel at that level I think that water must have been abstracted directly into a pipe laid in the river bank.

Humphrey Bolton

Aqueduct bridge over Bridge Clough, Wadsworth

According to information attached to a photograph that I have seen on the internet, this bridge carries flow from a millpond on the other side of the stream. There is also a well-used path across it.

Humphrey Bolton

Millpond above Bridge Clough, Wadsworth

There is a string of millponds along the eastern hillside of Crimsworth Dean, above the stream where it is called Bridge Clough. These intercept streams coming down through Purprise Wood and Middle Dean Wood. They were built in 1860-1 to increase the supply of water to Midgehole Dyeworks (captioned Crimsworth Dyeworks on the 1:2500 map of c.1893). The works had been converted from Upper Midgehole Mill (cotton) during the 'Cotton Panic', a depression in the textile industry caused by overproduction and by import restrictions due to the American Civil War. (Information from 'From Fulling to Fustionopolis' website) The dyeworks survived until 2009. The uppermost millpond (they are also called water lodges) was on the other side of the stream, with outflow crossing the stream on an aqueduct bridge (not the one thus captioned on the current 'Explorer' map). There are also some weirs on the stream, but I don't know whether they also supplied water to the dyeworks, or perhaps to the Lower Midgehole cotton mill. A voluntary organisation called 'Slow the Flow, Calderdale', who are investigating ways to reduce the risk of flooding in the Calder Valley, considered recommending that the ponds be restored to store rainfall runoff, but I think that they probably found that the work would cost too much.

Humphrey Bolton

Wadsworth Footpath 35 in Purprise Wood

Here the path crosses one of the many little streams that flow down the hillside.

Humphrey Bolton

Purprise Wood, east bank of Bridge Clough

This wood is on the earliest large scale OS map, surveyed in the late 1840s.

Christine Johnstone

"Follow the splodges of yellow paint on the trees"

Waymarked public footpath in Purprise Wood. Quoted from 'Route 23: High Brown Knoll, White Hill & Crimsworth Dean from Hebden Bridge' in Christopher Goddard's guidebook, 'The West Yorkshire Moors'.

Christine Johnstone