Skelmanthorpe
Settlement in Yorkshire
England
Skelmanthorpe
Skelmanthorpe is a village located in the metropolitan borough of Kirklees in West Yorkshire, England. It is situated approximately six miles south-east of Huddersfield and has a population of around 4,000 residents. The village is known for its strong sense of community and picturesque surroundings, with rolling hills and countryside providing a peaceful backdrop.
Skelmanthorpe has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The village grew in prominence during the Industrial Revolution, with coal mining and textile manufacturing playing a significant role in its economy. Today, Skelmanthorpe is a predominantly residential area, with a mix of traditional stone cottages and modern housing developments.
The village is home to a range of amenities, including shops, pubs, and schools. It also has a strong sporting community, with local football and cricket teams competing in various leagues. Skelmanthorpe is well-connected by road, with the M1 motorway just a short drive away, providing easy access to nearby cities such as Leeds and Sheffield.
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Skelmanthorpe Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 53.590991/-1.643422 or Grid Reference SE2310. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Old milestone
One of the five remaining West Riding CC milestones with a protruding attachment still to be seen on this route, A636, from Wakefield to Denby Dale. It is at the northeastern end of Denby Dale, although apparently this area was in Skelmanthorpe parish. It is close to the entrance to Putting Mill Walk. Grade II listed 1185069.
The Savoy Squash and Racketball Club
Housed in the former Savoy Cinema. The cinema opened in 1934 and closed in 1968. It had a short life as a bingo hall before closing in 1970. It was converted to its current use in 1975.but for 0nly two years.
Kirklees Light Railway
A heritage narrow gauge railway that operates between Clayton West and Shelley on the trackbed of the Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway which closed to traffic in 1970.
The Kirklees Light Railway at Skelmanthorpe
A heritage narrow gauge railway that operates between Clayton West and Shelley on the trackbed of the Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway which closed to traffic in 1983.
Skelmanthorpe is located at Grid Ref: SE2310 (Lat: 53.590991, Lng: -1.643422)
Division: West Riding
Unitary Authority: Kirklees
Police Authority: West Yorkshire
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 53.590991,-1.643422Skelmanthorpe
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Post Box
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Crossing
Crossing: zebra
Traffic Calming: table
Lat/Long: 53.5904559/-1.6455572
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Check Date: 2023-03-09
Defibrillator Location: On outside wall.
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Opening Hours: 24/7
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Barrier: cycle_barrier
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Bus Stop
Matherville/Manorstead
Bus: yes
Departures Board: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 53.587795/-1.6468535
Turning Circle
Poplar Rise
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