Thongsbridge

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Thongsbridge

Old milestone On a bend on the south side of the A635 between Holmfirth and New Mills is this 19C West Riding CC milestone. This area is called Wooldale and that name is on the top section. Left face - HOLMFIRTH/1 MILE, right face - DENBY/DALE/5¾ MILES/CAWTHORNE/9 MILES/BARNSLEY/13 MILES. The foundry name, BRAYSHAW &amp; BOOTH/LIVERSEDGE is on the bevel. Grade II listed 1313589. It is in need of a clean and possible repaint. — Old milestone Credit: Chris Minto

Thongsbridge is a small village located in the Holme Valley, West Yorkshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles southwest of Huddersfield and nestled on the banks of the River Holme, Thongsbridge offers picturesque countryside views and a tranquil atmosphere.

The village is known for its historic charm, with many traditional stone-built houses and buildings lining its streets. The local community is close-knit, creating a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for both residents and visitors alike.

Thongsbridge is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills and green fields stretching as far as the eye can see. The area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous walking and cycling routes, including the famous Pennine Way. The nearby Holme Valley also offers opportunities for fishing, horse riding, and other outdoor pursuits.

The village is home to a range of amenities, including a primary school, a post office, local shops, and several pubs and restaurants. It also has excellent transport links, with regular bus services connecting Thongsbridge to neighboring towns and cities.

Thongsbridge is rich in history, with evidence of Roman and Viking settlements in the area. The village has a strong textile heritage, having been home to numerous mills during the Industrial Revolution. Today, Thongsbridge celebrates its history with various events and festivals throughout the year.

In summary, Thongsbridge is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle in the heart of the Yorkshire countryside. With its beautiful surroundings, strong community spirit, and convenient amenities, it is a sought-after place to live or visit.

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Thongsbridge Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.583665/-1.771878 or Grid Reference SE1509. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old milestone

On a bend on the south side of the A635 between Holmfirth and New Mills is this 19C West Riding CC milestone. This area is called Wooldale and that name is on the top section. Left face - HOLMFIRTH/1 MILE, right face - DENBY/DALE/5¾ MILES/CAWTHORNE/9 MILES/BARNSLEY/13 MILES. The foundry name, BRAYSHAW & BOOTH/LIVERSEDGE is on the bevel. Grade II listed 1313589. It is in need of a clean and possible repaint.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

At the entrance to Lydgett Farm on Moor Lane, Netherthong is this out of place milestone. It had been used as a gatepost at SE119092 and then on the top of a stone wall. It has mileages to Penistone (penyston) 8 Miles, this face, Marsden and Huddersfield with pointing hands. It is mentioned in WB Crump, Huddersfield Highways Down The Ages P146/147 and may have been at the crossroads Bradshaw Road/Wilshaw Mill Road near where it was used as a gatepost. Milestone Society National ID: YW_XMELc

Chris Minto

Old milestone

The left face of the old milestone at Lydgett Farm. With imagination, Marfden/5 miles can be discerned.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

The right face of the stone at the entrance to Lydgett Farm. Inscribed Huddersfild, the s is above the r. The top of the cuffed hand pointing to the left can just be seen.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

Just to the north of the town centre this stone from the 1768-1876 Huddersfield to Woodhead turnpike road is in a small lay-by. Painted a few years ago it now needs a good wash. The rest of the stones towards the top of Holme Moss, 7, 8, 9 AD 10 are in place and well painted. In 2011 the Huddersfield 4 and 5 stones were also by the roadside.

Chris Minto

Interior of St Andrew's church, Thongsbridge

For the outside of the church, see SE1409 : St Andrew's Church, Thongsbridge, Wooldale. This is the inside, looking liturgical west (geographically south-west). The church was built in 1877 as a chapel of ease. A school was added in 1891. There was a burial ground opened in 1938 but it was never used for burials and was sold in 1988. Note: the building was closed for worship in 2013 and sold to a private owner in 2020 (after this photo was taken) with planning permission for residential conversion, so is no longer publicly accessible. This view shows it as it had been as a place of worship.

Diocese of Leeds

Stone sculpture with seating area at Wooldale Cliff above Holmfirth

Colin Park

View towards Victoria St, Holmfirth from South Lane

Colin Park

Holmfirth - Sid's Cafe

Colin Park

Daisy Lane and Holy Trinity Church, Holmfirth

Dave Pickersgill

Old milestone

Where space on a road or path was limited, Brayshaw and Booth of Liversedge made flat castings for the West Riding CC instead of protruding ones. This one is on the A616 Sheffield Road, New Mill opposite No. 30 Fulstone. When a town name had more than 10 letters the name had to be cast at an angle as with Huddersfield. Then Sheffield was cast the same way to match. The foundry name on these flat plates is always at the top of the left-hand side. This milestone is Grade II listed 1228473.

Chris Minto

Old Milestone, A616, Sheffield Road, New Mill

Opposite No 30 Fulstone. Located on the West side of road, opposite a terrace row, against stone wall. Metal plate attached to stone post, Brayshaw & Booth casting design, erected by Wadsley & Langsett - New Mill District turnpike trust, 19th century. An earlier photograph can be found here Link. Inscription reads: HUDDERSFIELD / 6½ MILES :: SHEFFIELD / 20 MILES // NEW MILL DISTRICT / ROAD / FULSTONE :: BRAYSHAW & BOOTH / MAKERS / LIVERSEDGE Grade II listed by Historic England. Link

Milestone Society National ID: YW_SFHU20

Nigel Upton

Former toll house, Holmfirth

This is now occupied by a shop. Inside it had old photographs on the walls when visited on a Heritage Open Day. Note the blue plaque on the wall. The Holmfirth Blue Plaque Trail Guide gives this information: 'This bridge was, until 1844, part of the main route through the township. After this date Victoria Street with a new and wider bridge was built across the river replacing Hollowgate as the main through route. The Toll House, which was established to collect fees for the Huddersfield to Woodhead Turnpike Trust, also lay on the Shepley Lane Head to Greenfield Turnpike.'

Humphrey Bolton

The Lidl supermarket, Holmfirth

Humphrey Bolton

Burial ground, Lydgate Chapel, New Mill (1)

Lydgate Unitarian Chapel was built as a Presbyterian chapel in 1695 and remodelled in 1768, It is listed, Grade II.

Humphrey Bolton

Lydgate Unitarian Chapel burial ground, New Mill (2)

Humphrey Bolton

Repainted water main valve marker plates, New Mill

These all have the lettering pivked out in silver. Two of them are on a 12" Huddersfield Corporation main, one of them for a washout valve used when the main was washed out into the river (New Mill Dike). The town crests have been painted in colours, although I should think that they would originally have been white#. I think the third plate was for a New Mill Urban District Council fire valve.

Humphrey Bolton