Tunstead

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Tunstead

View of St Chad Church, Saddleworth Link to Church Website <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.cofeinsaddleworth.org.uk/st-chad-saddleworth-parish-church" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.cofeinsaddleworth.org.uk/st-chad-saddleworth-parish-church">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — View of St Chad Church, Saddleworth Credit: Philip Cornwall

Tunstead is a small village located in the county of Yorkshire, in the northern part of England. Situated in the district of Hambleton, it is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil setting for its residents. The village is positioned about 5 miles south-west of the market town of Thirsk, making it conveniently accessible for amenities and services.

Tunstead boasts a rich history, with evidence of human occupation dating back to the Bronze Age. The village grew during the medieval period, and remnants of its historic past can still be seen today in its architecture and landmarks. One notable feature is the village church, which dates back to the 12th century and showcases stunning architectural details.

The village itself is relatively small, with a population of around 200 residents. It is primarily a residential area, with a close-knit community feel. The village offers a peaceful environment, away from the hustle and bustle of larger towns and cities.

Surrounding Tunstead are rolling hills, lush fields, and charming countryside landscapes, making it an ideal location for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The village is also in close proximity to the North York Moors National Park, offering ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and other recreational activities.

Overall, Tunstead presents itself as a quaint village with a rich heritage and a peaceful rural setting, providing a haven for those seeking a slower pace of life in the heart of Yorkshire.

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Tunstead Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.537509/-1.9941979 or Grid Reference SE0004. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View of St Chad Church, Saddleworth

Link to Church Website Link

Philip Cornwall

Pots & Pans Monument & Greenfield

This war memorial was erected in 1923 to honour the 259 people from the villages of Saddleworth who died during the first world war and was located here specifically to be visible from the villages in the area. When plans were submitted for the war memorial there was much opposition from local people who wanted a memorial in the village rather than on top of a bleak hill.

Colin Park

Late afternoon sunlight on Pots & Pans Monument near Greenfield

Colin Park

Old milestone

The 2 miles from Greenfield West Riding CC milestone, now in Greater Manchester, is on the west side of the A635. The 3 mile stone minus its attachment was seen in 2002 but has since disappeared altogether. Many of the milestones in this area known as Saddleworth were painted several years ago. Now ready for a repaint although the legends can be read. Neither the 2 or 3 mile stones were 'listed'.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

The Greenfield and Shepley Lane Head tollroad existed from 1823 to the early 1880s. About 2 metres to the right of the West Riding CC milestone can just be made out an old stone at the edge of the uncut longer grass. It is thought that this is a milestone from the turnpike era although no inscription can be made out.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

This milestone is not quite like any of the other late 19C West Riding CC milestones so may be an early replacement. There is no raised edge to the top section and the lettering is a different style. It is on the A669 Chew Valley Road near St Mary's CE school. This area was once in the West Riding but now Greater Manchester.

Chris Minto

Dove Stone Reservoir in drought

The first six months of 2022 are the driest in the UK since 1976

Anthony Parkes

Redundant Reservoir Overflow Drain at Dove Stone Reservoir

The first six months of 2022 are the driest since 1976

Anthony Parkes

Footpath by Dove Stone Reservoir

Anthony Parkes

Yeoman Hey Reservoir from above Ashway Gap

Anthony Parkes

St Chad's Saddleworth

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OS Cut Mark - Saddleworth, Saint Chad's Church

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Location of OS Cut Mark - Saddleworth, Saint Chad's Church

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A surprising find, Kinders Lane, Greenfield

The building on the left is Dolefield Barn while on the right is part of Fur Lane Farm with a building looking like a former weaver's cottage. The surprise was the green and red lump in the field. This is a steam powered hydraulic pumping engine by Henry Berry of Leeds. It is a horizontal twin tandem compound steam engine with four single acting hydraulic pumps straddling the Laird type crosshead guides on each side. It can apparently be run on compressed air. It was recovered from a scrapyard in the Doncaster area and has been named 'Proud Mary'. It bears an uncanny resemblance to the engine that was at Storey Brothers xylonite works at Cattawade in Suffolk and it is very tempting to think it is the same as it is such an unusual beast. This is the engine at Cattawade - TM1032 : Steam hydraulic pumping engine.

Chris Allen

Proud Mary, Kinders Lane, Greenfield

This is a steam powered hydraulic pumping engine by Henry Berry of Leeds. It is a horizontal twin tandem compound steam engine with four single acting hydraulic pumps straddling the Laird type crosshead guides on each side. It can apparently be run on compressed air. It was recovered from a scrapyard in the Doncaster area and has been named 'Proud Mary'. It bears an uncanny resemblance to the engine that was at Storey Brothers xylonite works at Cattawade in Suffolk and it is very tempting to think it is the same as it is such an unusual beast. This is the engine at Cattawade - TM1032 : Steam hydraulic pumping engine.

Chris Allen