Waleswood

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Waleswood

East of the lake at Rother Valley Country Park
East of the lake at Rother Valley Country Park Credit: Tom Page

Waleswood is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of Rotherham, South Yorkshire, England. Situated on the eastern edge of the Peak District National Park, it falls within the civil parish of Aston cum Aughton. The village is nestled amidst picturesque woodlands and rolling hills, offering a serene and idyllic setting.

Waleswood is primarily a residential area, characterized by its charming stone-built houses and cottages, many of which date back to the 19th century. The village retains a strong sense of community, with a close-knit population that actively participates in local events and initiatives. The tranquil surroundings make Waleswood an appealing place for those seeking a peaceful and rural lifestyle.

Despite its small size, Waleswood benefits from its proximity to nearby towns and cities. Rotherham is only a short drive away, providing residents with access to a wide range of amenities, including shops, supermarkets, and healthcare services. The village also benefits from excellent transportation links, with the M1 motorway and various bus routes passing nearby, facilitating easy travel to and from the area.

For nature enthusiasts, Waleswood offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities. The surrounding woodlands and countryside provide picturesque walking trails, perfect for exploring the natural beauty of the region. The nearby Peak District National Park further enhances the appeal of Waleswood, with its stunning landscapes, hiking routes, and diverse wildlife.

Overall, Waleswood, Yorkshire, is a charming village that combines rural tranquility with convenient access to nearby amenities. Its beautiful surroundings and strong sense of community make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful and picturesque setting.

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Waleswood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.345057/-1.313515 or Grid Reference SK4583. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

East of the lake at Rother Valley Country Park
East of the lake at Rother Valley Country Park
Fishing in Fiddle Neck Pond
Fishing in Fiddle Neck Pond
Tree trunk fish sculpture at Aston Park Fisheries' Hepworth Pond
Tree trunk fish sculpture at Aston Park Fisheries' Hepworth Pond
Aston Park Fisheries Looking over two of the seven fishing lakes from the footbridge over the A57
Aston Park Fisheries
Looking over two of the seven fishing lakes from the footbridge over the A57
Autumn colour at Waleswood Industrial Estate
Autumn colour at Waleswood Industrial Estate
The lake in Rother Valley Country Park
The lake in Rother Valley Country Park
Runners on Rother Valley parkrun This was the 400th parkrun at Rother Valley and was being held on possibly the hottest day of the year. 417 people completed the 5km course, a single lap of the lake.
Runners on Rother Valley parkrun
This was the 400th parkrun at Rother Valley and was being held on possibly the hottest day of the year. 417 people completed the 5km course, a single lap of the lake.
Rother Valley Lake The northern lake in Rother Valley Country Park
Rother Valley Lake
The northern lake in Rother Valley Country Park
Copse in Rother Valley Country Park
Copse in Rother Valley Country Park
Michaelmas daisies, Rother Valley country park On the eastern shore of Rother Valley Lake. The country park is on the site of former quarries.
Michaelmas daisies, Rother Valley country park
On the eastern shore of Rother Valley Lake. The country park is on the site of former quarries.
River Rother, Rother Valley country park Looking downstream [locally north] from Pit Lane bridge. For more information and a view of the river sixteen years earlier, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/539706">SK4583 : River Rother, near Waleswood</a>.
River Rother, Rother Valley country park
Looking downstream [locally north] from Pit Lane bridge. For more information and a view of the river sixteen years earlier, see SK4583 : River Rother, near Waleswood.
Bridleway, Rother Valley country park On the east bank of the current route of the River Rother. The river was rerouted to facilitate opencast mining in the 1950s.
Bridleway, Rother Valley country park
On the east bank of the current route of the River Rother. The river was rerouted to facilitate opencast mining in the 1950s.
Former wheel pit, Bedgreave New Mill, Rother Valley The 3-storey watermill was probably built about 1768, to replace an older watermill alongside. This pit is where the waterwheel was, turned by water from the River Rother. The mill was converted to steam power around 1886, and later to oil engine. It stopped working in 1947 and was restored in 1981-2 as part of Rother Valley Country Park.
Former wheel pit, Bedgreave New Mill, Rother Valley
The 3-storey watermill was probably built about 1768, to replace an older watermill alongside. This pit is where the waterwheel was, turned by water from the River Rother. The mill was converted to steam power around 1886, and later to oil engine. It stopped working in 1947 and was restored in 1981-2 as part of Rother Valley Country Park.
Gulliver's Valley, Rotherham
Gulliver's Valley, Rotherham
Overflow car park at Gulliver's Valley, Rotherham
Overflow car park at Gulliver's Valley, Rotherham
Rother Valley Country Park On the east bank of the main watersports lake looking south with Killamarsh in the distance.
Rother Valley Country Park
On the east bank of the main watersports lake looking south with Killamarsh in the distance.
Beighton Parish Church St Mary's Church, Beighton.
Beighton Parish Church
St Mary's Church, Beighton.
Railway crossing, Woodhouse Mill Despite the ubiquitous 'orrible British Railway galvanised fence, this is a nice spot as the GC atop Beighton Viaduct crosses the MR. The GC (top) heads west-east towards Sheffield (left) and Kiveton (right). The MR comes down from Rotherham and heads down towards Chesterfield (behind me). The GC is interesting here because it's still controlled by semaphore signals.
Railway crossing, Woodhouse Mill
Despite the ubiquitous 'orrible British Railway galvanised fence, this is a nice spot as the GC atop Beighton Viaduct crosses the MR. The GC (top) heads west-east towards Sheffield (left) and Kiveton (right). The MR comes down from Rotherham and heads down towards Chesterfield (behind me). The GC is interesting here because it's still controlled by semaphore signals.
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Waleswood is located at Grid Ref: SK4583 (Lat: 53.345057, Lng: -1.313515)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Rotherham

Police Authority: South Yorkshire

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