Denby Dale

Civil Parish in Yorkshire Kirklees

England

Denby Dale

The Foresters Arms Public house and restaurant in Lower Cumberworth — The Foresters Arms Credit: Graham Hogg

Denby Dale is a picturesque civil parish located in the metropolitan borough of Kirklees, West Yorkshire, England. It is situated in the historic county of Yorkshire and covers an area of approximately 16 square kilometers. The village of Denby Dale serves as the main settlement within the parish.

Denby Dale is renowned for its beautiful countryside, offering residents and visitors stunning views of rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming woodlands. The village is surrounded by several small hamlets, including Birdsedge, Upper and Lower Cumberworth, Upper and Lower Denby, and Skelmanthorpe.

The area has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Neolithic period. Denby Dale is known for its involvement in the textile industry during the Industrial Revolution, particularly in the production of woollen cloth. The village was home to numerous mills and factories, which played a significant role in shaping its economy and character.

Today, Denby Dale is a thriving community with a population of around 14,000 people. The village offers a range of amenities, including shops, pubs, restaurants, and schools, making it an attractive place to live. The local economy is diverse, with sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and services contributing to its prosperity.

Denby Dale is also famous for its annual Pie Festival, which attracts visitors from far and wide. The festival celebrates the village's culinary heritage, with various pie competitions, tastings, and entertainment for all ages.

In summary, Denby Dale is a picturesque civil parish in Yorkshire, known for its stunning countryside, rich history, and vibrant community.

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Denby Dale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.58968/-1.643766 or Grid Reference SE2310. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Foresters Arms

Public house and restaurant in Lower Cumberworth

Graham Hogg

Drystone wall in need of repair

Graham Hogg

Recreation Ground, Skelmanthorpe

Chris Morgan

Gilthwaites Lane

Chris Morgan

How the mighty have fallen

Ash died back

Chris Morgan

Lane Hackings Green

Chris Morgan

Cumberworth Lane, Lower Cumberworth

Chris Morgan

On Pool Hill

This hill is classed as a TumP. It's an excellent viewpoint.

David Bremner

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.

Chris Minto

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.

Graham Hogg

Houses on Stead Gate

Reflected in a pond to the south of the road.

Graham Hogg

Speed limit warning signage

On Huddersfield Road approaching Skelmanthorpe.

Graham Hogg

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.

Graham Hogg

Footbridge over the Kirklees Light Railway

Graham Hogg

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.

Graham Hogg