Firbeck

Civil Parish in Yorkshire Rotherham

England

Firbeck

Thornbury Hill Farm seen from the east
Thornbury Hill Farm seen from the east Credit: Neil Theasby

Firbeck is a civil parish located in the county of South Yorkshire, England. Situated in the district of Rotherham, the parish covers an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. It is a small village with a population of around 200 residents, offering a tranquil and rural environment.

The village of Firbeck is known for its rich historical heritage, particularly its association with the Dukes of Newcastle. Firbeck Hall, a grand country house, was built in the early 17th century by the first Duke of Newcastle and stands as a significant landmark in the area. Although the hall is now privately owned, its architectural beauty attracts visitors from far and wide.

The parish also encompasses the adjacent hamlet of Letwell, which adds to the charm of the area. Together, Firbeck and Letwell boast a picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and scenic landscapes. The region is ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous walking trails and paths to explore.

Firbeck remains a close-knit community, providing its residents with basic amenities such as a local church and a village hall. However, for more extensive facilities and services, the nearby towns of Worksop and Dinnington offer a wider range of options.

Overall, Firbeck, Yorkshire, is a quaint and historic civil parish that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for its residents, with its beautiful countryside and a rich historical backdrop.

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Firbeck Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.389787/-1.156473 or Grid Reference SK5688. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Thornbury Hill Farm seen from the east
Thornbury Hill Farm seen from the east
Yews Mill Farm at Haven Hill The old building to the left is right next to a flowing stream and was surely connected with historical milling activity.
Yews Mill Farm at Haven Hill
The old building to the left is right next to a flowing stream and was surely connected with historical milling activity.
Driveway to Langold Farm
Driveway to Langold Farm
View over barley to Dog Kennels Plantation
View over barley to Dog Kennels Plantation
St Peter's Church, Letwell The church was built around 1375 by John Mauleverer but has been substantially altered several times since. Much of the church was rebuilt in 1820, at the expense of Henry Gally Knight, the owner of Firbeck Hall. In 1867 the church suffered a devastating fire.
St Peter's Church, Letwell
The church was built around 1375 by John Mauleverer but has been substantially altered several times since. Much of the church was rebuilt in 1820, at the expense of Henry Gally Knight, the owner of Firbeck Hall. In 1867 the church suffered a devastating fire.
Cut Mark: Firbeck, Black Lion Cut bench mark on the east angle of the frontage of the Black Lion pub.  See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7049454" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7049454">Link</a> for a wider view and <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm72738" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm72738">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> for details.
Cut Mark: Firbeck, Black Lion
Cut bench mark on the east angle of the frontage of the Black Lion pub. See Link for a wider view and LinkExternal link for details.
The Black Lion, Firbeck There is a cut bench mark on the east (left) angle of the frontage of the Black Lion pub.  See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7049447" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7049447">Link</a> for a closer view and <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm72738" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm72738">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> for details.
The Black Lion, Firbeck
There is a cut bench mark on the east (left) angle of the frontage of the Black Lion pub. See Link for a closer view and LinkExternal link for details.
T Plantation
T Plantation
Farmland near T Plantation
Farmland near T Plantation
Lime Avenue The back entrance to Firbeck Hall.
Lime Avenue
The back entrance to Firbeck Hall.
Bridleway to Firbeck An easy walk in the autumn sunshine.
Bridleway to Firbeck
An easy walk in the autumn sunshine.
Ploughed footpath Leads to Oldcotes.
Ploughed footpath
Leads to Oldcotes.
Salt Hill Lane A bridleway leading to Firbeck.
Salt Hill Lane
A bridleway leading to Firbeck.
Salthill Lodge
Salthill Lodge
Bridleway through Ivy Lodge Plantation
Bridleway through Ivy Lodge Plantation
Ivy Lodge Plantation The tower for the winding gear at the former Harworth Colliery and the associated spoil heap can be seen in the far distance.
Ivy Lodge Plantation
The tower for the winding gear at the former Harworth Colliery and the associated spoil heap can be seen in the far distance.
Approaching Ivy Lodge Plantation On Salt Hill Road (which is a rather grand name for a bridleway).
Approaching Ivy Lodge Plantation
On Salt Hill Road (which is a rather grand name for a bridleway).
Bales in a stubble field The woodland nearest on the right is Dyscarr Wood.
Bales in a stubble field
The woodland nearest on the right is Dyscarr Wood.
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Firbeck is located at Grid Ref: SK5688 (Lat: 53.389787, Lng: -1.156473)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: South Yorkshire

District: Rotherham

Police Authority: South Yorkshire

What 3 Words

///hothouse.heartless.crown. Near Dinnington, South Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.389787,-1.156473
Firbeck
Place: village
Wikidata: Q2742204
Wikipedia: en:Firbeck
Lat/Long: 53.3896703/-1.1563015
Pub
The Black Lion
Lat/Long: 53.3909209/-1.1535477
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Man Made: telephone_box
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.389602/-1.1560222
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 08:30
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: S81 47
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 53.389584/-1.1560516
Bus Stop
New Road/Lime Avenue/The Black Lion
Alt Name: New Road/Lime Avenue/The Black Lion
Naptan AltCommonName: New Road/Lime Avenue/The Black Lion
Naptan AtcoCode: 370030409
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: New Road/Lime Avenue/The Black Lion
Naptan Indicator: 30409
Naptan Landmark: The Black Lion Pub
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: ROTHCEN
Naptan Street: New Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.3911164/-1.1535258
Bus Stop
New Road/Lime Avenue/The Black Lion
Alt Name: New Road/Lime Avenue/The Black Lion
Naptan AltCommonName: New Road/Lime Avenue/The Black Lion
Naptan AtcoCode: 370030410
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: New Road/Lime Avenue/The Black Lion
Naptan Indicator: 30410
Naptan Landmark: Opposite The Black Lion Pub
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: ROTHCEN
Naptan Street: New Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.3910419/-1.1531513
Kid Lane/Park Hill Drive
Alt Name: Kid Lane/Park Hill Drive
Naptan AltCommonName: Kid Lane/Park Hill Drive
Naptan AtcoCode: 370035950
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Kid Lane/Park Hill Drive
Naptan Indicator: 35950
Naptan Landmark: 35950
Naptan Street: Kid Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.3895042/-1.1556178
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3909655/-1.1534467
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Check Date: 2024-01-20
Defibrillator Location: On the outside wall of the pub facing Firbeck Village Hall
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 53.3909076/-1.1534043
Barrier: stile
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 53.3895529/-1.1563737
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 53.3921667/-1.153809
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.389659/-1.155841
Bench
Lat/Long: 53.3897584/-1.1556767
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