Hunshelf

Civil Parish in Yorkshire Barnsley

England

Hunshelf

The outflow at Underbank Reservoir
The outflow at Underbank Reservoir Credit: Dave Pickersgill

Hunshelf is a civil parish located in the metropolitan borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England. It is situated in the picturesque Pennine Hills, approximately 10 miles northeast of the town of Barnsley.

The parish covers an area of about 8 square miles and is primarily a rural area with a scattering of small settlements. It is bordered by the parishes of Stocksbridge and Bradfield to the west, Penistone to the south, and Wortley to the east.

Hunshelf is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush green pastures, and charming countryside landscapes. The area is dotted with traditional stone-built farmhouses and cottages, adding to its rustic charm.

The parish is also home to several notable landmarks and attractions. One such attraction is the Hunshelf Bank Wind Farm, which consists of a cluster of wind turbines generating renewable energy. The wind farm not only contributes to sustainable energy production but also provides a unique visual aspect to the landscape.

Hunshelf has a small population, with residents mainly engaged in agriculture and other rural occupations. The parish does not have its own local government but is administered by the Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council.

Overall, Hunshelf offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful countryside experience. Its idyllic scenery and rural charm make it a delightful destination for visitors and a cherished home for its residents.

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Hunshelf Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.500891/-1.606474 or Grid Reference SE2600. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The outflow at Underbank Reservoir
The outflow at Underbank Reservoir
Hunshelf Bank Trig Point
Hunshelf Bank Trig Point
Stocksbridge and Hunshelf Bank Stocksbridge and Hunshelf Bank as seen from Heads Lane.
Stocksbridge and Hunshelf Bank
Stocksbridge and Hunshelf Bank as seen from Heads Lane.
Langsett bridge Bridge to Langsett reservoir
Langsett bridge
Bridge to Langsett reservoir
A616 lay-by near Sheephouse Wood
A616 lay-by near Sheephouse Wood
A616 Stocksbridge Bypass
A616 Stocksbridge Bypass
A616 Stocksbridge Bypass near Crimbles Farm
A616 Stocksbridge Bypass near Crimbles Farm
A616 nears Pea Royd Lane overbridge
A616 nears Pea Royd Lane overbridge
North shore of Underbank Reservoir
North shore of Underbank Reservoir
Underbank Reservoir: dam wall and run-off
Underbank Reservoir: dam wall and run-off
Old milestone On the B6088 Manchester Road,  Stocksbridge is another West Riding CC milestone surviving from when it was set up in 1893/94.   But in need of refurbishment.  The 'GREEN' on the top relates to what is now called Green Farm Hamlet to the south on Smithy Moor.   Names as long as Huddersfield could not easily be cast horizontally on the side panel so all the place names were set at an angle.   The pavement has been tarmacked to cover the 2 fixing bolts at the base of the attachment.   Grade II listed 1286340.
Old milestone
On the B6088 Manchester Road, Stocksbridge is another West Riding CC milestone surviving from when it was set up in 1893/94. But in need of refurbishment. The 'GREEN' on the top relates to what is now called Green Farm Hamlet to the south on Smithy Moor. Names as long as Huddersfield could not easily be cast horizontally on the side panel so all the place names were set at an angle. The pavement has been tarmacked to cover the 2 fixing bolts at the base of the attachment. Grade II listed 1286340.
Old milestone This shows the position of the Sheffield 10 milestone outside the fire station in Stocksbridge on the B6088.   The 15.5cm deep backing stone to which the casting made at the Brayshaw & Booth foundry in Liversedge is fixed, can be seen.
Grade II listed 1286340.
Old milestone
This shows the position of the Sheffield 10 milestone outside the fire station in Stocksbridge on the B6088. The 15.5cm deep backing stone to which the casting made at the Brayshaw & Booth foundry in Liversedge is fixed, can be seen. Grade II listed 1286340.
The run-off at Underbank Reservoir The run-off at Underbank Reservoir, seen from Underbank Lane.
The run-off at Underbank Reservoir
The run-off at Underbank Reservoir, seen from Underbank Lane.
Farm track (footpath) off Green Moor Road
Farm track (footpath) off Green Moor Road
Green Moor Road Heading west.
Green Moor Road
Heading west.
Farmland north of Green Moor Road
Farmland north of Green Moor Road
Farmland and pylon off Hunshelf Hall Lane
Farmland and pylon off Hunshelf Hall Lane
Field entrance off Hunshelf Hall Lane
Field entrance off Hunshelf Hall Lane
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Hunshelf is located at Grid Ref: SE2600 (Lat: 53.500891, Lng: -1.606474)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: South Yorkshire

District: Barnsley

Police Authority: South Yorkshire

What 3 Words

///drilling.steadier.drainage. Near Stocksbridge, South Yorkshire

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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:30; Sa 11:15
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Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
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Generator Source: wind
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Lat/Long: 53.4981356/-1.6092647
Historic: milestone
Listed Status: Grade II
Material: gritstone
Note: 6-sided guide stoop.
Wikimedia Commons: File:Hexagonal Guide Stoop near Dyson Cote - geograph.org.uk - 1777323.jpg
Lat/Long: 53.4998619/-1.6127782
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