Silkstone

Civil Parish in Yorkshire Barnsley

England

Silkstone

Silkstone is a civil parish located in the metropolitan borough of Barnsley, in South Yorkshire, England. It is situated approximately 7 miles southwest of Barnsley town center and covers an area of around 10 square miles. The parish includes the villages of Silkstone and Silkstone Common.

The village of Silkstone is known for its rich history, dating back to medieval times. It is believed to have been named after the silk weaving industry that thrived in the area during the 17th and 18th centuries. Today, the village retains much of its historic charm, with many well-preserved buildings and landmarks.

Silkstone Common, located to the east of Silkstone village, is a more recent addition to the parish. It developed in the 19th century as a residential area for workers in the local coal mines. The village is known for its close-knit community and offers a range of amenities, including shops, schools, and recreational facilities.

The surrounding countryside of Silkstone is characterized by rolling hills, woodland areas, and picturesque landscapes. The area is popular with walkers and nature enthusiasts, with several footpaths and bridleways providing access to the beautiful countryside.

Overall, Silkstone is a peaceful and scenic civil parish in Yorkshire, offering a mix of history, natural beauty, and a strong sense of community.

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Silkstone Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.541479/-1.56635 or Grid Reference SE2805. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

At Silkstone Golf Club

With the club house half-hidden in the trees. The bell is dedicated to the memory of a former member now deceased.

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Ben Bank Farm

Between Dodworth Green and Silkstone Common

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Farmhouse, Ben Bank Farm

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All Saints Church, Silkstone

A Christian church has stood here since before 1066 with the current building dating back to the twelfth century with various additions having been made since it was first built.

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Dog walker on the Silkstone Waggonway trail

Constructed in 1809, the waggonway was created to take tubs of coal from the workings at Silkstone to Barnby Basin - the terminus of the Aire and Calder Canal - a mile and a half to the north. The tubs were pulled on rails by horses.

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Low Mill Farm

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Dilapidated building at Low Mill Farm

There appears to be some sort of kiln chimney to the right of this structure.

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Silkstone Waggonway sign

See the Wikipedia entry for this historic coal tramway: Link

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Evidence of Silkstone Waggonway

For fifty to sixty years in the mid-nineteenth century the waggonway facilitated the transport of coal from the Silkstone area to the canal basin at Barnby - two miles north of the village. The coal tubs were pulled along the rails by horses.

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Unusual grave in Silkstone churchyard

Attributed to Thomas Peigham, Vicar of Silkstone 1677-89.

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Trans Pennine Trail

Heading for Silkstone Common.

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Huskar Disaster Monument in Silkstone churchyard

Erected in memory of the twenty six children who tragically died in the Huskar coalmine disaster of July 4th 1838. For Wikipedia page see Link

Closer detail of inscriptions:- Front face of monument:Link North face of monument:Link South face of monument:Link

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Front face of the Huskar disaster monument

In Silkstone All Saints churchyard. In memory of the twenty six children who died in a nearby coalmine on July 4th 1838. For Wikipedia entry see Link

For a full view of the monument go here: Link

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North face of the Huskar disaster monument

In Silkstone churchyard and in memory of the twenty six children who died in a nearby mine on July 4th 1838. The north face of the monument lists the boys who died that terrible day. The girls who died are listed on the south face. For the Huskar Pit page in Wikipedia go here Link

For a full view of the monument go here: Link

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South face of the Huskar monument, Silkstone

In All Saints churchyard and in memory of the twenty six children in a nearby coalmine on July 4th, 1838. The south face shows the names of the girls who died that terrible day while the north face lists the names of the boys who died. For the Huskar Pit Wikipedia page go here: Link

For a full view of the monument go here: Link

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