Stainforth

Civil Parish in Yorkshire Doncaster

England

Stainforth

Recycled fencing This fence running across the River Don flood bank is largely constructed from old narrow-gauge rail lines, doubtless salvaged from the colliery nearby at Thorne. — Recycled fencing Credit: Lee Davidson

Stainforth is a civil parish located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the district of Craven, it lies approximately 2 miles north of the market town of Settle. The civil parish covers an area of around 7 square miles.

Stainforth is a small rural community that is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering stunning views of the Yorkshire Dales. The village is situated on the banks of the River Ribble and is known for its charming stone-built houses and historic buildings.

The village is home to a population of around 400 residents, who enjoy a peaceful and close-knit community. Stainforth is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with residents taking pride in maintaining the village's beauty and heritage.

The village has a few amenities, including a local pub, Stainforth Force waterfall, and a quaint village hall that serves as a hub for community events and gatherings. The area is also popular among outdoor enthusiasts, with many walking and cycling routes available for exploring the stunning surrounding countryside.

Stainforth is also known for its rich history. The area has evidence of human settlement dating back to the Neolithic period and has seen various historical events and developments over the years. The village has a strong agricultural heritage, with farming playing a significant role in the local economy.

Overall, Stainforth, Yorkshire (Civil Parish) offers a peaceful rural retreat with beautiful scenery, a friendly community, and a rich historical background.

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Stainforth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.596015/-1.06523 or Grid Reference SE6111. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Recycled fencing This fence running across the River Don flood bank is largely constructed from old narrow-gauge rail lines, doubtless salvaged from the colliery nearby at Thorne.

Recycled fencing

This fence running across the River Don flood bank is largely constructed from old narrow-gauge rail lines, doubtless salvaged from the colliery nearby at Thorne.

Track through the allotments Pictured from Oldfield Lane, Staniforth - through a locked security gate.

Track through the allotments

Pictured from Oldfield Lane, Staniforth - through a locked security gate.

Path to Staniforth crossing Old Field

Path to Staniforth crossing Old Field

Trees at the junction of Hall Lane and Doncaster Road

Trees at the junction of Hall Lane and Doncaster Road

A view of Bramwith Hall, South Bramwith Grade II listed grand country house built in the eighteenth century and upgraded at various times throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

A view of Bramwith Hall, South Bramwith

Grade II listed grand country house built in the eighteenth century and upgraded at various times throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

A view of St Mary's Church, Kirk Bramwith It has a fine carved Norman doorway. This photo was taken from the gateway of The Old Rectory and from the same spot as another Geograph visitor, even though the two pictures look very different: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6830121" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6830121">Link</a>

A view of St Mary's Church, Kirk Bramwith

It has a fine carved Norman doorway. This photo was taken from the gateway of The Old Rectory and from the same spot as another Geograph visitor, even though the two pictures look very different: Link

View across The River Don To Pump House Cottages, Kirk Bramwith.

View across The River Don

To Pump House Cottages, Kirk Bramwith.

On Bramwith Lane, west of South Bramwith

On Bramwith Lane, west of South Bramwith

On Bramwith Lane near Tranmoor

On Bramwith Lane near Tranmoor

Stubble I was walking into the sun. The church at Barnby Dun was but a silhouette then I turned to see the brightly illuminated stubble - like a vast army waiting in lines.

Stubble

I was walking into the sun. The church at Barnby Dun was but a silhouette then I turned to see the brightly illuminated stubble - like a vast army waiting in lines.

Start of the track to Lock House Farm You can see the farm through the trees.

Start of the track to Lock House Farm

You can see the farm through the trees.

The Norman doorway of Kirk Bramwith church. The church is dedicated to St Mary and is Grade II listed.

The Norman doorway of Kirk Bramwith church.

The church is dedicated to St Mary and is Grade II listed.

Disused farm machinery In a neglected corner of South Farm, South Bramwith

Disused farm machinery

In a neglected corner of South Farm, South Bramwith

The River Don at South Bramwith

The River Don at South Bramwith

Disused doors at a disused farm At South Farm in the village of South Bramwith

Disused doors at a disused farm

At South Farm in the village of South Bramwith

Another view of St Mary's Church In Kirk Bramwith north of Doncaster

Another view of St Mary's Church

In Kirk Bramwith north of Doncaster

St Mary's church, Kirk Bramwith Although the main church is mostly from the 14th and 15th century the south doorway is Norman. It has wonderful arches with beakheads and chevrons

St Mary's church, Kirk Bramwith

Although the main church is mostly from the 14th and 15th century the south doorway is Norman. It has wonderful arches with beakheads and chevrons

St Mary's church, Kirk Bramwith

St Mary's church, Kirk Bramwith

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Stainforth is located at Grid Ref: SE6111 (Lat: 53.596015, Lng: -1.06523)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: South Yorkshire

District: Doncaster

Police Authority: South Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.596015,-1.06523

Kirk Bramwith

Place: village

Lat/Long: 53.5985171/-1.0651964

South Bramwith

Is In: South Yorkshire, England, UK

Place: village

Lat/Long: 53.5951474/-1.0617057

Bus Stop

Bramwith Lane/Fox Farm

Alt Name: Bramwith Lane/Fox Farm

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Naptan AtcoCode: 370040524

Naptan Bearing: NE

Naptan CommonName: Bramwith Lane/Fox Farm

Naptan Indicator: 40524

Naptan Landmark: Fox Farm

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: ROTHCEN

Naptan Street: Bramwith Lane

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Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 53.5952585/-1.0622811

Bus Stop

Bramwith Lane/Fox Farm

Alt Name: Bramwith Lane/Fox Farm

Naptan AltCommonName: Bramwith Lane/Fox Farm

Naptan AtcoCode: 370040525

Naptan Bearing: SW

Naptan CommonName: Bramwith Lane/Fox Farm

Naptan Indicator: 40525

Naptan Landmark: FOX FARM

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: ROTHCEN

Naptan Street: Bramwith Lane

Naptan Verified: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 53.5950874/-1.0622396

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