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Thorpe in Balne

Civil Parish in Yorkshire Doncaster

England

Thorpe in Balne

Bridge along Thorpe Lane A weak bridge with a 3 tonne weight restriction as it crosses a stream. Behind the camera the road crosses the former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line. The road forms part of National Cycle Network route 62.
Bridge along Thorpe Lane Credit: DS Pugh

Thorpe in Balne is a small civil parish located in the metropolitan borough of Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles north of the town of Doncaster, Thorpe in Balne covers an area of about 8.3 square kilometers. The parish is predominantly rural and is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with its western boundary formed by the River Went.

The village of Thorpe in Balne itself is a charming and close-knit community, with a population of around 250 residents. It is characterized by a mix of traditional stone-built cottages and more modern housing developments. The village is known for its peaceful and idyllic atmosphere, offering a tranquil escape from the nearby urban areas.

Despite its small size, Thorpe in Balne has a few amenities to cater to its residents. These include a village hall, which serves as a social hub for community events and gatherings, and a local pub which provides a place for residents to relax and socialize. The village also has a primary school, ensuring that children have access to education within their local area.

The surrounding countryside offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby River Went is popular among anglers, attracting visitors from the wider region.

Overall, Thorpe in Balne is a picturesque and close-knit community, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle within easy reach of larger towns and cities.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.591023/-1.104788 or Grid Reference SE5910. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridge along Thorpe Lane A weak bridge with a 3 tonne weight restriction as it crosses a stream. Behind the camera the road crosses the former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line. The road forms part of National Cycle Network route 62.
Bridge along Thorpe Lane
A weak bridge with a 3 tonne weight restriction as it crosses a stream. Behind the camera the road crosses the former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line. The road forms part of National Cycle Network route 62.
Former railway bridge on Thorpe Lane A weak bridge with a 3 tonne weight restriction as it crosses the former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line. The road forms part of National Cycle Network route 62.
Former railway bridge on Thorpe Lane
A weak bridge with a 3 tonne weight restriction as it crosses the former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line. The road forms part of National Cycle Network route 62.
Former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line Looking down from a bridge on Thorpe Lane as it crosses the former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line.
Former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line
Looking down from a bridge on Thorpe Lane as it crosses the former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line.
Gowdall and Braithwell railway line from Thorpe Lane Looking down from a bridge on Thorpe Lane as it crosses the former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line.
Gowdall and Braithwell railway line from Thorpe Lane
Looking down from a bridge on Thorpe Lane as it crosses the former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line.
Track beside Marsh Road The track heads to the former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line.
Track beside Marsh Road
The track heads to the former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line.
Course of the Gowdall and Braithwell railway line Looking along the long dismantled railway from Marsh Road Bridge.
Course of the Gowdall and Braithwell railway line
Looking along the long dismantled railway from Marsh Road Bridge.
Former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line Looking down from the bridge over the former railway line on Marsh Road.
Former Gowdall and Braithwell railway line
Looking down from the bridge over the former railway line on Marsh Road.
Layby on Moss Lane Looking towards Trumfleet. The road forms part of National Cycle Network route 62.
Layby on Moss Lane
Looking towards Trumfleet. The road forms part of National Cycle Network route 62.
Buildings along Moss Lane Looking along Moss Lane near Trumfleet. The road forms part of National Cycle Network route 62.
Buildings along Moss Lane
Looking along Moss Lane near Trumfleet. The road forms part of National Cycle Network route 62.
Slippery Gap Lane Running from Moss Lane to Highfield Lane.
Slippery Gap Lane
Running from Moss Lane to Highfield Lane.
Trumfleet Lane from Willow Bridge Lane Looking across the junction of Willow Bridge Lane with Trumfleet Lane. The road forms part of National Cycle Network route 62.
Trumfleet Lane from Willow Bridge Lane
Looking across the junction of Willow Bridge Lane with Trumfleet Lane. The road forms part of National Cycle Network route 62.
Royalty Lane and pylons at Thorpe Marsh
Royalty Lane and pylons at Thorpe Marsh
Disused Cooling towers Thorpe Marsh site Thorpe Marsh power station closed in March 1994, The picture shows 3 of the six 103 metre high cooling towers that remain.
Disused Cooling towers Thorpe Marsh site
Thorpe Marsh power station closed in March 1994, The picture shows 3 of the six 103 metre high cooling towers that remain.
River Don Looking north along the banks of the River Don near the remains of Thorpe Marsh power station
River Don
Looking north along the banks of the River Don near the remains of Thorpe Marsh power station
Thorpe Marsh The redundant cooling towers of Thorpe Marsh power station seen from the bank of the River Don. The coal fired station opened in the 1960's and closed in 1994.
Thorpe Marsh
The redundant cooling towers of Thorpe Marsh power station seen from the bank of the River Don. The coal fired station opened in the 1960's and closed in 1994.
And quiet flows the Don Misty autumnal scene along the River Don towards Kirk Bramwith
And quiet flows the Don
Misty autumnal scene along the River Don towards Kirk Bramwith
Disused railway line near Trumfleet Looking north east from the bridge
Disused railway line near Trumfleet
Looking north east from the bridge
Trumfleet Grange Busy farm in the tiny hamlet of Trumfleet
Trumfleet Grange
Busy farm in the tiny hamlet of Trumfleet
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Thorpe in Balne is located at Grid Ref: SE5910 (Lat: 53.591023, Lng: -1.104788)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: South Yorkshire

District: Doncaster

Police Authority: South Yorkshire

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///cropping.rear.carting. Near Moss, South Yorkshire

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