Altofts

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Altofts

The old aqueduct of 1838 at Stanley Ferry This was taken from the corner of a yard in the Canal Depot. To reach this spot my wife and I were escorted through the workshop, where lock gates are made. We are very grateful to the staff member concerned. — The old aqueduct of 1838 at Stanley Ferry Credit: Humphrey Bolton

Altofts is a small village located in West Yorkshire, England. Situated approximately 8 miles southeast of the city of Leeds, it falls under the local authority of Wakefield. With a population of around 4,000 residents, Altofts retains a close-knit community feel.

The village is known for its picturesque surroundings, surrounded by rolling countryside and dotted with charming cottages. It sits alongside the Aire and Calder Navigation, providing residents with scenic walks and opportunities for boating and fishing. The nearby Newland Nature Reserve is a popular spot for wildlife enthusiasts, offering a diverse range of flora and fauna.

Altofts boasts a range of amenities to cater to its residents. It has a primary school, a community center, a library, and a post office, ensuring convenient access to essential services. There are also several pubs and local shops, enhancing the village's sense of community.

Transport links are well-established in Altofts, with regular bus services connecting the village to neighboring towns and cities. The nearby M62 motorway allows for easy access to Leeds, Wakefield, and further afield.

Historically, Altofts was a mining community, with deep coal mines providing employment for many residents. Although the mines have closed, the village still retains elements of its industrial past, with the preserved Pit Hill Railway winding through the area.

Overall, Altofts offers a peaceful and picturesque setting, with a strong community spirit, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a quieter village lifestyle within easy reach of larger urban centers.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.708581/-1.438055 or Grid Reference SE3723. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The old aqueduct of 1838 at Stanley Ferry

This was taken from the corner of a yard in the Canal Depot. To reach this spot my wife and I were escorted through the workshop, where lock gates are made. We are very grateful to the staff member concerned.

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Stanley Ferry Aqueducts

A pair of aqueducts (old and new) carry the canal over the River Calder at Stanley Ferry near Wakefield.

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Stanley Ferry swing bridge

Tow path, swing bridge and footbridge at Stanley Ferry

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Narrowboats and cottages at Stanley Ferry

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Stanley Ferry footbridge

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Bridge over the river Calder

Footbridge at Stanley Ferry draped in driftwood from flood water

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Primitive Methodist Church, Normanton

On Wakefield Road

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Station Road and Ashfield Avenue, Altofts

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Windross Close, Altofts

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Church Road, Altofts

Looking to "The Poplar" public house

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"Deli" sandwich shop in Altofts

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The Church of St. Mary Magdalene, Altofts

This Church of England church was built under the instructions of architects Richard Life Adams and John Kelly of Leeds between 1873 and 1890. It was consecrated in 1878, by which time the reredos was also finished.

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Hawthorn tree south of a canal

In the parish of Altofts. The canal in question is The Aire And Calder Navigation Canal. You can see a narrow boat sitting on the canal left of the tree.

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By The Aire and Calder Navigation Canal

Detail of a working boat. Most craft ply this canal for pleasure these days but some working boats remain. Originally an oil barge, The Easedale was altered to carry sand and gravel.

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