Collingham

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Collingham

Collingham is a picturesque village located in West Yorkshire, England. It is situated approximately 8 miles northeast of the city of Leeds and within close proximity to the River Wharfe. With a population of around 2,500 residents, Collingham offers a tranquil and friendly community atmosphere.

The village is steeped in history, with records dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086. Its name is derived from the Old English words "Colne" and "ham," which mean "river" and "homestead" respectively. This highlights the village's close association with the river and its agricultural heritage.

Collingham boasts an array of charming stone houses, many of which are centuries old, giving the village a quintessentially English ambiance. The local St. Oswald's Church, dating back to the 12th century, is a prominent landmark in the area. The church features beautiful stained glass windows and a peaceful churchyard.

The village offers a range of amenities, including a primary school, village hall, shops, and pubs, making it a self-sufficient community. Its convenient location provides easy access to neighboring towns and cities, making it an attractive place for commuters.

Collingham is surrounded by stunning countryside, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and fishing. The nearby Harewood House, a grand estate with magnificent gardens and parkland, is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

With its rich history, beautiful surroundings, and close-knit community, Collingham is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for its residents.

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Collingham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.908137/-1.4112768 or Grid Reference SE3845. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Oswald's Church, Collingham

The parish church of Collingham.

John Davidson

The Pond at Compton

A big pond for a little hamlet

John Turner

Pig farm near Compton

John Turner

River Wharfe from Linton Bridge

The River Wharfe here forms the boundary between the villages of Linton and Collingham to the southwest of Wetherby. View downstream towards Wetherby.

michael ely

Collingham and Linton Cricket Club

Situated on Harewood Road (A659). The club was founded in 1880 and plays in the Airedale and Wharfedale Senior Cricket League.

michael ely

View from the A659 towards Rigton Hill

The valley in the middle distance belongs to Collingham Beck, a tributary of the River Wharfe. The Leeds to Wetherby railway line (now dismantled) followed the valley here. The shot is taken from the western end of Collingham's built up area.

michael ely

Upper Langwith, LS22

Looking north from the street's junction with the A659 (Harewood Road). This street as at the western edge of Collingham and drops down to the River Wharfe. The A659 here is on a ridge between the Wharfe and Collingham Beck.

michael ely

Welcome to Collingham

Entering the village on Jewitt Lane. Only 300 metres south of the junction with the A58.

michael ely

Golf Course, Linton Ings

I had hoped to be able to capture the old railway running through this square but couldn't see anywhere immediately obvious where I could gain access, and I had to be elsewhere, so I had to make do with this shot of the golf course instead. Facing east, the old railway is somewhere in the trees beyond, and further on flows the River Wharfe before it passes through Wetherby town centre.

David Morris