Linfit

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Linfit

Footpath across a hayfield, Lepton The grass has been cut and gathered into strips which will presumably be scooped up into a trailer.
Footpath across a hayfield, Lepton Credit: Humphrey Bolton

Linfit is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of Kirklees, West Yorkshire, England. Situated within the wider area of Huddersfield, Linfit is a rural settlement characterized by its picturesque surroundings and tranquil atmosphere. The village is nestled between the River Colne and the Pennine Hills, offering residents and visitors alike breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

With a population of around 400 people, Linfit retains a close-knit community spirit. The village is primarily residential, with a scattering of charming stone-built cottages and a few local amenities. One of the notable features of Linfit is its historic church, St. Stephen's, which dates back to the 17th century and adds to the village's overall charm and character.

Nature enthusiasts are drawn to Linfit for its proximity to the beautiful Peak District National Park, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. The village also benefits from being close to popular attractions like the Yorkshire Sculpture Park and the National Coal Mining Museum for England, which offer cultural and educational experiences.

Although Linfit is a relatively quiet village, it benefits from its close proximity to nearby towns and cities, including Huddersfield, Wakefield, and Leeds, which provide a range of employment, educational, and recreational opportunities. The village is well-connected by road, with easy access to the M1 motorway and other major transport links.

In summary, Linfit is an idyllic Yorkshire village that offers a peaceful retreat within easy reach of both natural beauty and urban amenities.

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Linfit Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.621495/-1.688251 or Grid Reference SE2013. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath across a hayfield, Lepton The grass has been cut and gathered into strips which will presumably be scooped up into a trailer.
Footpath across a hayfield, Lepton
The grass has been cut and gathered into strips which will presumably be scooped up into a trailer.
Emley Moor transmitters: aerial 2022
Emley Moor transmitters: aerial 2022
Old milestone Prior to 2008 this is what the WRCC milestone, 9 miles from Wakefield, opposite the White Horse PH, now Bar 319, looked like.   It was uplifted by Kirklees Council together with the milestone a mile nearer Huddersfield.   It was repaired by having the whole of the left face replaced.   By 2012 it was set back up but at the Wakefield 10 mile point!
Old milestone
Prior to 2008 this is what the WRCC milestone, 9 miles from Wakefield, opposite the White Horse PH, now Bar 319, looked like. It was uplifted by Kirklees Council together with the milestone a mile nearer Huddersfield. It was repaired by having the whole of the left face replaced. By 2012 it was set back up but at the Wakefield 10 mile point!
Old milestone By 2012 the milestones Wakefield 9 and 10 were set back up.   This one had been very sunken and a mile nearer Huddersfield.   A new backing stone was made from a shaped coping stone from a wall top and is larger than the original.  The milestone is now leaning backwards slightly. This says Huddersfield 3¼ but there will be an extra mile to go if you are walking or cycling!   Grade II listed 1184132.
Old milestone
By 2012 the milestones Wakefield 9 and 10 were set back up. This one had been very sunken and a mile nearer Huddersfield. A new backing stone was made from a shaped coping stone from a wall top and is larger than the original. The milestone is now leaning backwards slightly. This says Huddersfield 3¼ but there will be an extra mile to go if you are walking or cycling! Grade II listed 1184132.
TV Transmitter Masts The steel tower is said to be temporary
TV Transmitter Masts
The steel tower is said to be temporary
Derelict building Been derelict for a few years now.
Derelict building
Been derelict for a few years now.
New village sign Not a sign for a new village, but a new sign for an old village.
New village sign
Not a sign for a new village, but a new sign for an old village.
Thorncliffe Social Club Walking the Emley Boundary Way.
Thorncliffe Social Club
Walking the Emley Boundary Way.
Near Cockermouth farm. Close to Cockermouth farm.
Near Cockermouth farm.
Close to Cockermouth farm.
Turnshaw Road, Kirkburton
Turnshaw Road, Kirkburton
Road junction at High Wood Lane
Road junction at High Wood Lane
Arable fields on former moorland East of Titus Lane [seen climbing the hill on the left] and in front of Emley Moor TV mast.
Arable fields on former moorland
East of Titus Lane [seen climbing the hill on the left] and in front of Emley Moor TV mast.
The Three Acres, Roydhouse A 'hotel, restaurant and events venue', formerly a drovers' inn. Suitably located on Drinker Lane.
The Three Acres, Roydhouse
A 'hotel, restaurant and events venue', formerly a drovers' inn. Suitably located on Drinker Lane.
Greening field at Roydhouse East of Drinker Lane.
Greening field at Roydhouse
East of Drinker Lane.
Tree on field boundary In the valley east of Drinker Lane.
Tree on field boundary
In the valley east of Drinker Lane.
Straight line landscape, Roydhouse Northern side of the Three Acres' carpark, seen from Drinker Lane.
Straight line landscape, Roydhouse
Northern side of the Three Acres' carpark, seen from Drinker Lane.
Clover-edged field Immediately west of the Three Acres' car park.
Clover-edged field
Immediately west of the Three Acres' car park.
Roydhouse houses The western end of a hilltop hamlet.
Roydhouse houses
The western end of a hilltop hamlet.
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Linfit is located at Grid Ref: SE2013 (Lat: 53.621495, Lng: -1.688251)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Kirklees

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.621495,-1.688251
Linfit Fold
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 53.6217349/-1.6882412
Manor Mill Cottage
Guest House: bed_and_breakfast
Tourism: guest_house
Website: http://www.manormillcottage.co.uk
Lat/Long: 53.6199231/-1.6944028
Manor Mill Disused
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 53.6214794/-1.6941981
Linfit
Place: locality
Source: local knowledge
Lat/Long: 53.6226219/-1.6868556
Burton Royd
Place: locality
Source: local knowledge
Lat/Long: 53.6181893/-1.6878198
Addr Housenumber: 15
Lat/Long: 53.6198048/-1.6939169
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