Welcome to Ambler Thorn

Ambler Thorn is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of Kirklees, West Yorkshire. The village is situated on the outskirts of Huddersfield and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

The village has a rich history, dating back to the 17th century when it was a small farming community. Today, the village has a population of around 500 people and is home to a number of small businesses, including a post office, a pub, and a convenience store. The village also has a primary school, which serves the local community.

One of the main attractions in Ambler Thorn is the nearby Emley Moor Mast, which is the tallest freestanding structure in the UK. The mast stands at over 1,000 feet tall and is used for broadcasting television and radio signals. Visitors can take a tour of the mast and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Overall, Ambler Thorn is a charming village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Weather

Moderate rain

Temp: 11°C

Feels Like: 8.6°C

Wind: 13 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Shibden Head Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lucy Shaw	Hainsworth Moor Grove Queensbury Bradford West Yorkshire BD13 2ND 01274882458 School Website
Trinity Academy Bradford Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Tom Taylor	Deanstones Lane Bradford BD13 2AS 1274882214 School Website
Russell Hall Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Andrew Grant	West End Queensbury Bradford West Yorkshire BD13 2AW 01274882116 School Website
Trinity Academy Halifax Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr Sarah Case	Shay Lane Halifax West Yorkshire HX2 9TZ 01422244890 School Website
Foxhill Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sally Hey	Brighouse And Denholme Road Queensbury Bradford West Yorkshire BD13 1LN 01274882426 School Website
The North Halifax Grammar School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Desmond Deehan	Moorbottom Road Illingworth Halifax West Yorkshire HX2 9SU 01422244625 School Website
The Whitley Ap Academy Academy Alternative Provision Converter Ages:7-16 Head Teacher Mr Phillip Hannah	Whitley Phoenix Centre Moorbottom Road Halifax West Yorkshire HX2 9SR 1422244181 School Website
Bradshaw Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Tracy Turner	Ingham Lane Bradshaw Halifax West Yorkshire HX2 9PF 1422244283 School Website
Whitehill Community Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Jimmy Sayles	Occupation Lane Illingworth Halifax West Yorkshire HX2 9RL 01422244471 School Website
Abbey Park Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs James Laughton	Keighley Close Illingworth Halifax West Yorkshire HX2 9DG 01422246610 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Halifax Horton Street, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 1QE 2.76 Miles

Sowerby Bridge Station Road, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX6 3LB 4.22 Miles

Low Moor New Works Road, Low Moor, West Yorkshire, BD12 7BD 4.59 Miles

Bradford Interchange Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1TU 5.03 Miles

Bradford Forster Square Forster Square, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4HY 5.09 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Holmfield Private Hire 01422 249440 Holmfield Mill/Holdsworth Rd, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 6SN 0.76 Miles
Pams Private Hire 01274 816921 20 Hillcrest Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD13 2RA 0.83 Miles
Cue Cars 01274 884000 Black Dyke Mills, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD13 1QA 0.90 Miles
Queens Car Private Hire 01274 818999 50 Brighouse Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD13 1QE 0.91 Miles
Instylecs Luxury Cars 01422 242434 9-10 Whitehill Cottages, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX2 9HB 1.40 Miles
Friendly Private Hire 01422 343468 Unit 20/Calderdale Business Park/Club Lane, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX2 8DB 1.66 Miles
Mac's Travel 01274 882700 14 Cranbrook St, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD14 6NX 2.06 Miles
Bank Top Taxis 01274 522833 1 Beacon Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD6 3NB 2.29 Miles
Excell Executive Chauffeurs 07773 475608 56 Pentland Avenue, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD14 6JF 2.35 Miles
Crossleys Taxis 01422 250100 Dean Clough Limited, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 5WD 2.37 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Moor Close D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West End D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Catherine Slack D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Long Lane D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Holdsworth Road D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ashbourne Crescent D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Popples D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Holmfield Old P O D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mountain D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Queensbury Po Box Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Bartle E 01274 677198	Queensbury Health Centre Russell Road Queensbury Bradford West Yorkshire BD13 2AG
The Willows Medical Practice 01274 888350	The Willows Medical Pract Osbourne Drive,Queensbury Bradford West Yorkshire BD13 2GD
Keighley Road Surgery 01422 247528	Keighley Road Surgery Keighley Road Illingworth, Halifax West Yorkshire HX2 9LL
Beechwood Medical Centre 01422 305970	Beechwood Medical Centre 60A Keighley Road,Ovenden Halifax West Yorkshire HX2 8AL
Nursery Lane Medical Centre	Nursery Lane Halifax West Yorkshire HX3 5TE

Local Stores

Queensbury High St
High Street
Queensbury
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD13 2PD
01274 882197
Store Website
0.75 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Halifax
SKIRCOAT ROAD
HALIFAX
HALIFAX
HX1 2JN
01422354169
Store Website
2.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Shearbridge Veterinary Centre
Queensbury Veterinary Centre 10 Osbourne Drive Queensbury Bradford West Yorkshire BD13 2GD 01274 884065 info@shearbridgevets.co.uk Website 0.73 miles
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Animals Treated
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Hird And Partners
Lower Giles Hill Farm South Lane Halifax West Yorkshire HX3 7TW 01274 601 534 shelfequineclinic@hotmail.co.uk Website 1.49 miles
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Community Pet Clinic
Shroggs Road Retail Park Shroggs Road Halifax West Yorkshire HX3 5HL Website 2.05 miles


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Clayton Veterinary Centre
1 Reva Syke Road Clayton Bradford West Yorkshire BD14 6QN 01274 884800 2.20 miles

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West Mount Vets
187 Pellon Lane Halifax West Yorkshire HX1 5RJ 01422 354542 office@westmountvets.co.uk Website 2.41 miles

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Rspca Halifax
Fao Sandra Laker R S P C A Animal Centre Wade Street Halifax Yorkshire HX1 1SN 01422 365 628 Website 2.49 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Ogden Water
Ogden Ln Halifax Lancashire HX2 8XZ 1.84 miles Between Halifax &Amp; Keighley

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Chellow Dene Reservoir
Chellow Dene Is A Local Beauty Spot On The Western Outskirts Of Bradford City Which Can Be Reached By Public Transport.Although Within The City Boundaries Chellow Dene Reservoirs Lie Within A Quiet Wooded Valley And Are A Haven For Wildlife Including Herons And Owls. Chellow Dean Reservoirs 3.71 miles

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Judy Woods
The Woods Are Popular For Dog Walkers, They Offer Shelter In The Rain And Shade In The Summer. The Woods Walk Can Be As Short Or As Long As You Like. It’S Pretty Much Flat With Some Shallow Climbs. Once Into The Woods There Are No Roads Nearby And So A Great Place For Off Lead Where Sydney Loves To Explore The The Woods, Chase The Squirrels And Play In The Beck That Runs Through The Woods. It Her Favourite Daily Walk. Station Rdwyke Halifax Bradford BD12 8LA 3.75 miles The Most Popular Entrance Is Along Station Road Which Is Easy To Get To. If You Google Judy Woods It Can Take You To Other Entrances.

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Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve
Park At Cromwell Bottom And Explore The Nature Reserve .... Lagoons, Woods, Meadow, Canal And River. 9 Cromwell Bottom Dr Elland Rd Brighouse Lancashire HD6 2SP 4.80 miles The Car Park Details Are On Website. Or You Can Park In Brighouse At Bethel Street Hd6 1Jr, Either On The Road Or In The Pay And Display Car Park Which Is On The Canal. From The Car Park, As You Face The Canal, Turn Right Along The Towpath. After About Half An Hours Walk You Will Reach Cromwell Bottom

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Goit Stock Cullingworth
A Woodland Walk That Takes You Past Several Smaller Waterfalls And The Well-Known Larger Waterfall. There Are A Few Different Paths, The Main One Takes You Alongside The River And Can Be Very Muddy In Winter / Autumn! Dogs Can Be Off-Lead, There Are Farm Animals On Parts Of The Walk, Especially Cows In Summer, So Care Must Be Taken To Have Dogs On Lead At Certain Points. 4 Goit Stock Ln Harden Bingley BD16 1JH 5.10 miles You Can Get To Goit Stock From Harden, Cullingworth Or Wilsden

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Northcliffe Woods Shipley
Woods Next To Northcliffe Park In Shipley 2 Cliffe Gardens Shipley BD18 3DB 5.58 miles Park Outside The Gate And You Can Either Walk Along The Flat Bit Past The Little Train And Continue On, Going Up The Steps At The End And Looping Back On Yourself To Return Through The Upper Section Of The Woods. Or You Can Go Forward Towards The Park Itself And Return The Way You Came. You Can'T Get Lost.

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Weather Forecast

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

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Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.6°C	-8.8°C	-8.8°C	-11.1°C	-12°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-15.4°C	-11.3°C	-11.1°C	-15°C	-16.6°C

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Temp	-12.1°C	-11.9°C	-11.5°C	-11°C	-7.8°C	-4.2°C	0.2°C	3.6°C	4.4°C	2.5°C	0.4°C	-0.4°C
Feels Like	-17.8°C	-18.4°C	-18.8°C	-18.8°C	-15.3°C	-11.1°C	-5.8°C	-1.5°C	0°C	-1.3°C	-3.5°C	-4.8°C

Tuesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

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Temp	-1.3°C	-1.8°C	-1.6°C	-0.8°C	0.4°C	2.5°C	5.5°C	6.7°C	6.1°C	4.2°C	2.9°C	0.6°C
Feels Like	-5.8°C	-6.3°C	-6.2°C	-5.5°C	-4.3°C	-1.9°C	1.4°C	3°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-0.9°C	-3.5°C

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