Welcome to Bantam Grove

Bantam Grove is a small but vibrant community located in the heart of West Yorkshire. The area is known for its rich history and cultural significance, with many of its buildings and landmarks dating back to the 19th century. The community is home to a diverse range of residents, including families, young professionals, and retirees, all of whom contribute to the area's unique character and charm.

One of the most notable features of Bantam Grove is its beautiful green spaces. The area is home to several parks and gardens, including the popular Bantam Grove Park, which offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The park is a popular spot for picnics, walks, and outdoor activities, and is a great place to relax and unwind after a busy day. In addition to its parks, Bantam Grove is also home to several nature reserves and wildlife habitats, making it a great place for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Another defining feature of Bantam Grove is its strong sense of community. The area is home to several community centers and social clubs, which offer a range of activities and events for residents of all ages. From sports teams and fitness classes to art workshops and cultural festivals, there is always something happening in Bantam Grove. This strong sense of community is reflected in the area's friendly and welcoming atmosphere, making it a great place to live, work, and visit.

Local Weather

Cloudy

Temp: 13.2°C

Feels Like: 13.1°C

Wind: 4 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Grove Lea Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs S A Henshall	Hemsworth Grove Lea Primary, Grove Terrace Hemsworth Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 4BQ 1977615080 School Website
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Louise Bird	Highfield Road Hemsworth Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 4LJ 01977625354 School Website
Compass Community School Hemsworth Other Independent Special School Ages:11-17 Head Teacher Mr Chris Hughes	58 Highfield Road Hemsworth Pontefract WF9 4EA 7738724903
Outwood Academy Hemsworth Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Suzie Day	Wakefield Road Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 4AB 1977624220 School Website
West End Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Chris Johnson	Regent Street Hemsworth Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 4QJ 01977616732 School Website
St Helens Ce Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Sennett	Highfield Road Hemsworth Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 4EG 01977617955 School Website
Brierley Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Samantha Benson	Beech Close Brierley Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 9EJ 01226711332 School Website
King's Meadow Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Robert Cochrane	Wakefield Road Fitzwilliam Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 5BP 1977617470 School Website
Northfield Primary School: With Communication Resource Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Vanessa Vaughan	Northfield Lane South Kirkby Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 3LY 01977651291 School Website
South Kirkby Common Road Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Mrs Danielle Edwards	Common Road South Kirkby Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 3EA 01977651918 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Fitzwilliam Railway Terrace, Fitzwilliam, West Yorkshire, WF9 5DA 1.79 Miles
06:00 to Sheffield Platform:1 On time 06:01 to Leeds Platform:2 On time
Moorthorpe Barnsley Road, Moorthorpe, West Yorkshire, WF9 3AT 2.12 Miles
05:55 to Leeds Platform:2 On time 06:15 to Sheffield Platform:1 On time
South Elmsall Station Road, South Elmsall, West Yorkshire, WF9 2HP 2.84 Miles
06:12 to Leeds Platform:2 On time
Featherstone Featherstone, Featherstone, West Yorkshire, WF7 7HJ 2.90 Miles
05:54 to Knottingley Platform:2 On time
Thurnscoe Station Road, Thurnscoe, South Yorkshire, S63 0JR 4.87 Miles
05:49 to Leeds Platform:2 On time

Local Taxis

Taxi
Tingeystaxis 01977 611111 27 Market Street, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4LB 0.15 Miles
001 Cars And Minibuses 01977 611001 9 Cross Hill, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4LD 0.22 Miles
Hemsworth Cars 24 Hours 01977 618888 12 Cross Hill, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4LQ 0.25 Miles
Hcl Chauffeurs 01977 618888 12 Cross Hill, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4LQ 0.25 Miles
Hcl Taxis Ltd 01977 625625 12 Cross Hill, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4LQ 0.25 Miles
Premier Private Hire 01977 615151 27 Mount Avenue, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4QE 0.39 Miles
Stevesfonecar 01977 643000 12 Beacon View, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 3BY 1.66 Miles
Shazs Cars 01977 608053 27 Beacon View, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 3BW 1.70 Miles
Baz's Private Hire 01977 640898 14 Grove Drive, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 3PZ 1.71 Miles
Joes Travel 01977 658882 Common Rd, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 3EA 1.78 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Highfield Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Common End Po Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leybrook Croft Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hemsworth Po Collection Today available until:12:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Holly Bank Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kirkby Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barnsley Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Norwood Cres Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ashfield Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moorfield Place Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wortley Place Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Archbishop Holgates Hospital Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Briar Bank Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
2 Park Avenue Brieley S729eq Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Grange - Secondary Care 01977 610009	Highfield Road Hemsworth Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 4DP
The Grange Medical Centre 01977 610009	The Grange Medical Centre Highfield Road, Hemsworth Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 4DP
Southmoor Surgery	Southmoor Road Hemsworth Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 4LU
Kinsley Health Centre	Wakefield Road Fitzwilliam West Yorkshire WF9 5BP
Brierley Medical Centre 01226 711278	Church Drive Brierley Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 9HZ

Local Stores

South Kirkby
1 White Apron Street
South Kirkby
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF9 3LH
01977 652522
Store Website
1.54 miles

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SPAR Ackworth
Ackworth Service Station
Barnsley Road
Ackworth
Ponterfract
WF7 7HY
01977 611 832
Store Website
2.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Hemsworth Vets4pets Ltd
Wakefield Road Hemsworth Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 4AB hemsworth@vets4pets.com Website 0.33 miles

Animals Treated
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Medivet South Elmsall
28A Minsthorpe Lane South Elmsall Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 2NY 01977 643146 south.elmsall@medivet.co.uk Website 2.22 miles
Amenities
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Abbey Veterinary Group
212 Barnsley Road Cudworth Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 8UJ 01226 716802 info@abbeyvetsgroup.co.uk Website 3.78 miles


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Equine Veterinary Centre
Gap Farm Moorhouse Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 7HA 01977 652280 equinevetcentre@hotmail.com Website 3.86 miles
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Abbey Veterinary Group
123 Midland Road Royston Barnsley South Yorkshire S71 4PX 01226 722773 info@abbeyvetsgroup.co.uk Website 4.09 miles


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The Veterinary Surgery
22/24 Rotherham Road Great Houghton Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 0DE 01226 756688 info@theveterinarysurgery.com Website 4.15 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Rabbit Ings
Rabbit Ings Is A Country Park Located On The Former Colliery Yard And Spoil Heap Of The Monkton Colliery And Then The Royston Drift Mine, Which Closed In 1989. The 64-Hectare Site, Situated Near Royston In South Yorkshire, Is Home To An Array Of Wildlife – Including Newts, Snakes And Herons. Rabbit Ings Country Park Shafton 3.33 miles

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Frickley Country Park
Lots Of Different Routes, Mainly Pathed Out To Follow. Great Walk For The Dogs, Can Get Muddy When It’S Been Raining. Pontefract Lancashire 3.35 miles Parking Off Doncaster Road

Location what3words brochure.responses.milder

Haw Park Wood
A Beautiful Forest Walk. Starts Along A Canal, Then Opens Up Into Multiple Pathways That Can Make Either A Quick Loop Or Multiple Loops For A Longer Walk.Both Our Dogs Love It Here For The Smells, Plus Wide Pathways! La Terrazza The Balk Walton Wakefield WF2 6QL 4.96 miles Free Parking Outside The Waterton Park Golf Club.

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Walton Colliery Nature Park
This Is A Great Place To Walk Dogs In All Weather! There Are A Number Of Different Routes You Can Take Around The Park, There Are A Couple Of Lakes/Ponds Which Do Have Ducks/Geese But There Are Still Plenty Of Spots Where The Dogs Can Get In For A Swim. Sunday Is A Popular Day For Horse Riders So Something To Watch Out For. The Train Track Is Fenced But Best Use Caution When Walking Past To Ensure Your Dog Doesn’T Get Past. 9 The Balk Walton Wakefield WF2 6JZ 5.36 miles Free Parking Is Available Wf2 6Nb

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Newmillerdam
Newmillerdam Is A Dam Surrounded By Woods. It’S A Get Walk To Let Your Four Legged Friend Run Free After Squirrels Off Their Lead. It Does Have Parking But There Is A Cost, However It Is Not Expensive. The Dam Itself It Surrounded By A Flat Gravel Path And There’S Plenty Of Shallow Parts To The Water Where Your Dog Can Go Swimming Or Get A Drink. The Dam Is Surrounded By A Wood Where You’Ll Find Loads Of Sticks To Throw. There Are Plenty Of Different Routes To Take, You Can Do A Short Walk Just Around The Dam Or A 2 Hour Long Walk Through The Woods. Fox &Amp; Hounds 672 Barnsley Rd Newmillerdam Wakefield WF2 6QQ 6.53 miles

Location what3words twisty.wiggling.tiptoes

Pugneys Country Park
Asdale Rd 7.36 miles

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Weather Forecast

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

	Clear	Clear	Fog	Mist	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy
Temp	17.2°C	15.1°C	15.3°C	15.7°C	18°C	21.7°C	24.6°C	26.1°C	25.8°C	24.5°C	22°C	18.3°C
Feels Like	17.2°C	14.8°C	15.2°C	15.7°C	18°C	21.7°C	25.6°C	26.8°C	26.6°C	25.8°C	22°C	21°C

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

	Cloudy	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	18.6°C	16.8°C	15.4°C	14.9°C	18.5°C	22.7°C	24.3°C	24.7°C	24.4°C	23.4°C	20.9°C	17.9°C
Feels Like	18.6°C	16.8°C	15.4°C	14.9°C	18.5°C	23.8°C	25.3°C	25.7°C	25.6°C	25.1°C	20.9°C	17.9°C

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	16.9°C	15.6°C	14.7°C	14.2°C	18.1°C	21.5°C	23°C	23.8°C	23.8°C	23.2°C	20.9°C	18.7°C
Feels Like	16.9°C	15.6°C	14.8°C	14.3°C	18.1°C	21.5°C	24.7°C	25.3°C	25.4°C	25.1°C	20.9°C	18.7°C

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