Welcome to Thornhill

Thornhill is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of Kirklees, West Yorkshire. The village is situated on a hilltop and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Thornhill has a rich history dating back to the 13th century when it was first mentioned in historical records. The village has a strong sense of community and is home to several local businesses, including shops, pubs, and restaurants.

One of the most notable landmarks in Thornhill is the Thornhill Parish Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and features stunning stained glass windows and intricate stonework. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another popular attraction in Thornhill is the Thornhill Cricket Club, which has been in operation since the 19th century. The club hosts regular matches and events throughout the year and is a hub of activity for the local community.

Thornhill is also home to several beautiful parks and green spaces, including the Thornhill Recreation Ground and the Thornhill Lees Park. These parks offer a range of facilities, including playgrounds, sports fields, and picnic areas, making them popular destinations for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Overall, Thornhill is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community. Its stunning natural surroundings and range of local attractions make it a popular destination for visitors to West Yorkshire.

Local Weather

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Temp: 9.3°C

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Wind: 19.9 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Thornhill Junior And Infant School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fiona Gardiner	Edge Lane Thornhill Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 0QT 1924453259 School Website
Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Burton	Valley Drive Dewsbury WF12 0HE
Paradise Primary School Other Independent School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs F Bibi	1 Bretton Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9BB 1924439803 School Website
Overthorpe C Of E Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Walker	Edge Top Road Thornhill Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 0BH 01924325300 School Website
Ossett Academy And Sixth Form College Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Samantha Broome	Storrs Hill Road Ossett West Yorkshire WF5 0DG 01924232820 School Website
Thornhill Lees Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Infant And Nursery School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Douglas	Slaithwaite Road Thornhill Lees Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9DL 01924430548 School Website
Dimple Well Infant School And Nursery Foundation School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Williams	Healey Road Ossett West Yorkshire WF5 8LB 01924635033 School Website
Madni Muslim Girls High School Other Independent School Ages:2-16 Head Teacher Mrs Shakera Mirza	40-42 Scarborough Street Savile Town Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9AY 01924500335 School Website
St Ignatius Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tina Frances Connell	Storrs Hill Road Ossett Wakefield West Yorkshire WF5 0DQ 01924271625 School Website
Middlestown Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hannah Young	Cross Road Middlestown Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 4QE 1924278290 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Dewsbury Wellington Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1HF 1.97 Miles

Ravensthorpe Ravensthorpe, Ravensthorpe, West Yorkshire, WF12 9ED 2.12 Miles

Batley Upper Station Road, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 5TA 3.04 Miles

Mirfield Station Road, Mirfield, West Yorkshire, WF14 8NL 3.59 Miles

Wakefield Westgate Mulberry Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QN 4.27 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Thorn Hill Cars 01924 464222 67 The Town, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 0QX 0.80 Miles
Village Cars 01924 451500 Lock St, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9BZ 0.80 Miles
Kashmir Radio Cars 01924 263773 57 Bank Street, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 8PR 1.22 Miles
Town Cars 01924 362222 Bank Street, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 8PR 1.22 Miles
A A 15-15 Cars (Ossett) 01924 271515 127 Kingsway, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 8DN 1.37 Miles
Manor Cars Horbury Ltd 01924 263263 25 Dale Street, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 9DB 1.38 Miles
A1 Ossett Cars 01924 274274 25 Dale Street, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 9DB 1.38 Miles
A 2 B Taxis 01924 277277 2 New Street, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 8BH 1.39 Miles
Amber Cars And Mini Buses 01924 277277 2 New Street, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 8BH 1.39 Miles
Royal Cars 01924 450000 5 Mill Street East, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9AQ 1.47 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Church Lane D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Combs D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Partridge Cres D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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The Cross D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thornhill Edge Po Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Edge Avenue D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wf12 Thornhill Edge Albion Rd / Edge Rd D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Paddock Surgery 01924 465343	The Paddock Surgery Chapel Lane, Thornhill Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 0DH
Mountain Road Surgery 01924 522101	111 Mountain Road Thornhill Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 0BS
Thornhill Lees Medical Centre 01924 461369	140 Slaithwaite Road Thornhill Lees Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9DW
Middlestown 01924 237100	Middlestown Med Centre New Road, Middlestown Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 4PA
Chickenley Medical Centre 01924 452736	Walnut Lane Chickenley Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 8NJ

Local Stores

Thornhill
36 Savile Centre
The Town
Dewsbury
West Yorkshire
WF12 0QY
01924 466823
Store Website
0.77 miles

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SPAR Saville Batley
BP Service Station
452 Bradford Rd
Batley
WF17 5LW
01924 473133
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Calder Vets Ltd
Savile Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9LN 01924 465592 dewsbury@caldervets.co.uk Website 1.60 miles
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Richmond House Veterinary Centre
47 Savile Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9PW 01924 462428 1.63 miles
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Animal Trust Vets Cic Dewsbury
Unit 2, 27 Railway Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 8EB 01924 927220 Dewsbury@animaltrust.org.uk Website 1.66 miles

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Dewsbury Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit A, Railway Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 8EB 01924 482270 dewsbury@vets4pets.com Website 1.66 miles
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Palmer And Duncan Veterinary Surgeons
Sandbed House 2 Wakefield Road Ossett West Yorkshire WF5 9JB 01924 786688 info@pdvets.co.uk 1.71 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Calder Vets Ltd
50 High Street Horbury Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 5LE 01924 281401 horbury@caldervets.co.uk Website 2.15 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Horbury Lagoon
Great Walk Especially In Summer There Is Pathway Around The Lagoons Along Side The Calder River, With Plenty Of Safe Areas For Dogs To Get Into Lagoon For A Swim. There Is Also A Grass Area Next To The Lagoon, Ideal For The Dog Run To Around &Amp; Dry Off After A Swim. If You Continue Walking Along The Calder River (Keeping It On Your Left) You’Ll Come Across A Small Dog Friendly Cafe, Which Is An Added Bonus After A Walk. Horbury 2.29 miles Parking Is Available Under The Railway Line. Forge Lane, Horbury, Wf4

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Stoneycliffe Wood And Coxley Woods
Nature Reserve With Stream For Dogs To Play In And Other Routes Through Fields And Woods Stoneycliffe Wood Nature Reserve Upper Lane 2.43 miles Netherton

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Pugneys Country Park
Asdale Rd 4.00 miles

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Wilton Park
Also Has A Childrens Play Area, Crazy Golf, Tennis Courts And 5-A-Side Footy Pitches. 783 Bradford Rd Batley Lancashire WF17 8NB 4.39 miles

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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 4.81 miles

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Oakwell Hall And Country Park
Something For All Ages And Abilities. Plenty Of Space, Pathed Walks, A Tudor Hall To Explore, Gift Shop, Dog Poo Bins, Children's Play Areas, Ramblers' Centre, Cafe, Tourist Information, Stream And Ponds, Gardens, Toilets, Function Room. 18 Raikes Ln Birstall Batley WF17 9QU 5.19 miles Oakwell Country Park

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Weather Forecast

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