Welcome to High Birstwith

High Birstwith is a small village located in the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in North Yorkshire. The village is situated on the banks of the River Nidd and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is home to a small community of around 200 people and has a church, a village hall, and a pub.

One of the main attractions of High Birstwith is its stunning natural beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense woodland. The River Nidd runs through the village and provides a picturesque backdrop for walks and picnics. The village is also home to a number of footpaths and bridleways, making it a popular destination for walkers and cyclists.

High Birstwith is also known for its strong sense of community. The village has a close-knit community of residents who are proud of their village and work hard to maintain its character and charm. The village hall is a hub of activity, hosting a range of events and activities throughout the year, including a popular annual village fete. The local pub, The Station Hotel, is also a popular meeting place for locals and visitors alike.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 2.3°C

Feels Like: -3.2°C

Wind: 16.8 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Birstwith Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Kirkman	Wreaks Road Birstwith Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 2NJ 01423770554 School Website
Belmont Grosvenor School Other Independent School Ages:1-11 Head Teacher Mr Nathan Sadler	Swarcliffe Hall Birstwith Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 2JG 1423771029 School Website
Hampsthwaite Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Amy Ross	Church Lane Hampsthwaite Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 2EZ 1423771336 School Website
Kettlesing Felliscliffe Community Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Kirkman	Kettlesing Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 2LB 01423770576 School Website
Darley Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Nicholas Coates	Darley Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 2PZ 01423780234 School Website
Bishop Thornton Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Kirkman	Colber Lane Bishop Thornton Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 3JR 01423770185 School Website
Ripley Endowed Church Of England School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Kirkman	Ripley Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 3AY 01423770160 School Website
Killinghall Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Bassitt	Otley Road Killinghall Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 2DW 01423506307 School Website
Summerbridge Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicholas Coates	Summerbridge Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 4JN 01423780446 School Website
Saltergate Community Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Hall	Newby Crescent Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 2TT 01423506866 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Harrogate Station Parade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1TE 4.74 Miles

Starbeck High Street, Starbeck, North Yorkshire, HG2 7JA 5.82 Miles

Hornbeam Park Hookstone Road, Hornbeam Park, North Yorkshire, HG2 8QT 5.89 Miles

Pannal Station Road, Pannal, North Yorkshire, HG3 1JN 6.44 Miles

Knaresborough Station Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 9AA 6.84 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
3 Way Chauffeur Cars 01423 771512 15 Brookfield Crescent, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2EE 1.34 Miles
Airport And Private Hire 01423 771273 62 Hollins La, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2HH 1.58 Miles
A1 Executive And Airport Transfers 07951 123456 38 Norwich Dr, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2TQ 3.28 Miles
Harrogate Hackney Carriage Association 01423 303030 17 Westville Oval, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 3JN 3.73 Miles
A1 Cars 07710 832348 Timble Gr, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2BJ 3.76 Miles
Abbey Executive Cars 07970 617220 49 Over Nidd, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 3DB 3.84 Miles
Maybach Travel 01423 888888 Old Stables, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2AN 4.36 Miles
Central Radio Cabs 01423 505050 18A King's Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1BT 4.46 Miles
White Tiger Private Hire 01423 505369 16 Laburnum Grove, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 4EH 4.53 Miles
Pcs Executive Car Services 01423 505897 35 Harlow Oval, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 0DR 4.55 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Spring Gables Surgery	Spring Gables Surgery Clint Bank Birstwith Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 3AJ
Winksey Cottage, Hampsthwaite	Winksey Cottage High Street Hampstwaite Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 2EU
Killinghall Medical Centre	43 Ripon Road Killinghall Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 2DG
Harrogate Medical Centre	Harrogate Medical Centre Foundation College Penny Pot Lane Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 2SE
The Grange Medical Centre	The Grange Medical Centre Dacre Banks Harrogate North Yorkshire HG3 4DX

Local Stores

Jennyfield Drive
Jenny Field Drive
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 2XS
01423 566988
Store Website
3.68 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Woodlands
135 Wetherby Road
Harrogate
HG2 7AA
01423886252
Store Website
6.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Harrogate New Park Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Oak Beck Way Harrogate North Yorkshire HG1 3HT 01423850850 harrogatenewpark@vets4pets.com Website 3.62 miles
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Medivet Harrogate Oak Beck Way
Unit 1 Oak Beck Way Harrogate North Yorkshire HG1 3HU 01423 561414 harrogate.oak.beck.way@medivet.co.uk Website 3.67 miles
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Vetdentist
Unit 2/3 Coppice Gate Harrogate North Yorkshire HG1 2DR 01423 590590 info@vetdentist.co.uk Website 4.06 miles

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Yorkshire Vets Limited
Unit 2/3 Coppice Gate Harrogate Harrogate West Yorkshire HG1 2DR 0113 2698889 postmaster@yorkshirevets.co.uk Website 4.06 miles
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Crab Lane Veterinary Practice Ltd
30 Crab Lane Harrogate North Yorkshire HG1 3BE 01423 508945 crablanevets@btconnect.com Website 4.27 miles
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Wagtails Veterinary Centre
102 Kings Road Harrogate North Yorkshire HG1 5HH 01423 569524 Website 4.43 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Ripley Castle Dog Walk
Hollybank Lane In Ripley Offers A Scenic Walk That Takes You Around The Outside Of The Ripley Castle Walls. Ripley Castle Itself Unfortunately Cannot Allow Dogs Inside The Grounds Due To The Herd Of Deer That Live There, However The Walk Along Hollybank Lane Is A Fantastic Alternative. Oak Cottage Ripley Castle Estate Ripley Harrogate HG3 3AY 2.75 miles This Walk Is Down Hollybank Lane Which Takes You Around The Outside Of The Castle Walls.

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Nidd Gorge
Set In A Steep Wooded Valley, Nidd Gorge Has Over 140 Acres Of History. A Great Walk On The Northern Side Of The Woodland, Taking In The Dramatic Scenery Of The Wood And River. HG5 9HE 5.51 miles From The A1, Take Exit 47 Onto The A59 Towards Harrogate And York. Follow The A59 Over One Roundabout And At The Second Roundabout Take The Third Exit To Follow The A59. Continue Into Knaresborough And Onto High Street. From High Street, Take The B6165 Towards Ripley. After Around 1.5 Miles You Will Find The Car Park Just Before Scotton Drive.

Thruscross Resevoir
Amazing Walk Covering Variety Of Terrains Such As Small Beaches, Fern Bordered Paths And Fields, Great Forestry Tracks And Amazing Views.This Is An Ideal Route For Someone Who Wants To Provide Lots Of Stimulation For Their Dogs, Or Enjoys Taking Photos. Thruscross Reservoir Lancashire 5.63 miles

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Studley Royal Deer Park
Walk Through Deer Park, Possible Encounters With Deer Of Varying Sizes. Chair Walk Ripon Lancashire HG4 3DY 6.43 miles Studley Royal Car Park Is Accessible Through Studley Roger Village

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Conyngham Hall Trail
Conygham Hall Trail Is A Real Treat. Riverside Walk Next To River Nidd Then Parts Woodland On Paths Or Off Trail. There Number Pathways. Conyngham Hall Business Centre Bond End Knaresborough Lancashire HG5 9AY 6.48 miles Opposite Mother Shiptons Cave

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Otley Chevin
The Historic Market Town Of Otley In The Wharfe Valley Features The Chevin, A Popular Dog-Walking Spot. The Chevin Has Some Spectacular Views With Plenty Of Luscious Woodland And Heathland. The Highest Point Of The Chevin, And This Walks Start Point, Is Surprise View Which Reaches 282 Metres And Has Some Incredible Views Of Otley And Wharfedale. LS21 3JL 9.55 miles Chevin Forest Park Is In The Wharfe Valley, On Either Side Of East Chevin Road, Otley. It Is 10 Miles North-West Of Leeds City Centre.

Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	1.3°C	0.3°C	-1.3°C	-2.1°C	-1.1°C	2.2°C	7.6°C	11.1°C	11.8°C	10°C	7.7°C	7°C

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