Welcome to Old Goole

Old Goole is a small town located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Ouse and was once a thriving port town. The town was established in the 1820s as a result of the construction of the Aire and Calder Navigation, which connected the town to the major cities of Leeds and Hull. The town grew rapidly during the 19th century, with the construction of the docks and the arrival of the railway in the 1840s.

The town's economy was based on the shipping industry, with goods such as coal, timber, and grain being transported through the docks. The town also had a thriving fishing industry, with fishermen catching salmon, trout, and eels in the River Ouse. The town's population grew rapidly during the 19th century, with many people moving to the town to work in the docks and the associated industries.

Today, Old Goole is a quiet town with a population of around 4,000 people. The town's docks are still in use, although they are now mainly used for the transportation of aggregates and other building materials. The town's fishing industry has declined, although there are still a few fishermen who operate on the River Ouse. The town's railway station is still in use, with regular services to Hull, Leeds, and Doncaster. Despite its decline, Old Goole still retains much of its historic charm, with many of its buildings dating back to the 19th century.