Welcome to Water Houses

Water Houses is a small hamlet located in the heart of North Yorkshire. The place is known for its picturesque beauty and serene surroundings. The houses in Water Houses are built in traditional Yorkshire style, with stone walls and thatched roofs. The village is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, making it an ideal place for nature lovers. The village is also home to a number of small streams and ponds, which add to its charm. The water houses in the village are built near these streams and ponds, providing a unique living experience to the residents.

The water houses in Water Houses are not just beautiful to look at, but they also serve an important purpose. The houses are built near the streams and ponds to provide easy access to water. In the past, the water houses were used to store water for domestic use, as well as for irrigation. The water was collected from the streams and ponds and stored in large tanks in the houses. Today, the water houses are still used for the same purpose, although modern technology has made it easier to collect and store water.

Water Houses is a popular tourist destination in North Yorkshire, and the water houses are a major attraction for visitors. The houses are unique in their design and construction, and they offer a glimpse into the traditional way of life in Yorkshire. Visitors can take a walk around the village and admire the beautiful houses and the surrounding countryside. They can also learn about the history of the water houses and their importance in the past. Overall, Water Houses is a must-visit destination for anyone who wants to experience the beauty and charm of North Yorkshire.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Fountains Earth Lofthouse Church Of England Endowed Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nicola Thornber
Fountains Earth
Lofthouse
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 5RZ
01423755289
School Website
Middleham Church Of England Aided School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Marie Mann
Park Lane
Middleham
North Yorkshire
DL8 4QX
01969623592
School Website
Nidderdale High School
Community School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Kath Jordan
Low Wath Road
Pateley Bridge
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 5HL
01423711246
School Website
West Burton Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Charlotte Harper
West Burton
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8 4JY
01969650331
School Website
St Cuthberts Church Of England Primary School Pateley Bridge
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nicola Thornber
King Street
Pateley Bridge
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 5LE
01423711407
School Website
Spennithorne Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Marie Mann
Spennithorne
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8 5PR
01969623474
School Website
Grewelthorpe Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Pamela Acheson
Cross Hills
Grewelthorpe
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 3BH
1765658287
School Website
Kettlewell Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Claire Greenwood Mr Chris Parkhouse
Kettlewell
Skipton
North Yorkshire
BD23 5HX
01756760280
School Website
Masham Church Of England Va Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Fiona Lawson-Ross
1 Millgate
Market Place
Masham
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 4EG
01765689200
School Website
Leyburn Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Beveridge
Wensleydale Avenue
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8 5SD
1969623187
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Skipton
Broughton Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 1RT
17.17 Miles
Gargrave
Church Street, Gargrave, North Yorkshire, BD23 3NE
17.49 Miles
Ilkley
Station Plaza, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8HF
18.17 Miles
Ben Rhydding
Station Approach, Ben Rhydding, West Yorkshire, LS29 8ET
18.20 Miles
Horton-In-Ribblesdale
Station Road, Horton-In-Ribblesdale, North Yorkshire, BD24 0HH
18.20 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Sharp Hill Private Hire
07710 812143
Sharp Hill Farm Park Lane, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 4QY
6.96 Miles
M Y Private Hire
01969 623596
River View/Hillfoot, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5PH
8.19 Miles
Ladybird Private Hire
01765 688688
11 Swinton Terrace, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 4HS
8.27 Miles
Apex Private Hire
01765 650491
Maple Garth/Main St, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 3SD
8.48 Miles
Ure Cars
01677 448448
56 Maythorne Estate, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5DU
8.69 Miles
Redmire Private Hire
01969 625635
Beaulands Church Close, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 4EQ
9.24 Miles
Horseless Carriage Services
01756 753123
Patricks Yard, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 5NQ
9.95 Miles
North Yorkshire Taxi Co Ltd
01609 772295
8A Market Pl, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 1EQ
12.75 Miles
Taxis R Us
01677 424252
8A Market Pl, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 1EQ
12.75 Miles
Coopers Cabs
01677 424252
8A Market Place, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 1EQ
12.75 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

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Lofthouse Po
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Ramsgill D
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Horsehouse
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Braidley - D
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Gollinglith Foot
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West Scrafton
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Gammersgill - D
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Caldbergh - D
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Melmerby - D
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Tupgill Park - D
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Healey
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Ilton
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Nidderdale Group Practice
01423 711369
Feastfield Medical Centre
King St, Pateley Bridge
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 5AT
Masham Branch Surgery
Market Street
Masham
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 4DZ
Dr Akester & Partners
01765 658298
The Holroyd Surgery
Kirkby Malzeard
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 3SE
Leyburn Medical Practice
01969 622391
Leyburn Medical Practice
Brentwood
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8 5EP
Gp Extended Hours Service 2
01969 622391
Leyburn Medical Practice
Brentwood
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8 5EP
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Local Stores

Masham
7 Leyburn Road
Masham
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 4ER
01765 689087
Store Website
8.39 miles
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SPAR Chandler
High Street
Pateley Bridge
Harrogate
HG3 5AP
01423 712003
Store Website
8.0 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Equine Veterinary Ambulatory Service
Penhill Stud
Penhill Farm
West Witton
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8 4ND
07596459797
equinevetservice@gmail.com
Website
7.23 miles
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Open at weekends

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Bishopton Veterinary Group Llp
Bridgehousegate
Pateley Bridge
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 5HN
01423 712080
pateley@bishoptonvets.co.uk
Website
8.07 miles
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Open at weekends

Client car park

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Bainbridge Vets Ltd
Unit 3, Herriot Court
Leyburn Business Park
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8 5QA
01969 650263
reception@bainbridgevets.co.uk
Website
8.48 miles
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Yoredale Vets
Unit 1/2 Leyburn Business Park
Harmby Road
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8 5QA
01969 623024
enquiries@yoredalevets.co.uk
Website
8.48 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Eclipse Equine Veterinary Practice
Bewerley Riding Centre
Bewerley
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 5JA
01765 658635
richard@eclipseequine.co.uk
Website
8.81 miles
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Client car park

Animals Treated
Equines

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Yoredale Vets
High Burton
Masham
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 4BS
01765 689422
enquiries@yoredalevets.co.uk
Website
8.98 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Local Dog Walks

Hackfall Woods
Lovely Walk Through The Woods By A River. A Few Ruins To Explore If You Don't Mind The Hills.
Unnamed Road
Lancashire
8.44 miles

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Aysgarth Waterfalls
Take Approx 1.5-2 Hours. There Are 3 Beautiful Waterfalls To See Along The Way.
Church Bankcentre
Aysgarth
Leyburn
DL8 3TH
9.08 miles

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Aysgarth Falls
Aysgarth Falls Include A Number Of Small Waterfalls Which Create Beautiful Dramatic Scenery And Are Part Of The River Ure. The Walk Begins By Walking Through Woodland And Across Pasture Fields, Before Turning Back To Arrive At The Three Waterfalls - Lower Force, Middle Force, And High Force.
DL8 3TH
9.14 miles

The Walk Starts And Finishes From The Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, Which Has A Pay-And-Display Car Park, Toilets And Cafe. It Is Marked With Brown Tourism Signs From The A684 In Aysgarth Village.
Grass Wood Nature Reserve
Take A Walk Around One Of The Many Trails In Grass Wood Nature Reserve, Which Has Cool Woodland And Streams For Your Dog To Enjoy!
BD23 5NE
9.71 miles

From The B6265 In Grassington Take Wood Lane On Your Right And Travel North. Follow This For One Mile, The Nature Reserve Lies Alongside The Grassington And Conistone Minor Road.
Grass Woods Grassington
5 The Square
Grassington
Skipton
BD23 5AQ
9.79 miles

There Is A Small Car Park On The Upper Wood Side (Right Hand Side If You’Re Coming Directly From Grassington) It’S Difficult To Spot So Drive Slowly. If That’S Full You Can Also Park Along The Road Side By The Lower Wood Side.
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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
12.26 miles

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