Welcome to West Cowick

West Cowick is a small village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles east of the town of Snaith and 5 miles west of the town of Goole. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The village also has a primary school, a village hall, and a pub.

The village of West Cowick has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, and was once home to a number of mills and a railway station. Today, the village is a peaceful and picturesque place to live, with a strong sense of community. The village hosts a number of events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas fair.

West Cowick is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with the River Aire and the River Ouse both nearby. The village is surrounded by fields and woodland, making it a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. The nearby town of Goole offers a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and a cinema. The village is also well-connected, with easy access to the M62 motorway and the cities of Leeds, York, and Hull.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 14.3°C

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Wind: 22.6 MPH

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Local Schools

School Details
St Nicholas Church Of England Primary School West Tanfield
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Sarah Taylor
Mowbray Terrace
West Tanfield
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 5JN
01677470329
School Website
North Stainley Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Louise Wallen
North Stainley
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 3HT
01765635276
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
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
Snape Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jane Wood
Ings Lane
Snape
Bedale
North Yorkshire
DL8 2TF
01677470380
School Website
Kirkby Malzeard Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Taylor
Kirkby Malzeard
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 3RT
01765658329
School Website
Cambian Spring Hill
Other Independent Special School
Ages:8-19
Head Teacher
Mrs Samantha Campbell
Palace Road
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 3HN
1765603320
School Website
Burneston Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Suzanne Smart
Burneston
Bedale
North Yorkshire
DL8 2HX
01677423183
School Website
Thornton Watlass Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jane Wood
Thornton Watlass
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 4AH
01677422685
School Website
Ripon Grammar School
Community School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Jonathan Webb
Clotherholme Road
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 2DG
01765602647
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Thirsk
Station Road, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4LS
8.99 Miles
Northallerton
Boroughbridge Road, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 8AN
10.67 Miles
Knaresborough
Station Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 9AA
14.37 Miles
Starbeck
High Street, Starbeck, North Yorkshire, HG2 7JA
14.70 Miles
Harrogate
Station Parade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1TE
14.83 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Ladybird Private Hire
01765 688688
11 Swinton Terrace, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 4HS
3.05 Miles
Apex Private Hire
01765 650491
Maple Garth/Main St, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 3SD
3.85 Miles
Bills Taxis
01765 600709
9 Lark Hill Crescent, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 2HN
4.77 Miles
Havacab
01765 646950
2 Doublegates Av, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 2TP
4.87 Miles
Arrow Taxis
01765 608080
Unit B Ash Grove Industrial Estate, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 2DJ
4.90 Miles
Shaun's Minibuses
01765 608090
Unit B/Ash Grove Ind Est, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 2DJ
4.90 Miles
Dawsons Taxi
07971 023724
Darnborough Gate, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 2TF
4.95 Miles
P And P Cars
01765 608532
34 North Rd, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 1JR
5.14 Miles
A1 Cars
07710 832348
A/14 Allhallowgate, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 1LF
5.38 Miles
Ripon City Market Taxis
01765 609909
Market Pl East, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 1BP
5.45 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
West Tanfield
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
West Tanfield Old Po
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Nosterfield - D
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Mickley
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Aldburgh
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Thornborough - D
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North Stainley Po
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Well - D
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Azerley Lodge
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Railway Station (Ripon)
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Sutton Howgrave - D
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Grewelthorpe
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Market Place (Masham)
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Park Street D
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Masham Po
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
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
Gp Extended Access - Ripon
01765 690666
North House Surgery
North Street
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 1HL
Ripon And Masham Hub
01765 690666
North House Surgery
North St
Ripon
HG4 1HL
North House Surgery
01765 690666
North House Surgery
North House, North Street
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 1HL
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Local Stores

Masham
7 Leyburn Road
Masham
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 4ER
01765 689087
Store Website
3.14 miles
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SPAR Ripon
BP Service Station
Broadway
Ripon
HG4 1HJ
01765 609572
Store Website
5.2 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

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

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Dogs

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Poultry

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Sunley Raynes
Galphay Lane
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 3AJ
01765 645893
office@raftsolutions.co.uk
Website
4.75 miles
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Sunley Raynes Farm
Galphay Lane
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 3AJ
01765 602396
equine@bishoptonequinevets.co.uk
Website
4.75 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Sandhill Veterinary Services Ltd
Bbp House, 14 Keld Close
Barker Business Park
Melmerby
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 5NB
01845 578710
vets@sandhillvet.co.uk
Website
4.85 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Poultry

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Bishopton Veterinary Group Llp
Mill Farm
Studley Road
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 2QR
01765 602396
admin@bishoptonvets.co.uk
Website
5.27 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

Pigs

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Forrest House Veterinary Group
Forest House Veterinary Group
13 North End
Bedale
North Yorkshire
DL8 1AF
01677 422124
gemma.gouder@forresthouse@veterinary.co.uk
Website
5.90 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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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
2.57 miles

Location
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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
6.07 miles

Studley Royal Car Park Is Accessible Through Studley Roger Village
Location
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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
11.44 miles

This Walk Is Down Hollybank Lane Which Takes You Around The Outside Of The Castle Walls.
Location
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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
13.18 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.
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
14.11 miles

Opposite Mother Shiptons Cave
Location
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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
14.98 miles

Location
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