Welcome to Barkisland

Barkisland is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of Calderdale, West Yorkshire. The village is situated on the south side of the Pennines and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Barkisland is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the scenic beauty of the area. The village has a rich history and is home to many historic buildings and landmarks.

One of the most notable landmarks in Barkisland is the Stainland Deanery. This historic building was built in the 14th century and is now a Grade II listed building. The Stainland Deanery was once the home of the Dean of Stainland and was used as a place of worship for the local community. Today, the building is used as a community center and is a popular venue for weddings and other events.

Barkisland is also home to many local businesses and shops. The village has a thriving economy and is a popular destination for shoppers. The local shops offer a wide range of products and services, including fresh produce, clothing, and gifts. Barkisland is also home to many restaurants and cafes, which offer a variety of cuisines to suit all tastes. Overall, Barkisland is a charming village that offers visitors a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.

Local Schools

School	Details
Barkisland C Of E Va Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Becky Schofield	Scammonden Road Barkisland Halifax West Yorkshire HX4 0BD 01422823324 School Website
Ripponden Junior And Infant School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lorraine Bamforth	Halifax Road Ripponden Sowerby Bridge West Yorkshire HX6 4AH 01422823362 School Website
Riverbank Primary School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr James Docherty	Unit 2 Ripponden Mill Ripponden Halifax West Yorkshire HX6 4DH 7880357448 School Website
Bowling Green Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Jamie Stuttard	Stainland Road Stainland Halifax West Yorkshire HX4 9HU 1422374863 School Website
Rishworth School Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr Anthony Wilkins	Rishworth Sowerby Bridge West Yorkshire HX6 4QA 01422822217 School Website
St Marys C Of E Vc J And I School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Yvette Sullivan	Mill Bank Sowerby Bridge West Yorkshire HX6 3EJ 01422823353 School Website
Triangle C Of E Vc Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Gavin Davies	Butterworth Lane Triangle Sowerby Bridge West Yorkshire HX6 3NJ 01422831558 School Website
St Johns Primary School In Rishworth Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanna Wasyliw	Godly Lane Rishworth Sowerby Bridge West Yorkshire HX6 4QR 01422822596 School Website
Norland C Of E Junior And Infant School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Yvette Sullivan	Berry Moor Road Norland Sowerby Bridge West Yorkshire HX6 3RN 01422831602 School Website
Holywell Green Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Mcveigh	Stainland Road Holywell Green Halifax West Yorkshire HX4 9AE 01422374369 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sowerby Bridge Station Road, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX6 3LB 2.33 Miles

Slaithwaite Station Road, Slaithwaite, West Yorkshire, HD7 5EB 3.75 Miles

Halifax Horton Street, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 1QE 4.14 Miles

Mytholmroyd New Road, Mytholmroyd, West Yorkshire, HX7 5DZ 4.62 Miles

Marsden Station Road, Marsden, West Yorkshire, HD7 6AX 4.93 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Aa's Ripponden Private Hire Cars 01422 822224 1A Mill Fold Way, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX6 4HS 0.90 Miles
Bridge Cars 01422 834008 Office 3 Unit 9 Sdh Industrial Estate, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX6 3BS 2.07 Miles
S And S Executive Travel 01422 375809 50 Highfield Avenue, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX4 8JD 2.27 Miles
G W Private Hire 01422 831000 Station Road, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX6 3AB 2.27 Miles
Wharf Taxis 01422 834712 14 Tower Hill, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX6 2EQ 2.39 Miles
West Vale Taxis 01422 300033 Rochdale Road, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX4 8AH 2.78 Miles
Willowfield Travel Services 01422 365571 45 Park Drive, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX2 7NP 2.92 Miles
Woods Taxis 01484 400900 146 Moor Hill Rd, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD3 3XA 3.32 Miles
Airport And Minibus Service 01422 321780 15 Roils Head Road, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX2 0NQ 3.45 Miles
Elland Taxis 01422 373739 92 Southgate, Elland, West Yorkshire, HX5 0EP 3.46 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Barkisland Po Box Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Greetland Road - Layby D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barkisland Mill D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ripponden Wood D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brig Royd D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Krumlin D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dyson Lane D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Branch Road Inn D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Brig Royd Surgery 01422 822209	Hirstwood Ripponden HX6 4BN
Station Road Surgery 01422 410433	Station Road Surgery Station Road Sowerby Bridge West Yorkshire HX6 3AB
Stainland Road Medical Centre 01422 374109	Stainland Rd Medical Ctr 70 Stainland Rd,Greetland Halifax West Yorkshire HX4 8BD
King Cross Practice 01422 230730	King Cross Surgery 199 King Cross Road King Cross, Halifax West Yorkshire HX1 3LW
Calderdale, Kirklees And Wakefield Bcsc	Salterhebble Halifax West Yorkshire HX3 0PW

Local Stores

Ripponden - Oldham Road
25 Oldham Road
Ripponden
Sowerby Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX6 4DN
01422 825206
Store Website
0.97 miles

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SPAR Huddersfield Road
Huddersfield Road
Elland
HX5 9AA
01422 648232
Store Website
3.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Hird And Partners
52 Oldham Road Ripponden Sowerby Bridge West Yorkshire HX6 4DP 01422 823312 hird@btconnect.com Website 1.05 miles
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The Friendly Animal Clinic
The Old Post Office Station Road Sowerby Bridge Halifax West Yorkshire HX6 3AA 01422 834336 info@friendlyanimalclinic.co.uk Website 2.29 miles
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Donaldson'S Vets Ltd
1 Wakefield Road Sowerby Bridge West Yorkshire HX6 2AP 01422 833960 admin@donaldsonsvets.co.uk 2.63 miles

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West Mount Vets West Vale
The Long Mill Bowes Yard Stainland Road, West Vale Halifax West Yorkshire HX4 8AD 01422 376702 Website 2.75 miles

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Halifax Vets4pets Ltd
Halifax Vets4pets Limited Aachen Way King Cross Halifax West Yorkshire HX1 3ND 01422 383000 halifax@vets4pets.com Website 3.28 miles
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Ashfield Veterinary Group - Halifax
Heath House Surgery Free School Lane Halifax West Yorkshire HX1 2PS 01422 365 306 nurseshalifax@ashfieldvets.com Website 3.49 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Scammonden Reservoir
5K Scenic Walk Just Off The M62 Huddersfield. A Couple Of Hills Around The Reservoir Low Platt Ln Huddersfield Lancashire HD3 3FR 2.12 miles

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Ryburn Reservoir
Lovely Walk Across The Dam And Around The Reservoir On And Off Lead Walking Ryburn Reservoir Ripponden 2.19 miles Car Park Just Off The Rochdale Road

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Scammonden Dam
Sledge Gate Lancashire 2.30 miles Near Huddersfield

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Baitings Reservoir
A Flat, Wooded Reservoir Walk, Quiet And Peaceful In The Winter Months And Fairly Busy On A Hot Day.This Walk Has Seen Various Improvements Recently Including New Paths And Better Drainage But It Is A Work In Progress!There Are Sheep In Surrounding Fields But No E On Route Itself. I Keep My Dog On The Lead Until I Get Through The Gate At The End Of The Dam.There Is A Car Park On The Main Road Near A Bus Stop Opposite New Inn Cottage Ripponden 2.71 miles The Car Park Is Next To The Dam

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Baiting Reservoir
Lovely Walk Any Weather On And Off Lead For Our Pups Would Wait Until On The Dam From The Car Park For Off Lead 195 A58 Ripponden 2.99 miles

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Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve
Park At Cromwell Bottom And Explore The Nature Reserve .... Lagoons, Woods, Meadow, Canal And River. 9 Cromwell Bottom Dr Elland Rd Brighouse Lancashire HD6 2SP 4.67 miles The Car Park Details Are On Website. Or You Can Park In Brighouse At Bethel Street Hd6 1Jr, Either On The Road Or In The Pay And Display Car Park Which Is On The Canal. From The Car Park, As You Face The Canal, Turn Right Along The Towpath. After About Half An Hours Walk You Will Reach Cromwell Bottom

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