Welcome to Crackenedge

Crackenedge is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of Kirklees, West Yorkshire. The village is situated on the outskirts of Dewsbury and is home to a diverse community of people. The village has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was once a thriving industrial hub, with many mills and factories operating in the area. Today, the village is a quiet residential area, with a few local shops and amenities.

One of the most notable landmarks in Crackenedge is the St. John's Church. The church was built in the 19th century and is a Grade II listed building. The church is a beautiful example of Gothic Revival architecture and features stunning stained glass windows and intricate stonework. The church is still in use today and is a popular venue for weddings and other events.

Crackenedge is also home to a number of parks and green spaces. The Crackenedge Recreation Ground is a popular spot for families and features a children's play area, a football pitch, and a basketball court. The park is also home to a number of events throughout the year, including a summer fair and a fireworks display. Overall, Crackenedge is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 3.4°C

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Wind: 2.2 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Eastborough Junior Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Tracy Mahmood	Rockley Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 1NS 01924430960 School Website
Flatts Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mrs Andi Gilroy-Sinclair	Ashworth Green Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 2SU 01924456771 School Website
Al-Furqaan Preparatory School Other Independent School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Ms Shaheda Ughratdar	Drill Hall House Bath Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 2JR 1924453661 School Website
The Branch Christian School Other Independent School Ages:3-16 Head Teacher Mr Jill Holt	Dewsbury Gospel Church West Park Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 4LA 01924452511 School Website
Manor Croft Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms David Hewitt	Old Bank Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 7DW 01924325230 School Website
Savile Town Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Infant And Nursery School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Douglas	Warren Street Savile Town Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9LY 01924469455 School Website
Rida Girls High School Other Independent School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Hafsa Patel	39 Warren Street Savile Town Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9LX 1924925915 School Website
St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Jackie Rose	Oxford Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 4LL 01924527000 School Website
Carlton Junior And Infant School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Rizwana Mahmood-Ahmed	Off Upper Road Batley Carr Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 2DQ 01924325265 School Website
Warwick Road Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Shamsa Qureshi	Warwick Road Batley West Yorkshire WF17 6BS 01924455593 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Dewsbury Wellington Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1HF 0.09 Miles

Batley Upper Station Road, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 5TA 1.24 Miles

Ravensthorpe Ravensthorpe, Ravensthorpe, West Yorkshire, WF12 9ED 1.61 Miles

Mirfield Station Road, Mirfield, West Yorkshire, WF14 8NL 3.01 Miles

Morley Station Road, Morley, West Yorkshire, LS27 8JR 4.08 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Rex Taxis 01924 464117 Camroyd Street, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1PW 0.09 Miles
A1 Royal Cars 01924 464444 28A Wellington Rd, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1HL 0.24 Miles
A1 Taxis 01924 464444 22-26 Wellington Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1HL 0.24 Miles
Crown Taxis 01924 452222 Reman House, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1JS 0.26 Miles
Crown Cars 01924 469393 South Street, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1JS 0.26 Miles
Dewsbury Cars 01924 460000 14A Halifax Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 2JN 0.32 Miles
Royal Cars 01924 450000 5 Mill Street East, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9AQ 0.51 Miles
Airport 24-7 01924 463176 32 Windermere Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 7PQ 0.78 Miles
Local Taxis 01924 475555 2 Bar St, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 5PG 1.26 Miles
New Metro Taxis 01924 443377 2 Bar Street, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 5PG 1.26 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Corporation St D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dewsbury Post Office Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Dewsbury Railway Station Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Church Street D Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Park St D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dewsbury Bus Station Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Northfields Rd D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cannon Way Collection Today available until:18:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dewsbury Hc - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Wellington Road Dewsbury WF13 1HL
The Albion Mount Medical Practice 01924 430676	The Albion Med Practice 47 Albion Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 2AJ
Calder View Surgery 01924 351599	Dewsbury Health Centre Wellington Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 1HN
Eightlands Surgery 01924 351595	Eightlands Surgery Dewsbury Primary Care Ctr Wellington Rd, Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 1HN
Windsor Medical Centre 01924 465699	Windsor Medical Centre 2 William St, Leeds Rd Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 7BD

Local Stores

Thornhill
36 Savile Centre
The Town
Dewsbury
West Yorkshire
WF12 0QY
01924 466823
Store Website
1.98 miles

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SPAR Saville Batley
BP Service Station
452 Bradford Rd
Batley
WF17 5LW
01924 473133
Store Website
1.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Animal Trust Vets Cic Dewsbury
Unit 2, 27 Railway Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 8EB 01924 927220 Dewsbury@animaltrust.org.uk Website 0.32 miles

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Dewsbury Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit A, Railway Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 8EB 01924 482270 dewsbury@vets4pets.com Website 0.32 miles
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Richmond House Veterinary Centre
47 Savile Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9PW 01924 462428 0.45 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Calder Vets Ltd
Savile Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9LN 01924 465592 dewsbury@caldervets.co.uk Website 0.53 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Abbey House Veterinary Clinic
378 Soothill Lane Batley West Yorkshire WF17 6EU 01924 474300 info@crofthousevets.co.uk 1.81 miles

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Donaldson'S Vets Ltd
26- 28 Oldfield Lane Heckmondwike West Yorkshire WF16 0JD 01924 926441 admin@donaldsonsvets.co.uk Website 2.03 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Wilton Park
Also Has A Childrens Play Area, Crazy Golf, Tennis Courts And 5-A-Side Footy Pitches. 783 Bradford Rd Batley Lancashire WF17 8NB 2.44 miles

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Oakwell Hall And Country Park
Something For All Ages And Abilities. Plenty Of Space, Pathed Walks, A Tudor Hall To Explore, Gift Shop, Dog Poo Bins, Children's Play Areas, Ramblers' Centre, Cafe, Tourist Information, Stream And Ponds, Gardens, Toilets, Function Room. 18 Raikes Ln Birstall Batley WF17 9QU 3.23 miles Oakwell Country Park

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Horbury Lagoon
Great Walk Especially In Summer There Is Pathway Around The Lagoons Along Side The Calder River, With Plenty Of Safe Areas For Dogs To Get Into Lagoon For A Swim. There Is Also A Grass Area Next To The Lagoon, Ideal For The Dog Run To Around &Amp; Dry Off After A Swim. If You Continue Walking Along The Calder River (Keeping It On Your Left) You’Ll Come Across A Small Dog Friendly Cafe, Which Is An Added Bonus After A Walk. Horbury 3.86 miles Parking Is Available Under The Railway Line. Forge Lane, Horbury, Wf4

Location what3words trains.fastening.credible

Stoneycliffe Wood And Coxley Woods
Nature Reserve With Stream For Dogs To Play In And Other Routes Through Fields And Woods Stoneycliffe Wood Nature Reserve Upper Lane 4.38 miles Netherton

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Middleton Park
Almost In The Heart Of The City Of Leeds Is A Huge 190 Hectare Park With Woodlands, Open Grassland, A Cafe, A Little Lake, A Bike Track And Much, Much More. Known Affectionately As Miggy Woods By Locals. It’S So Big I’M Still Exploring It And Finding New Areas. Middleton Park Town Street Middleton 5.22 miles Middleton Park, Town Street, Middleton, Leeds, Ls10 3Sh

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Lofthouse Colliery Nature Park
Disused Colliery Now A Nature Park Which Consists Of Woodland, Heathland, Playing Fields And A Pond. Most Of The Paths Around The Site Are Named After The Various Coal Seams That Were Worked At Lofthouse Colliery. 106 Lingwell Nook Ln Lofthouse Wakefield WF3 3JA 5.30 miles

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Weather Forecast

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