Welcome to Dewsbury

Dewsbury is a town located in West Yorkshire, England. It is situated on the River Calder and is surrounded by hills and valleys. The town has a rich history, dating back to the 7th century when it was a small Saxon village. Over the years, Dewsbury has grown into a bustling town with a population of over 60,000 people.

One of the most notable landmarks in Dewsbury is the Dewsbury Minster. This historic church dates back to the 13th century and is a popular tourist attraction. The church is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. Visitors can also explore the church's crypt, which contains the remains of many notable figures from Dewsbury's past.

Dewsbury is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, including Crow Nest Park and Dewsbury Country Park. These parks offer a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the town and are popular with families and nature lovers. Overall, Dewsbury is a charming town with a rich history and plenty of attractions to explore.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

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Wind: 2.2 MPH

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Local Schools

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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
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
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
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
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
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
Westborough High School Foundation School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Cass	Stockhill Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 2JE 01924469549 School Website
St Johns Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Aidan Blackburn	Boothroyd Lane Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 2LP 01924325323 School Website
Boothroyd Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Matt Birkett	Temple Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 3QE 01924562425 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 1.38 Miles

Ravensthorpe Ravensthorpe, Ravensthorpe, West Yorkshire, WF12 9ED 1.43 Miles

Mirfield Station Road, Mirfield, West Yorkshire, WF14 8NL 2.83 Miles

Morley Station Road, Morley, West Yorkshire, LS27 8JR 4.23 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
A1 Royal Cars 01924 464444 28A Wellington Rd, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1HL 0.07 Miles
A1 Taxis 01924 464444 22-26 Wellington Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1HL 0.07 Miles
Crown Taxis 01924 452222 Reman House, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1JS 0.14 Miles
Crown Cars 01924 469393 South Street, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1JS 0.14 Miles
Rex Taxis 01924 464117 Camroyd Street, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1PW 0.26 Miles
Dewsbury Cars 01924 460000 14A Halifax Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 2JN 0.28 Miles
Royal Cars 01924 450000 5 Mill Street East, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9AQ 0.48 Miles
Airport 24-7 01924 463176 32 Windermere Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 7PQ 0.96 Miles
Village Cars 01924 451500 Lock St, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9BZ 1.26 Miles
Local Taxis 01924 475555 2 Bar St, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 5PG 1.37 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dewsbury Railway Station Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Eightlands Road 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:
Church Street D Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 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:
Westgate D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Corporation St D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Trinity D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moorlands Road D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Long Causeway 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
Cannon Way Collection Today available until:18:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Dewsbury Post Office Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Boothroyd Lane D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Park St D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dewsbury Hc - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Wellington Road Dewsbury WF13 1HL
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
The Albion Mount Medical Practice 01924 430676	The Albion Med Practice 47 Albion Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 2AJ
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
1.91 miles

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SPAR Saville Batley
BP Service Station
452 Bradford Rd
Batley
WF17 5LW
01924 473133
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Richmond House Veterinary Centre
47 Savile Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9PW 01924 462428 0.36 miles
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Animal Trust Vets Cic Dewsbury
Unit 2, 27 Railway Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 8EB 01924 927220 Dewsbury@animaltrust.org.uk Website 0.40 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 0.40 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 0.42 miles
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Sage Veterinary Group
Brinsdon House 9 Kaye Street Heckmondwike West Yorkshire WF16 0JN 01924 412292 1.95 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 1.95 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 2.49 miles

Location what3words save.risks.smashes

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 3.26 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 3.93 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 4.34 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 5.39 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 5.48 miles

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Weather Forecast

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