Welcome to Heckmondwike

Heckmondwike is a small town located in the metropolitan borough of Kirklees, West Yorkshire. The town has a rich history dating back to the 13th century when it was known as Hecmundewik. The town was once a centre for the wool trade and had several mills that produced textiles. Today, the town has a population of around 17,000 people and is known for its diverse community and vibrant cultural scene.

One of the most notable landmarks in Heckmondwike is the St. James' Church, which dates back to the 19th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. Another popular attraction in the town is the Heckmondwike Market, which is held every Wednesday and Saturday. The market is a great place to find fresh produce, clothing, and other goods.

Heckmondwike is also home to several parks and green spaces, including Green Park and Heckmondwike Memorial Park. These parks offer a range of recreational activities, including walking, cycling, and picnicking. The town also has a number of sports clubs and facilities, including a cricket club, a football club, and a leisure centre. Overall, Heckmondwike is a charming town with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 10.3°C

Feels Like: 9.2°C

Wind: 5.6 MPH

Wind Dir: ENE

Local Schools

School	Details
Heckmondwike Grammar School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Peter Roberts	High Street Heckmondwike West Yorkshire WF16 0AH 01924402202 School Website
Brian Jackson College Other Independent School Ages:13-18 Head Teacher Miss J Green	Vision House Units 1 - 6 Grove Mills High Street Heckmondwike West Yorkshire WF16 0AD 1924408306
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr John Cooper	Bath Road Heckmondwike West Yorkshire WF16 9EA 1924400820 School Website
Heckmondwike Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Kathryn Chubb	Cawley Lane Heckmondwike West Yorkshire WF16 0AN 01924325690 School Website
Staincliffe Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Paul Dixon	Staincliffe Hall Road Staincliffe Batley West Yorkshire WF17 7QX 01924326756 School Website
Millbridge Junior Infant And Nursery School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lauren Mccaffrey	Vernon Road Liversedge West Yorkshire WF15 6HU 01924668836 School Website
Healey Junior Infant And Nursery School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Luisa Lang	Healey Lane Healey Batley West Yorkshire WF17 8BN 1924326386 School Website
Manorfield Infant And Nursery School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Mrs Kim Bradshaw	Manor Way Batley West Yorkshire WF17 7DQ 1924326718
Norristhorpe Junior And Infant School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Lyles	School Street Norristhorpe Liversedge West Yorkshire WF15 7AW 01924325720 School Website
Ethos College Academy Alternative Provision Converter Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Smith	Knowles Hill Road Dewsbury WF13 4QS 1924469170

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Batley Upper Station Road, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 5TA 1.86 Miles

Dewsbury Wellington Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1HF 1.86 Miles

Ravensthorpe Ravensthorpe, Ravensthorpe, West Yorkshire, WF12 9ED 2.22 Miles

Mirfield Station Road, Mirfield, West Yorkshire, WF14 8NL 2.62 Miles

Morley Station Road, Morley, West Yorkshire, LS27 8JR 4.06 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Taxi Choice 01924 411527 Tyson Ho/27 High St, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire, WF16 0JA 0.21 Miles
Eastern Taxis 01924 406669 5 Royle Fold, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire, WF16 0HR 0.27 Miles
Road Runner Airport Travel 01924 502080 49 Market Street, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire, WF16 0EU 0.29 Miles
Z Cars 01924 400500 10B Union St, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire, WF16 0HH 0.39 Miles
Custom Cabs Uk 07779 358742 4 New North Road, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire, WF16 9DW 0.47 Miles
Walkers Travel Airport Taxi Service 01924 401866 54 Milton Road, Liversedge, West Yorkshire, WF15 7BH 0.51 Miles
Bits For Cars 01924 409232 471 Wakefield Road, Liversedge, West Yorkshire, WF15 6BL 0.66 Miles
Hecky Travel Airport Transfers 01924 513457 18 Scott Avenue, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire, WF16 9AH 0.72 Miles
Street Cars 01924 477000 Amber St, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 8HH 1.28 Miles
Gt Taxis 01924 440088 Upper Commercial Street, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 5DH 1.39 Miles

Local Post Boxes

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Chapel Lane D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Jeremy Lane D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Harewood Ave D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Cresswell Lane D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Heckmondwike Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Heckmondwike Health Centre 16 Union Street Heckmondwike WF16 0HH
Undercliffe Surgery 01924 403406	Undercliffe Surgery 16 Union Street Heckmondwike West Yorkshire WF16 0HH
Brookroyd House 01924 403061	Brookroyd Surg,Union St Heckmondwike H/C Heckmondwike West Yorkshire WF16 0HH
Cook Lane Surgery 01924 402073	Cook Lane Heckmondwike West Yorkshire WF16 9JG
Healds Road Surgery 01924 438222	Healds Road Surgery Healds Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 4HT

Local Stores

Petrol Millbridge
Bradford Road
Liversedge
West Yorkshire
WF15 6JE
01924 412071
Store Website
0.84 miles

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Donaldson'S Vets Ltd
26- 28 Oldfield Lane Heckmondwike West Yorkshire WF16 0JD 01924 926441 admin@donaldsonsvets.co.uk Website 0.15 miles

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Sage Veterinary Group
Brinsdon House 9 Kaye Street Heckmondwike West Yorkshire WF16 0JN 01924 412292 0.17 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Abbey House Veterinary Clinic
1 Cross Church Street Cleckheaton West Yorkshire BD19 3RP 01274 876686 cleckheaton@abbeyvetspets.co.uk Website 2.08 miles
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Richmond House Veterinary Centre
47 Savile Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9PW 01924 462428 2.12 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 2.14 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 2.22 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 1.59 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 1.95 miles Oakwell Country Park

Location what3words torn.upper.notice

Judy Woods
The Woods Are Popular For Dog Walkers, They Offer Shelter In The Rain And Shade In The Summer. The Woods Walk Can Be As Short Or As Long As You Like. It’S Pretty Much Flat With Some Shallow Climbs. Once Into The Woods There Are No Roads Nearby And So A Great Place For Off Lead Where Sydney Loves To Explore The The Woods, Chase The Squirrels And Play In The Beck That Runs Through The Woods. It Her Favourite Daily Walk. Station Rdwyke Halifax Bradford BD12 8LA 4.98 miles The Most Popular Entrance Is Along Station Road Which Is Easy To Get To. If You Google Judy Woods It Can Take You To Other Entrances.

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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 5.75 miles Middleton Park, Town Street, Middleton, Leeds, Ls10 3Sh

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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 5.77 miles Parking Is Available Under The Railway Line. Forge Lane, Horbury, Wf4

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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 5.92 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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Weather Forecast

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Temp	17.2°C	16°C	15.6°C	15.5°C	16.7°C	18.5°C	19.4°C	20°C	19.9°C	18.9°C	16.7°C	15.4°C
Feels Like	17.2°C	16°C	15.6°C	15.5°C	16.7°C	18.5°C	19.4°C	20°C	19.9°C	18.9°C	16.7°C	15.3°C

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Temp	14.5°C	13.9°C	13.5°C	13.4°C	13.9°C	15.1°C	16.8°C	19.4°C	20.6°C	20.2°C	17.8°C	15°C
Feels Like	14°C	13.4°C	13°C	12.7°C	13.2°C	14.6°C	16.7°C	19.3°C	20.6°C	20.2°C	17.8°C	14.3°C

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