Welcome to Overthorpe

Overthorpe is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of Kirklees, West Yorkshire, England. The village is situated on the outskirts of Dewsbury and is home to a population of around 3,000 people. Overthorpe is a quiet and peaceful village that offers a range of amenities and facilities for its residents, including a primary school, a community centre, a post office, and a local pub.

One of the most notable features of Overthorpe is its beautiful countryside surroundings. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The village is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, including Overthorpe Park, which is a popular spot for picnics and family outings.

Overthorpe has a rich history that dates back to the 12th century. The village was once a thriving agricultural community, with many of its residents working in the local wool and textile industries. Today, Overthorpe is a vibrant and diverse community that celebrates its heritage and traditions while embracing modernity and progress. The village is a great place to live, work, and raise a family, and its residents are proud to call it home.

Local Schools

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Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Burton	Valley Drive Dewsbury WF12 0HE
Thornhill Junior And Infant School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fiona Gardiner	Edge Lane Thornhill Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 0QT 1924453259 School Website
Overthorpe C Of E Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Walker	Edge Top Road Thornhill Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 0BH 01924325300 School Website
Middlestown Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hannah Young	Cross Road Middlestown Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 4QE 1924278290 School Website
Thornhill Lees Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Infant And Nursery School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Douglas	Slaithwaite Road Thornhill Lees Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9DL 01924430548 School Website
Denby Grange School Other Independent Special School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Jennie Allport	Off Stocksmoor Rd Midgley Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 4JG 1924830096 School Website
Flockton Church Of England Voluntary Controlled First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-10 Head Teacher Mr Emmaline Bulmer	Barnsley Road Flockton Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 4DH 01924326800 School Website
Rida Boys High School Other Independent School Ages:11-14 Head Teacher Mr Zubair Patel	Perseverance Inn Forge Lane Dewsbury WF12 9EJ 1924900841 School Website
Paradise Primary School Other Independent School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs F Bibi	1 Bretton Street Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9BB 1924439803 School Website
Ravenshall School Community Special School Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mrs Rik Robinson	Ravensthorpe Road Thornhill Lees Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9EE 01924456811 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ravensthorpe Ravensthorpe, Ravensthorpe, West Yorkshire, WF12 9ED 2.10 Miles

Dewsbury Wellington Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1HF 2.74 Miles

Mirfield Station Road, Mirfield, West Yorkshire, WF14 8NL 3.20 Miles

Batley Upper Station Road, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 5TA 3.99 Miles

Wakefield Westgate Mulberry Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QN 5.24 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Thorn Hill Cars 01924 464222 67 The Town, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 0QX 0.72 Miles
Village Cars 01924 451500 Lock St, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9BZ 1.47 Miles
Royal Cars 01924 450000 5 Mill Street East, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9AQ 2.28 Miles
Kashmir Radio Cars 01924 263773 57 Bank Street, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 8PR 2.40 Miles
Town Cars 01924 362222 Bank Street, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 8PR 2.40 Miles
Sam's Taxis 01924 497794 690 Huddersfield Rd, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 3HU 2.54 Miles
Crown Taxis 01924 452222 Reman House, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1JS 2.55 Miles
Crown Cars 01924 469393 South Street, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1JS 2.55 Miles
A 2 B Taxis 01924 277277 2 New Street, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 8BH 2.57 Miles
Amber Cars And Mini Buses 01924 277277 2 New Street, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 8BH 2.57 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Paddock Surgery 01924 465343	The Paddock Surgery Chapel Lane, Thornhill Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 0DH
Mountain Road Surgery 01924 522101	111 Mountain Road Thornhill Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 0BS
Middlestown 01924 237100	Middlestown Med Centre New Road, Middlestown Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 4PA
Thornhill Lees Medical Centre 01924 461369	140 Slaithwaite Road Thornhill Lees Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9DW
Flockton Surgery	101 Barnsley Road Flockton Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 4EH

Local Stores

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

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SPAR Lepton
Tariq Nazir Spar BP
Lepton Service Station
Wakefield Road
Lepton
HD8 0LU
01484609585
Store Website
3.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Calder Vets Ltd
Savile Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9LN 01924 465592 dewsbury@caldervets.co.uk Website 2.27 miles
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Richmond House Veterinary Centre
47 Savile Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9PW 01924 462428 2.34 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 2.53 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 2.53 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Calder Vets Ltd
50 High Street Horbury Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 5LE 01924 281401 horbury@caldervets.co.uk Website 2.80 miles

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Palmer And Duncan Veterinary Surgeons
Sandbed House 2 Wakefield Road Ossett West Yorkshire WF5 9JB 01924 786688 info@pdvets.co.uk 2.92 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 1.89 miles Netherton

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

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Pugneys Country Park
Asdale Rd 4.63 miles

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Newmillerdam
Newmillerdam Is A Dam Surrounded By Woods. It’S A Get Walk To Let Your Four Legged Friend Run Free After Squirrels Off Their Lead. It Does Have Parking But There Is A Cost, However It Is Not Expensive. The Dam Itself It Surrounded By A Flat Gravel Path And There’S Plenty Of Shallow Parts To The Water Where Your Dog Can Go Swimming Or Get A Drink. The Dam Is Surrounded By A Wood Where You’Ll Find Loads Of Sticks To Throw. There Are Plenty Of Different Routes To Take, You Can Do A Short Walk Just Around The Dam Or A 2 Hour Long Walk Through The Woods. Fox &Amp; Hounds 672 Barnsley Rd Newmillerdam Wakefield WF2 6QQ 5.08 miles

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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 5.18 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 5.91 miles Oakwell Country Park

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