Welcome to Ryhill

Ryhill is a small village located in the West Yorkshire region of England. It is situated approximately 7 miles east of Wakefield and 10 miles south of Leeds. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable landmarks in Ryhill is the St. James Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful stained glass windows.

In addition to its historic landmarks, Ryhill is also home to a number of local amenities and services. The village has a primary school, a post office, a convenience store, and a number of pubs and restaurants. There are also several parks and green spaces in the area, including the Ryhill Park and the Ryhill Common. These areas are popular with locals and visitors alike, and offer a great place to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Overall, Ryhill is a charming village that offers a great mix of history, culture, and natural beauty. Whether you are looking to explore the local landmarks, enjoy a meal at one of the village's many restaurants, or simply relax in the beautiful countryside, Ryhill has something to offer everyone. So if you are looking for a peaceful and picturesque destination in West Yorkshire, be sure to add Ryhill to your list of must-visit places.

Local Schools

School	Details
Ryhill Junior Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Emma Jones	Chapel Street Ryhill Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 2AD 01226722530 School Website
Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs L Corbett	Cow Lane Havercroft Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 2BE 1226722484 School Website
South Hiendley Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sally Henshall	George Street South Hiendley Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 9BY 1226711485 School Website
King's Meadow Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Robert Cochrane	Wakefield Road Fitzwilliam Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 5BP 1977617470 School Website
Fitzwilliam Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Kay	Second Avenue Fitzwilliam Second Avenue Wakefield West Yorkshire WF9 5BA 1977624490 School Website
Wakefield Independent School Other Independent School Ages:2-17 Head Teacher Mrs K E Caryl	Nostell Centre Doncaster Road Nostell Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 1QG 01924865757 School Website
Crofton Infant School Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Clare Holloway	High Street Crofton Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 1NG 1924864711 School Website
Crofton Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Birdsall	Slack Lane Crofton Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 1HJ 01924863981 School Website
Crofton Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Peter Walker	High Street Crofton Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 1NF 01924862985 School Website
Walton Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Tony Harpham	The Grove Walton Wakefield West Yorkshire WF2 6LD 01924255960 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Fitzwilliam Railway Terrace, Fitzwilliam, West Yorkshire, WF9 5DA 1.78 Miles

Sandal And Agbrigg Agbrigg Road, Sandal, West Yorkshire, WF2 6AB 3.66 Miles

Featherstone Featherstone, Featherstone, West Yorkshire, WF7 7HJ 4.17 Miles

Wakefield Kirkgate Monk Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 4EL 4.65 Miles

Moorthorpe Barnsley Road, Moorthorpe, West Yorkshire, WF9 3AT 5.06 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Crofton Cars 01924 860100 733 Doncaster Rd, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1PX 2.07 Miles
Am-Pm Day And Night Airport Travel 01924 256250 11 Millside, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 8NX 2.11 Miles
Daves Travel Airport Services 01924 259242 57 Elmwood Drive, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 6LW 2.43 Miles
Premier Private Hire 01977 615151 27 Mount Avenue, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4QE 2.58 Miles
Hemsworth Cars 24 Hours 01977 618888 12 Cross Hill, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4LQ 2.71 Miles
Hcl Chauffeurs 01977 618888 12 Cross Hill, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4LQ 2.71 Miles
Hcl Taxis Ltd 01977 625625 12 Cross Hill, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4LQ 2.71 Miles
001 Cars And Minibuses 01977 611001 9 Cross Hill, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4LD 2.74 Miles
Liberty Travel 01226 709995 12 Cherry Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 4LZ 2.81 Miles
Tingeystaxis 01977 611111 27 Market Street, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4LB 2.84 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Rycroft Primary Care Centre	Madeley Road Havercroft Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 2QG
South Hiendley Surgery	Main Street South Hiendley Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 9AB
Kinsley Health Centre	Wakefield Road Fitzwilliam West Yorkshire WF9 5BP
Crofton And Sharlston Med Prac 01924 862621	Crofton/Sharlston M/Pract Slack Lane, Crofton Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 1HJ
Royston Group Practice 01226 700400	Royston Group Practice 65D Midland Road, Royston Barnsley South Yorkshire S71 4QW

Local Stores

Royston - Yorks
High Street
Royston
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S71 4RF
01226 722514
Store Website
2.58 miles

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SPAR Royston Lane
Royston Lane
Royston
Barnsley
S71 4NJ
01226 722636
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Abbey Veterinary Group
123 Midland Road Royston Barnsley South Yorkshire S71 4PX 01226 722773 info@abbeyvetsgroup.co.uk Website 2.23 miles


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Hemsworth Vets4pets Ltd
Wakefield Road Hemsworth Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 4AB hemsworth@vets4pets.com Website 2.70 miles

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Abbey Veterinary Group
212 Barnsley Road Cudworth Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 8UJ 01226 716802 info@abbeyvetsgroup.co.uk Website 3.55 miles


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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Calder Vets Ltd
45 Standbridge Lane Sandal Wakefield West Yorkshire WF2 7EE 01924 258833 sandal@caldervets.co.uk Website 3.61 miles

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Ashfield Veterinary Group - Wakefield
Belle Isle Health Park Portobello Road Wakefield West Yorkshire WF1 5PN 01924 374 111 nurseswakefield@ashfieldvets.com Website 4.22 miles
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Greenside Veterinary Surgery
14-16 Greenside Staincross Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 6GU 01226 382700 simon@forensicvet.co.uk 4.43 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Rabbit Ings
Rabbit Ings Is A Country Park Located On The Former Colliery Yard And Spoil Heap Of The Monkton Colliery And Then The Royston Drift Mine, Which Closed In 1989. The 64-Hectare Site, Situated Near Royston In South Yorkshire, Is Home To An Array Of Wildlife – Including Newts, Snakes And Herons. Rabbit Ings Country Park Shafton 1.97 miles

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Haw Park Wood
A Beautiful Forest Walk. Starts Along A Canal, Then Opens Up Into Multiple Pathways That Can Make Either A Quick Loop Or Multiple Loops For A Longer Walk.Both Our Dogs Love It Here For The Smells, Plus Wide Pathways! La Terrazza The Balk Walton Wakefield WF2 6QL 2.03 miles Free Parking Outside The Waterton Park Golf Club.

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Walton Colliery Nature Park
This Is A Great Place To Walk Dogs In All Weather! There Are A Number Of Different Routes You Can Take Around The Park, There Are A Couple Of Lakes/Ponds Which Do Have Ducks/Geese But There Are Still Plenty Of Spots Where The Dogs Can Get In For A Swim. Sunday Is A Popular Day For Horse Riders So Something To Watch Out For. The Train Track Is Fenced But Best Use Caution When Walking Past To Ensure Your Dog Doesn’T Get Past. 9 The Balk Walton Wakefield WF2 6JZ 2.45 miles Free Parking Is Available Wf2 6Nb

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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 3.61 miles

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Pugneys Country Park
Asdale Rd 4.41 miles

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

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