Welcome to Shaw

Shaw is a small village located in West Yorkshire, England. It is situated in the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham and is part of the Greater Manchester Urban Area. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and hikers. The village has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings, including the Shaw Hall, which dates back to the 16th century.

Shaw is a thriving community with a range of amenities and facilities. The village has a number of shops, pubs, and restaurants, as well as a library and community center. There are also several schools in the area, including Shaw Primary School and Crompton House Church of England School. The village is well-connected to the rest of the region, with easy access to the M62 motorway and regular bus services to nearby towns and cities.

Despite its small size, Shaw has a strong sense of community and is home to a number of local events and festivals throughout the year. The Shaw and Crompton Beer Festival is a popular event that takes place annually, featuring a range of local and regional beers and ciders. The village also hosts a Christmas lights switch-on event, as well as a summer carnival and a range of other community events. Overall, Shaw is a charming and welcoming village that offers a high quality of life for its residents.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: -3.7°C

Feels Like: -8.8°C

Wind: 8.7 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Slaithwaite Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Junior And Infant School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Caroline Fowler	Holme Lane Slaithwaite Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 5UG 01484506463 School Website
Nields Junior Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Wyrill	Nields Road Slaithwaite Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 5HT 01484842154 School Website
Wilberlee Junior And Infant School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Kenworthy	Heys Lane Wilberlee Slaithwaite Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 5UX 01484222588 School Website
Marsden Junior School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Mansell	Manchester Road Marsden Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 6EP 01484843588 School Website
Marsden Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Frances Swallow	Brougham Road Marsden Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 6BN 01484845124 School Website
Clough Head Junior And Infant School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Kenworthy	Bolster Moor Road Golcar Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 4NW 01484222217 School Website
Linthwaite Clough J I And Early Years Unit Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nikki Barker	Chapel Hill Linthwaite Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 5NJ 01484844300 School Website
Wellhouse Junior And Infant School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Kenworthy	Lower Wellhouse Golcar Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 4ES 01484645794 School Website
Colne Valley High School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr James Christian	Gillroyd Lane Linthwaite Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 5SP School Website
Meltham Moor Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Liz Woodfield	Birmingham Lane Meltham Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 5LH 1484859032 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Slaithwaite Station Road, Slaithwaite, West Yorkshire, HD7 5EB 0.86 Miles

Marsden Station Road, Marsden, West Yorkshire, HD7 6AX 1.60 Miles

Lockwood Swan Lane, Lockwood, West Yorkshire, HD1 3UB 4.32 Miles

Berry Brow Birch Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD4 7LP 4.43 Miles

Honley Station Road, Honley, West Yorkshire, HD9 6LD 4.94 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Slawit And Golcar Cars 01484 847222 1A Market Place, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD7 5AP 0.79 Miles
Marsden Private Hire 01484 845566 4 Bouldergate, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD7 6LJ 1.20 Miles
Ladybird Cabs 01484 840179 3 Low Westwood, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD7 4ER 1.95 Miles
Westfield Chauffeur Drive Limited 01484 852890 32 Westfield Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 5PY 2.16 Miles
Prolimos 01484 852890 32 Westfield Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 5PY 2.16 Miles
Salmon Cars 01484 656344 24 Fernlea Grove, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD7 4HF 2.29 Miles
Milnsbridge Cars 01484 460088 2 Morley Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD3 4NZ 3.17 Miles
Royal Cars Ltd 01484 643344 23 Morley La, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD3 4NZ 3.17 Miles
Appleby Taxis 01484 663344 Unit 2 Morley Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD3 4NZ 3.17 Miles
Maggies Airport And Travel Services 01484 648689 203 Longwood Gate, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD3 4XF 3.22 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Lower Holme D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Market Place Slaithwaite Dd Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Slaithwaite Po Box Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Holthead D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Crimble D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Slaithwaite Do Box Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Woods Avenue D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Colne Valley Group Practice 01484 842652	West Wing, Ground Floor The Globe, Bridge Street Huddersfield HD7 5JN
Slaithwaite Health Centre 01484 846674	Slaithwaite Health Centre New Street, Slaithwaite Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 5AB
Marsden Health Centre	Victoria Street Marsden Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 6DF
Viaduct Care Pcn Hub 01484 531786	Fieldhead Surgery Leymoor Road, Golcar Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 4QQ
Fieldhead Surgery 01484 654504	Fieldhead Surg, Fieldhead Leymoor Road, Golcar Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 4QQ

Local Stores

Slaithwaite
Lewisham Road
Slaithwaite
Huddersfield
West Yorkshire
HD7 5AL
01484 843672
Store Website
0.92 miles

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SPAR Meltham Road
315 Meltham Rd
Netherton
Huddersfield
HD4 7EX
01484661785
Store Website
3.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Huddersfield Vets4pets Ltd
St James Church New Hey Road Huddersfield Yorkshire HD3 4BZ 01484 646 800 huddersfield@vets4pets.com 4.10 miles

Animals Treated
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Hird And Partners
52 Oldham Road Ripponden Sowerby Bridge West Yorkshire HX6 4DP 01422 823312 hird@btconnect.com Website 4.21 miles
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Donaldson'S Vets Ltd
Birchencliffe Hill Road Lindley Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD3 3NL 01484 450022 admin@donaldsonsvets.co.uk Website 4.55 miles
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Donaldson'S Farm And Equine
1A Briarlyn Road Birchencliffe Hill Road Birchencliffe Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD3 3NL 01484 450022 admin@donaldsonsvets.co.uk Website 4.55 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Calder Vets Ltd
55 Lockwood Road Lockwood West Yorkshire HD1 3QU 01484 429404 lockwood@caldervets.co.uk Website 4.70 miles

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Holme Veterinary Centre
Unit 6, Imex Business Park Crossley Mill New Mill Road, Honley Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 6PL 01484 660900 info@holmevets.com Website 4.81 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Wessenden Valley
A Linear Walk Up The Wessenden Valley, Through Marsden Village. You Will Walk Through The Beautiful Valley, Passing By Four Reservoirs On The Route. HD7 6DH 1.62 miles On A62 Manchester Road Between Huddersfield And Oldham.

Scammonden Dam
Sledge Gate Lancashire 1.78 miles Near Huddersfield

Location what3words forehand.engulfing.though

Scammonden Reservoir
5K Scenic Walk Just Off The M62 Huddersfield. A Couple Of Hills Around The Reservoir Low Platt Ln Huddersfield Lancashire HD3 3FR 1.91 miles

Location what3words seashell.courts.wounds

Wessenden Head
The Wessenden Valley Is A Moorland Valley Nestled Amidst The Dark Peak, Immediately South Of The Large Village Of Marsden In The English County Of West Yorkshire. The Valley Was Formed By Retreating Glaciers At The End Of The Last Ice Age, And Continues To Be Cut By The Wessenden Brook, A Tributary Of The River Colne. Pennine Way Holmfirth Lancashire HD9 4HW 3.70 miles

Location what3words unto.skin.sprinting

Ryburn Reservoir
Lovely Walk Across The Dam And Around The Reservoir On And Off Lead Walking Ryburn Reservoir Ripponden 4.37 miles Car Park Just Off The Rochdale Road

Location what3words heads.beauty.losses

Baitings Reservoir
A Flat, Wooded Reservoir Walk, Quiet And Peaceful In The Winter Months And Fairly Busy On A Hot Day.This Walk Has Seen Various Improvements Recently Including New Paths And Better Drainage But It Is A Work In Progress!There Are Sheep In Surrounding Fields But No E On Route Itself. I Keep My Dog On The Lead Until I Get Through The Gate At The End Of The Dam.There Is A Car Park On The Main Road Near A Bus Stop Opposite New Inn Cottage Ripponden 4.90 miles The Car Park Is Next To The Dam

Location what3words allergy.helpfully.offstage

Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Overcast	Overcast	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-1.9°C	-2.1°C	-2.2°C	-2.2°C	-2°C	-1.2°C	0.5°C	2.4°C	4°C	2.7°C	-1°C	-2.9°C
Feels Like	-5.9°C	-5.9°C	-5.6°C	-5.3°C	-5.4°C	-4.1°C	-2.4°C	0.1°C	1.8°C	0.4°C	-4.2°C	-6.2°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Cloudy	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Overcast	Overcast	Clear	Clear
Temp	-3.6°C	-3.9°C	-4.1°C	-3.7°C	-1°C	1.3°C	4.3°C	5.3°C	5.7°C	5.3°C	4.5°C	3.5°C
Feels Like	-6.6°C	-6.3°C	-6.3°C	-4.3°C	-3°C	-2°C	1°C	2.1°C	2.5°C	2.3°C	0.9°C	-0.8°C

Monday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	2.2°C	1.1°C	0.8°C	1.3°C	2.1°C	3.3°C	4.8°C	7.8°C	9.3°C	9°C	7.7°C	4.9°C
Feels Like	-2.1°C	-3.1°C	-3.1°C	-2.2°C	-1.1°C	0.4°C	2.3°C	6.1°C	8.1°C	7.5°C	5.9°C	1.7°C

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