Welcome to Whitley Lower

Whitley Lower is a small village located in West Yorkshire, England. It is situated between the towns of Dewsbury and Huddersfield and is part of the Kirklees district. The village has a population of around 1,000 people and is known for its picturesque countryside and historic buildings.

One of the most notable landmarks in Whitley Lower is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and features a beautiful stained glass window and a bell tower. The village also has a primary school, a post office, and a pub called The Whitley.

Whitley Lower is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, making it a popular destination for walkers and hikers. The village is also close to several nature reserves, including the Dewsbury Country Park and the Blackmoorfoot Reservoir. Overall, Whitley Lower is a charming and peaceful village that offers a glimpse into the rural life of West Yorkshire.

Local Schools

School	Details
Grange Moor Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Mark Rodgers	Liley Lane Grange Moor Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 4EW 01924840748 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
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
Ravensthorpe Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr J L Alderson	Myrtle Road Ravensthorpe Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 3AS 01924907082 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
Crowlees Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Junior And Infant School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kathy Woods	Springfield Park Off Parker Lane Mirfield West Yorkshire WF14 9PD 01924494970 School Website
Diamond Wood Community Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Sally Titherington	North Road Ravensthorpe Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 3AD 01924325308 School Website
Hopton Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Blakeley	Woodend Road Mirfield West Yorkshire WF14 8PR 01924489736 School Website
Castle Hall Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Paul Brook	Richard Thorpe Avenue Mirfield West Yorkshire WF14 9PH 1924520500 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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ravensthorpe Ravensthorpe, Ravensthorpe, West Yorkshire, WF12 9ED 1.39 Miles

Mirfield Station Road, Mirfield, West Yorkshire, WF14 8NL 1.49 Miles

Dewsbury Wellington Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1HF 2.86 Miles

Deighton Whitacre Road, Deighton, West Yorkshire, HD2 1LX 3.56 Miles

Batley Upper Station Road, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 5TA 4.11 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Central Cars 01924 490000 Mirfield Central Cars/Hopton New Rd, Mirfield, West Yorkshire, WF14 8NF 1.39 Miles
Sam's Taxis 01924 497794 690 Huddersfield Rd, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 3HU 1.44 Miles
Station Cars 01924 490490 Station Road, Mirfield, West Yorkshire, WF14 8LN 1.52 Miles
Mirfield Cars 01924 490999 28 Calder Road, Mirfield, West Yorkshire, WF14 8PJ 1.62 Miles
Mirfield Taxis 01924 496969 28 Calder Road, Mirfield, West Yorkshire, WF14 8PJ 1.62 Miles
Thorn Hill Cars 01924 464222 67 The Town, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 0QX 1.83 Miles
Village Cars 01924 451500 Lock St, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9BZ 2.19 Miles
Highgate Private Hire (Lepton) 07789 671198 5 Highgate Avenue, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 0EE 2.31 Miles
Orchard Private Hire 01484 303278 49 Orchard Rd, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD5 0EJ 2.45 Miles
B And P Hoyle Airport Executive Hire 01924 508822 64 Sunnybank Walk, Mirfield, West Yorkshire, WF14 0NH 2.52 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Whitely No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Briestfield No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hagg Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Jackson Lane D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grange Moor Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Foxroyd Lane D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Granny Lane D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Lane D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fir Parade D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Parkfield D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Havelock Street Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Ouzlewell Lane D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whiteley Willows D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ravensthorpe Po Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Woodnook No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Flockton Surgery	101 Barnsley Road Flockton Wakefield West Yorkshire WF4 4EH
North Road Suite,Ravensthorpe Health Ctr 01924 767101	Ravensthorpe Health Ctr Netherfield Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 3JY
Dr Mahmood & Partners 01924 351510	Ravensthorpe Health Ctr Netherfield Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 3JY
Mountain Road Surgery 01924 522101	111 Mountain Road Thornhill Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 0BS
Mirfield Health Centre 01924 483440	The Health Centre Doctor Lane Mirfield West Yorkshire WF14 8DU

Local Stores

Mirfield
Huddersfield Road
Mirfield
West Yorkshire
WF14 8AN
01924 491084
Store Website
1.58 miles

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SPAR Lepton
Tariq Nazir Spar BP
Lepton Service Station
Wakefield Road
Lepton
HD8 0LU
01484609585
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Donaldson'S Farm And Equine
Queen Street Mirfield West Yorkshire WF14 8AH 01924 492200 admin@donaldsonsvets.co.uk Website 1.61 miles

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Donaldson'S Vets Ltd
7-9 Queen Street Mirfield Wakefield West Yorkshire WF14 8AH 01924 492200 admin@donaldsonsvets.co.uk Website 1.61 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Calder Vets Ltd
159 Centre Mirfield West Yorkshire WF14 9DQ 01924 492155 mirfield@caldervets.co.uk Website 2.21 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 2.45 miles
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Richmond House Veterinary Centre
47 Savile Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF12 9PW 01924 462428 2.53 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Calder Vets Ltd
37 Wakefield Road Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD5 0AN 01484 469184 2.75 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 3.59 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 4.77 miles Parking Is Available Under The Railway Line. Forge Lane, Horbury, Wf4

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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 4.86 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 5.40 miles Oakwell Country Park

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Pugneys Country Park
Asdale Rd 6.46 miles

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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 6.58 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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