Welcome to Windhill

Windhill is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of Bradford, West Yorkshire. The village is situated on a hilltop, which offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Windhill has a rich history, dating back to the 17th century when it was a thriving industrial town. Today, the village is a peaceful and quiet place, with a close-knit community that is proud of its heritage.

One of the most notable landmarks in Windhill is the St. Oswald's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Another popular attraction in Windhill is the Windhill Heritage Centre, which is dedicated to preserving the history of the village. The centre features exhibits on the local industries, such as textiles and coal mining, as well as displays on the village's notable residents.

Windhill is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, including the Windhill Green, which is a popular spot for picnics and outdoor activities. The village is also located close to the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park, which offers stunning scenery and a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. Overall, Windhill is a charming village that offers a peaceful and relaxing escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Schools

School	Details
Christ Church Church Of England Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Philippa Foster	Wrose Brow Road Shipley West Yorkshire BD18 2NT 01274410349 School Website
Tracks Pupil Referral Unit Ages:12-16 Head Teacher Hannah Whittaker	21 Owlet Road Shipley West Yorkshire BD18 2LU 01274582995
Low Ash Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Fiona Meer & Mrs Beth Medhurst	Wrose Road Wrose Shipley West Yorkshire BD18 1AA 01274582927 School Website
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ashley Wilkinson	High Busy Lane Shipley West Yorkshire BD18 1HD 1274592738 School Website
High Crags Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Ray	Crag Road Shipley West Yorkshire BD18 2ES 01274584068 School Website
Shipley Cofe Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Gavin Hamilton	Otley Road Shipley West Yorkshire BD18 2PT 1274583900 School Website
Hoyle Court Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Thirkill	Fyfe Grove Baildon Shipley West Yorkshire BD17 6DN 01274581898 School Website
Bradford Christian School Other Independent School Ages:3-16 Head Teacher Mr Jane Prothero	Livingstone Road Bolton Woods Bradford BD2 1BT 01274532649 School Website
Frizinghall Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Merriman	Salisbury Road Frizinghall Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 4HP 01274543072 School Website
Blakehill Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Lisa Keighley	Highfield Road Idle Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 8QN 01274414355 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Shipley Station Approach, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 2JL 0.60 Miles

Baildon Station Road, Baildon, West Yorkshire, BD17 6HS 1.09 Miles

Saltaire Victoria Road, Saltaire, West Yorkshire, BD18 3LQ 1.24 Miles

Frizinghall Frizinghall Road, Frizinghall, West Yorkshire, BD9 4LD 1.29 Miles

Apperley Bridge Station Approach, Apperley Bridge, West Yorkshire, BD10 0FD 2.07 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Arrivals Private Hire 01274 589898 2A/Walker Place/Thackley Old Rd, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 1DD 0.18 Miles
Access Taxis Shipley 01274 809444 12 Otley Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD17 7HB 0.53 Miles
Access Private Hire 01274 809444 12 Otley Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD17 7HB 0.53 Miles
Charlestown Private Hire 01274 582233 8 Queen Street, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD17 6AA 0.58 Miles
Shipley Centre Private Hire 01274 532722 1 Kirkgate, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 3QP 0.74 Miles
Shipley Private Hire Taxis Ltd 01274 595959 1 Kirkgate, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 3QP 0.74 Miles
Shipley Central And Saltaire Private Hire 01274 595959 Kiosk 1 Kirkgate, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 3QP 0.74 Miles
Shipley Central Taxis 01274 599969 1 Kirkgate, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 3QP 0.74 Miles
Aa Cars 01274 809555 47A Commercial St, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 3SL 0.86 Miles
Wrose Village Taxis Ltd 01274 614276 382A King's Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD2 1NH 0.96 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Carr Lane D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Busy Lane Po Box Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Windhill D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wrose Po Box Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Owlet Road D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Baildon Bridge D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Holme D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wood Bottom D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shipley Do D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shipley Do (2Nd Aperture) D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Windhill Cragg D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Green Lane D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Market Square D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westgate D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Valley Road D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Windhill Green Emerald Suite - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	2 Thackley Old Road Shipley BD18 1QB
Windhill Green Emerald Suite - Covid Local Vaccination Service	2 Thackley Old Road Shipley BD18 1QB
Windhill Green Medical Practice	2 Thackley Old Road Shipley BD18 1QB
The Saltaire & Windhill Medical P'ship 01274 584223	Windhill Green Medic Prac 2 Thackley Old Road Shipley BD18 1QB
Shipley Medical Practice-Affinity Care 01274 531153	Shipley Medical Practice Alexandra Road, Shipley Bradford BD18 3EG

Local Stores

Shipley - Wrose Road
Unit 1, 105 Wrose Road.
Shipley
West Yorkshire
BD18 1HX
01274 582309
Store Website
0.40 miles

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SPAR Otley Road
79 Otley Road
Shipley
Bradford
BD18 2BJ
01274020042
Store Website
0.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Shipley Vets
91-93 Manor Lane Shipley West Yorkshire BD18 3BS 01274 531010 reception@shipleyvets.co.uk Website 0.81 miles
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Idle Veterinary Centre
48 High Street Idle Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 8NN 01274 618075 admin@shipleyvets.co.uk Website 1.17 miles

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Baildon Veterinary Centre
77-81 Browgate Baildon Shipley West Yorkshire BD17 6BY 01274 580785 info@baildonvets.co.uk Website 1.18 miles
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Bradford Idle Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Enterprise Retail Park Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 8EG 01274 400500 eccleshill@vets4pets.com Website 1.33 miles

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The Avenue Veterinary Group
241 Bingley Road Shipley West Yorkshire BD18 4DN 01274 583397 avenuevets@yahoo.co.uk Website 1.55 miles

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Towerwood Vets Ltd.
76 New Line Greengates Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 9AP 01274 610627 info@towerwood.co.uk 1.91 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Northcliffe Woods Shipley
Woods Next To Northcliffe Park In Shipley 2 Cliffe Gardens Shipley BD18 3DB 1.02 miles Park Outside The Gate And You Can Either Walk Along The Flat Bit Past The Little Train And Continue On, Going Up The Steps At The End And Looping Back On Yourself To Return Through The Upper Section Of The Woods. Or You Can Go Forward Towards The Park Itself And Return The Way You Came. You Can'T Get Lost.

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Roberts Park Saltaire
A Park In Saltaire With A Large Field Where Dogs Can Enjoy Chasing A Ball And Exploring. There's The River Nearby Where Tired Dogs Can Quench Their Thirst, And You Can Always Wander Up To Saltaire Which Is Nearby Or, If You Fancy More Of A Walk, Shipley Glen Is Also Very Close, And Takes You Past The Tramway Too. Roberts Park Lodge Higher Coach Rd Baildon Shipley BD17 7LU 1.37 miles

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Shipley Glen Shipley
A Really Beautiful Walk Along Shipley Glen, A Long Stretch Of Moorland. With Long Reaching Views And A Forest You Can Descend Into If You Don't Mind Having To Climb The Hill Back Up, This Is A Great Walk For Dogs. You Are Likely To Meet Plenty Of Other Off-Lead Dogs There Too, Especially If The Weather Is Nice! 22 Prod Ln Baildon Shipley BD17 5BN 1.74 miles

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Hirst Wood Bingley
Hirst Wood Is A Decent Sized Forest That Runs Along The Canal Between Bingley And Saltaire. There Is Enough Room For Off-Lead Exercise, One Entrance Has It's Own Car Park, And There Are Plenty Of Places Where Thirsty Dogs Can Grab A Drink. One Path Does Take You Close To A Train Track, So Exploration Is Needed First To Make Sure It's Safe For Your Dog And You Know Where You're Going! 47 Lime Tree Square Shipley BD18 4BR 2.00 miles

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Delph Wood Bingley
A Small Forest That You Can Use Tot Ake You To Saltaire, The Canal Or Shipley Glen. Primrose Ln Bingley Lancashire BD16 4QR 2.28 miles

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Gilstead Moor Bingley
Although Hard To Find This Is A Nice, If Not Particularly Big, Walk. 43 Agincourt Dr Bingley Lancashire BD16 3JZ 2.84 miles

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