Welcome to Wooldale

Wooldale is a small village located in the Holme Valley of West Yorkshire, England. The village is situated between the towns of Holmfirth and New Mill and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Wooldale has a rich history dating back to the 13th century when it was known as Wodel. The village has a strong sense of community and is home to a number of local businesses, including a post office, a pub, and a convenience store.

One of the most notable landmarks in Wooldale is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another popular attraction in Wooldale is the Wooldale Co-operative Society, which was established in 1864 and is one of the oldest co-operative societies in the country.

Wooldale is also known for its beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and hikers. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque valleys, making it the perfect place to explore on foot. There are a number of walking trails in the area, including the Holme Valley Circular Walk, which takes in some of the most stunning scenery in the region. Whether you're looking for a relaxing stroll or a challenging hike, Wooldale has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 10.4°C

Feels Like: 7.1°C

Wind: 18.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Upperthong Junior And Infant School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Carolyn Littlewood	Burnlee Road Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 2LE 01484683176 School Website
Netherthong Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss R Kelly	School Street Netherthong Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 3EB 01484681950 School Website
Meltham C Of E Vc Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Philip Gibbins	Holmfirth Road Meltham Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 4DA 01484850671 School Website
Hinchliffe Mill Junior And Infant School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs R L Townsend	Waterside Lane Holmbridge Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 2PF 01484689692 School Website
Holmfirth Junior Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Julian Rose	Cartworth Road Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 2RG 01484687565 School Website
Honley Cofe (Vc) Junior, Infant And Nursery School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Linda Goodall	Jaggar Lane Honley Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 6BT 1484508001 School Website
Holmfirth High School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Ben Stitchman	Heys Road Thongsbridge Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 7SE 01484691460 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
New Mill Infant School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Evelyne Barrow	Kirkroyds Lane New Mill Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 1LS 1484955820
Lydgate School Community Special School Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mrs Paul Evans	Kirkroyds Lane New Mill Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 1LS 01484504544 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Brockholes Brockholes Lane, Brockholes, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD9 7EB 2.25 Miles

Honley Station Road, Honley, West Yorkshire, HD9 6LD 2.42 Miles

Berry Brow Birch Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD4 7LP 3.03 Miles

Lockwood Swan Lane, Lockwood, West Yorkshire, HD1 3UB 3.80 Miles

Stocksmoor Station Road, Stocksmoor, West Yorkshire, HD4 6XN 3.97 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Town And Country Private Hire 01484 687805 10 Woodchurch View, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 7RX 1.70 Miles
Holmfirth Taxis 01484 661144 Honley Business Centre, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 6QB 2.06 Miles
Holmfirth Taxis 01484 661515 311 New Mill Road, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 7AE 2.06 Miles
Westfield Chauffeur Drive Limited 01484 852890 32 Westfield Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 5PY 2.15 Miles
Prolimos 01484 852890 32 Westfield Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 5PY 2.15 Miles
Smithys Private Hire 01484 666621 45 Oakes Lane, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 7AR 2.22 Miles
J R Private Hire 01484 687782 51 The Village, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 2QG 2.32 Miles
Holmfirth Taxis 24-7 Taxi Service 01484 661133 Queen Square, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 6QZ 2.34 Miles
Honley Private Hire 01484 661144 Queens Square Business Park, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 6QZ 2.34 Miles
Honley Taxis 01484 661515 Queens Square, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 6QZ 2.34 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Wilshaw D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Upperthong D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Booth House D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Oldfield D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Netherthong Po Box D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Spring Lane Mill D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Meltham Mills D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Calmlands D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Holme Valley Memorial Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Holme Valley Memorial Hospital Huddersfield Road Holmfirth HD9 3TS
Holme Valley Memorial Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Holme Valley Memorial Hospital Huddersfield Road Holmfirth HD9 3TS
Avicenna Medical Practice At Oaklands Health Centre	161 Huddersfield Road Holmfirth HD9 3TP
Oaklands Health Centre 01484 689111	Oaklands Health Centre Huddersfield Road Holmfirth, Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD9 3TP
Elmwood Family Doctors 01484 943000	Elmwood Health Centre Huddersfield Rd,Holmfirth Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD9 3TR

Local Stores

Holmfirth
Market Street
Holmfirth
Huddersfield
West Yorkshire
HD9 7AX
01484 688611
Store Website
1.45 miles

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SPAR New Mill Road
New Mill Road
Holmfirth
HD9 7AZ
01484 961552
Store Website
2.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Donaldson'S Farm And Equine
Miry Lane Thongsbridge Holmfirth Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD9 7RY 01484 684189 admin@donaldsonsvets.co.uk Website 1.67 miles

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Donaldson'S Vets Ltd
Miry Lane Thongsbridge Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 7RY 01484 684189 admin@donaldsonsvets.co.uk Website 1.67 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 2.09 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 4.09 miles

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Donaldson'S Vets Ltd
131 Somerset Road Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD5 8HN 01484 421512 admin@donaldsonsvets.co.uk Website 4.75 miles

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Donaldson'S Farm And Equine Ltd
131 Somerset Road Almonbury Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD5 8HN 01484 421512 admin@donaldsonsvets.co.uk Website 4.75 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 3.39 miles

Location what3words unto.skin.sprinting

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 4.88 miles On A62 Manchester Road Between Huddersfield And Oldham.

Broadstone Reservoir
Nice Easy 1 Mile Lap Around The Reservoir With Many Bushes And A Whole Lot Of Water Perfect For Off Lead Play Birdsnest Ln Huddersfield Lancashire HD8 8YD 4.88 miles

Location what3words heaven.slices.builders

Scammonden Dam
Sledge Gate Lancashire 5.93 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 6.01 miles

Location what3words seashell.courts.wounds

Dovestones Reservoir
Circular Walk, Flat Terrain With Lots Of Grassy Hills For Dogs To Explore. Usually Takes 1-1.5 Hours To Complete But There Are Extra Bits You Can Add To Extend. 3 Hawk Yard Ln Greenfield Oldham OL3 7NP 7.61 miles There Is Parking Which Costs 60P For 3 Hours.

Location what3words heavy.slams.homelands

Weather Forecast

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Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.5°C	-7.2°C	-7.2°C	-8.2°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-14.3°C	-11.1°C	-10.1°C	-12.2°C	-14.8°C

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	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Overcast
Temp	-9.5°C	-8.4°C	-7.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.2°C	-2.6°C	0.9°C	3.6°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-4.8°C
Feels Like	-15.3°C	-14.7°C	-14°C	-13.5°C	-12.3°C	-9.3°C	-4.8°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	-1.2°C	-3.2°C	-9.5°C

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Temp	-1.6°C	-1.5°C	-2°C	-2.3°C	-1.2°C	1°C	3.5°C	5.1°C	4.9°C	3.5°C	5.8°C	2.9°C
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