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Villages · Yorkshire & the Humber

Shepley

In or near Kirkheaton.

Shepley — a village in england yorkshire.

The Farmers Boy on Marsh Lane, Shepley - geograph.org.uk - 4469423

Ian S — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Shepley · 1.0 km

About

A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Dark Peak SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Shepley is a village located in Yorkshire, with a population of 5,444. The village features typical English rural architecture and community amenities. It serves as a residential area with local shops and services, catering to both residents and visitors. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and exploring the natural landscape.

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Coordinates
53.5833, -1.7167
District
Kirklees
Parish
Kirkburton
Postcode
HD8 8AP
Parliamentary constituency
Ossett and Denby Dale
Population
5,444
Nearest railway station
Shepley — 1 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Sign for the Black Bull pub, Shepley - geograph.org.uk - 4193877📷 3

Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber

Shepley War Memorial

Shepley War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
Inquisitive horse at Gate Foot - geograph.org.uk - 6736498📷 3

Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber

Krishan's Stone

Krishan's Stone — a memorial in Yorkshire & the Humber, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
Thunder Bridge📷 4

Historic bridges · Yorkshire & the Humber

Thunder Bridge

Thunder Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.

Free🐕
Wesleyan Reform Chapel, Bird's Edge - geograph.org.uk - 4379412📷 3

Galleries · Yorkshire & the Humber

Susan Brown Studio

Susan Brown Studio — a gallery in Yorkshire & the Humber, United Kingdom.

👶↗ susanbrownstudio.co.uk
On Haw Cliff, looking towards Emley Moor - geograph.org.uk - 6383919📷 5

Mountains & hills · Yorkshire & the Humber

Haw Cliff

Haw Cliff — a hill or mountain in england yorkshire.

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Old guidestone - geograph.org.uk - 7227475📷 5

Mountain bike trails · Yorkshire & the Humber

Dual Slalom

Dual Slalom — a mtb trail in england yorkshire.

Where to eat & stay near Shepley

Places to stay

Footpath over Mytholm Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 4736483📷 5

Campsites · Yorkshire & the Humber

Holme Valley Camping & Caravan Park

Holme Valley Camping & Caravan Park — a campsite in england yorkshire.

↗ holmevalleycamping.com
Time to buy a mobile^ - geograph.org.uk - 2676659📷 5

Campsites · Yorkshire & the Humber

Ingfield Farm Caravan Site

Ingfield Farm Caravan Site — a campsite in england yorkshire.

Free↗ ingfieldfarmcamping.co.uk
Old milestone - geograph.org.uk - 7226561📷 5

Hotels · Yorkshire & the Humber

315 Bar and Restaurant

315 Bar and Restaurant — a hotel in england yorkshire.

Free↗ 315barandrestaurant.co.uk
Cartworth Moor Cricket Club ground - geograph.org.uk - 4108115📷 5

Campsites · Yorkshire & the Humber

Rising Sun Farm Campsite

Rising Sun Farm Campsite — a campsite in england yorkshire.

Free↗ holmfirthhorseandcarriagerides.co.uk
The Old School House, Carlecotes - geograph.org.uk - 4141572📷 5

Campsites · Yorkshire & the Humber

Thurlmoor Farm Camping & Caravan Site

Thurlmoor Farm Camping & Caravan Site — a campsite in england yorkshire.

England's green and pleasant land - geograph.org.uk - 3014089📷 5

Caravan parks · Yorkshire & the Humber

Whitegate Leisure Camping & Caravan Site

Whitegate Leisure Camping & Caravan Site — a caravan park in england yorkshire.

↗ whitegateleisure.co.uk

Places to eat & drink

Lane towards Cockermouth Farm - geograph.org.uk - 3716764📷 5

Restaurants · Yorkshire & the Humber

Cinnamon Lounge

Cinnamon Lounge — a restaurant in england yorkshire.

The Beaumont Arms, Kirkheaton (3) - geograph.org.uk - 7149798📷 5

Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber

The Beaumont Arms Public House And Adjoining Barns To East

The Beaumont Arms Public House And Adjoining Barns To East in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Queen Street, Huddersfield - geograph.org.uk - 7585493📷 5

Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber

The College Arms

The College Arms in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Tower, Church of St Peter, Huddersfield - geograph.org.uk - 4210200📷 7

Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber

The White Swan Public House

The White Swan Public House in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Elizabeth II postbox outside Huddersfield Bus Station - geograph.org.uk - 5973509📷 5

Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber

The Plumbers Arms

The Plumbers Arms in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

The Methodist Mission, Lord Street, Huddersfield - geograph.org.uk - 862208📷 5

Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber

The Vulcan Public House

The Vulcan Public House in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

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The Sportsman Public House - geograph.org.uk - 2596161📷 5

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Shepley?
Shepley is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode HD8 8AP), in the parish of Kirkburton.
What is Shepley?
Shepley — a village in england yorkshire.
How do I get to Shepley?
The nearest railway station is Shepley, about 1.0 km away. The nearest town is Kirkheaton. Drivers can use postcode HD8 8AP.
Is Shepley a protected site?
Yes — Shepley is part of the Dark Peak SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Shepley?
The nearest railway station is Shepley, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HD8 8AP.