Grid reference SE1727
near to Oakenshaw, Kirklees, England
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The Oakenshaw Cross, Wyke Lane, Oakenshaw
Frank Peel, writing in 1893, did not know the history of this monument but guessed correctly that it was erected by the lord of the manor, Dr Richardson of Bierley Hall. It had four sundials, of which at least two survive as the styles can... (more)
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Evidence of former use, Spen Valley Greenway
The former railway's 1 mile post, measuring from Low Moor junction.
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Old Waterworks, Oakenshaw
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Woodlands C of E Primary School - Mill Carr Hill Road
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Bradford Road, Oakenshaw
The entrance to Oakenshaw village from the south. St. Andrew's Church spire can be seen down the road.
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Post box, Bradford Road, Oakenshaw
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Waterworks Buildings At Oakenshaw
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Site of Oakenshaw Cross
Removed in 2022 after being hit by a lorry. Apparently the historic cross is in store in a council yard - villagers cannot understand why the lorry insurers have not been forced to re-instate the cross.
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Approaching Oakenshaw
Following Wyke Lane eastwards to the village of Oakenshaw, adopted by the Kirklees Way long distance footpath
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South Street at its junction with Cleckheaton Road in Oakenshaw
Looking northward.
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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This mark can be found on the wall of St Andrews Church.
For more detail see : Link
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Walking the dog, Spen Valley Greenway
The tricycle has been adapted to carry a pet box, in case the dog gets tired.
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