Oxenhope is a Village in the county of West Yorkshire.
Oxenhope is a picturesque village situated in the heart of West Yorkshire, within the Metropolitan Borough of Bradford. Nestled amongst the Pennine hills, this quaint village is part of the Brontë Country, named after the famous literary sisters who once lived in nearby Haworth. Oxenhope’s natural beauty, characterised by its rolling landscapes, verdant meadows, and stone-built houses, makes it a popular destination for walkers, cyclists, and those seeking a tranquil escape from urban life.
The village has a rich history, with its roots dating back to the medieval period. Over the years, it has seen the rise and fall of industries such as wool and textiles. The Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, a heritage steam railway line, terminates in Oxenhope, offering visitors a nostalgic journey through the scenic Worth Valley. The annual Oxenhope Straw Race, a unique event involving teams carrying bales of straw over a challenging course, is a testament to the village’s vibrant community spirit and its fondness for maintaining local traditions.
In addition to its historical and natural attractions, Oxenhope boasts a range of local amenities, including pubs, shops, and community centres. The proximity to other attractions in Brontë Country, such as the Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth, means that visitors to Oxenhope often take the opportunity to explore the wider region. Overall, Oxenhope stands as a testament to the enduring charm of English villages, combining historical significance with natural beauty and a warm community spirit.
Oxenhope postcode: BD22 9
There are great places to visit near Oxenhope including some great cities, villages, woodlands, parks, historic buildings, museums, gardens, country parks, hiking areas, towns, lakes, historic monuments, hills, ancient sites, geological features, nature reserves, shopping centres, airports, bluebell woods, ruins, rivers and streams, castles, waterfalls and boroughs.
Oxenhope's best nearby cities can be found at Bradford, Leeds, and Wakefield.
Villages to visit near Oxenhope include Wyke, Haworth, Oxenhope, Thornton, Manningham, Saltaire, and Ripponden.
Woodlands to visit near Oxenhope include Judy Woods, Chevin Forest Park, Calverley Wood, Middleton Park, and Hardcastle Crags.
There are a several good parks in the Oxenhope area like Lister Park, Cartwright Hall Gardens, Peel Park, Shibden Park, Roundhay Park, Middleton Park, and Park Square.
Oxenhope has some unmissable historic buildings nearby like Cartwright Hall, Ilkley Manor House, Hewenden Viaduct, Halifax Town Hall, North Bridge - Halifax, Halifax Minister, and Wainhouse Tower.
There are a number of museums near Oxenhope including Cartwright Hall, and Yorkshire Sculpture Park.
Cartwright Hall Gardens is one of Oxenhope's best, nearby gardens to visit in Oxenhope.
Penistone Hill Country Park, Ogden Water Country Park, Shibden Country Park, Chevin Forest Park, Golden Acre Park, Bretton Country Park, and Yorkshire Sculpture Park are great places to visit near Oxenhope if you like country parks.
Oxenhope's best nearby hiking areas can be found at Penistone Hill Country Park, Colden, The Bridestones on Bridestones Moor, The Chevin, Hardcastle Crags, Withens Clough, and The Salt and Pepper Pots.
Don't miss Ilkley, Sowerby Bridge, Halifax, Todmorden, Huddersfield, Bradley, and Otley's towns if visiting the area around Oxenhope.
Chellow Dean Reservoirs, Boothwood Reservoir, Ogden Water Country Park, Ogden Water, Shibden Park, Light Hazzles Reservoir, and Warland Reservoir are some of Oxenhope best lakes to visit near Oxenhope.
Oxenhope has some unmissable historic monuments nearby like Wainhouse Tower, Centre Hill Beacon Site, The Salt and Pepper Pots, Lund's Tower, and Wainman's Pinnacle.
There are a number of hills near Oxenhope including Centre Hill, Stoodley Pike, The Chevin, and The Salt and Pepper Pots.
Ancient Sites to visit near Oxenhope include Stones Lane Standing Stones, Centre Hill Beacon Site, and The Bridestones on Bridestones Moor.
Oxenhope is near some unmissable geological features like The Bridestones on Bridestones Moor,
Oxenhope has some unmissable nature reserves nearby like Rodley Nature Reserve, RSPB St Aidan's, RSPB Fairburn Ings, and Yorkshire Sculpture Park.
There are a number of shopping centres near Oxenhope including Trinity Leeds, White Rose Shopping Centre, The Merrion Centre, County Arcade, and Leeds Kirkgate Market.
Oxenhope is near some unmissable airports like Leeds Bradford Airport,
There are a number of bluebell woods near to Oxenhope including Middleton Park.
Oxenhope has some unmissable ruins nearby like Kirkstall Abbey, and Sandal Castle.
The area around Oxenhope features a number of interesting rivers and streams including River Dearne at Bretton, Hebden Water, and Hebden Beck.
Places near Oxenhope feature a number of interesting castles including Sandal Castle.
Waterfalls to visit near Oxenhope include Greenwood Lee Clough Waterfall, and Lumb Falls.
Don't miss Kirklees's boroughs if visiting the area around Oxenhope.
Oxenhope History
There are some historic monuments around Oxenhope:
