Kirkburton
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Kirkburton is a village in West Yorkshire, governed by Kirklees Council. With a population of approximately 26,000, it is part of the HD8 postcode area. The village is notable for its historic architecture, including the 13th-century All Hallows Church, reflecting its rich heritage in the region.

Explore the map below to discover accommodation, attractions, restaurants, and live events across Kirkburton. Scroll down to browse featured listings and plan your perfect visit.

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Accommodation at Three Acres Inn and Restaurant in kirkburton
Hotel

Three Acres Inn and Restaurant

Roydhouse, Shelley, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 8LR
📍1.1m from the centre of Kirkburton

Accommodation at Innkeeper's Lodge Huddersfield, Kirkburton in kirkburton
Hotel

Innkeeper's Lodge Huddersfield, Kirkburton

The Foxglove Vintage Inn, 36A Penistone Road, Kirkburton, HD8 0PQ, United Kingdom
📍0.6m from the centre of Kirkburton

Accommodation at Ploughcroft Cottage in halifax
Hotel

Ploughcroft Cottage

Ploughcroft Cottage, 53 Ploughcroft Lane, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 6TX, United Kingdom
📍11.2m from the centre of Kirkburton

Accommodation at Birkby Lodge in huddersfield
Bed & Breakfast

Birkby Lodge

48 Birkby Lodge Rd, Birkby, Huddersfield HD2 2BG, UK
📍5.1m from the centre of Kirkburton

Birkby Lodge offers comfortable accommodation in Huddersfield, perfect for groups seeking spacious rooms and unique facilities.

Accommodation at 6 Bedroom Villa in Barnsley Centre in barnsley
Hotel

6 Bedroom Villa in Barnsley Centre

61 Longman Road, Barnsley, S70 2LD, United Kingdom
📍9.6m from the centre of Kirkburton

Things to Do in Kirkburton

A green steam locomotive at a railway station with a conductor, surrounded by tracks and greenery.
Attraction

Kirklees Light Railway

57 Station Rd, Skelmanthorpe, Clayton West, Huddersfield HD8 9AU, UK
📍3.8m from the centre of Kirkburton

Located in the scenic village of Clayton West, the Kirklees Light Railway offers a delightful experience for families and tourists alike. Enjoy a picturesque train journey through the countryside, complete with a cafe and shop for refreshments. While parking details are not explicitly mentioned, visitors should be prepared for standard pay-and-display parking options.

Lush green pathway flanked by trees, with stone arches visible in the background along the Trans Pennine Trail.
Walks & Hiking

Trans pennine trail

14 St Mary's St, Penistone, Sheffield S36 6DT, UK
📍6.5m from the centre of Kirkburton

Explore the Trans Pennine Trail, an easy, flat, and comfortable route perfect for walking, cycling, and family adventures.

Aerial view of Watermeadows Park featuring a large stone viaduct and lush green fields under a clear sky.
Park

Watermeadows Park

Water Hall Ln, Penistone, Sheffield S36 8EQ, UK
📍6.3m from the centre of Kirkburton

Watermeadows Park in Penistone offers a tranquil escape with scenic viaduct views and rich biodiversity.

The ArtHouse Cafe features a stone facade with large windows and a sign displaying its name, cafe, deli, and gallery.
Cafe

The ArtHouse Cafe

3A Church St, Penistone, Sheffield S36 6AR, UK
📍6.5m from the centre of Kirkburton

Experience Penistone's warm hospitality and delicious, traditional cafe delights at The ArtHouse Cafe.

Pub The Butchers Arms Hepworth in hepworth
Pub

The Butchers Arms Hepworth

38 Towngate, Hepworth, West Yorkshire, HD9 1TE
📍4.3m from the centre of Kirkburton

Broadway Kitchen - Takeaway in huddersfield
Takeaway

Broadway Kitchen

99 Clare Hill, Huddersfield HD1 5BP, UK
📍4.7m from the centre of Kirkburton

Broadway Kitchen in Huddersfield offers highly-rated, authentic homemade dishes, perfect for a delicious takeaway meal.

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Geographic Facts

This village is geographically within the following regions:

Population
26,439
Postcode
HD8
Administrative area
Kirklees
Dialing code
01484

Data sourced from Wikidata and verified public records

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