Though the West Yorkshire village of Hartshead Moor is an old settlement, its name these days is far more likely to bring to mind something very modern – Hartshead Moor Service Station which sits nearby on the M62 motorway. Not only does the service area provide much employment for locals, it also intruded into the life of the village in a very notable way when in 1970 the village cricket team had to give up its pavilion to motorway construction. The cricket club is a vital part of the village, with a proud record dating back to at least 1876, with the rare distinction of keeping the same name throughout its history. Older readers hearing Hartshead Moor may recall a more tragic link – in 1974 an IRA bomb attack on a coach ferrying army personnel, and their families, saw 19 die near Hartshead services. The village is well located for business people and tourists alike with places to visit in Bradford, Huddersfield and Leeds. The attractions of Haworth and Bronte country are just a few miles to the north of Hartshead, and Holmfirth of Last of the Summer Wine fame is an easy drive south from there too.
Places to Stay near Hartshead Moor
Days Inn Bradford M62 (0.24 miles)
The Lodge at Birkby Hall (1.03 miles)
Holiday Inn Leeds/Brighouse (1.19 miles)
Welcome to the Leeds Brighouse hotel, a charming building in the West Yorkshire countryside surrounded by rolling hills, the hotel is a convenient location for Leeds, Halifax and Huddersfield, and Bradford. The city of Manchester ... More | visit website
Black Horse Inn (1.24 miles)
Olde Worlde 17th Century Inn, AA rosette restaurant, Beautiful rooms converted from cottages. M62 just 1/2 a mile, away from it all yet close to everything. You will find The Black Horse Inn ... More
Premier Inn Huddersfield North (1.59 miles)
Ideally located within easy reach of the M62. Galpharm stadium is a local attraction near to this Premier Inn. Conveniently located for Huddersfield train station. Our Huddersfield North Premier Inn has everything you'd expect, incredibly comfy ... More | visit websitePremier Inn Bradford South (1.81 miles)
The Casa Hotel, Bar & Restaurant (2.01 miles)
The Casa Hotel, Bar & Restaurant is nestled in a unique spot in the beautiful Calderdale countryside. With stepped terracing and a balcony restaurant that overlooks the picturesque Cromwell Lake ... More
Gomersal Lodge Hotel (2.21 miles)
Travelodge Huddersfield Mirfield (2.24 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
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