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Mytholmroyd

West Yorkshire  >  United Kingdom

Small village in the Pennines. A mix of habitats from views over the hills to mixed woodland. Very good place to see White-throated Dipper.

Added* by Darrell Prest
Most recent update 1 February 2026
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Description

Mytholmroyd is a village in the Upper Calder Valley. Located on the River Calder in a rural setting surrounded by hills and mixed woodland. The river is a very good place to see White-throated Dipper. Other birds that can be spotted in and around the village and along the river are Rook, Black-headed Gull, Eurasian Jay, Long-tailed Tit, Grey Wagtail and White Wagtail.

Details

Access

Mytholmroyd is located in West Yorkshire, about 6 miles west of Halifax. There are direct trains and buses from Halifax to Mytholmroyd. Next to Mytholmroyd train station is a big car park. Press P on the map for directions to the car park.

Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes , River , City/village

Conditions

Open landscape

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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