Thurlstone
Its name is believed to be of Old English origin, possibly referring to the god Thunor. Other sources argue that its name is taken from thirled (pierced) rock which is found at its location. The nearby village Thurgoland may have a similar derivation.
The parish church is the Church of St Saviour. It is situated about 8 miles (13 km) from Barnsley, 14 miles (23 km) from Huddersfield, 16 miles (26 km) from both Sheffield, and Glossop, 27 miles (43 km) from Leeds, and 28 miles (45 km) from Manchester.
Governance
Thurlstone was formerly a township in the parish of Penistone, from 1866 Thurlstone was a civil parish in its own right, on 1 April 1938 the parish was abolished and merged with Penistone, part also went to form Dunford. In 1931 the parish had a population of 2,640. In 1894 Thurlstone became an urban district, on 1 April 1938 the district was abolished and merged with Penistone Urban District and Penistone Rural District.
Thurlstone was originally in the Wapentake of Staincross which more or less corresponds with today's Barnsley Borough Area.
Notable people
- Nicholas Saunderson – A prominent member of the scientific community in the 18th century was born in the village.
- John Stones – England international professional footballer, "The Barnsley Beckenbauer" hails from the village.
Images
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Looking over to Royd Moor Wind Farm from Thurstone.
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Work Bank Lane in Thurlstone during the 2 February 2009 Snow in the UK.