Staincliffe maps

A part map of Batley drawn in 1750.

The land owned by the Shepleys to whom tythes were paid is shown.

On this land, near Staincliffe is where John and Sarah Walker lived

together from 1714 to 1742. Sarah and son Robert continued to live

here following her husband's death until about 1753.

A part O.S. map of 1847 covering the same area as above.

The field configeration is very similar and the Walker field area is highlighted.

The Walker's property by this date was known as Low Fold.

Houses cover the area at this time. 2001