River Worth facts for kids
Quick facts for kids River Worth |
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Bridge over River Worth – Coney Lane, Keighley
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| Country | England |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Watersheddles Reservoir, Lancashire 329 metres (1,079 ft) 53°50′17″N 2°2′49″W / 53.83806°N 2.04694°W |
| River mouth | River Aire, Keighley 88 metres (289 ft) 53°52′31″N 1°53′7″W / 53.87528°N 1.88528°W |
| Length | 15.2 kilometres (9.4 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Basin size | 87.3 km2 (33.7 sq mi) |
The River Worth is a cool river in West Yorkshire, England. It starts high up on the moors from small streams that feed Watersheddles Reservoir. The river then flows through the beautiful Worth Valley to a town called Haworth. Here, another stream, Bridgehouse Beck, joins it. The River Worth is a tributary of the River Aire, meaning it flows into the Aire. It joins the River Aire at the end of the Worth Valley in Keighley.
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Journey of the River Worth
The River Worth begins its journey from many small streams. These streams feed Watersheddles Reservoir, which is just over the border in Lancashire. From this reservoir, the River Worth flows east. It then enters Ponden Reservoir before reaching the town of Haworth.
In Haworth, a stream called Bridgehouse Beck flows into the River Worth. The river then continues flowing east and north-east. It passes through the areas around Keighley before reaching the town centre. Here, North Beck joins the River Worth. Finally, the River Worth flows towards Stockbridge. This is where it meets and joins the River Aire.
Wildlife in the River Worth
The River Worth was once quite dirty because of old factories. But now, there isn't much industry nearby. This means the river has become much cleaner! Many different kinds of animals and plants now live along its course.
You can often spot amazing birds like herons, kingfishers, and dippers. The river is also home to small brown trout and grayling. However, these fish can only live in certain parts of the river. This is because there are some tall weirs (small dams) left over from the river's factory days. These weirs make it hard for fish to move freely.
History of the River Worth
For a long time, the River Worth was very important for local industries. Its flowing water provided power for wool and clothing factories. These factories were called mills. The first cotton mill in this area was built in 1780. This shows how the river helped the local economy grow.
Fun Things to Do by the River
The valley where the River Worth flows is a great place for fun activities!
- Keighley & Worth Valley Railway: This is a famous old railway line. It runs through the valley and is a popular attraction. You can ride on old steam trains here!
- The Worth Way: Bradford City Council has created a walking path along the valley. It's called 'The Worth Way' and is a circular route. It's perfect for a nice walk.
- Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, you can do that too! You need a special permit to fish in certain parts of the river.
River Worth Connections
Streams Joining the Worth
Many smaller streams flow into the River Worth. These are called tributaries.
- Little Spring Dike
- Dean Clough
- Whitestone Clough
- Ponden Clough Beck
- Lumb Beck
- Lower Pitcher Clough
- Sladen Beck
- Bridgehouse Beck
- North Beck
Towns and Villages Along the Worth
The River Worth flows past or through several towns and villages.
- Stanbury
- Oldfield
- Haworth
- Oakworth
- Damems
- Keighley
Bridges Over the Worth
Many roads and paths cross over the River Worth. Here are some of them:
- Unnamed road, Silver Hill Bank
- Unnamed road, Old Snap Bottoms
- Old Lane, Old House
- Ponden Lane, Scar Top
- Ponden Bridge
- Lumbfoot Road, Lumb Foot
- Lord Bridge, Mytholmes
- Spring Head Road, Mytholmes
- Victoria Avenue, Mytholmes
- Mytholmes Lane, Oakworth
- Unnamed road, Damems
- Keighley & Worth Valley Railway
- A629, Keighley
- Woodhouse Road, Keighley
- Coney Lane, Keighley
- Gresley Road, Keighley
- Low Mill Lane, Keighley
- Main Line Railway
- Dalton Lane, Keighley
- A650 (Aire Valley Road), Keighley
- Aireworth Road, Keighley
Images for kids
- River Worth Images
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Small brown trout from the River Worth
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Footbridge over the River Worth near Lumbfoot
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Bronte Way footbridge over the infant River Worth
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Keighley - footpath alongside River Worth
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River Worth - Coney Lane, Keighley
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River Worth and Weir
