Tosside is a small village on the border of North Yorkshire and Lancashire in Northern England.
It lies within the Forest of Bowland, and is between the villages of Slaidburn in Lancashire and Wigglesworth in North Yorkshire.
The village is 870 feet (270 m) above sea level and lies at 54.0001°N / 2.35436°W on the B6478.

Tosside is situated on the Lancashire/North Yorkshire border - literally. The village is split with the eastern half being in North Yorkshire and the western half being in Lancashire.

The name Tosside is believed to be derived from Norse/Anglo-Saxon. The name can be traced back to two old Scandinavian words - 'Tod' meaning fox and 'Saetr' meaning a high summer pasture.
The name gradually changed to Toddsett, then Tossett and ultimately to Tosside. This fact is recognised to this day with the symbol of the fox being present on the top of the small water fountain at the centre of the village.
Tosside has a population of around 100 families scattered across a widespread area, living typically in upland farms and other remote dwellings.

The village itself comprises the Village Community Hall, St Bartholomew's Church, The Dog and Partridge public house and a handful of privately-owned houses. On the edge of the village is Crowtrees Park and Crowtrees Inn, an original 17th century farm house.
It is a favourite drinking and dining place for residents and holiday people alike. Bar snacks are available together with meals in the restaurant.
The Saturday evening entertainment and Sunday lunch also proves popular amongst guests and locals.

The Village Community Hall provides a focal point for this active local community. The hall may be hired for special events and functions.

Location: Tosside.

Photographer: D B Flynn