Bull Common Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Craven

England

Bull Common Plantation

Old tollhouse The Toll Board on the tollhouse on the B6480 at Low Bentham. This had been a private road that was opened to the public on 3rd May 1932. Even wheelbarrows were charged 2d! — Old tollhouse Credit: Chris Minto

Bull Common Plantation, located in Yorkshire, is a serene and picturesque woodland area that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Spanning over a vast area, the plantation is characterized by its dense forest cover and diverse flora and fauna.

The woodland is primarily composed of deciduous trees, such as oak, beech, and birch, which provide a stunning display of colors during the autumn months. The lush green foliage in the summer creates a cool and refreshing atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

Bull Common Plantation is home to a variety of wildlife species, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a plethora of bird species. Birdwatchers can spot common woodland birds like blue tits, great tits, and robins, as well as more elusive species such as woodpeckers and owls.

Visitors can explore the woodland through a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, which offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape. These paths are suitable for both leisurely walks and more adventurous hikes.

The plantation also features picnic areas and benches, providing visitors with the opportunity to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. It is a popular spot for families and friends to gather for outdoor activities and enjoy a picnic amidst nature.

Overall, Bull Common Plantation in Yorkshire is a haven for nature lovers, offering a tranquil and immersive experience in the heart of a beautiful woodland.

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Bull Common Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.129244/-2.5620636 or Grid Reference SD6370. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old tollhouse

The Toll Board on the tollhouse on the B6480 at Low Bentham. This had been a private road that was opened to the public on 3rd May 1932. Even wheelbarrows were charged 2d!

Chris Minto

Wennington Station - platform for trains towards Leeds

Roger Templeman

Clintsfield Colliery, Ruin

Former Engine and Boiler Houses of Clintsfield Colliery, worked until 1856, later converted into a house but now derelict. It is a 'listed building' and under the administration of English Heritage.

Peter Bond

Wennington Station and footbridge

Peter Bond

The Blands, House

Gutted by fire in February 2009 and now in process of rebuilding, this house was once the home of 'Perpetual' Arthur Burrow. The multi talented and colourful Mr Burrow (1759 - 1827) earned his 'Perpetual' name from his unending quest to develop a machine capable of perpetual motion. He went as far as diverting a stream under his house and engineering a constantly moving grindstone outside the house. A blacksmith by trade he also surreptitiously mined coal from his own mine entered by a trapdoor within the house. He fathered many children and claimed to have been taught to read by an angel, after which he could quote the bible to the letter. When he died, it is said he was buried in a glass fronted coffin as he was sure he would cheat death return from the grave.His grave is in the churchyard of St James the Less, Tatham (SD6069).The mine and attached catacombs are unsafe to visit but the house and gardens are worth a look.

Peter Bond

Folly, The Blands

In the garden of 'Blands' and said to have been built by 'Perpetual' Arthur Burrow for use as a storehouse. Also known locally, I think, as the Goose House.

Peter Bond

Sun Dial Inn, Low Bentham

John H Darch

Barn at Greenfold

John H Darch

Access track to Higher Perries

John H Darch

Sun Dial Inn, Low Bentham

Village pub still surviving.

Phil and Juliette Platt

Cottages in Low Bentham

Terrace of small cottages close to the centre of the village.

Phil and Juliette Platt

Stone cross, Low Bentham

Erected by the villagers in 1902 in celebration of the coronation of Edward VII.

Phil and Juliette Platt

St. John the Baptist, Low Bentham

Church of England parish church in the Diocese of Bradford. The tower is c1340, but the rest of the building dates from 1876.

Phil and Juliette Platt

Toll Bar House

Near Low Bentham. The toll bar across the then private road would be lifted upon payment of a toll, ranging from 1/- (one shilling, or 5 pence) for "every wagon or van drawn by horse or any other beast" to 1d (0.25 new penny) each way for a bicycle. The house is now a nursery.

Phil and Juliette Platt