Avenue Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Craven

England

Avenue 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

Avenue Plantation, located in Yorkshire, is a stunning wooded area encompassing a vast expanse of forest. Nestled amidst the idyllic countryside, this plantation offers a serene and peaceful environment for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Covering an extensive area, Avenue Plantation is home to a rich variety of trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the beauty and tranquility of the surroundings.

This woodland area is crisscrossed by several well-defined pathways, allowing visitors to explore the plantation at their own pace. The paths are well-maintained, making it accessible for walkers, hikers, and cyclists. These trails wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views and opportunities to observe the local wildlife.

Avenue Plantation is teeming with diverse fauna, providing a haven for various bird species, mammals, and insects. Birdwatchers can spot a wide range of avian residents, including woodpeckers, owls, and nuthatches. The plantation is also home to deer, foxes, and squirrels, adding to its natural allure.

This woodland area is not only a picturesque retreat but also a valuable resource for the local community. The plantation plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of the region, acting as a carbon sink and offering a sanctuary for native flora and fauna.

Visiting Avenue Plantation in Yorkshire is an immersive experience, allowing visitors to reconnect with nature and appreciate the beauty of the Yorkshire countryside. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, an adventurous hike, or a peaceful picnic, this woodland paradise offers something for everyone.

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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
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!
Wennington Station - platform for trains towards Leeds
Wennington Station - platform for trains towards Leeds
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.
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.
Wennington Station and footbridge
Wennington Station and footbridge
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sun Dial Inn, Low Bentham
Sun Dial Inn, Low Bentham
Lancaster to Leeds railway at Low Bentham
Lancaster to Leeds railway at Low Bentham
Barn at Greenfold
Barn at Greenfold
Access track to Higher Perries
Access track to Higher Perries
Russells Farmhouse with a 1682 date stone.
Russells
Farmhouse with a 1682 date stone.
Sun Dial Inn, Low Bentham Village pub still surviving.
Sun Dial Inn, Low Bentham
Village pub still surviving.
Cottages in Low Bentham Terrace of small cottages close to the centre of the village.
Cottages in Low Bentham
Terrace of small cottages close to the centre of the village.
Stone cross, Low Bentham Erected by the villagers in 1902 in celebration of the coronation of Edward VII.
Stone cross, Low Bentham
Erected by the villagers in 1902 in celebration of the coronation of Edward VII.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Wennington Bridge Spanning the River Wenning in Wennington village.
Wennington Bridge
Spanning the River Wenning in Wennington village.
Wennington railway station Opened in 1850 by the "Little" North Western Railway on what is now the line from Skipton to Lancaster. View east towards Bentham and Skipton.
Wennington railway station
Opened in 1850 by the "Little" North Western Railway on what is now the line from Skipton to Lancaster. View east towards Bentham and Skipton.
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Avenue Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SD6370 (Lat: 54.125833, Lng: -2.5593244)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Craven

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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