Riggs Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Ribble Valley

England

Riggs Plantation

Approaching Langden Bridge Carrying the road over Langden Brook outside Dunsop Bridge.
Approaching Langden Bridge Credit: Phil and Juliette Platt

Riggs Plantation, located in Yorkshire, England, is a picturesque woodland estate known for its rich history and natural beauty. Covering a vast area in the heart of Yorkshire's forested region, the plantation offers a serene and tranquil environment for visitors.

The plantation is primarily composed of dense woodlands that are home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Towering oak, beech, and pine trees dominate the landscape, creating a majestic canopy that provides shade and shelter for the countless species that inhabit the area. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the plantation's enchanting allure.

One of the notable features of Riggs Plantation is its extensive network of walking trails, which meander through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the natural wonders at their own pace. These well-maintained paths offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside and provide ample opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife spotting.

The history of Riggs Plantation dates back centuries, with records indicating its existence as early as the 14th century. Over the years, it has served as a hunting ground for noble families, a source of timber for local industries, and a recreational retreat for nature enthusiasts. Today, the plantation is owned and managed by a conservation organization dedicated to preserving its ecological integrity and providing educational programs for visitors.

Riggs Plantation, with its ancient woodlands, scenic trails, and rich history, is a true gem in Yorkshire's natural landscape. It offers a haven of tranquility and an opportunity to connect with nature, making it a must-visit destination for any nature lover or history enthusiast.

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Approaching Langden Bridge Carrying the road over Langden Brook outside Dunsop Bridge.
Approaching Langden Bridge
Carrying the road over Langden Brook outside Dunsop Bridge.
Old Milestone by Dunsop Bridge By the UC road, in Bowland Forest High parish (Ribble Valley District), formerly Yorkshire West Riding but now Lancashire. Dunsop Bridge, junction with road to Slaidburn.

Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1362243
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1362243" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1362243">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: YW_XBOWa
Old Milestone by Dunsop Bridge
By the UC road, in Bowland Forest High parish (Ribble Valley District), formerly Yorkshire West Riding but now Lancashire. Dunsop Bridge, junction with road to Slaidburn. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1362243 LinkExternal link Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: YW_XBOWa
Track to Langden Castle The track above Langden Intake reaches into the heart of the Bowland Fells.
Track to Langden Castle
The track above Langden Intake reaches into the heart of the Bowland Fells.
Langden Intake Lagoon Part of the infrastructure for the Preston water supply.
Langden Intake Lagoon
Part of the infrastructure for the Preston water supply.
Settling tanks at  Langden Intake Part of the infrastructure for the Preston water supply.
Settling tanks at Langden Intake
Part of the infrastructure for the Preston water supply.
Horses in field near Langden Intake Sykes Nab <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SD6351">SD6351</a> in the background.
Horses in field near Langden Intake
Sykes Nab SD6351 in the background.
Langden Brook The well-wooded stretch of the Brook below Langden Intake.
Langden Brook
The well-wooded stretch of the Brook below Langden Intake.
Service road from Langden Intake The tree-lined service road from the Preston waterworks crosses the Losterdale Brook by a reinforced bridge.
Service road from Langden Intake
The tree-lined service road from the Preston waterworks crosses the Losterdale Brook by a reinforced bridge.
Langden Brook Hareden Farm can be seen in the mouth of the side valley.
Langden Brook
Hareden Farm can be seen in the mouth of the side valley.
Langden Brook
Langden Brook
Dunsop Bridge Over the river and in the village of the same name.
Dunsop Bridge
Over the river and in the village of the same name.
Post Office and Puddleduck Tearoom in Dunsop Bridge
Post Office and Puddleduck Tearoom in Dunsop Bridge
Ribble Valley E-bikes Sale and hire of electric bikes in Dunsop Bridge. Strictly speaking, should be the Hodder Valley not the Ribble Valley.
Ribble Valley E-bikes
Sale and hire of electric bikes in Dunsop Bridge. Strictly speaking, should be the Hodder Valley not the Ribble Valley.
A famous telephone kiosk According to the information engraved on the door and inside the kiosk, this was the 100,000th BT kiosk to be erected and stands at the geographical centre of Great Britain, although both factoids are a bit questionable. If there ever were 100,000 kiosks in Britain, the number is now in freefall. And on their own admission, the centre of Britain (as defined by the Ordnance Survey at the centre of gravity) is actually at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SD637565">SD637565</a>, way up in the hills. 

Other people have their own definition of the centre of Britain. Principal amongst these is David Taylor proprietor of the Centre of Britain Hotel in Haltwhistle. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/12977">NY7064 : Centre of Britain Hotel</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1458607">NY7064 : Haltwhistle claims to be at the centre of Britain</a>. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/2271914.stm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/2271914.stm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for the full story of this bitterly contested subject.
A famous telephone kiosk
According to the information engraved on the door and inside the kiosk, this was the 100,000th BT kiosk to be erected and stands at the geographical centre of Great Britain, although both factoids are a bit questionable. If there ever were 100,000 kiosks in Britain, the number is now in freefall. And on their own admission, the centre of Britain (as defined by the Ordnance Survey at the centre of gravity) is actually at SD637565, way up in the hills. Other people have their own definition of the centre of Britain. Principal amongst these is David Taylor proprietor of the Centre of Britain Hotel in Haltwhistle. See NY7064 : Centre of Britain Hotel and NY7064 : Haltwhistle claims to be at the centre of Britain. See also LinkExternal link for the full story of this bitterly contested subject.
Door of a famous telephone kiosk According to the information engraved on the door and inside the kiosk, this was the 100,000th BT kiosk to be erected and stands at the geographical centre of Great Britain, although both factoids are a bit questionable. If there ever were 100,000 kiosks in Britain, the number is now in freefall. And on their own admission, the centre of Britain (as defined by the Ordnance Survey at the centre of gravity) is actually at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SD637565">SD637565</a>, way up in the hills. 

Other people have their own definition of the centre of Britain. Principal amongst these is David Taylor proprietor of the Centre of Britain Hotel in Haltwhistle. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/12977">NY7064 : Centre of Britain Hotel</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1458607">NY7064 : Haltwhistle claims to be at the centre of Britain</a>. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/2271914.stm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/2271914.stm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for the full story of this bitterly contested subject.
Door of a famous telephone kiosk
According to the information engraved on the door and inside the kiosk, this was the 100,000th BT kiosk to be erected and stands at the geographical centre of Great Britain, although both factoids are a bit questionable. If there ever were 100,000 kiosks in Britain, the number is now in freefall. And on their own admission, the centre of Britain (as defined by the Ordnance Survey at the centre of gravity) is actually at SD637565, way up in the hills. Other people have their own definition of the centre of Britain. Principal amongst these is David Taylor proprietor of the Centre of Britain Hotel in Haltwhistle. See NY7064 : Centre of Britain Hotel and NY7064 : Haltwhistle claims to be at the centre of Britain. See also LinkExternal link for the full story of this bitterly contested subject.
Staple Oak Fell From the car park at Dunsop Bridge.
Staple Oak Fell
From the car park at Dunsop Bridge.
Public telephone box On the green at Dunsop Bridge. Reputedly, this is the 100,000th box installed and (also reputedly) is sited at the geographical centre of Great Britain.
Public telephone box
On the green at Dunsop Bridge. Reputedly, this is the 100,000th box installed and (also reputedly) is sited at the geographical centre of Great Britain.
St. George's, Dunsop Bridge Originally a cow shed, the building later became a chapel, and now seems to be used as a gymnasium.
St. George's, Dunsop Bridge
Originally a cow shed, the building later became a chapel, and now seems to be used as a gymnasium.
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Riggs Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SD6450 (Lat: 53.946364, Lng: -2.5439994)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Ribble Valley

Police Authority: Lancashire

What 3 Words

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