Twenty Acre Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Craven

England

Twenty Acre Plantation

Twenty Acre Plantation, located in Yorkshire, is a picturesque woodland area known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. Spanning over twenty acres, this plantation is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

The woodland is primarily composed of various species of trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a wide range of flora and fauna. A network of well-maintained trails meanders through the plantation, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its enchanting beauty.

The plantation is home to a rich array of wildlife, with numerous species of birds, mammals, and insects inhabiting the area. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds, while mammal enthusiasts may come across deer, foxes, and rabbits. The diverse range of insects includes butterflies, bees, and beetles.

Aside from its natural beauty, Twenty Acre Plantation also serves as an important educational resource. Local schools and environmental organizations often organize educational trips to the plantation, providing students with hands-on experiences to learn about the importance of conservation and the natural world. The plantation's management actively promotes sustainable practices and engages in habitat restoration efforts to preserve the area's ecological integrity.

Overall, Twenty Acre Plantation in Yorkshire is a captivating woodland retreat that offers visitors the chance to immerse themselves in nature. Whether it's for leisurely walks, wildlife observation, or educational purposes, this plantation provides a serene and enriching experience for all who visit.

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Twenty Acre Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.126134/-2.3809878 or Grid Reference SD7570. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Clapham Bridge

Bob McPartland

Bridge over Clapham Beck Waterfall

Clapham Falls is a man-made waterfall which sees Clapham Beck drop below a bridge, in three separate tiers, from the lake above into Clapham itself. The waterfall was constructed in 1837 by Oliver and James William Farrar as part of the remodelling of the estate of Ingleborough Hall.

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St James' Church, Clapham

Looking across Clapham Beck towards the Church of St James at Clapham. The majority of the current church dates from 1814 although the tower has been retained from an earlier, fifteenth century, church. It is a Grade II listed building (List Entry Number: 1132398 Link

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Clapham Falls

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Clapham Beck Waterfall

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Clapham Beck and the Church of St James

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Clapham Lake

Clapham Lake is a man-made ornamental lake in Clapdale, just above the village of Clapham. It is surrounded by woodland and is seen here from Clapdale Drive, a wide track that passes along the western side of the lake on its through Clapdale Wood towards Ingleborough Cave. Known simply as The Lake, this artificial lake was constructed in the 18th century as part of the remodelling of the Ingleborough estate by the Farrar family who built a dam to hold back the waters of Clapham Beck, which drains via the artificial watercourse of Clapham Falls.

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Lake at Clapham

Known simply as The Lake, this artificial lake, just above the village of Clapham, was constructed in the 18th century as part of the remodelling of the Ingleborough estate by the Farrar family who built a dam to hold back the waters of Clapham Beck, which drains via the artificial watercourse of Clapham Falls. The ornamental lake is surrounded by woodland and is seen here from Clapdale Drive, a wide track that passes along the western side of the lake on its through Clapdale Wood towards Ingleborough Cave.

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Cat Hole Sike

The shallow streambed that passes beneath Clapdale Drive is called Cat Hole Syke. ("Syke" or "sike" is a colloquial term for a small stream). The steeply dipping Ordovician rocks, some more than 400 million years old, were pushed to the surface by a major disturbance in the earth's crust which caused massive earth movements tilting them to their present angle. This is part of the Craven Fault System Link

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The Lake, Clapham

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Fields north of Calter Barn

Ingleborough on the horizon

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Church Avenue, Clapham

Looking northward.

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Station Road, Clapham

Looking south-westward.

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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This Mark can be found on the parapet wall of Clapham Beck Bridge, Clapham. The recorded details give a height of 155.9601 metres above sea level. For more detail see : Link

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Clapdale Drive, Clapdale Wood

Clapdale Drive is a wide track that passes along the western side of the lake and above Clapham Beck as it climbs from Clapham village, through Clapdale Wood towards Ingleborough Cave.

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The Grotto, Clapdale Drive

The Grotto is a late-nineteenth century folly commissioned by the Farrer family as a place to sit and enjoy the views of Thwaite Scars. It was constructed of large pieces of limestone set back against the steep hillside. Although it has become rather dilapidated, it is still a useful place to shelter when caught out by the weather.

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Ingleborough Estate Trail, Clapdale Drive

Clapdale Drive is a wide track that passes along the western side of the lake and above Clapham Beck as it climbs from Clapham village, through Clapdale Wood towards Ingleborough Cave.

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