Briery Bank Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Ribble Valley

England

Briery Bank Wood

Terraced cottages in Bolton-by-Bowland
Terraced cottages in Bolton-by-Bowland Credit: Oliver Dixon

Briery Bank Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, this forested area covers a vast expanse of approximately 500 acres. The wood is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and a popular destination for outdoor activities.

The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, predominantly consisting of oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees provide a cool and shaded environment, creating a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere within the wood. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, adding splashes of color to the natural landscape.

Briery Bank Wood is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species. Ornithologists flock to the wood to catch a glimpse of the rare and elusive species that inhabit its trees and undergrowth. The wood also boasts a diverse insect population, including butterflies and beetles, attracting entomologists from far and wide.

The wood offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These trails wind through the forest, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and offering opportunities for birdwatching and photography. Briery Bank Wood also features picnic areas and benches, allowing visitors to relax and immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature.

Overall, Briery Bank Wood is a captivating woodland in Yorkshire, offering a rich natural environment and a haven for all who appreciate the beauty of the great outdoors.

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Terraced cottages in Bolton-by-Bowland
Terraced cottages in Bolton-by-Bowland
Cottage in Bolton-by-Bowland
Cottage in Bolton-by-Bowland
Hallowe'en in Bolton-by-Bowland The Hallowe'en decorations seem to become more extreme year on year.
Hallowe'en in Bolton-by-Bowland
The Hallowe'en decorations seem to become more extreme year on year.
Village Green, Bolton-by-Bowland Grade II listed cross.
Village Green, Bolton-by-Bowland
Grade II listed cross.
Sawley village and abbey [1] An information board about the abbey.
Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099">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>  The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492">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>
Sawley village and abbey [1]
An information board about the abbey. Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: LinkExternal link
Sawley village and abbey [2] The ruins of the abbey church.
Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099">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>  The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492">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>
Sawley village and abbey [2]
The ruins of the abbey church. Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: LinkExternal link
Sawley village and abbey [3] An information board about the abbey.
Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099">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>  The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492">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>
Sawley village and abbey [3]
An information board about the abbey. Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: LinkExternal link
Sawley village and abbey [4] The ruins of some of the monk's accommodation.
Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099">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>  The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492">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>
Sawley village and abbey [4]
The ruins of some of the monk's accommodation. Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: LinkExternal link
Sawley village and abbey [5] The remains of part of the floor of the abbey church.
Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099">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>  The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492">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>
Sawley village and abbey [5]
The remains of part of the floor of the abbey church. Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: LinkExternal link
Sawley village and abbey [6] The remains of the abbey church.
Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099">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>  The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492">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>
Sawley village and abbey [6]
The remains of the abbey church. Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: LinkExternal link
Sawley village and abbey [7] Fragments of carved stone in storage.
Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1072099">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>  The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015492">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>
Sawley village and abbey [7]
Fragments of carved stone in storage. Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage. The abbey remains are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument with much detail at: LinkExternal link
Sawley village and abbey [8] This delightful former school, which closed in 1976, is now the village hall.
Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage.
Sawley village and abbey [8]
This delightful former school, which closed in 1976, is now the village hall. Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage.
War memorial  Adjacent to the village hall, Sawley war memorial is a sandstone cross, unveiled in 1921.
Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage.
War memorial
Adjacent to the village hall, Sawley war memorial is a sandstone cross, unveiled in 1921. Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage.
Sawley village and abbey [9] A row of houses in rubble stone under a stone slate roof.
Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage.
Sawley village and abbey [9]
A row of houses in rubble stone under a stone slate roof. Sawley is a small village on the banks of the River Ribble, some 3½ miles northeast of Clitheroe. The village is dominated by the ruins of the Cistercian abbey founded in 1148. The abbey was dissolved in 1536 and mostly demolished, the stone taken and reused in neighbouring farms and cottages. The ruins are now in the care of English Heritage.
Cafe by the A59
Cafe by the A59
Dunbia Meat Processing Factory
Dunbia Meat Processing Factory
Sawley Abbey Remains of the south transept of the abbey church
Sawley Abbey
Remains of the south transept of the abbey church
Sawley Abbey Remains of the north transept and crossing of the abbey church
Sawley Abbey
Remains of the north transept and crossing of the abbey church
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Briery Bank Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD7847 (Lat: 53.926361, Lng: -2.3276168)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Ribble Valley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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