Walter Hill Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Ribble Valley

England

Walter Hill Plantation

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on a field gatepost beside knot Lane at White Hill.
The benchmark has a recorded height of 153.6954 metres above sea level.
For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm121976" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm121976">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>
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark Credit: Peter Wood

Walter Hill Plantation, located in Yorkshire, England, is a sprawling estate known for its pristine woodlands and lush forests. Covering an extensive area, the plantation is a haven for nature enthusiasts and offers a serene retreat from the bustling city life.

The plantation's wood and forest areas are its standout features, attracting visitors from far and wide. The woodlands are characterized by a diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and maple, which create a vibrant and colorful landscape throughout the year. The forest, on the other hand, boasts towering conifers, such as pine and spruce, providing a sense of grandeur and tranquility.

Visitors to the Walter Hill Plantation can enjoy various outdoor activities amidst this natural splendor. Hiking trails meander through the woods, offering picturesque views of the surrounding countryside. Birdwatchers will find delight in the plantation's avian population, with a variety of species, such as woodpeckers and owls, calling this area home.

For those seeking a more immersive experience, the plantation offers opportunities for camping and picnicking, allowing visitors to fully embrace the beauty of the wood and forest. The peaceful ambiance and fresh air make it an ideal spot for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Walter Hill Plantation also promotes conservation efforts, ensuring the preservation of its natural resources. The estate actively engages in sustainable practices, such as reforestation and habitat restoration, to maintain the ecological balance within its wood and forest areas.

In conclusion, Walter Hill Plantation in Yorkshire is a remarkable destination for nature-lovers, with its expansive wood and forest areas offering a chance to reconnect with the natural world.

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Walter Hill Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.936348/-2.2439343 or Grid Reference SD8448. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on a field gatepost beside knot Lane at White Hill.
The benchmark has a recorded height of 153.6954 metres above sea level.
For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm121976" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm121976">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>
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This mark can be found on a field gatepost beside knot Lane at White Hill. The benchmark has a recorded height of 153.6954 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on the wall of St Mary's Church, Gisburn
The benchmark has a recorded height of 138.3304 metres above sea level.
For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm36317" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm36317">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>
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This mark can be found on the wall of St Mary's Church, Gisburn The benchmark has a recorded height of 138.3304 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Horton bridge The benchmark is cut into the eastern parapet of the bridge.
Horton bridge
The benchmark is cut into the eastern parapet of the bridge.
Horton bridge There is a benchmark cut into the eastern parapet of the bridge. It is located to the right of the small concrete support seen in the centre of the picture.
Horton bridge
There is a benchmark cut into the eastern parapet of the bridge. It is located to the right of the small concrete support seen in the centre of the picture.
Delicious Deli and Café - Gisburn
Delicious Deli and Café - Gisburn
Gutteridge Farm
Gutteridge Farm
Fields East of Gisburn
Fields East of Gisburn
West Portal Gisburne Park  Railway Tunnel A cut and cover short tunnel required by the landowner and decorated appropriately. The turrets of the east portal can be seen as well across this part of Gisburne Park
West Portal Gisburne Park Railway Tunnel
A cut and cover short tunnel required by the landowner and decorated appropriately. The turrets of the east portal can be seen as well across this part of Gisburne Park
Gisburne Park Railway Tunnel Turrets A curious view of mock castle turrets in parkland, disguising a railway line
Gisburne Park Railway Tunnel Turrets
A curious view of mock castle turrets in parkland, disguising a railway line
Old Guide Stone by A682, Rimington Lane junction with Hardacre Lane (East face) The Guide Stone is located in angle of minor roads, next to grey metal junction box on the West side of the road.  Parish of Rimington (Ribble Valley District). Carved stone post, erected in the 18th Century, old edge chips. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6076649" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6076649">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:- 
TO / {hand to left}  / BurnLey /(1) 2 m : : TO / {hand to right} / (?) /5 ms / TO E {hand to left} / Gisbern / 1m 

Grade II listed. 
List Entry Number: 1165264 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1165264" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1165264">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> 

Milestone Society National ID: YW_XGIS
Old Guide Stone by A682, Rimington Lane junction with Hardacre Lane (East face)
The Guide Stone is located in angle of minor roads, next to grey metal junction box on the West side of the road.  Parish of Rimington (Ribble Valley District). Carved stone post, erected in the 18th Century, old edge chips. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- TO / {hand to left} / BurnLey /(1) 2 m : : TO / {hand to right} / (?) /5 ms / TO E {hand to left} / Gisbern / 1m Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1165264 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: YW_XGIS
Old Guide Stone by A682, Rimington Lane junction with Hardacre Lane (West Face) The Guide Stone is located in angle of minor roads, next to grey metal junction box on the West side of the road.  Parish of Rimington (Ribble Valley District). Carved stone post, erected in the 18th Century, old edge chips. East face photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7383066" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7383066">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:- 
TO / {hand to left}  / BurnLey /(1) 2 m : : TO / {hand to right} / (?) / 5 ms / TO E {hand to left} / Gisbern / 1m 

Grade II listed. 
List Entry Number: 1165264 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1165264" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1165264">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> 

Milestone Society National ID: YW_XGIS
Old Guide Stone by A682, Rimington Lane junction with Hardacre Lane (West Face)
The Guide Stone is located in angle of minor roads, next to grey metal junction box on the West side of the road.  Parish of Rimington (Ribble Valley District). Carved stone post, erected in the 18th Century, old edge chips. East face photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- TO / {hand to left} / BurnLey /(1) 2 m : : TO / {hand to right} / (?) / 5 ms / TO E {hand to left} / Gisbern / 1m Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1165264 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: YW_XGIS
Old milestone This milestone which would have stood at the southeast corner of the A59/B6265 Bracewll Lane is now built into steps at the back of the White Bull PH in Gisburn.  This face is engraved with a hand pointing left/To/SKipton/9 Miles/hand pointing right/Gisbor(n)/2 Ms.  The other visible face is engraved with a hand pointing left To/Settle 11 ms/hand to right/Colne 7 ms.
Old milestone
This milestone which would have stood at the southeast corner of the A59/B6265 Bracewll Lane is now built into steps at the back of the White Bull PH in Gisburn. This face is engraved with a hand pointing left/To/SKipton/9 Miles/hand pointing right/Gisbor(n)/2 Ms. The other visible face is engraved with a hand pointing left To/Settle 11 ms/hand to right/Colne 7 ms.
Gisburne Park Entrance Lodges At the south entrance at the end of Park Road from the centre of Gisburn
Gisburne Park Entrance Lodges
At the south entrance at the end of Park Road from the centre of Gisburn
White Hill Small drumlin off Knot Lane
White Hill
Small drumlin off Knot Lane
Rivet benchmark on a milestone north of Gisburn Settle 10 miles on the south face, Gisburn 1 mile on the north.   The Ordnance Survey arrow is on the east face
Rivet benchmark on a milestone north of Gisburn
Settle 10 miles on the south face, Gisburn 1 mile on the north. The Ordnance Survey arrow is on the east face
Sunnybank, Horton
Sunnybank, Horton
Higher Paradise Congregational Chapel, Horton
Higher Paradise Congregational Chapel, Horton
Higher Paradise Congregational Chapel, Horton, Graveyard
Higher Paradise Congregational Chapel, Horton, Graveyard
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Walter Hill Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SD8448 (Lat: 53.936348, Lng: -2.2439343)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Ribble Valley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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