Dereks Orchard

Wood, Forest in Lancashire Pendle

England

Dereks Orchard

Hare and Hounds Inn, Foulridge At the junction of the A56 and Skipton Old Road — Hare and Hounds Inn, Foulridge Credit: Eirian Evans

Derek's Orchard is a picturesque woodland located in the heart of Lancashire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is a captivating destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility amidst the hustle and bustle of modern life.

The orchard consists primarily of a dense forest, with towering trees providing a lush green canopy. The diverse range of tree species found here includes oak, beech, birch, and ash, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, adding bursts of color to the serene landscape.

Visitors to Derek's Orchard can explore a network of well-maintained trails that wind their way through the woodland. These paths offer an opportunity to immerse oneself in the natural surroundings and discover the hidden treasures that lie within. Wildlife enthusiasts will be delighted to spot a plethora of creatures that call this woodland home, including squirrels, rabbits, and an array of bird species.

The orchard also boasts a small pond, which serves as a watering hole for local wildlife and adds to the overall charm of the area. The tranquil atmosphere and the gentle sound of birdsong make it an ideal spot for relaxation and reflection.

Derek's Orchard is open to the public year-round and offers a range of amenities such as picnic areas and benches for visitors to enjoy. Whether one is seeking a peaceful walk, a family outing, or a chance to connect with nature, this enchanting woodland is a must-visit destination in Lancashire.

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Dereks Orchard Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.867237/-2.1799973 or Grid Reference SD8841. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hare and Hounds Inn, Foulridge

At the junction of the A56 and Skipton Old Road

Eirian Evans

Foulridge Upper Reservoir

The second of the Foulridge reservoirs, this one was constructed in 1865 to supply water to the Leeds Liverpool Canal

Eirian Evans

Montague Street, Colne

Eirian Evans

New Market Street, Colne

A street mostly of terraced houses with Colne Town Hall at the far end

Eirian Evans

Foulridge Tunnel North Portal

On the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, a tunnel which can be seen through from end to end

Kevin Waterhouse

Old Wayside Cross beside Skipton Road in Foulridge

Maiden or Tailor's Cross, the old head and neck of a wayside cross. This has been moved and set next to the war memorial on a raised paved area at the junction of the A56 Skipton Road and Lowther Lane in Foulridge parish. Old OS maps from 1844 onwards show Tailor’s Cross sited beside Skipton Road at SD8903041631. Reported by George Haines in Discovering Crosses to have been in the churchyard. The cross has what appears to be a pair of scissors or shears in carving. Read Link

and Link

. Milestone Society National ID: LAPD_FOU

Lee Rob

Mason Street in Colne

Steve Daniels

KFC in Colne

Steve Daniels

Barrowford Reservoir, drained

The reservoir, which serves the Leeds and Liverpool Canal rather than public water supply, was not empty because of the 2022 drought, but because it had been deliberately drained down in autumn 2021 for a year-long contract to stabilise the embankment. A short section of the canal nearby was also drained for maintenance at the same time.

Stephen Craven

Caspers Fold, Francis Avenue, Higherford

The house bears a datestone of 2000.

Stephen Craven

Old Cross in St Bartholomew churchyard, Colne

Emmott Cross or Touch Cross, the old shaft and base of a cross. Set in the southeast corner of the churchyard between the east end of St Bartholomew's church and the Sunday School in Colne parish. Moved here in 1967. This is reported in a Historic England Research Record Link

as a former central cross from the junction of Windy Bank and Colne Lane or from Market Street, both about SD890401. It is also reported in The Northern Antiquarian Link

as a former wayside cross from Emmott Hall, Laneshaw Bridge, about SD927404 or beside the Laneshaw Bridge to Haworth Road over Herders Common. Grade II Listed Link

. Milestone Society National ID: LAPD_COL02

Lee Rob

The Cross Gaits, Blacko

The grade II listed pub (list entry 1273141) dates probably from the 18th century, and was highly commended by another contributor SD8641 : Blacko, Lancashire: The 'Cross Gaits' but alas it was closed on a Monday. Not long after my visit I saw a media report that the pub was to be closed and put up for sale in 2023.

Stephen Craven

The Cross Gaits, Blacko - detail

See SD8641 : The Cross Gaits, Blacko for context. The stone tablet is dated 1736 and bears the odd inscription 'good ale to morrow for nothing', which could perhaps mean that beer once poured will go off by the next day, or that the pleasures of a night out are forgotten with the morning's hangover.

Stephen Craven

Layby opposite the Cross Gaits pub

The pub also has its own car park round the back. For a close-up of the old roadsign see SD8641 : Direction Sign – Signpost on Barnoldswick Road. Milestone Society National ID: LA_SD8641

Stephen Craven

Beverley Road on a frosty morning

The hoar frost brings out the winter form of the trees.

Stephen Craven

Entering Blacko from the east

A welcome sign on Beverley Road.

Stephen Craven

Fields below Blacko Hill Side

The gently sloping fields below the farm were covered in about 2cm of snow, but the steeper hillside higher up was clear. What's the explanation?

Stephen Craven

Access road to Burnt House Farm

This is no ordinary farm track, but an engineered road on an embankment supported by steel sheet piles along the side of the beck to the left. A public right of way follows the road towards and then around the farm.

Stephen Craven

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Dereks Orchard is located at Grid Ref: SD8841 (Lat: 53.867237, Lng: -2.1799973)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Pendle

Police Authority: Lancashire