Thorny Dyke Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Craven

England

Thorny Dyke Plantation

Lightning Tree on the Road to Otterburn Situated on the road from Airton to Otterburn. — Lightning Tree on the Road to Otterburn Credit: Andy Beecroft

Thorny Dyke Plantation, located in Yorkshire, England, is a picturesque woodland retreat encompassing an expansive area of dense forest. Spread over several acres, the plantation boasts a diverse and vibrant ecosystem that is home to a myriad of flora and fauna.

The woodland itself is characterized by its thorny undergrowth, which gives the plantation its distinctive name. Thickets of hawthorn bushes and brambles dominate the forest floor, creating a natural barrier and providing shelter for various woodland animals. Towering oak and beech trees dominate the canopy, their branches intertwining to create a dense and shaded environment. The plantation is known for its ancient trees, some of which are believed to be several centuries old.

Thorny Dyke Plantation offers a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The forest is teeming with a wide array of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Additionally, small mammals like squirrels, rabbits, and hedgehogs can be spotted scurrying through the undergrowth.

The plantation also presents an ideal setting for leisure activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. Numerous trails wind their way through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the diverse landscape and discover hidden gems within the woodland. The tranquility and natural beauty of Thorny Dyke Plantation make it a popular destination for those seeking solace in nature.

Overall, Thorny Dyke Plantation in Yorkshire offers a captivating and immersive experience for nature enthusiasts, showcasing the splendor of a British woodland and providing a sanctuary for local wildlife.

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Thorny Dyke Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.005154/-2.1739711 or Grid Reference SD8856. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lightning Tree on the Road to Otterburn Situated on the road from Airton to Otterburn.

Lightning Tree on the Road to Otterburn

Situated on the road from Airton to Otterburn.

Hillside Copse near Otterburn

Hillside Copse near Otterburn

Old milestone This top section and part of the backing stone of the WRCC milestone that once stood west of Coniston Cold on the A65 was found some years ago by a collector who has a small museum in Kings Meaburn (NY62402075). The lost sides would have had SKIPTON/6¾ MILES/KEIGHLEY/16 MILES and SETTLE/8¾ MILES/KENDAL/38 MILES. it is not known which side of the road it once stood.

Old milestone

This top section and part of the backing stone of the WRCC milestone that once stood west of Coniston Cold on the A65 was found some years ago by a collector who has a small museum in Kings Meaburn (NY62402075). The lost sides would have had SKIPTON/6¾ MILES/KEIGHLEY/16 MILES and SETTLE/8¾ MILES/KENDAL/38 MILES. it is not known which side of the road it once stood.

View towards Crossber from Dacre Lane The post-glacial drumlins in this area are sheep pasture country.

View towards Crossber from Dacre Lane

The post-glacial drumlins in this area are sheep pasture country.

Dacre Lane, looking north-west Part of a long route linking Otterburn to Settle.

Dacre Lane, looking north-west

Part of a long route linking Otterburn to Settle.

Young oaks alongside Dacre Lane New oaks have been planted in among mature trees.

Young oaks alongside Dacre Lane

New oaks have been planted in among mature trees.

Dacre Lane, approaching Otterburn The end of a long route from Settle.

Dacre Lane, approaching Otterburn

The end of a long route from Settle.

House on a bend in Hellifield Road My eye was caught by the small, blocked, arched opening between ground and first floor window levels. I wonder what that was for?

House on a bend in Hellifield Road

My eye was caught by the small, blocked, arched opening between ground and first floor window levels. I wonder what that was for?

Otterburn Bridge The grade II listed bridge is dated to the late 18th or early 19th century. List entry 1132058.

Otterburn Bridge

The grade II listed bridge is dated to the late 18th or early 19th century. List entry 1132058.

View north along Otterburn Beck from the bridge The furthest of the three buildings in the photo is the Grade II listed Grove Farm.

View north along Otterburn Beck from the bridge

The furthest of the three buildings in the photo is the Grade II listed Grove Farm.

Hellifield Road out of Otterburn Note three pieces of street furniture: the road sign for a width restriction, the postbox in a wall, and the county marker (possibly relocated from the nearby bridge?) <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4669588">SD8857 : West Riding marker beside building at cross roads</a>. The building itself looks like an agricultural one converted to residential.

Hellifield Road out of Otterburn

Note three pieces of street furniture: the road sign for a width restriction, the postbox in a wall, and the county marker (possibly relocated from the nearby bridge?) SD8857 : West Riding marker beside building at cross roads. The building itself looks like an agricultural one converted to residential.

Cattle farm at Otterburn Hall A local website says &#039;Otterburn Hall Farm is a 170 hectare permanent grassland farm in Otterburn Village, bordering Otterburn Beck, with 850 breeding sheep and 40 beef cattle&#039;. Some of the cattle could be heard in the shed here.

Cattle farm at Otterburn Hall

A local website says 'Otterburn Hall Farm is a 170 hectare permanent grassland farm in Otterburn Village, bordering Otterburn Beck, with 850 breeding sheep and 40 beef cattle'. Some of the cattle could be heard in the shed here.

Hall Barn, Otterburn A barn conversion at Otterburn Hall Farm.

Hall Barn, Otterburn

A barn conversion at Otterburn Hall Farm.

Otterburn Hall A cattle and sheep farm on the outskirts of the village. To the right is the grade II listed farmhouse (list entry 1316881) and to the left is a converted barn <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7640188">SD8857 : Hall Barn, Otterburn</a>.

Otterburn Hall

A cattle and sheep farm on the outskirts of the village. To the right is the grade II listed farmhouse (list entry 1316881) and to the left is a converted barn SD8857 : Hall Barn, Otterburn.

Cyclists on the road from Otterburn to Bell Busk One of three groups I saw within a few minutes - possibly all part of the same club ride.

Cyclists on the road from Otterburn to Bell Busk

One of three groups I saw within a few minutes - possibly all part of the same club ride.

Otterburn Beck, with gabions The gabions are presumably to prevent the beck eroding the adjacent road.

Otterburn Beck, with gabions

The gabions are presumably to prevent the beck eroding the adjacent road.

Marsh by the road to Otterburn The parish boundary between Coniston Cold and Otterburn passes through this marsh (indeed the 1909 map indicates the boundary being &#039;C[entre of] Marsh&#039;) and it may therefore mark a previous course of Otterburn Beck.

Marsh by the road to Otterburn

The parish boundary between Coniston Cold and Otterburn passes through this marsh (indeed the 1909 map indicates the boundary being 'C[entre of] Marsh') and it may therefore mark a previous course of Otterburn Beck.

Four royal trees Four young sycamore trees, well spaced, on the verge of the lane from Otterburn to Bell Busk (the village name sign for the latter can be seen here). From nearest the camera, the dedications are to the late Queen Elizabeth II (2022), the coronation of Charles III (2023), the late Duke of Edinburgh (2021), and the Queen&#039;s platinum jubilee (earlier in 2022). A series of royal celebrations and commemorations not likely to be repeated for a long time.

Four royal trees

Four young sycamore trees, well spaced, on the verge of the lane from Otterburn to Bell Busk (the village name sign for the latter can be seen here). From nearest the camera, the dedications are to the late Queen Elizabeth II (2022), the coronation of Charles III (2023), the late Duke of Edinburgh (2021), and the Queen's platinum jubilee (earlier in 2022). A series of royal celebrations and commemorations not likely to be repeated for a long time.

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Thorny Dyke Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SD8856 (Lat: 54.005154, Lng: -2.1739711)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Craven

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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///solve.monorail.overlaid. Near Hellifield, North Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.005154,-2.1739711

barrow

Archaeological Site: tumulus

Historic: archaeological_site

Source: OS 1:25k;OS sheet 150,publ 1853

Lat/Long: 54.0064247/-2.1742627

South Field Hill

Ele Ft: 575

Is In Country Code: GB

Natural: peak

Source: OS 1:25k

Lat/Long: 54.0083162/-2.1761296

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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