Cranoe Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Craven

England

Cranoe Wood

West Marton, Stainton Hall The benchmark is cut into a left cornerstone of an outbuilding adjacent to the hall. — West Marton, Stainton Hall Credit: Mel Towler

Cranoe Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Yorkshire, England. Spread over an area of approximately 100 acres, this enchanting forest is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. The wood is situated near the village of Cranoe, which lends its name to the site.

The woodland features a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter to the flora and fauna. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of wildflowers and ferns, adding to the overall charm of the wood.

Cranoe Wood is also home to a plethora of wildlife. Visitors can spot a range of bird species, such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, as they chirp and flutter among the branches. The wood is also inhabited by mammals like foxes, badgers, and deer, which can occasionally be seen roaming through the undergrowth.

Nature enthusiasts and hikers are drawn to Cranoe Wood for its network of well-maintained trails that wind through the forest. These pathways offer an opportunity to explore the wood's hidden treasures, including babbling brooks, secluded clearings, and ancient trees. The tranquility and serenity of the wood make it a perfect retreat for those seeking solace in nature.

Cranoe Wood is a cherished natural gem in Yorkshire, providing a haven for wildlife and a sanctuary for visitors looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the countryside.

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Cranoe Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.956992/-2.1717129 or Grid Reference SD8851. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

West Marton, Stainton Hall

The benchmark is cut into a left cornerstone of an outbuilding adjacent to the hall.

Mel Towler

Farm buildings by the A59

Anthony Parkes

Bentha Hill Fields

Anthony Parkes

A59 near West Marton

Anthony Parkes

Old Boundary Marker on the edge of Tosber Wood

Parish Boundary Marker on the edge of Tosber Wood to the rear of a drainage ditch on the west side of an unnamed road 500 metres northeast of its junction with the A59. On the boundary of Martons Both, Horton and Bracewell parishes. All were formerly in The West Riding but since 1974 the stone has been on the border of Lancashire and North Yorkshire. Bracewell combined with Brogden parish Bracewell and Brogden parish in 1987. Grade II Listed details Link

. Milestone Society National ID: YW_MART01pb

H Jones

Old Guide Stone by Gledstone Road, North of A59 West Marton (East face)

The Guide Stone is located near Gledstone Hall on the West side of the road. Parish of Martons Both (Craven District). Carved stone post, erected in the 18/19C Century, edge chips. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- {hand to left} / TO (in hand)/ Gisburne / TO {hand to right} /Skipton : : TO / Gargrave / Ms 3 Milestone Society National ID: YN_XWMAR

Hilary Jones

Old Guide Stone by Gledstone Road, North of A59 West Marton (West face)

The Guide Stone is located near Gledstone Hall on the West side of the road. Parish of Martons Both (Craven District). Carved stone post, erected in the 18th/19th Century, edge chips. The East face photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- {hand to left} / TO (in hand)/ Gisburne / TO {hand to right} /Skipton : : TO / Gargrave / Ms 3 Milestone Society National ID: YN_XWMAR

Hilary Jones

Public footpath East of Horton

Looking East at public footpath crossing fields between Horton and Pasture House Farm.

Rob Bainbridge

Gledstone Garden Centre

Tucked away in countryside off the A59 in West Marton is this fine garden centre with huge array of plants for sale.

Chris Heaton

Marton Hall Farm, West Marton, Yorkshire

A well-established farm not far south of the A 59. View from the north.

Dr Neil Clifton

West Marton Village, Yorkshire

A small village on the A 59. There's a small Post Office, but no church or pub - they are in East Marton, a mile away.

Dr Neil Clifton

Barn or agricultural store off A 59

Surprisingly this rather ramshackle building is comparatively modern as it does not appear on the 1910 edition six-inch map. It is about 100 yards south of the A 59 half a mile west of the West Marton crossroads.

Dr Neil Clifton

Old Guide stone

This old stone carved guide stone is located in the bottom of a hedgerow at a junction of minor roads near Gledstone Hall. Note the old spelling of Gisburn as "Gisburne".

michael ely

Bridleway near Stainton

This track starts just north of Stainton Hall to climb the W slope of Brightenber Hill. On the 1940s map this route is shown as a surfaced "motor" road leading to Coniston Cold. View looking north from its junction with a minor road near Stainton.

michael ely