Bird Gill Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Bird Gill Plantation

Stone House Manor Grade II listed. Listing number 1167238.
1908. By architect Percy Morley Horder of London, for Hugh Arden Crallan (1867- 1929). — Stone House Manor Credit: Andrew Abbott

Bird Gill Plantation is a sprawling wooded area located in Yorkshire, England. Covering a vast expanse of land, this enchanting forest is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna.

The plantation is primarily composed of mature trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy overhead. These towering giants provide shade and shelter for the numerous wildlife species that call Bird Gill Plantation their home. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the area's picturesque charm.

The plantation is intersected by a meandering stream, which adds to its allure and provides a water source for the resident wildlife. This babbling brook is also a popular spot for visitors to relax and enjoy the soothing sounds of nature.

Bird Gill Plantation offers a haven for a diverse range of animal species. Visitors may spot deer grazing in the clearing, rabbits darting between the undergrowth, or squirrels scampering up the trees. The forest is also a sanctuary for a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, which fill the air with their melodious songs.

The plantation is a favorite destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers. Its well-maintained trails allow visitors to explore the forest at their own pace, immersing themselves in its tranquil ambiance. Bird Gill Plantation truly offers a captivating escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to reconnect with nature and experience the beauty of Yorkshire's woodland.

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Bird Gill Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.31189/-2.1577575 or Grid Reference SD8990. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stone House Manor

Grade II listed. Listing number 1167238. 1908. By architect Percy Morley Horder of London, for Hugh Arden Crallan (1867- 1929).

Andrew Abbott

Footpath to Haylands Bridge

Above Hawes.

Andrew Abbott

The Cow Pasture Barn

Hawes, North Yorkshire.

Andrew Abbott

View across A684 north to fields 2 miles east of Hawes

SD9089 : Replacement milestone on A684 near Burtersett is a close-up image of the milestone which indicates Hawes 2 miles, Leyburn 15 miles

Roger Templeman

Barn on north side of A684 south of Borwins

There are two Ordnance Survey benchmarks on the near corner of the barn

Roger Templeman

Benchmark on top of north parapet of bridge over Hunger Hill Sike

Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark levelled at 249.622m above Newlyn Datum in 1971. See Link

Roger Templeman

View of Hunger Hill Sike over north parapet of A684 bridge

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark SD9089 : Benchmark on top of north parapet of bridge over Hunger Hill Sike on top of the near (east) end of the parapet

Roger Templeman

Benchmark on barn on south side of A684 opposite Hunger Hill

Ordnance Survey flush bracket (serial number 11593) benchmark levelled at 253.321m above Newlyn Datum in 1971 on NE corner of the barn. See Link

. Ordnance Survey records also indicate that a benchmark was levelled at 830.704 feet above Liverpool Datum on the same corner of a barn at this location during the 1845 Kirkby Kendal to Thirsk 1GL Survey. The surveyor's description was 'No. 85. North-east corner of cow-house, at South side of road ; 3.0 ft. above centre of road'. See Link

Roger Templeman

Barn on south side of A684 south of Hunger Hill

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark SD9089 : Benchmark on barn on south side of A684 opposite Hunger Hill on the far corner, road face, of the barn

Roger Templeman

South parapet of Hungerhill Bridge taking A684 over Raygill Sike

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark levelled at 244.132m above Newlyn Datum in 1971 at the base of the parapet at its near end. See Link

Roger Templeman

Benchmark (and small snail) on stone at base of wall on north side of A684

Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 238.755m above Newlyn Datum in 1971. See Link

Roger Templeman

Dry stone wall on north side of A684 on east side of road to Far Borwins

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark SD9189 : Benchmark (and small snail) on stone at base of wall on north side of A684 on the stone at the base of the wall below the middle wooden fence post

Roger Templeman

Benchmark on barn off north side of A684 beside road to Abattoir

Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 230.698m above Newlyn Datum in 1971. See Link

Roger Templeman

Stone barn off north side of A684 beside road to abattoir

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark SD9189 : Benchmark on barn off north side of A684 beside road to Abattoir on a stone on the front of the barn on the left hand side of its door

Roger Templeman