Eshton Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Craven

England

Eshton Wood

Narrow stile by Flasby Beck In the trees you can just see the bridge carrying the access track to Flasby Moor Side Farm.
Narrow stile by Flasby Beck Credit: Bill Boaden

Eshton Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated near the village of Eshton, the wood is known for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Eshton Wood is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, including oak, birch, and ash.

The woodland is home to a wide variety of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and birdwatchers. Visitors may spot various bird species, such as woodpeckers, jays, and owls, as well as mammals like foxes, badgers, and deer. The tranquil surroundings and peaceful atmosphere of Eshton Wood provide a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The wood is crisscrossed with a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its depths and take in the beauty of the surroundings. These paths wind their way through the trees, providing breathtaking views of the woodland and its seasonal changes. In the spring, the forest floor is carpeted with bluebells, creating a stunning display of vibrant colors.

Eshton Wood has been managed by the local community and conservation groups for several years, ensuring its preservation and protection. Efforts are made to maintain its natural habitat and encourage the growth of native plants and trees.

Overall, Eshton Wood offers a tranquil and enchanting experience, where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and enjoy the serenity of the forest.

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Eshton Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.002247/-2.0987773 or Grid Reference SD9356. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Narrow stile by Flasby Beck In the trees you can just see the bridge carrying the access track to Flasby Moor Side Farm.
Narrow stile by Flasby Beck
In the trees you can just see the bridge carrying the access track to Flasby Moor Side Farm.
Gate between fields above Flasby Flasby is out of sight in the dip ahead. We had inadvertently wandered away from the path which is nearer to Flasby Beck.
Gate between fields above Flasby
Flasby is out of sight in the dip ahead. We had inadvertently wandered away from the path which is nearer to Flasby Beck.
Sheep near Flasby Flasby is in the trees ahead.
Sheep near Flasby
Flasby is in the trees ahead.
Holme Laithe
Holme Laithe
Flasby As seen from the footpath alongside Flasby Beck.
Flasby
As seen from the footpath alongside Flasby Beck.
Flasby Beck Viewed from the side of Holme Laithe.
Flasby Beck
Viewed from the side of Holme Laithe.
Oldfield Laithe On the western lower slopes of Flasby Fell.
Oldfield Laithe
On the western lower slopes of Flasby Fell.
Path heading for Flasby Fell The access land begins at the next wall. On the map, the path strikes further left to the gap in the wall, but most current usage keeps by the wall till later.
Path heading for Flasby Fell
The access land begins at the next wall. On the map, the path strikes further left to the gap in the wall, but most current usage keeps by the wall till later.
New Laithe Barn, Eshton
New Laithe Barn, Eshton
Entrance Drive to Seat House
Entrance Drive to Seat House
Friars Head Hall. Winterburn
Friars Head Hall. Winterburn
Confluence of Eshton Beck and Flasby Beck Flasby beck is joining up here with the larger Eshton Beck
Confluence of Eshton Beck and Flasby Beck
Flasby beck is joining up here with the larger Eshton Beck
Footpath to Friars Head
Footpath to Friars Head
Footpath and Bridleway near Scarnber Laithe
Footpath and Bridleway near Scarnber Laithe
Track to Flasby Moor Side
Track to Flasby Moor Side
Ducks by Lock 32 of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal The lock can accommodate two barges, and two are just about to emerge from the lock.
Ducks by Lock 32 of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal
The lock can accommodate two barges, and two are just about to emerge from the lock.
Lock 31 on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal This is by the Eshton Road bridge on the north side of Gargrave.
Lock 31 on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal
This is by the Eshton Road bridge on the north side of Gargrave.
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Eshton Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD9356 (Lat: 54.002247, Lng: -2.0987773)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Craven

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Located within 500m of 54.002247,-2.0987773
Eshton
Is In: UK, Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, Airedale
Is In Country Code: GB
Is In County: North Yorkshire
Is In Historical County: Yorkshire
Is In Municipality: Craven District
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q5397942
Wikipedia: en:Eshton
Lat/Long: 54.001049/-2.09879
Bark Hill
Ele Ft: 575
Natural: peak
Source: OS 1:25k
Source Ele: OS sheet 150, publ. 1853
Lat/Long: 54.0059746/-2.0967562
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 54.003835/-2.0916482
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 54.0041902/-2.0922119
Barrier: cattle_grid
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 54.004356/-2.0925881
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 54.0052655/-2.0933756
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 54.0037632/-2.1036805
lime kiln
Archaeological Site: lime_kiln
Historic: archaeological_site
Mineral: limestone
Output: lime
Source: OS sheet 150,publ 1853
Lat/Long: 54.0064934/-2.1008214
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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