Black Common Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Black Common Plantation

Orchan Rocks Rocky outcrop.
Orchan Rocks Credit: Stephen Shaw

Black Common Plantation is a vast woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, it is a prominent feature of the region's landscape. The plantation is characterized by its dense and diverse tree population, consisting mainly of deciduous species such as oak, birch, and beech, which give the area a rich and vibrant appearance throughout the year.

The woodland is known for its ecological significance, providing a habitat for a wide range of wildlife. Visitors to Black Common Plantation can expect to encounter various species of birds, including woodpeckers, jays, and owls, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits. Additionally, the diverse flora supports a variety of insects, creating a thriving ecosystem within the forest.

The plantation offers a network of well-maintained walking trails that allow visitors to explore the woodland's beauty at their own pace. These paths wind through the forest, providing glimpses of picturesque scenery, including tranquil ponds and small clearings that offer opportunities for rest and reflection.

Black Common Plantation serves as a recreational space for locals and tourists alike. It offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and nature photography. The plantation is especially popular during the autumn months when the foliage transforms into a spectacular array of colors, attracting visitors from near and far.

Overall, Black Common Plantation in Yorkshire is a natural treasure that offers tranquility, biodiversity, and recreational opportunities for all who venture into its enchanting woods.

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Black Common Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.73178/-2.092138 or Grid Reference SD9426. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Orchan Rocks Rocky outcrop.
Orchan Rocks
Rocky outcrop.
Burnley Road, Todmorden View from Rochdale to Leeds railway
Burnley Road, Todmorden
View from Rochdale to Leeds railway
Sunlight on Todmorden from ridge south of Stoodley Pike Monument
Sunlight on Todmorden from ridge south of Stoodley Pike Monument
OS Bench Mark OS cut bench mark from the first, 19th century, levelling, on flat rock close to the trig point. There is no sign of a pivot or rivet. The BM is shown on the 1853 6" OS map but not on subsequent editions, nor on any 25" maps. Marked as 1434.7 feet above old datum
OS Bench Mark
OS cut bench mark from the first, 19th century, levelling, on flat rock close to the trig point. There is no sign of a pivot or rivet. The BM is shown on the 1853 6" OS map but not on subsequent editions, nor on any 25" maps. Marked as 1434.7 feet above old datum
Old Boundary Marker Estate Boundary Marker set in a stone wall on Matthew Lane, a green lane. In the former Stansfield township and parish, absorbed into Todmorden parish in 1897. Not on any township or parish boundary so is thought to mark an estate boundary.

Milestone Society National ID: YW_TOD10em
Old Boundary Marker
Estate Boundary Marker set in a stone wall on Matthew Lane, a green lane. In the former Stansfield township and parish, absorbed into Todmorden parish in 1897. Not on any township or parish boundary so is thought to mark an estate boundary. Milestone Society National ID: YW_TOD10em
Old Boundary Marker on Baulk Head Lane, Todmorden Estate Boundary Marker set in a stone wall on Baulk Head Lane, a green lane. In the former Stansfield township and parish, absorbed into Todmorden parish in 1897. Not on any township or parish boundary so is thought to mark an estate boundary.

Milestone Society National ID: YW_TOD11em
Old Boundary Marker on Baulk Head Lane, Todmorden
Estate Boundary Marker set in a stone wall on Baulk Head Lane, a green lane. In the former Stansfield township and parish, absorbed into Todmorden parish in 1897. Not on any township or parish boundary so is thought to mark an estate boundary. Milestone Society National ID: YW_TOD11em
Train coming off Todmorden viaduct The line was opened by the Manchester and Leeds Railway in 1840 and passed through the hands of the Lancashire and Yorkshire, London Midland & Scottish Railway and eventually British Rail. Trains are currently operated by Northern Railway (a publicly owned company).  This recently introduced Civity diesel unit (195132) is operating a service to Manchester Victoria.
Train coming off Todmorden viaduct
The line was opened by the Manchester and Leeds Railway in 1840 and passed through the hands of the Lancashire and Yorkshire, London Midland & Scottish Railway and eventually British Rail. Trains are currently operated by Northern Railway (a publicly owned company). This recently introduced Civity diesel unit (195132) is operating a service to Manchester Victoria.
Railway arch over Ridge Road This is the southernmost arch of Todmorden railway viaduct, built c.1840 by George Stephenson for the Manchester and Leeds Railway.
Railway arch over Ridge Road
This is the southernmost arch of Todmorden railway viaduct, built c.1840 by George Stephenson for the Manchester and Leeds Railway.
ALDI car park, Todmorden The car park occupies the site of the former Ridgefoot cotton mill.
ALDI car park, Todmorden
The car park occupies the site of the former Ridgefoot cotton mill.
Boundary monument, Todmorden Todmorden was on the boundary (some would say border) of Lancashire and Yorkshire, until the whole town became part of West Yorkshire in 1974. The monument is on the site of the former Ridgefoot cotton mill, a little way on the Lancashire side of the old boundary. It illustrates the Town Hall nearby, which famously straddled the boundary.
Boundary monument, Todmorden
Todmorden was on the boundary (some would say border) of Lancashire and Yorkshire, until the whole town became part of West Yorkshire in 1974. The monument is on the site of the former Ridgefoot cotton mill, a little way on the Lancashire side of the old boundary. It illustrates the Town Hall nearby, which famously straddled the boundary.
River Calder downstream of Stansfield Road, Todmorden The Yorkshire Calder is quite insignificant, at least in dry weather, at this point approaching the grade II listed railway viaduct of 1840, though the whole upper section of the river is prone to flash flooding.
River Calder downstream of Stansfield Road, Todmorden
The Yorkshire Calder is quite insignificant, at least in dry weather, at this point approaching the grade II listed railway viaduct of 1840, though the whole upper section of the river is prone to flash flooding.
Coal drops, Todmorden The disused coal drops (or staithes) at Halifax and Sowerby Bridge are well known to railway enthusiasts, but I hadn't been aware that Todmorden had them too. This is where hopper wagons would be emptied into wagons or lorries waiting below to distribute coal to customers in the area.
Coal drops, Todmorden
The disused coal drops (or staithes) at Halifax and Sowerby Bridge are well known to railway enthusiasts, but I hadn't been aware that Todmorden had them too. This is where hopper wagons would be emptied into wagons or lorries waiting below to distribute coal to customers in the area.
Empire Books, Stansfield Street, Todmorden The building is shown on early 20th century maps as 'Carr Mill (Slipper)'. It presumably made carpet slippers from fabric produced in one of the many local cotton mills.  A comment on a local history website says 'The footwear industry in Rossendale [not far from Todmorden] didn't really finish until the late 1980s'.
Empire Books, Stansfield Street, Todmorden
The building is shown on early 20th century maps as 'Carr Mill (Slipper)'. It presumably made carpet slippers from fabric produced in one of the many local cotton mills. A comment on a local history website says 'The footwear industry in Rossendale [not far from Todmorden] didn't really finish until the late 1980s'.
Fire station, Stansfield Street, Todmorden See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2432393">SD9324 : Todmorden Fire Station</a>. The ambulance station is just beyond it.
Fire station, Stansfield Street, Todmorden
See also SD9324 : Todmorden Fire Station. The ambulance station is just beyond it.
House on the corner of Whiteplatts Street, Todmorden A grander residence than most in the area, maybe built for a manager of one of the nearby cotton mills.
House on the corner of Whiteplatts Street, Todmorden
A grander residence than most in the area, maybe built for a manager of one of the nearby cotton mills.
Kingdom Hall, Stansfield Street, Todmorden A place of worship of the Jehovah's Witnesses.
Kingdom Hall, Stansfield Street, Todmorden
A place of worship of the Jehovah's Witnesses.
Railway footbridge at the end of Stansfield Road I presume this is a modern steel replacement for the original bridge. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2011138">SD9324 : Footbridge at the end of Stansfield Road</a> for a wider view including the stone setted approach ramp.
Railway footbridge at the end of Stansfield Road
I presume this is a modern steel replacement for the original bridge. See SD9324 : Footbridge at the end of Stansfield Road for a wider view including the stone setted approach ramp.
Site of Stansfield Hall station This is the site of a railway station opened in 1869 and closed as early as 1944. The footbridge (or a modern replacement) is all that remains. The two tracks east of the footbridge bearing left lead to Hebden Bridge and the Calder Valley main line. The single lead to the right, which was overgrown when photographed in 2010 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2011144">SD9324 : Burnley to Halifax Railway</a> has since been restored and is used by services from Blackburn to Manchester via Todmorden. The location is known as Stansfield Hall Junction.
Site of Stansfield Hall station
This is the site of a railway station opened in 1869 and closed as early as 1944. The footbridge (or a modern replacement) is all that remains. The two tracks east of the footbridge bearing left lead to Hebden Bridge and the Calder Valley main line. The single lead to the right, which was overgrown when photographed in 2010 SD9324 : Burnley to Halifax Railway has since been restored and is used by services from Blackburn to Manchester via Todmorden. The location is known as Stansfield Hall Junction.
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Black Common Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SD9426 (Lat: 53.73178, Lng: -2.092138)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Calderdale

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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Located within 500m of 53.73178,-2.092138
Historic: boundary_stone
Lat/Long: 53.7352638/-2.0924999
The Wizard of Whirlaw
Artwork Type: statue
Tourism: artwork
Lat/Long: 53.7308893/-2.09668
Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 53.7308232/-2.0967145
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 53.7315606/-2.0913776
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 53.7323402/-2.0927698
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 53.7347425/-2.0955634
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