Standrise Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Craven

England

Standrise Plantation

Stansfield Beck below White Hill Lane
Stansfield Beck below White Hill Lane Credit: Stephen Craven

Standrise Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the countryside, the plantation spans a vast area and is known for its rich variety of trees and wildlife. The woodland is primarily made up of deciduous trees such as oak, beech, and birch, creating a stunning tapestry of colors during the autumn months.

The plantation offers a peaceful and serene environment for visitors to explore and enjoy nature. There are numerous walking trails that wind through the woods, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of the surroundings. These trails are well-maintained and suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Wildlife enthusiasts will find plenty to marvel at in Standrise Plantation. The woodland is home to a diverse range of animal species, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a variety of bird species. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, nightingales, and owls among others.

For those interested in history, Standrise Plantation holds significance as a former hunting ground for the local gentry. Remnants of old hunting lodges and structures can still be found throughout the woodland, adding an intriguing historical element to the area.

Standrise Plantation provides a sanctuary for nature lovers and offers a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a birdwatching expedition, or simply enjoying the tranquil atmosphere, this woodland is a true gem in the Yorkshire countryside.

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Standrise Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.932181/-2.0833809 or Grid Reference SD9448. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stansfield Beck below White Hill Lane
Stansfield Beck below White Hill Lane
Kirk Sykes Farm See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2641695">SD9547 : Kirk Sykes Farm</a> for a view from a different angle.
Kirk Sykes Farm
See SD9547 : Kirk Sykes Farm for a view from a different angle.
Sheep pens alongside White Hill Lane
Sheep pens alongside White Hill Lane
Cross Green Farm The farm is at an altitude of 315m, near the summit of the road from Lothersdale to Carleton-in-Craven.
Cross Green Farm
The farm is at an altitude of 315m, near the summit of the road from Lothersdale to Carleton-in-Craven.
Rose hips by the road side
Rose hips by the road side
Cyclists on Herd Stock Hill Just past the junction with White Hill Lane.
Cyclists on Herd Stock Hill
Just past the junction with White Hill Lane.
Disturbed pheasants I was about to take this view from the roadside into a conifer plantation when I startled a covey of pheasants that flew away noisily. At least five are in this view.
Disturbed pheasants
I was about to take this view from the roadside into a conifer plantation when I startled a covey of pheasants that flew away noisily. At least five are in this view.
Small disused quarry There was a much larger one the other side of the road.
Small disused quarry
There was a much larger one the other side of the road.
The Pennine Way near Low Hill
The Pennine Way near Low Hill
The Pennine Way near Clogger Lane
The Pennine Way near Clogger Lane
The Pennine Way near Cripple Hole Hill
The Pennine Way near Cripple Hole Hill
The Pennine Way near Pinhaw
The Pennine Way near Pinhaw
The Pennine Way near Robert Wilson's Grave
The Pennine Way near Robert Wilson's Grave
The Pennine Way near Kirk Sykes Farm
The Pennine Way near Kirk Sykes Farm
South-west corner, Park Head quarry This former limestone quarry is shown as working on the large-scale OS maps surveyed in 1848-50 and 1892-3, but as disused on the one surveyed in 1907.
South-west corner, Park Head quarry
This former limestone quarry is shown as working on the large-scale OS maps surveyed in 1848-50 and 1892-3, but as disused on the one surveyed in 1907.
Boundary stone on Herd Stock Hill With L on the south-east face and C on the north face, I thought this was a parish boundary stone between Lothersdale and Carleton-in-Craven. But no map shows a parish boundary here.
Boundary stone on Herd Stock Hill
With L on the south-east face and C on the north face, I thought this was a parish boundary stone between Lothersdale and Carleton-in-Craven. But no map shows a parish boundary here.
"Descend with a wall on your left" Public bridleway heading north-west from Park Lane. Quote from Walk 3, Carleton, in "Walk the South Pennines" by David Perrott and Laurence Main.
"Descend with a wall on your left"
Public bridleway heading north-west from Park Lane. Quote from Walk 3, Carleton, in "Walk the South Pennines" by David Perrott and Laurence Main.
The upper valley of Catlow Gill Looking north-west towards Gawthorpe House.
The upper valley of Catlow Gill
Looking north-west towards Gawthorpe House.
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Standrise Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SD9448 (Lat: 53.932181, Lng: -2.0833809)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Craven

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.932181,-2.0833809
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 53.9311498/-2.0778811
Barrier: stile
Material: stone
Step Count: 2
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 53.9311142/-2.0778126
Parking
Access: yes
Fee: no
Parking: street_side
Lat/Long: 53.9306406/-2.0790659
Porridge Stoup
HE Ref: 1166819
Information: guidepost
Listed Status: Grade II
Material: stone
Tourism: information
Wikidata: Q26460280
Lat/Long: 53.9319392/-2.0764972
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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