Thorngills Grove

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Thorngills Grove

Footpath through wood below Brough Scar — Footpath through wood below Brough Scar Credit: Roger Templeman

Thorngills Grove is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, this ancient forest covers an area of approximately 500 acres, making it a significant natural landmark in the region. The grove is renowned for its diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a rich tapestry of colors throughout the year.

Visitors to Thorngills Grove are greeted with a serene and tranquil atmosphere, offering a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The forest is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the grove at their leisure. These trails lead to various points of interest, such as hidden glades, babbling brooks, and even an ancient stone circle, adding an air of mystery to the woodland.

The grove is also home to a diverse array of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Red squirrels, badgers, and a variety of bird species can be spotted throughout the forest, adding to the enchanting ambiance of the area.

Thorngills Grove is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, bird watching, and photography. The natural beauty of the woodland provides countless opportunities for stunning landscape shots and close-up captures of the local flora and fauna.

Overall, Thorngills Grove is a gem of natural beauty in Yorkshire. Its ancient woodland, diverse wildlife, and peaceful ambiance make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a tranquil retreat in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales.

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Thorngills Grove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.318894/-2.0834101 or Grid Reference SD9491. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath through wood below Brough Scar

Footpath through wood below Brough Scar

Roger Templeman

Footpath passing through gap in Brough Scar

Footpath passing through gap in Brough Scar

Roger Templeman

Looking west along Brough Scar

Looking west along Brough Scar

Bainbridge Looking north to Bainbridge.

Bainbridge

Looking north to Bainbridge.

Scar Top The house does not seem to be occupied - slates are sliding off the roof.

Scar Top

The house does not seem to be occupied - slates are sliding off the roof.

Benchmark on stone of Carpley Green Road Ordnance Survey pivot benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm39075" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm39075">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Benchmark on stone of Carpley Green Road

Ordnance Survey pivot benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at Link

Roger Templeman

Carpley Green Road south from Bainbridge There is an OS benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2719675">SD9389 : Benchmark on stone of Carpley Green Road</a> on the wall on the left side of the road

Carpley Green Road south from Bainbridge

There is an OS benchmark SD9389 : Benchmark on stone of Carpley Green Road on the wall on the left side of the road

Roger Templeman

Benchmark on A684 gatepost Ordnance Survey cut mark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm27871" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm27871">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Benchmark on A684 gatepost

Ordnance Survey cut mark described on the Bench Mark Database at Link

Roger Templeman

Gateway beside A684 There is an OS benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2722279">SD9389 : Benchmark on A684 gatepost</a> at ground level on the right hand gatepost

Gateway beside A684

There is an OS benchmark SD9389 : Benchmark on A684 gatepost at ground level on the right hand gatepost

Roger Templeman

The Victoria Arms, Worton

The Victoria Arms, Worton

The Victoria Arms, Worton

The Victoria Arms, Worton

The Victoria Arms, Worton

The Victoria Arms, Worton

The Victoria Arms, Worton

The Victoria Arms, Worton

The Victoria Arms, Worton The bar in this Dales pub.

The Victoria Arms, Worton

The bar in this Dales pub.

Entry to path along Worton Scar Viewed from the east.

Entry to path along Worton Scar

Viewed from the east.

Path along the top of Worton Scar Looking east.

Path along the top of Worton Scar

Looking east.

Spring arrivals on Brough Scar

Spring arrivals on Brough Scar

Bainbridge from Brough Scar Looking north-west from the scar.

Bainbridge from Brough Scar

Looking north-west from the scar.

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Thorngills Grove is located at Grid Ref: SD9491 (Lat: 54.318894, Lng: -2.0834101)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Richmondshire

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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///haunts.latitudes.distract. Near Leyburn, North Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.318894,-2.0834101

Askrigg

Place: village

Source: NPE

Wikidata: Q3695978

Wikipedia: en:Askrigg

Lat/Long: 54.3149081/-2.0811403

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3164524/-2.0898438

Barrier: stile

Foot: yes

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3194854/-2.0841342

Pub

The King's Arms

Addr City: Hawes

Addr Postcode: DL8 3HQ

Addr Street: Main Street

Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/54330

Source Addr: website

Website: https://www.kingsarmsaskrigg.com/

Wikidata: Q26451114

Lat/Long: 54.3151181/-2.0804022

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 10:00

Post Box Type: pillar

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Lat/Long: 54.3149483/-2.080583

Askrigg Market Cross

Bus: yes

Public Transport: stop_position

Lat/Long: 54.314864/-2.0811055

Market Cross

Heritage: 2

Heritage Operator: Historic England

Heritage Website: https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1131188

Historic: wayside_cross

Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2008795

Inscription Date: 1952-01-16

Listed Status: Grade II

Ref GB Nhle: 1131188

Wikidata: Q26424146

Lat/Long: 54.3148271/-2.0813349

Bus Stop

Askrigg Market Cross

Bench: no

Bin: no

Bus: yes

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: no

Tactile Paving: no

Lat/Long: 54.3148859/-2.0809312

Cafe

Askrigg Village Kitchen - Deli and Bakery

Lat/Long: 54.3149106/-2.0806741

Entrance: yes

Lat/Long: 54.31478/-2.0821145

Source: OS_OpenData_Streetview

Waterway: weir

Lat/Long: 54.3161096/-2.0885929

Askrigg Market Cross

Bus: yes

Public Transport: stop_position

Lat/Long: 54.3149155/-2.0809529

Sykes Country Store

Shop: newsagent

Lat/Long: 54.3146345/-2.081216

Post Box

Post Box Type: lamp

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 54.3162913/-2.0790376

Telephone

Booth: K6

Covered: booth

Listed Status: Grade II

Wikidata: Q26603190

Lat/Long: 54.3145861/-2.081605

Barrier: stile

Foot: yes

Lat/Long: 54.3174713/-2.0835874

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.315384/-2.0786184

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3191079/-2.0764482

Barrier: stile

Material: wood

Source: survey;gps

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 54.3193483/-2.0765893

Barrier: stile

Material: wood

Source: survey;gps

Step Count: 5

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 54.3194373/-2.0786892

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3164571/-2.089399

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3174204/-2.0849992

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.317452/-2.0813468

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3178168/-2.0811354

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 54.3180649/-2.0855171

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3186236/-2.0803806

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3202473/-2.0874902

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3207472/-2.0877808

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3213439/-2.082709

Ford: yes

Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4290052

Lat/Long: 54.3214815/-2.0841235

Barrier: stile

Lat/Long: 54.317716/-2.0768061

Parking

Access: customers

Parking: surface

Lat/Long: 54.3158513/-2.0797393

Drinking Water: no

Heritage: 2

Heritage Operator: Historic England

Heritage Website: https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1301601

Inscription Date: 1986-07-09

Listed Status: Grade II

Man Made: water_well

Pump: manual

Ref GB Nhle: 1301601

Wikidata: Q26588838

Lat/Long: 54.3148851/-2.0812306

Barrier: stile

Lat/Long: 54.3161551/-2.0811474

Barrier: stile

Foot: yes

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3166335/-2.0827624

Barrier: stile

Foot: yes

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3174421/-2.0835842

Cafe

Sykes House

Cuisine: coffee_shop

Lat/Long: 54.3146246/-2.0811903

Barrier: stile

Description: Barrier is small "squeeze" in wall with wooden gate.

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 54.3186925/-2.0784878

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.3175683/-2.0781152

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.31716/-2.0782225

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.3168714/-2.0782895

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.3164419/-2.0784062

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.3163633/-2.0791318

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.3160261/-2.0796829

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.3155352/-2.0806526

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.3153615/-2.0815136

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.3153533/-2.0819286

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.31534/-2.0826039

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 54.3153357/-2.0831443

Bench

Backrest: yes

Material: wood

Lat/Long: 54.3148642/-2.0812173

Bench

Backrest: yes

Material: wood

Lat/Long: 54.314896/-2.0812143

Bench

Backrest: yes

Material: wood

Lat/Long: 54.3148926/-2.0812494

Bus Stop

Askrigg Market Cross

Bench: no

Bin: no

Bus: yes

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: no

Tactile Paving: no

Lat/Long: 54.3148836/-2.081134

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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