Sunhill Gill Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Craven

England

Sunhill Gill Plantation

The Devonshire Arms - Cracoe
The Devonshire Arms - Cracoe Credit: Anthony Parkes

Sunhill Gill Plantation is a charming woodland located in the picturesque county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the countryside, this plantation is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility amidst the beauty of the natural world.

Covering an extensive area, Sunhill Gill Plantation boasts a diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a stunning canopy of foliage throughout the year. The plantation is particularly renowned for its majestic woodland, providing a habitat for various wildlife species such as deer, foxes, and a plethora of bird species.

Visitors to Sunhill Gill Plantation can enjoy a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing them to explore the enchanting woodland at their own pace. The trails take visitors deep into the heart of the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and providing an opportunity to immerse themselves in the peaceful ambiance of the plantation.

For those interested in the history of the area, Sunhill Gill Plantation has a rich past dating back centuries. The woods were once used for timber production, and remnants of old saw pits and charcoal hearths can still be found, serving as a reminder of the area's industrial heritage.

Sunhill Gill Plantation is open to the public all year round, with no admission fee. Whether one seeks a leisurely stroll, a place to reconnect with nature, or simply a serene spot for a picnic, this woodland gem in Yorkshire offers an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

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Sunhill Gill Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.0425/-2.060971 or Grid Reference SD9660. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Devonshire Arms - Cracoe
The Devonshire Arms - Cracoe
Pastureland hosting sheep and lambs Looking south-westward from Fleets Lane towards Sunhill Gill Plantation.
Pastureland hosting sheep and lambs
Looking south-westward from Fleets Lane towards Sunhill Gill Plantation.
Sheepfold with access to and from upland pasture Looking south-westward from Boss Moor Lane.
Sheepfold with access to and from upland pasture
Looking south-westward from Boss Moor Lane.
Wall enclosed upland pasture Looking south-westward from Boss Moor Lane. Winterburn Reservoir is visible in the far distance.
Wall enclosed upland pasture
Looking south-westward from Boss Moor Lane. Winterburn Reservoir is visible in the far distance.
Track crossing the open expanse of Boss Moor Looking northward.
Track crossing the open expanse of Boss Moor
Looking northward.
Track crossing Boss Moor Looking eastward.
Track crossing Boss Moor
Looking eastward.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on a gatepost near Sunhill beside Fleets/Boss Moor Lane.
The recorded details give a height of 252.6396 metres above sea level.
For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm42978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm42978">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>
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This mark can be found on a gatepost near Sunhill beside Fleets/Boss Moor Lane. The recorded details give a height of 252.6396 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on the wall of a sheepfold beside Boss Moor Lane.
The recorded details give a height of 281.5042 metres above sea level.
For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm42977" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm42977">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>
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This mark can be found on the wall of a sheepfold beside Boss Moor Lane. The recorded details give a height of 281.5042 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on a gatepost at Boss Moor,
The recorded details give a height of 317.9308 metres above sea level.
For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm42973" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm42973">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>
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This mark can be found on a gatepost at Boss Moor, The recorded details give a height of 317.9308 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Fleets, Fleets Cottage The benchmark is cut into the east facing wall of the cottage, which is on the west side of the lane.
Fleets, Fleets Cottage
The benchmark is cut into the east facing wall of the cottage, which is on the west side of the lane.
Fleets, Fleets Cottage There is a benchmark cut into the east facing wall of the cottage, which is on the west side of the lane.
Fleets, Fleets Cottage
There is a benchmark cut into the east facing wall of the cottage, which is on the west side of the lane.
Fleets, Fleets Lane According to the OS benchmark database there is a pivot benchmark at this location cut into the roadside wall on the east side of the lane. Nothing was found.
Fleets, Fleets Lane
According to the OS benchmark database there is a pivot benchmark at this location cut into the roadside wall on the east side of the lane. Nothing was found.
Sunhill Centre, Fleets Lane According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark cut into a gatepost at the drive entrance. Nothing was found.
Sunhill Centre, Fleets Lane
According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark cut into a gatepost at the drive entrance. Nothing was found.
Fleets, Boss Moor Lane The benchmark is cut into a right hand gatepost at a field entrance on the east side of the lane.
Fleets, Boss Moor Lane
The benchmark is cut into a right hand gatepost at a field entrance on the east side of the lane.
Fleets, Boss Moor Lane There is a benchmark cut into the right hand gatepost at the field entrance on the east side of the lane.
Fleets, Boss Moor Lane
There is a benchmark cut into the right hand gatepost at the field entrance on the east side of the lane.
Fleets, Boss Moor Lane According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark cut into the roadside wall at this location on the west side of the lane. No search was made due to the thick brambles guarding the wall.
Fleets, Boss Moor Lane
According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark cut into the roadside wall at this location on the west side of the lane. No search was made due to the thick brambles guarding the wall.
Fleets, Boss Moor Lane The benchmark is cut into the roadside wall on the west side of the lane at a wall junction.
Fleets, Boss Moor Lane
The benchmark is cut into the roadside wall on the west side of the lane at a wall junction.
Fleets, Boss Moor Lane There is a benchmark cut into the roadside wall on the west side of the lane at a wall junction.
Fleets, Boss Moor Lane
There is a benchmark cut into the roadside wall on the west side of the lane at a wall junction.
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Sunhill Gill Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SD9660 (Lat: 54.0425, Lng: -2.060971)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Craven

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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