Over Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Over Wood

Willow pony A willow sculpture of what appears to be a Dales pony at Hardcastle Crags.
Willow pony Credit: Kathleen Illingworth

Over Wood is a charming village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Nestled amidst the picturesque landscape of Wood, Forest, this small settlement offers a serene and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike. Surrounded by lush greenery, rolling hills, and dense woodlands, Over Wood showcases the natural beauty that Yorkshire is renowned for.

The village itself is characterized by its quaint, traditional architecture, with many buildings dating back several centuries. The narrow, winding streets are lined with charming stone cottages and historic structures, providing a glimpse into the area's rich heritage. The local community takes great pride in preserving the village's historic character, ensuring that it remains a delightful place to explore.

Nature enthusiasts will find themselves in paradise in Over Wood. The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. The nearby forest is a haven for wildlife, with deer, foxes, and a variety of bird species frequently spotted. For those seeking a more leisurely activity, the village is home to several well-maintained parks and gardens, perfect for picnics or leisurely strolls.

Although Over Wood is a rural village, it is not lacking in amenities. The village boasts a small but vibrant community, with a local pub, a post office, and a convenience store catering to residents' needs. Additionally, the nearby town of Wood provides a wider range of services, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities.

In summary, Over Wood, Yorkshire is a captivating village that offers a peaceful and scenic retreat from the bustle of modern life. With its charming architecture, natural beauty, and warm community spirit, it is a place where residents and visitors can truly immerse themselves in the tranquility of rural England.

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Over Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.778202/-2.0483397 or Grid Reference SD9631. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Willow pony A willow sculpture of what appears to be a Dales pony at Hardcastle Crags.
Willow pony
A willow sculpture of what appears to be a Dales pony at Hardcastle Crags.
The Pennine Way near Clough Head Hill
The Pennine Way near Clough Head Hill
The Pennine Way near King Common
The Pennine Way near King Common
Confluence of Graining and Alcomden Waters At Blake Dean
Confluence of Graining and Alcomden Waters
At Blake Dean
Black Dean Overlooking the site of a railway trestle bridge built in conjunction with the construction of the Walshaw Dean Reservoirs. The masonry of the piers remains and the evident line of the trackbed earthworks across the valley shows the height of the trestle bridge
Black Dean
Overlooking the site of a railway trestle bridge built in conjunction with the construction of the Walshaw Dean Reservoirs. The masonry of the piers remains and the evident line of the trackbed earthworks across the valley shows the height of the trestle bridge
Holme Ends Farmhouse A listed building recently renovated as residential
Holme Ends Farmhouse
A listed building recently renovated as residential
Abel Cross A pair of wayside marker stones on the slopes above Crimsworth Dean
Abel Cross
A pair of wayside marker stones on the slopes above Crimsworth Dean
Hebden Water Footbridge Just south of the confluence with Rowshaw Clough
Hebden Water Footbridge
Just south of the confluence with Rowshaw Clough
Shooting Butts in Ling Hollow The butts lead up to the summit of Standing Stone Hill
Shooting Butts in Ling Hollow
The butts lead up to the summit of Standing Stone Hill
Shooting Hut by Dean Gate To service several shooting butts in the area
Shooting Hut by Dean Gate
To service several shooting butts in the area
High Greenwood House View from Widdop Road
High Greenwood House
View from Widdop Road
Weir on Hebden Water, Hardcastle Crags
Weir on Hebden Water, Hardcastle Crags
Rock outcrop, Hardcastle Crags
Rock outcrop, Hardcastle Crags
Path on a flat valley Floor, Hardcastle Crags This is on the Green Route.  In some places the valley is V-shaped  with little space each side of the river, and in some places it is quite wide and flat.
Path on a flat valley Floor, Hardcastle Crags
This is on the Green Route. In some places the valley is V-shaped with little space each side of the river, and in some places it is quite wide and flat.
Fallen tree across Hebden Water, Hardcastle Crags This tree makes a 'leaky dam' to help to slow flood flows to reduce flooding in Hebden Bridge downstream. This looks to have occurred naturally, but some trees trunks and poles have been placed across the river that will form dams when floating debris has lodged on them.
Fallen tree across Hebden Water, Hardcastle Crags
This tree makes a 'leaky dam' to help to slow flood flows to reduce flooding in Hebden Bridge downstream. This looks to have occurred naturally, but some trees trunks and poles have been placed across the river that will form dams when floating debris has lodged on them.
Footbridge across Hebden Water, Hardcastle Crags This is on the Green Route. The path formerly continued up the west side of the river and is still shown thus on maps. However it appears to have been eroded away and part of it has been re-routed to the east side, requiring two new footbridges.
Footbridge across Hebden Water, Hardcastle Crags
This is on the Green Route. The path formerly continued up the west side of the river and is still shown thus on maps. However it appears to have been eroded away and part of it has been re-routed to the east side, requiring two new footbridges.
New tree-planting amongst tall beeches, Hardcastle Crags "There are areas of Hardcastle Crags that are densely populated by beech trees. These trees block the light from reaching the woodland floor and have stopped plants and flowers from growing underneath them. The lack of ground vegetation is a problem for wildlife and is also a worry during periods of heavy rain. With no ground plants to slow the flow, the rainwater flows quickly to the streams taking leaf litter and soil with it - this causes blockages which increases the risk of flooding in Hebden Bridge and the local area.

We've started work to selectively fell trees across the woodland. As well as increasing the light level to help the vegetation and wildlife on the woodland floor, new homes for bats and birds will be created from the thinned beech trees, and their branches will be used to build leaky wooden dams – natural flood management techniques to help slow the flow of rainwater.

The work will be completed by carefully chosen contractors who will inspect each tree for signs of bat habitation before work starts, and new trees, including oak, rowan, birch and holly, will be planted to replace the beech trees."

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New tree-planting amongst tall beeches, Hardcastle Crags
"There are areas of Hardcastle Crags that are densely populated by beech trees. These trees block the light from reaching the woodland floor and have stopped plants and flowers from growing underneath them. The lack of ground vegetation is a problem for wildlife and is also a worry during periods of heavy rain. With no ground plants to slow the flow, the rainwater flows quickly to the streams taking leaf litter and soil with it - this causes blockages which increases the risk of flooding in Hebden Bridge and the local area. We've started work to selectively fell trees across the woodland. As well as increasing the light level to help the vegetation and wildlife on the woodland floor, new homes for bats and birds will be created from the thinned beech trees, and their branches will be used to build leaky wooden dams – natural flood management techniques to help slow the flow of rainwater. The work will be completed by carefully chosen contractors who will inspect each tree for signs of bat habitation before work starts, and new trees, including oak, rowan, birch and holly, will be planted to replace the beech trees." From LinkExternal link .
Weir on Hebden Water, Hardcastle Crags This looks like a flow measurement weir, and there is a small building nearby that might house the equipment. However an internet search suggests that it is no longer in use.
Weir on Hebden Water, Hardcastle Crags
This looks like a flow measurement weir, and there is a small building nearby that might house the equipment. However an internet search suggests that it is no longer in use.
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Over Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD9631 (Lat: 53.778202, Lng: -2.0483397)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Calderdale

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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