Little Wood

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Little Wood

Sheep with lambs at footpath from Brackenley Lane at west end of Embsay Credit: Roger Templeman

Little Wood is a charming village located in the heart of Yorkshire, England. Nestled amidst rolling hills and vast stretches of lush greenery, it is often referred to as a hidden gem in the region. The village is named after the small woodland area that surrounds it, creating a picturesque and tranquil setting for residents and visitors alike.

The village of Little Wood is known for its idyllic and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of city life. The surrounding forest provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and bird-watching. The wood is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including ancient oak trees and rare wildflowers.

The village itself boasts a quaint and traditional charm, with its cobbled streets and well-preserved historic buildings. The local community takes great pride in preserving the village's heritage, and many of the houses and cottages date back several centuries. The village church, St. Mary's, is a prominent feature, offering a glimpse into the area's rich history.

Despite its small size, Little Wood offers a range of amenities for its residents and visitors. There are several charming tea rooms and pubs where one can enjoy a traditional afternoon tea or sample local Yorkshire delicacies. The village also has a small but well-stocked grocery store, serving the needs of the local community.

Overall, Little Wood in Yorkshire is a place of natural beauty, rich history, and a close-knit community. It provides a perfect escape for those seeking a serene and peaceful retreat in the heart of the English countryside.

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Little Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.967871/-2.0232559 or Grid Reference SD9852. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sheep with lambs at footpath from Brackenley Lane at west end of Embsay

Roger Templeman

Lind View Barn on south side of Brackenley Lane at west end of Embsay

Luke Shaw

Brackenley Grange on south side of Brackenley Lane

There's a sign requesting motorists to drive slowly watching out for hedgehogs on the near corner of the building

Luke Shaw

Brackenley Grange on south side of Brackenley Lane at Brackenley Crescent junction

There is a Slow Hedgehog sign on the near corner of the house's boundary wall

Roger Templeman

Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway - Bow Bridge loop

This is the limit of the preserved railway looking towards the former Embsay Junction. There is no station here so we all had to wait on board while the locomotive ran round on the loop.

Chris Allen

Blocked up hole in a wall

On Brackenley Lane in Embsay; see SE0053 : Brackenley Grange on south side of Brackenley Lane at Brackenley Crescent junction for context. This was the site of Brackenley Farm (the house in the linked photo may be the original farmhouse) so I suggest this may have been a niche for a milk churn.

Stephen Craven

Brackenley Lane Wastewater Pumping Station

There is no sign of a 'wet well', only a control cabinet above ground, so there may just be an inline pump below ground.

Stephen Craven

Embsay Diesel Gala (6)

The Embsay and Bolton Abbey Railway was holding a diesel gala over the August bank holiday, with a beer festival. Here, a shuttle train from Embsay station pauses at the far end of the line before reversing. Only seventy metres separates this point from the existing freight line into Skipton at Embsay Junction, but the contractual terms required for private railways to run trains on Network Rail lines mean it is often too expensive to have such a physical connection, meaning that any movement of locomotives or carriages to and from the railway has to be by road.

Stephen Craven

Embsay Diesel Gala (7)

The Embsay and Bolton Abbey Railway was holding a diesel gala over the August bank holiday, with a beer festival. Here, a shuttle train from Embsay station passes the ground frame (points levers) for the Embsay Junction run-round loop.

Stephen Craven

Track to Manby Castle House

See SE0052 : Embsay: Manby Castle House for the house. I'm not aware the name has any historical significance.

Stephen Craven

Skipton Road railway bridge

The line from Skipton to Threshfield was only ever single track and regular passenger workings stopped as long ago as 1930 but it is still used for occasional stone trains from Swinden quarry. Seen from a heritage train on what was once the main line, but now the preserved Embsay and Bolton Abbey Railway. To the left is some kind of utility installation (probably gas).

Stephen Craven

Cyclist entering Embsay

Seen from a heritage train on the preserved Embsay and Bolton Abbey Railway.

Stephen Craven

Old workings outside Embsay

Presumably spoil from one of the many limestone quarries in this area.

Stephen Craven

Jenny Beck trickles through the Alders

The Alders is a new housing development to the east of Skipton, taking away farmland and natural drainage areas from above the town. Jenny Beck flowing down off Skipton Moor looked quite placid today, but I have on good authority it can often be a raging torrent, which can break its banks and flow down Short Bank Road. But I suppose it is better to build new housing on a hillside rather than on the floodplain where the River Aire frequently causes issues.

Matthew Hatton

A6131 from Skipton Bypass

This is the old Skipton to Harrogate and the North East road and is now very quiet following the opening of the Skipton bypass several years ago

David Grimshaw

Skipton Road, Embsay

The railway bridge carries the line from Skipton (Right) to Swinden Limestone quarry (Left) and is used by several trains each day. Just short of Swinden Quarry at Cracoe there is a manual level crossing.

David Grimshaw