Rakes Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Craven

England

Rakes Plantation

County Bridge Marker on the B6265, Grassington County Bridge Marker against a stone garden wall on the south side of the B6265 Station Road east of Grassington Bridge, River Wharfe. Grassington parish. The casting marks the extent of roadway adjoining the bridge that the County was obliged to maintain.

Milestone Society National ID: YW_GRASS07br — County Bridge Marker on the B6265, Grassington Credit: P Robertson

Rakes Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Nestled in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, this enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 200 acres and is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers alike.

The plantation is predominantly composed of ancient oak trees, which provide a dense canopy and create a sense of tranquility. The woodland floor is adorned with a rich carpet of vibrant wildflowers, including bluebells and primroses, which bloom in the spring and add a burst of color to the landscape.

Walking trails wind their way through the plantation, allowing visitors to explore the diverse flora and fauna that call this woodland home. Red squirrels can often be spotted scampering among the branches, and the haunting call of owls can be heard echoing through the trees at dusk.

Rakes Plantation is also home to a variety of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. Visitors may catch a glimpse of woodpeckers, jays, and buzzards as they soar overhead, adding to the magical ambiance of the woodland.

In addition to its natural beauty, Rakes Plantation also has historical significance. It is believed that the woodland was once part of a larger estate dating back to the 18th century. Today, remnants of old stone walls and the occasional crumbling structure serve as a reminder of its past.

Overall, Rakes Plantation offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing visitors with a chance to connect with nature and immerse themselves in the beauty of Yorkshire's woodlands.

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Rakes Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.060212/-2.0144931 or Grid Reference SD9962. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

County Bridge Marker on the B6265, Grassington

County Bridge Marker against a stone garden wall on the south side of the B6265 Station Road east of Grassington Bridge, River Wharfe. Grassington parish. The casting marks the extent of roadway adjoining the bridge that the County was obliged to maintain. Milestone Society National ID: YW_GRASS07br

P Robertson

River Wharfe, Linton Falls Hydro Electric Power Station

The turbine house was originally built in 1909 by the Grassington Electricity Supply Company and took advantage of the Upper Linton Falls weir which had been constructed in the early nineteenth century. In 1921, the site was taken over by the Linton Mill Electricity Supply Company who extended the original turbine house with two new hydroelectricity generators which were installed in the turbine bays which can still be seen today. The station continued generating electricity until the National Grid began supplying the Yorkshire Dales for the first time in 1948 which meant that local power generation was no longer financially viable. The structure was abandoned and left unused and left abandoned for 60 years. Because of its significance as an early example of a local electricity generating site, Linton Falls was designated as a scheduled monument in 2001 (List Entry Number: 1020895 Link

Historic England). The turbine house was carefully restored in 2011 and two new Archimedean screw turbines were installed, enabling the site to become operational and supply electricity again.

David Dixon

Hydro-electric Power House and Weir at Linton

Historic England). The turbine house was carefully restored in 2011 and two new Archimedean screw turbines were installed, enabling the site to become operational and supply electricity again.

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Bridge End Farm, Threshfield

The farmhouse dates from the mid-eighteenth century and is now used for bed and breakfast/guest house accommodation. It is a Grade II listed building (List Entry No: 1132096 Link

Historic England).

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Old-style Road Sign near Grassington

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Grassington, Sikes Lathe

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Grass Wood Lane

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Wharfe Lane

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Riverside houses, Grassington

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Riverside field and path, Grassington

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Old stone bridge over Linton Beck

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The Fountaine Inn, Linton

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Hydro electric power station above Linton Falls

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Llyn Bank

In Linton.

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Arthur Anderton Memorial Institute and Men's Reading Room

In Linton.

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Houses above Linton Beck

In the distance, White Abbey, Grade II listed, listing number 1316811.

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Fountaine's Hospital, Linton

Grade II* listed. Listing number 1132124. Chapel and almshouses. 1721 by Richard Fountaine, extended to the rear in the late 19th century.

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Bridge over the ford at Linton

Grade II listed. Listing number 1132118 Pedestrian bridge. Late C17 - early C18 with later repairs. Gritstone rubble with larger blocks to parapets. A single shallow arch with small flood arch to east, both with voussoirs set back and a slightly-projecting drip-course. 3 or 4 courses of stone to parapet which has rounded copings. A pedestrian or packhorse bridge aligned to carry a route towards Burnsall, along the south bank of the Wharfe, and replaced by a late C19 bridge carrying north-bound traffic towards the river crossing at Grassington.

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Rakes Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SD9962 (Lat: 54.060212, Lng: -2.0144931)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Craven

Police Authority: North Yorkshire