West Bolton Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

West Bolton Plantation

The small village green
The small village green Credit: Roger Templeman

West Bolton Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in Yorkshire, England. Spread across a vast expanse, this plantation is a true haven for nature enthusiasts and tree lovers. The plantation is situated in the charming village of West Bolton, which is renowned for its natural beauty and serene surroundings.

The woodland of West Bolton Plantation is predominantly composed of a diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, maple, and birch. These trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for various forms of wildlife. The forest floor is covered with a thick layer of moss and ferns, adding to the enchanting ambiance of the plantation.

This woodland is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including several species of birds, such as woodpeckers, owls, and warblers. Small mammals like squirrels and rabbits can also be spotted darting through the underbrush. The plantation's proximity to water sources attracts a range of aquatic creatures, including frogs, newts, and dragonflies.

Visitors to West Bolton Plantation can enjoy leisurely walks along well-maintained trails that wind through the woodland. These paths offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside and provide ample opportunities for birdwatching and photography. The plantation also has designated picnic areas, allowing visitors to relax and immerse themselves in the tranquil atmosphere.

West Bolton Plantation is a cherished natural gem that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its diverse flora and fauna, it provides a unique opportunity to reconnect with nature and appreciate the beauty of Yorkshire's woodlands.

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West Bolton Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.312673/-1.9720528 or Grid Reference SE0190. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The small village green
The small village green
Gatepost with benchmark beside road to Redmire The Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark is described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38359" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38359">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>
Gatepost with benchmark beside road to Redmire
The Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark is described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
Gateway and minor road junction on road to Redmire The gatepost on LHS of the gateway on RHS of photo has an OS benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2515931">SE0190 : Gatepost with benchmark beside road to Redmire</a>
Gateway and minor road junction on road to Redmire
The gatepost on LHS of the gateway on RHS of photo has an OS benchmark SE0190 : Gatepost with benchmark beside road to Redmire
View over bridge parapet of dismantled railway trackbed The bridge carries Brunton Bank over a disused and lifted section of the Wensleydale railway.
View over bridge parapet of dismantled railway trackbed
The bridge carries Brunton Bank over a disused and lifted section of the Wensleydale railway.
Wheeling Bridge and a dry Beldon Beck Under the mass of ivy at the left end of the parapet is an OS benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2516312">SE0390 : Benchmark on top of Wheeling Bridge parapet</a>
Wheeling Bridge and a dry Beldon Beck
Under the mass of ivy at the left end of the parapet is an OS benchmark SE0390 : Benchmark on top of Wheeling Bridge parapet
Benchmark on gatepost of East End Farm Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38356" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38356">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 gatepost of East End Farm
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
Benchmark on parapet of Brunton Bank railway bridge Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38360" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38360">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 parapet of Brunton Bank railway bridge
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
Benchmark on stone at side of Brunton Bank Ordnance Survey pivot benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38346" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38346">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 at side of Brunton Bank
Ordnance Survey pivot benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
Flowers beside Brunton Bank One of the stones in the wall has an OS benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2516287">SE0290 : Benchmark on stone at side of Brunton Bank</a>
Flowers beside Brunton Bank
One of the stones in the wall has an OS benchmark SE0290 : Benchmark on stone at side of Brunton Bank
Benchmark on top of Wheeling Bridge parapet Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38361" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38361">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>. There is a wider view of the bridge at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2515940">SE0390 : Wheeling Bridge and a dry Beldon Beck</a>
Benchmark on top of Wheeling Bridge parapet
Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link. There is a wider view of the bridge at SE0390 : Wheeling Bridge and a dry Beldon Beck
Benchmark on St Oswald's Church Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38364" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38364">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 St Oswald's Church
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
St Oswald's Church There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2516456">SE0391 : Benchmark on St Oswald's Church</a> on the near corner, right hand face, of the tower
St Oswald's Church
There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark SE0391 : Benchmark on St Oswald's Church on the near corner, right hand face, of the tower
Benchmark on Bolton Castle Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm30948" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm30948">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 Bolton Castle
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
Bridleway near Ponderledge Scar Wensleydale
Bridleway near Ponderledge Scar Wensleydale
Benchmark on Scallow Bank Lane railway bridge Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38726" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38726">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 Scallow Bank Lane railway bridge
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
View up Scallow Bank Lane from railway bridge Bolton Castle can be seen on the horizon
View up Scallow Bank Lane from railway bridge
Bolton Castle can be seen on the horizon
Benchmark on stone in wall of Scallow Bank Lane Ordnance Survey pivot benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38728" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38728">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 in wall of Scallow Bank Lane
Ordnance Survey pivot benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
Benchmark on gatepost on south side of Brunton Bank Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38765" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38765">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 gatepost on south side of Brunton Bank
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
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West Bolton Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SE0190 (Lat: 54.312673, Lng: -1.9720528)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Richmondshire

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

What 3 Words

///strutting.tribal.flipping. Near Leyburn, North Yorkshire

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