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Royd Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Royd Wood

90733 entering Oxenhope Station War Department 2-8-0 locomotive No. 90733 brings a passenger train into Oxenhope Station on the KWVR. No. 90733 was built in 1945 and went straight over to the continent to aid the war effort, afterwards being sold to Netherlands Railways. Later sold to Sweden, it ended up in the Swedish 'strategic reserve' of steam locomotives. It was bought by the KWVR in 1972 and has been restored to its original state and numbered 90733. BR owned 733 engines of this type numbered from 90000 to 90732, but this one was never in BR stock and so has been given the next unused number in the series. This engine is the only survivor of this large class so is historically important.
90733 entering Oxenhope Station Credit: Bob Walters

Royd Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the heart of Yorkshire, England. Spanning across an area of approximately 20 acres, it is nestled within the scenic landscape of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The wood is renowned for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.

The woodland consists mainly of deciduous trees, such as oak, beech, and birch, which provide a stunning display of vibrant colors during the autumn season. These trees create a dense canopy, casting dappled sunlight on the forest floor, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere. The wood is also home to a variety of plants, including bluebells, wild garlic, and wood anemones, which carpet the ground in a beautiful display of colors during the springtime.

Royd Wood is not only a haven for plant life but also a sanctuary for various animal species. Visitors may encounter native wildlife such as deer, badgers, foxes, and a plethora of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. The wood provides an important habitat for these creatures, offering shelter, nesting sites, and a sustainable food source.

The woodland is open to the public, with well-maintained footpaths and trails that allow visitors to explore the beauty of Royd Wood at their own pace. It is a popular destination for walking, birdwatching, and photography, offering opportunities for both relaxation and adventure. Whether one seeks a peaceful escape or a chance to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of Yorkshire, Royd Wood is a captivating destination that never fails to enchant its visitors.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.819651/-1.9436249 or Grid Reference SE0335. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

90733 entering Oxenhope Station War Department 2-8-0 locomotive No. 90733 brings a passenger train into Oxenhope Station on the KWVR. No. 90733 was built in 1945 and went straight over to the continent to aid the war effort, afterwards being sold to Netherlands Railways. Later sold to Sweden, it ended up in the Swedish 'strategic reserve' of steam locomotives. It was bought by the KWVR in 1972 and has been restored to its original state and numbered 90733. BR owned 733 engines of this type numbered from 90000 to 90732, but this one was never in BR stock and so has been given the next unused number in the series. This engine is the only survivor of this large class so is historically important.
90733 entering Oxenhope Station
War Department 2-8-0 locomotive No. 90733 brings a passenger train into Oxenhope Station on the KWVR. No. 90733 was built in 1945 and went straight over to the continent to aid the war effort, afterwards being sold to Netherlands Railways. Later sold to Sweden, it ended up in the Swedish 'strategic reserve' of steam locomotives. It was bought by the KWVR in 1972 and has been restored to its original state and numbered 90733. BR owned 733 engines of this type numbered from 90000 to 90732, but this one was never in BR stock and so has been given the next unused number in the series. This engine is the only survivor of this large class so is historically important.
Main Street
Main Street
Bridgehouse Lane
Bridgehouse Lane
Haworth Station
Haworth Station
Haworth Station
Haworth Station
The Old Sun
The Old Sun
Black Moor Road
Black Moor Road
Black Moor Road
Black Moor Road
Early days on the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway A view at Haworth station yard just a couple of weeks after the line re-opened as a heritage railway. In the centre, Hughes 'Crab' 2-6-0 27000 is seen in initial stages of restoration. It was the first of its class to be built and has since been transferred to the National Collection at the National Railway Museum in York <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5642385" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5642385">Link</a>
Early days on the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway
A view at Haworth station yard just a couple of weeks after the line re-opened as a heritage railway. In the centre, Hughes 'Crab' 2-6-0 27000 is seen in initial stages of restoration. It was the first of its class to be built and has since been transferred to the National Collection at the National Railway Museum in York Link
Taking on water at Oxenhope, 1968 The line had reopened as a heritage railway, the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, earlier in the year. The water tank is propped up on a makeshift pile of concrete sleepers.
Taking on water at Oxenhope, 1968
The line had reopened as a heritage railway, the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, earlier in the year. The water tank is propped up on a makeshift pile of concrete sleepers.
Diesel-electric D0226 at Oxenhope, 1968 A speculative production by English Electric, along with a similar locomotive with hydraulic transmission, both 500 HP, on loan to BR for trials in the late 1950s. They were based at Stratford, and were returned after a few years. Originally D226 and D227, zeros were added when main line locomotives in the D200 series were introduced. D0227 was later scrapped, D0226 after some time in store was passed to the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway.
Diesel-electric D0226 at Oxenhope, 1968
A speculative production by English Electric, along with a similar locomotive with hydraulic transmission, both 500 HP, on loan to BR for trials in the late 1950s. They were based at Stratford, and were returned after a few years. Originally D226 and D227, zeros were added when main line locomotives in the D200 series were introduced. D0227 was later scrapped, D0226 after some time in store was passed to the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway.
42700 at Haworth, 1968 It has lost its BR livery, compare with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6997694">SE0337 : Early days on the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway</a> a few weeks earlier. This is believed to have been a BR 'copyright' condition at the time for their stock sold on.
42700 at Haworth, 1968
It has lost its BR livery, compare with SE0337 : Early days on the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway a few weeks earlier. This is believed to have been a BR 'copyright' condition at the time for their stock sold on.
Main Street, Haworth The centre of the village, whose numerous independent shops and eateries along this steep cobbled street, are as much a tourist draw as its ostensible main attraction: the Parsonage, home of the Brontë sisters, which is tucked away at the end of a side street.
Main Street, Haworth
The centre of the village, whose numerous independent shops and eateries along this steep cobbled street, are as much a tourist draw as its ostensible main attraction: the Parsonage, home of the Brontë sisters, which is tucked away at the end of a side street.
Bridgehouse Mills, Haworth Seen from a train on the adjacent Worth Valley railway, the part of the mill closest to the railway is occupied by military clothing specialists Wyedean <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.wyedean.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.wyedean.com/">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> . The rest of the site has been converted for housing.
Bridgehouse Mills, Haworth
Seen from a train on the adjacent Worth Valley railway, the part of the mill closest to the railway is occupied by military clothing specialists Wyedean LinkExternal link . The rest of the site has been converted for housing.
Haworth graveyard A few of the tightly-packed graves, all of which face east, in the graveyard immediately to the south of the Brontë Parsonage Museum.
Haworth graveyard
A few of the tightly-packed graves, all of which face east, in the graveyard immediately to the south of the Brontë Parsonage Museum.
Oxenhope Station The southern terminus of the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway. The final steam-hauled service of the day has recently arrived from Keighley. Just uncoupled and about to return to the engine sheds is locomotive No. 45212, an LMS 'Black 5' dating from 1935. Although it is owned by, and based at, the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, this engine has another part-time job, often operating on the West Highland Line in Scotland, pulling the 'Jacobite' train, beloved of Harry Potter fans. It was due to return there after undergoing regular maintenance in Yorkshire.
Oxenhope Station
The southern terminus of the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway. The final steam-hauled service of the day has recently arrived from Keighley. Just uncoupled and about to return to the engine sheds is locomotive No. 45212, an LMS 'Black 5' dating from 1935. Although it is owned by, and based at, the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, this engine has another part-time job, often operating on the West Highland Line in Scotland, pulling the 'Jacobite' train, beloved of Harry Potter fans. It was due to return there after undergoing regular maintenance in Yorkshire.
Main Street, Haworth
Main Street, Haworth
Main Street, Haworth
Main Street, Haworth
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Royd Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE0335 (Lat: 53.819651, Lng: -1.9436249)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Bradford

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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