Miller Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Miller Wood

View from the Wensleydale Railway A steam hauled service through Wensleydale.
View from the Wensleydale Railway Credit: Ashley Dace

Miller Wood is a charming forest located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Spread over an area of approximately 50 acres, this woodland is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike. The wood is situated in a picturesque setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, providing a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

One of the defining features of Miller Wood is its diverse range of tree species. The forest is predominantly made up of oak, ash, and beech trees, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter to the various plant and animal species that call this woodland home. In springtime, the forest floor is adorned with a colorful carpet of wildflowers, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

Miller Wood is also home to an abundance of wildlife. Visitors may catch glimpses of roe deer, foxes, badgers, and a variety of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. The forest is also home to several small streams, which further enhance the ecosystem and provide a habitat for amphibians such as frogs and newts.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Miller Wood offers a network of walking trails that meander through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. The trails are well-maintained and suitable for all ages and fitness levels, making it an ideal destination for families and individuals alike.

Overall, Miller Wood is a true gem in Yorkshire's landscape, offering a peaceful retreat and a chance to connect with nature in its purest form.

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Miller Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.298463/-1.8715272 or Grid Reference SE0889. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View from the Wensleydale Railway A steam hauled service through Wensleydale.
View from the Wensleydale Railway
A steam hauled service through Wensleydale.
Former Wensley Station Now used as a holiday let, no plans to reopen.
Former Wensley Station
Now used as a holiday let, no plans to reopen.
Footpath over the Line Popular with train spotters getting a good view of trains.
Footpath over the Line
Popular with train spotters getting a good view of trains.
Wensleydale from Leyburn Shawl A panoramic view of Wensleydale from one of the many viewpoints along this limestone edge which extends for several kilometres from Leyburn.
Wensleydale from Leyburn Shawl
A panoramic view of Wensleydale from one of the many viewpoints along this limestone edge which extends for several kilometres from Leyburn.
Tullis Cote Farm
Tullis Cote Farm
Pumping Engine, Keld Heads Mine The derelict mine building at this location contained the pumping engine for the mine.
Pumping Engine, Keld Heads Mine
The derelict mine building at this location contained the pumping engine for the mine.
Wensleydale Railway, nr. Preston under Scar Rail line looking westwards
Wensleydale Railway, nr. Preston under Scar
Rail line looking westwards
Wensley railway station (site), Yorkshire Opened in 1877 by the North Eastern Railway on their line from Northallerton to Garsdale, this station closed in 1954. View east from the cab of a Wensleydale Railway train towards Leyburn and Northallerton
Wensley railway station (site), Yorkshire
Opened in 1877 by the North Eastern Railway on their line from Northallerton to Garsdale, this station closed in 1954. View east from the cab of a Wensleydale Railway train towards Leyburn and Northallerton
Wensley railway station (site), Yorkshire Opened in 1877 by the North Eastern Railway on their line from Northallerton to Garsdale, this station closed in 1954. View west at the former forecourt.
Wensley railway station (site), Yorkshire
Opened in 1877 by the North Eastern Railway on their line from Northallerton to Garsdale, this station closed in 1954. View west at the former forecourt.
Benchmark on Stoneham House Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm49056" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm49056">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 Stoneham House
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
Stoneham House There is an OS benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3539154">SE0790 : Benchmark on Stoneham House</a> on the south face of the house at the jut
Stoneham House
There is an OS benchmark SE0790 : Benchmark on Stoneham House on the south face of the house at the jut
Footpath into the woods near Bolton Hall
Footpath into the woods near Bolton Hall
Road heading towards Wensley at Thowker Corner
Road heading towards Wensley at Thowker Corner
Benchmark on wall bounding Wensley Park Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm49072" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm49072">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 wall bounding Wensley Park
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
The road into Wensley opposite Westfield There is an OS benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3539221">SE0890 : Benchmark on wall bounding Wensley Park</a> on a stone in the wall at the right hand side of the image where the grass has been cut back
The road into Wensley opposite Westfield
There is an OS benchmark SE0890 : Benchmark on wall bounding Wensley Park on a stone in the wall at the right hand side of the image where the grass has been cut back
Field Path through Wensley Park Looking uphill to the north-west.
Field Path through Wensley Park
Looking uphill to the north-west.
Ruined building associated with the Keldheads Smelt Mill Historicengland.org.uk. (2012). Keld Heads lead smelt mill and mine complex, Preston-under-Scar - 1014763 | Historic England. [online] Available at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1014763?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1014763?section=official-listing">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> [Accessed 24 Jan. 2022].
Ruined building associated with the Keldheads Smelt Mill
Historicengland.org.uk. (2012). Keld Heads lead smelt mill and mine complex, Preston-under-Scar - 1014763 | Historic England. [online] Available at: LinkExternal link [Accessed 24 Jan. 2022].
Ruined building associated with the Keldheads Smelt Mill Historicengland.org.uk. (2012). Keld Heads lead smelt mill and mine complex, Preston-under-Scar - 1014763 | Historic England. [online] Available at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1014763?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1014763?section=official-listing">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> [Accessed 24 Jan. 2022].
Ruined building associated with the Keldheads Smelt Mill
Historicengland.org.uk. (2012). Keld Heads lead smelt mill and mine complex, Preston-under-Scar - 1014763 | Historic England. [online] Available at: LinkExternal link [Accessed 24 Jan. 2022].
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Miller Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE0889 (Lat: 54.298463, Lng: -1.8715272)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Richmondshire

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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///merely.notices.cocoons. Near Leyburn, North Yorkshire

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Located within 500m of 54.298463,-1.8715272
Ash Bank Lodge
Place: isolated_dwelling
Source Name: NPE
Lat/Long: 54.3018343/-1.8742916
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 54.3020043/-1.8743221
Roman fort at Wensley
Archaeological Site: fortification
Historic: archaeological_site
Wikidata: Q17676646
Lat/Long: 54.2989465/-1.8765807
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3018854/-1.8747799
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