Altar Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Altar Wood

Lady Blantyre's Rock On the St Ives Estate, a memorial to a favourite spot
Lady Blantyre's Rock Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Altar Wood is a picturesque forest located in Yorkshire, England. Spread over a vast area, it is an enchanting destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The woodland is known for its ancient trees, rich biodiversity, and tranquil atmosphere.

The forest is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a stunning canopy during the summer months. The vibrant colors of the autumn foliage attract visitors from far and wide, offering a mesmerizing spectacle. Altar Wood is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a variety of bird species, making it an ideal spot for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The forest offers numerous walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These trails cater to all levels of difficulty, from easy strolls to more challenging hikes, making Altar Wood an accessible destination for people of all ages and fitness levels. Along the way, hikers are treated to breathtaking views of rolling hills, meandering streams, and hidden waterfalls.

Altar Wood is also steeped in history and folklore, with ancient ruins and stone circles dotted throughout the forest. These remnants serve as a reminder of the area's past and add a sense of mystique to the surroundings.

Visitors to Altar Wood can enjoy a peaceful and rejuvenating experience, whether it be through a leisurely walk, a picnic amidst nature, or simply soaking in the tranquility of this beautiful forest in Yorkshire.

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Altar Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.855642/-1.859567 or Grid Reference SE0939. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lady Blantyre's Rock On the St Ives Estate, a memorial to a favourite spot
Lady Blantyre's Rock
On the St Ives Estate, a memorial to a favourite spot
Coach House On the St Ives Estate
Coach House
On the St Ives Estate
Paved path at Deep Cliff Hole The path is supported by a walled embankment across the head of Deep Cliff Hole
Paved path at Deep Cliff Hole
The path is supported by a walled embankment across the head of Deep Cliff Hole
Path alongside Estate Walling This path on the St Ives Estate along the southern end of the Scotch Fir Plantation finishes at a gate into the plantation. The gate is marked private
Path alongside Estate Walling
This path on the St Ives Estate along the southern end of the Scotch Fir Plantation finishes at a gate into the plantation. The gate is marked private
Private Estate Track to Coppice Pond For the owners of St Ives, a rock cut track with an underpass of the road to lead to the pond (and former garden)
Private Estate Track to Coppice Pond
For the owners of St Ives, a rock cut track with an underpass of the road to lead to the pond (and former garden)
Harden Primary School, Long Lane (B6429), Harden
Harden Primary School, Long Lane (B6429), Harden
Harden Primary School, Long Lane (B6429), Harden
Harden Primary School, Long Lane (B6429), Harden
St. Saviour's Church, Long Lane (B6249), Harden
St. Saviour's Church, Long Lane (B6249), Harden
The junction of Keighley Road and  Long Lane (B6429), Harden
The junction of Keighley Road and Long Lane (B6429), Harden
Keighley Road, Harden
Keighley Road, Harden
Millbeck Drive, Harden
Millbeck Drive, Harden
Former gated exit to Altar Lane From the St Ives estate
Former gated exit to Altar Lane
From the St Ives estate
Blind Lane View from north of Betty's Lodge of the green lane
Blind Lane
View from north of Betty's Lodge of the green lane
Track in St Ives Estate South of Peat Dykes and showing clearance of the rhododendron undergrowth because of a plant disease
Track in St Ives Estate
South of Peat Dykes and showing clearance of the rhododendron undergrowth because of a plant disease
Clearance of diseased rhododendron View from near Lady Blantyre's rock on the St Ives Estate. What would her Ladyship think of the vista after undergrowth and most trees have been cleared?
Clearance of diseased rhododendron
View from near Lady Blantyre's rock on the St Ives Estate. What would her Ladyship think of the vista after undergrowth and most trees have been cleared?
White Cote On the lane from Altar Lane to Cross Gates. A planning notice was attached to the ruin for a conversion to a house
White Cote
On the lane from Altar Lane to Cross Gates. A planning notice was attached to the ruin for a conversion to a house
Top gates of Bingley Five Rise locks
Top gates of Bingley Five Rise locks
Canalside cafe above Bingley Five Rise locks
Canalside cafe above Bingley Five Rise locks
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Altar Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE0939 (Lat: 53.855642, Lng: -1.859567)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Bradford

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.855642,-1.859567
Druids Altar
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 53.8551267/-1.8605488
Power: tower
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.852138/-1.8603928
Power: tower
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.8540538/-1.8639997
Fixme: Does this join the track?
Lat/Long: 53.8575637/-1.8643975
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.8546992/-1.8657599
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.8546811/-1.8623183
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.8539966/-1.8565038
Fixme: Continues?
Lat/Long: 53.8556289/-1.8574407
Barrier: stile
Stile: squeezer
Lat/Long: 53.8542942/-1.8603581
Barrier: kissing_gate
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 53.8541129/-1.8604792
Waste Basket
Lat/Long: 53.8541288/-1.8604732
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.8540965/-1.8604167
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