Bink's Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Bink's Wood

Shooting Track leading onto Raygill House Moor Servicing Wigstone Butts, Long Drag Butts and Raven Scar Butts - all constructed for the shooting of grouse, of which there appeared to be in great numbers on my particular visit.
Shooting Track leading onto Raygill House Moor Credit: Chris Heaton

Bink's Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Nestled within the heart of the region, this enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 50 hectares. Bink's Wood is known for its natural beauty, diverse flora and fauna, and rich history.

The wood is composed of a combination of deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a stunning mix of colors throughout the year. Majestic oak, beech, and birch trees dominate the landscape, providing a lush canopy that shelters a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, creating a vibrant and magical atmosphere.

Walking through Bink's Wood, visitors can spot an abundance of wildlife. Squirrels, rabbits, and foxes call this woodland home, while a wide variety of bird species can be seen and heard among the treetops. The wood is also home to small mammals such as voles and shrews, adding to its ecological diversity.

The history of Bink's Wood dates back centuries, with evidence of human settlement and activity found within its boundaries. The wood was once used for timber production, and remnants of old sawmills can still be found in certain areas. Today, it is primarily used for recreational purposes, attracting nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers.

Bink's Wood offers several well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. The tranquil atmosphere, coupled with the breathtaking scenery, make it an ideal destination for those seeking solace and tranquility in nature.

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Bink's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.133657/-1.824624 or Grid Reference SE1170. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shooting Track leading onto Raygill House Moor Servicing Wigstone Butts, Long Drag Butts and Raven Scar Butts - all constructed for the shooting of grouse, of which there appeared to be in great numbers on my particular visit.
Shooting Track leading onto Raygill House Moor
Servicing Wigstone Butts, Long Drag Butts and Raven Scar Butts - all constructed for the shooting of grouse, of which there appeared to be in great numbers on my particular visit.
Ramsgill Right on the edge of the gridsquare. The Yorke Arms, Ramsgill.
Ramsgill
Right on the edge of the gridsquare. The Yorke Arms, Ramsgill.
Ramsgill Looking north into the centre of the village.
Ramsgill
Looking north into the centre of the village.
The head of Gouthwaite Reservoir A much depleted reservoir in July 2002.
The head of Gouthwaite Reservoir
A much depleted reservoir in July 2002.
Nidderdale Looking North East from road between Ramsgill and Lofthouse
Nidderdale
Looking North East from road between Ramsgill and Lofthouse
West House Farm Fields and Land belonging to the farm taken from entrance to farm
West House Farm
Fields and Land belonging to the farm taken from entrance to farm
Across Nidderdale Taken from the bend in the road, this is the view towards the Nidderdale way from between Lofthouse and Ramsgill.
Across Nidderdale
Taken from the bend in the road, this is the view towards the Nidderdale way from between Lofthouse and Ramsgill.
River Nidd Taken from next to the entrance to West House Farm. The Nidd runs from Scar House reservoir along the Nidd Valley through Patley Bridge and Knaresborough and joins with the River Ouse at Nun Monkton. The confluence is seen here: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/184550">SE5157 : Nun Monkton Priory</a>.
River Nidd
Taken from next to the entrance to West House Farm. The Nidd runs from Scar House reservoir along the Nidd Valley through Patley Bridge and Knaresborough and joins with the River Ouse at Nun Monkton. The confluence is seen here: SE5157 : Nun Monkton Priory.
Barn at Longside Halfway between Ramsgill and Lofthouse.
Barn at Longside
Halfway between Ramsgill and Lofthouse.
Nidd at Ramsgill From the road bridge over the Nidd.
Nidd at Ramsgill
From the road bridge over the Nidd.
Ramsgill Church Standing at the edge of Gouthwaite reservoir.
Ramsgill Church
Standing at the edge of Gouthwaite reservoir.
Marshland at Gouthwaite The amount of visible marsh varies a lot throughout the year with the reservoir. Taken in the middle of summer the reservoir at this end is fairly low, and much land is exposed.
Marshland at Gouthwaite
The amount of visible marsh varies a lot throughout the year with the reservoir. Taken in the middle of summer the reservoir at this end is fairly low, and much land is exposed.
Bouthwaite From the end of the cul-de-sac lane looking down its length towards Ramsgill
Bouthwaite
From the end of the cul-de-sac lane looking down its length towards Ramsgill
Countryside just north of Gouthwaite Reservoir Tranquil fields in Upper Nidderdale. What is interesting about this photograph is that a railway from Scar House once ran down on the left-hand side of the landscape pictured here - little evidence remains today.
Countryside just north of Gouthwaite Reservoir
Tranquil fields in Upper Nidderdale. What is interesting about this photograph is that a railway from Scar House once ran down on the left-hand side of the landscape pictured here - little evidence remains today.
Longside House Formerly the Ramsgill Youth Hostel (closed circa 1990?)
Longside House
Formerly the Ramsgill Youth Hostel (closed circa 1990?)
Tower of St Mary's church St Mary's, Ramsgill
Tower of St Mary's church
St Mary's, Ramsgill
Part of Upper Nidderdale View of this famous Yorkshire Dale from above Bouthwaite.
Part of Upper Nidderdale
View of this famous Yorkshire Dale from above Bouthwaite.
Drystone wall northeast of Ramsgill Bents View over wall to Longside House (the farm below the conifer plantation) on the east side of Nidderdale
Drystone wall northeast of Ramsgill Bents
View over wall to Longside House (the farm below the conifer plantation) on the east side of Nidderdale
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Bink's Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE1170 (Lat: 54.133657, Lng: -1.824624)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

What 3 Words

///scrambles.judge.bottled. Near Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.133657,-1.824624
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Bench
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Ramsgill (The Yorkie Arms)
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Bench
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Defibrillator
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