Nanny Knowles Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Nanny Knowles Wood

The Crown Inn yard
The Crown Inn yard Credit: don cload

Nanny Knowles Wood is a picturesque and expansive forest located in Yorkshire, England. Spanning over a vast area, it is known for its stunning natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and rich history.

The wood is densely covered with a variety of trees, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a lush and vibrant canopy. The forest floor is adorned with a colorful carpet of ferns, wildflowers, and moss, adding to its enchanting appeal.

Home to a wide range of wildlife, Nanny Knowles Wood provides a haven for numerous species. Visitors may spot deer, foxes, badgers, and a plethora of bird species, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike.

The wood also holds historical significance, with evidence of human activity dating back centuries. It is believed that the area was once inhabited by Iron Age settlers, and remnants of their settlements, including pottery fragments and tools, have been discovered within the forest. Additionally, the wood has been a valuable resource for timber throughout history, contributing to the local economy and serving various industries.

Nanny Knowles Wood offers a range of recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. There are well-maintained trails for walking, hiking, and cycling, allowing visitors to explore the forest and immerse themselves in its natural wonders. Picnic areas and designated camping spots are also available, providing opportunities for relaxation and overnight stays.

Overall, Nanny Knowles Wood is a captivating destination that showcases the beauty of Yorkshire's natural landscapes, offering a peaceful retreat for both locals and tourists seeking solace in nature.

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Nanny Knowles Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.08337/-1.779651 or Grid Reference SE1465. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Crown Inn yard
The Crown Inn yard
Riverside path
Riverside path
Toft Gate lime kiln
Toft Gate lime kiln
The Village Green, Bewerley
The Village Green, Bewerley
Pateley Bridge buildings [1] Numbers 9 and 11 High Street are two shops with flats above. Built in the mid 18th century of squared, coursed stone under a stone slate roof. The left shopfront is late 19th century, the right shopfront is 20th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1173791" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1173791">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>
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [1]
Numbers 9 and 11 High Street are two shops with flats above. Built in the mid 18th century of squared, coursed stone under a stone slate roof. The left shopfront is late 19th century, the right shopfront is 20th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [2] The Crown Hotel, number 19 High Street, was built in the early 19th century. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with ashlar dressings under a tile roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1296065" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1296065">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>
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [2]
The Crown Hotel, number 19 High Street, was built in the early 19th century. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with ashlar dressings under a tile roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [3] Formerly a coaching inn with stabling for 15 horses, Talbot House now offers tearooms and bed and breakfast accommodation. Built in the early 18th century of squared, coursed stone with freestone dressings, all under a stone slate roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1150504" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1150504">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>
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [3]
Formerly a coaching inn with stabling for 15 horses, Talbot House now offers tearooms and bed and breakfast accommodation. Built in the early 18th century of squared, coursed stone with freestone dressings, all under a stone slate roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [4] Originally one house, this is now three shops, numbers 35, 37 and 39 High Street.
Built in the 17th century with alterations in the 18th century and later. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with freestone dressings, under a stone slate roof. The bay window on the left is 20th century, as is the shopfront on the right. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1173812" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1173812">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>
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [4]
Originally one house, this is now three shops, numbers 35, 37 and 39 High Street. Built in the 17th century with alterations in the 18th century and later. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with freestone dressings, under a stone slate roof. The bay window on the left is 20th century, as is the shopfront on the right. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [5] Numbers 45 and 47 High Street are a shop and house, now in separate occupations. Built in the mid 18th century with 20th century alterations. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with ashlar dressings, under a stone slate roof. The shopfront is early 20th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1173825" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1173825">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>
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [5]
Numbers 45 and 47 High Street are a shop and house, now in separate occupations. Built in the mid 18th century with 20th century alterations. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with ashlar dressings, under a stone slate roof. The shopfront is early 20th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [6] The Pateley Club, number 42 High Street, was built as the George and Dragon  public house and is dated 1664 with 18th and 19th century alterations. Ale was brewed on the site in 1777 the building became the brewery manager's house. After a time as the Conservative Club, it is now the Pateley Club. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with freestone dressings under a stone slate roof. The canted bay windows are 19th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1150507" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1150507">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>
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [6]
The Pateley Club, number 42 High Street, was built as the George and Dragon public house and is dated 1664 with 18th and 19th century alterations. Ale was brewed on the site in 1777 the building became the brewery manager's house. After a time as the Conservative Club, it is now the Pateley Club. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with freestone dressings under a stone slate roof. The canted bay windows are 19th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [7] This house and shop at number 8 High Street was built in the early 19th century. Constructed of ashlar under a Welsh slate roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1173881" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1173881">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>
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [7]
This house and shop at number 8 High Street was built in the early 19th century. Constructed of ashlar under a Welsh slate roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge features [1] This well was originally erected in 1852 on Ripon Road and was known as Souter Well. Moved to its present position in the 1970s and now known as Fox's Head Well.
Built of stone with a stone trough with cast-iron fox's head spout above. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1150506" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1150506">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>
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge features [1]
This well was originally erected in 1852 on Ripon Road and was known as Souter Well. Moved to its present position in the 1970s and now known as Fox's Head Well. Built of stone with a stone trough with cast-iron fox's head spout above. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [8] This building which is now the Playhouse began life as a Primitive Methodist Chapel in 1859. When the Methodists united in the mid 1930s the Salvation Army bought the building and used it as their citadel until the late 1950s. Purchased by the Pateley Bridge Dramatic Society it has since been converted into a 73 seat theatre.
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [8]
This building which is now the Playhouse began life as a Primitive Methodist Chapel in 1859. When the Methodists united in the mid 1930s the Salvation Army bought the building and used it as their citadel until the late 1950s. Purchased by the Pateley Bridge Dramatic Society it has since been converted into a 73 seat theatre. Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [9] A plaque on the front of The Playhouse, seen at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7030950">SE1565 : Pateley Bridge buildings [8]</a>.
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [9]
A plaque on the front of The Playhouse, seen at SE1565 : Pateley Bridge buildings [8]. Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [10] This delightful building in Church Street, now a private residence, was Oddfellows Hall. Built in 1859 for the Friendly Society who provided insurances.
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [10]
This delightful building in Church Street, now a private residence, was Oddfellows Hall. Built in 1859 for the Friendly Society who provided insurances. Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [11] A plaque on Oddfellows Hall seen at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7030968">SE1565 : Pateley Bridge buildings [10]</a>.
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [11]
A plaque on Oddfellows Hall seen at SE1565 : Pateley Bridge buildings [10]. Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [12] A view along King Street, from Church Street. The tower is part of St Cuthbert's primary school.
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Pateley Bridge buildings [12]
A view along King Street, from Church Street. The tower is part of St Cuthbert's primary school. Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Parish church [1] The Anglican parish church of St Cuthbert was built in 1827 to replace the former parish church of St Mary, the ruins of which are still extant in Old Church Lane. Constructed of ashlar under a slate roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1315300" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1315300">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>
Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Parish church [1]
The Anglican parish church of St Cuthbert was built in 1827 to replace the former parish church of St Mary, the ruins of which are still extant in Old Church Lane. Constructed of ashlar under a slate roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
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Nanny Knowles Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE1465 (Lat: 54.08337, Lng: -1.779651)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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