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Cow Close Wood

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Cow Close Wood

Repair work at Gouthwaite Reservoir Dam as seen from Nidderdale Way
Repair work at Gouthwaite Reservoir Dam as seen from Nidderdale Way Credit: Colin Park

Cow Close Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Yorkshire, England. It covers an area of approximately 50 acres and is situated in close proximity to the village of Cow Close. The wood is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

The woodland is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, ash, and beech, which provide a colorful canopy during the autumn months. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

Numerous walking trails crisscross Cow Close Wood, allowing visitors to explore the different sections of the forest. These paths are well-maintained and offer a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal location for a leisurely stroll or a family picnic.

Wildlife thrives in Cow Close Wood, with sightings of various bird species, including woodpeckers and owls, being common. The wood is also home to small mammals, such as squirrels and hedgehogs, as well as a variety of insects and butterflies.

The management of Cow Close Wood is overseen by a local conservation group, ensuring the preservation and protection of the woodland. Regular maintenance activities, such as tree planting and invasive species control, are carried out to maintain the ecological balance of the forest.

Overall, Cow Close Wood offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life, providing visitors with the opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Yorkshire's countryside.

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Cow Close Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.10962/-1.7688817 or Grid Reference SE1568. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Repair work at Gouthwaite Reservoir Dam as seen from Nidderdale Way
Repair work at Gouthwaite Reservoir Dam as seen from Nidderdale Way
Dry Stone Wall on High Hill Not particularly high - and where is the hill? The wall executes an "S" bend at this juncture, which makes it easy to pinpoint my location on the map in this featureless landscape
Dry Stone Wall on High Hill
Not particularly high - and where is the hill? The wall executes an "S" bend at this juncture, which makes it easy to pinpoint my location on the map in this featureless landscape
Foster Beck Watermill, Pateley Bridge A breastshot wheel originally used to power a woollen mill.
Foster Beck Watermill, Pateley Bridge
A breastshot wheel originally used to power a woollen mill.
Gouthwaite Dam Taken from the bridleway that follows the route of the disused railway.
Gouthwaite Dam
Taken from the bridleway that follows the route of the disused railway.
Scout Camp at foot of Gouthwaite Reservoir This picture was taken at a Scout Camp on the site immediately below the foot of the dam. Picture taken at MR: SE14256808 looking in a NW direction. Excellent camp site!
Scout Camp at foot of Gouthwaite Reservoir
This picture was taken at a Scout Camp on the site immediately below the foot of the dam. Picture taken at MR: SE14256808 looking in a NW direction. Excellent camp site!
Heathfield
Heathfield
Yates Wood and Tenement Wood Above Gouthwaite Reservoir.
Yates Wood and Tenement Wood
Above Gouthwaite Reservoir.
Gouthwaite Reservoir Southwestern shore.
Gouthwaite Reservoir
Southwestern shore.
High Bishopside Moor Not much here besides sheep, wind, rough grass and tumbled down walls
High Bishopside Moor
Not much here besides sheep, wind, rough grass and tumbled down walls
Scot Gate Ash Quarries High quality stone was quarried here until the First World War. The stone was used for building railway stations and platforms. An inclined railway was built from the quarries to take the stone down to the station at Pateley Bridge.
Scot Gate Ash Quarries
High quality stone was quarried here until the First World War. The stone was used for building railway stations and platforms. An inclined railway was built from the quarries to take the stone down to the station at Pateley Bridge.
Track to Yeadon A house way out on the moor.
Track to Yeadon
A house way out on the moor.
The Sportman's Arms Restaurant and Hotel, formerly an old coaching inn.
The Sportman's Arms
Restaurant and Hotel, formerly an old coaching inn.
Heathfield. Heathfield as approached from the Nidderdale Way.
Heathfield.
Heathfield as approached from the Nidderdale Way.
The Ex-Wesleyan Chapel, Heathfield. Ceased to be used as a chapel in 1970.
The Ex-Wesleyan Chapel, Heathfield.
Ceased to be used as a chapel in 1970.
Gouthwaite Dam. Foot of Gouthwaite Dam, releasing the river Nidd on its journey.
Gouthwaite Dam.
Foot of Gouthwaite Dam, releasing the river Nidd on its journey.
Wath Bridge. The River Nidd as it passes under the road bridge at Wath.
Wath Bridge.
The River Nidd as it passes under the road bridge at Wath.
On The Wonk At Wath. A slightly worse for wear telephone box in the village of Wath.
On The Wonk At Wath.
A slightly worse for wear telephone box in the village of Wath.
Gouthwaite reservoir overflow A close up of the north-eastern end of Gouthwaite dam, with the overflow structure
Gouthwaite reservoir overflow
A close up of the north-eastern end of Gouthwaite dam, with the overflow structure
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Cow Close Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE1568 (Lat: 54.10962, Lng: -1.7688817)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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