Black Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Black Plantation

Snowden Crags Northward view, Crag House in the middle distance, High Snowden beyond.
Snowden Crags Credit: David Spencer

Black Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, this enchanting forest covers an expansive area and is renowned for its stunning natural beauty. The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of tall, majestic trees, predominantly consisting of various species such as oak, beech, and ash.

The name "Black Plantation" is derived from the dark and mysterious atmosphere that permeates the forest, created by the towering trees that block out much of the sunlight. This unique ambiance adds to the allure of the woodland, attracting nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers alike.

The woodland offers a range of walking trails that wind through its ancient trees, providing visitors with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the tranquility and serenity of the surroundings. The paths are well-maintained and clearly marked, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Exploring the woodland, one can encounter an array of wildlife, including deer, rabbits, and a variety of bird species.

Black Plantation is also home to a diverse range of plant life, with a rich understory of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers adding to the forest's natural charm. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of fallen leaves, which creates a magical scene during autumn when the foliage turns vibrant shades of red, orange, and gold.

The woodland is easily accessible, with designated parking areas and nearby amenities, including picnic spots and restroom facilities. Whether visiting for a leisurely stroll, a family outing, or a peaceful retreat, Black Plantation offers a truly enchanting experience for nature enthusiasts of all ages.

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Black Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.948079/-1.7395154 or Grid Reference SE1750. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Snowden Crags Northward view, Crag House in the middle distance, High Snowden beyond.
Snowden Crags
Northward view, Crag House in the middle distance, High Snowden beyond.
Old quarry, Snowden Carr The farmer has shrewdly sheltered two beehives in the bottom.  Eastward view with Hunter's Stones microwave tower (at Norwood Edge) in the distance.
Old quarry, Snowden Carr
The farmer has shrewdly sheltered two beehives in the bottom. Eastward view with Hunter's Stones microwave tower (at Norwood Edge) in the distance.
Snowden Carr Rock-strewn heather moorland sloping down to the east.  Eastward view with the entirely innocuous ( <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://duncan.gn.apc.org/menwith.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://duncan.gn.apc.org/menwith.htm">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> ) Hunter's Stones microwave tower in the distance.
Snowden Carr
Rock-strewn heather moorland sloping down to the east. Eastward view with the entirely innocuous ( LinkExternal link ) Hunter's Stones microwave tower in the distance.
Tree of Life Stone, Snowden Carr Prehistoric cup marked rock carving (possibly Bronze Age).  Despite the stone's modern name, it is not known whether the carving was intended to depict a tree.
Tree of Life Stone, Snowden Carr
Prehistoric cup marked rock carving (possibly Bronze Age). Despite the stone's modern name, it is not known whether the carving was intended to depict a tree.
Tree of Life Stone, Snowden Carr (detail) Detail of the prehistoric cup marked rock carving.
Tree of Life Stone, Snowden Carr (detail)
Detail of the prehistoric cup marked rock carving.
Low Snowden and Washburn Farm Looking northeastwards from Snowden Carr Road. Swinsty Reservoir beyond.
Low Snowden and Washburn Farm
Looking northeastwards from Snowden Carr Road. Swinsty Reservoir beyond.
Dob Park Seen from Snowden Carr Road, this farmland is the former site of Dob Park.  Dob Park Woods lie to the left and the ruined Dob Park Lodge is the speck on the skyline centre-right and just outside the gridsquare.
Dob Park
Seen from Snowden Carr Road, this farmland is the former site of Dob Park. Dob Park Woods lie to the left and the ruined Dob Park Lodge is the speck on the skyline centre-right and just outside the gridsquare.
Gateway to Shaw Hall An impressive gateway from the Otley to Blubberhouses Road.
Gateway to Shaw Hall
An impressive gateway from the Otley to Blubberhouses Road.
Hundwith Beck The public footpath crosses this bridge before 
being re-routed through the plantation.
Hundwith Beck
The public footpath crosses this bridge before being re-routed through the plantation.
Whin Hill Farm The entrance to the non-working farm. 
Mown paths through meadows and a lake provide the perfect hide-away!
Whin Hill Farm
The entrance to the non-working farm. Mown paths through meadows and a lake provide the perfect hide-away!
Top Moorside Farm Very much a working farm, the far right hand building is in 
the square! The farmhouse to the left is in square 1649.
Top Moorside Farm
Very much a working farm, the far right hand building is in the square! The farmhouse to the left is in square 1649.
High Round Hill High Round Hill lies to the left of the wall and fence. 
The fence is the line of the parish boundary.
High Round Hill
High Round Hill lies to the left of the wall and fence. The fence is the line of the parish boundary.
Low Round Hill Low Round Hill lies in the middle distance, to the right of the dry stone wall.
Low Round Hill
Low Round Hill lies in the middle distance, to the right of the dry stone wall.
Box-car on the top of Shooting House Hill An unattractive replacement for the stone built shooting house on whose foundations this dilapidated box-car sits. It's presumably still used as a shooting box for the grouse on Askwith Moor.
Box-car on the top of Shooting House Hill
An unattractive replacement for the stone built shooting house on whose foundations this dilapidated box-car sits. It's presumably still used as a shooting box for the grouse on Askwith Moor.
Grouse Butt No. 1 on Askwith Moor
Grouse Butt No. 1 on Askwith Moor
Snowden Carr Road Leads off the ridge, descending to Dob Park.
Snowden Carr Road
Leads off the ridge, descending to Dob Park.
Askwith Moor Road Part of the road that utilises the broad ridge of Snowden Carr between Otley and Blubberhouses.
Askwith Moor Road
Part of the road that utilises the broad ridge of Snowden Carr between Otley and Blubberhouses.
Stoop Hill Walking across a section of moorland from Askwith Moor Road towards Moorside Farm.
Stoop Hill
Walking across a section of moorland from Askwith Moor Road towards Moorside Farm.
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Black Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SE1750 (Lat: 53.948079, Lng: -1.7395154)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.948079,-1.7395154
Stoop Hill
Natural: peak
Source: OS OpenData StreetView
Lat/Long: 53.9476683/-1.7325567
Barrier: cattle_grid
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.9448183/-1.7426462
The Long Stoop
Fixme: verify that this still exists, verify exact location
Historic: milestone
Inscription: BOLTON BRIDGE 6 / OTLEY 4
Source: OS sheet 170,publ 1851
Source Name: OS sheet 170,publ 1851
Lat/Long: 53.9488581/-1.7320804
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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