Brickhouse Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Brickhouse Plantation

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

Brickhouse Plantation, located in Yorkshire, England, is a sprawling estate situated amidst lush woodlands and serene forests. Spanning over several acres, this idyllic property offers a picturesque retreat for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility.

The plantation is characterized by its impressive array of brick-built structures, which lend it a distinct architectural charm. The main house, a magnificent mansion, serves as the centerpiece of the estate. Boasting elegant Georgian-style design elements, it exudes grandeur and sophistication.

The surrounding woodlands and forests of Brickhouse Plantation are a haven for flora and fauna. Towering oak, beech, and ash trees dominate the landscape, providing a rich habitat for a diverse range of wildlife. Visitors can explore the various walking trails that wind through the estate, immersing themselves in the beauty of nature.

Apart from its natural wonders, Brickhouse Plantation also offers recreational amenities. A well-maintained tennis court and a private swimming pool provide opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure. The estate also features beautifully landscaped gardens, adorned with colorful flowers and carefully manicured lawns, perfect for relaxing strolls or picnics.

Brickhouse Plantation is not only a sanctuary for nature enthusiasts but also a place of historical significance. The estate has a rich heritage, dating back several centuries. It has witnessed the passage of time and the evolution of Yorkshire's landscape, making it a unique destination for history buffs.

In conclusion, Brickhouse Plantation in Yorkshire, with its stunning brick-built structures, breathtaking woodlands, and rich history, offers a captivating experience for visitors seeking solace in nature's embrace.

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Brickhouse Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.944577/-1.7366731 or Grid Reference SE1749. 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.
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.
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.
Crossroads to Low Snowden A loop road leaves the moor road for Low Snowden descending into farming country.  Ilkley Moor dominates the view westwards.
Crossroads to Low Snowden
A loop road leaves the moor road for Low Snowden descending into farming country. Ilkley Moor dominates the view westwards.
Steep hill to Low Snowden The quiet and steep loop road to Low Snowden provides excellent walking and a route for horse riders, while allowing one to ponder on the need for the US/UK interception facility on Menwith Hill.
Steep hill to Low Snowden
The quiet and steep loop road to Low Snowden provides excellent walking and a route for horse riders, while allowing one to ponder on the need for the US/UK interception facility on Menwith Hill.
Dobpark Lodge Remains of Dobpark Lodge with Swinsty reservoir & Menwith Hill in the background.
Dobpark Lodge
Remains of Dobpark Lodge with Swinsty reservoir & Menwith Hill in the background.
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Brickhouse Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SE1749 (Lat: 53.944577, Lng: -1.7366731)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

What 3 Words

///seriously.quack.condense. Near Burley in Wharfedale, West Yorkshire

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Located within 500m of 53.944577,-1.7366731
Stoop Hill
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