Cragg Wood
Wood, Forest in Yorkshire
England
Cragg Wood
Cragg Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 165 acres, it is nestled within the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park. The woodland is situated near the village of Ilkley and is easily accessible for visitors.
Cragg Wood is renowned for its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, birch, and rowan. The dense canopy of these majestic trees creates a tranquil and shaded environment, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers and hikers. The woodland floor is carpeted with a rich variety of wildflowers, adding bursts of color to the landscape.
One of the major attractions of Cragg Wood is the presence of a small river, known as the River Wharfe. Its crystal-clear waters meander through the woodland, providing a serene and calming atmosphere. This also makes it a popular spot for wildlife, with sightings of otters, kingfishers, and various species of fish being common.
The wood is crisscrossed with well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore and absorb the beauty of the surroundings. There are also designated picnic areas, providing an opportunity to relax and enjoy a meal amidst nature.
Cragg Wood has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back thousands of years. The area has been a source of inspiration for artists and writers, with its enchanting scenery often depicted in their works.
Overall, Cragg Wood offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, where visitors can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.
If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.
Cragg Wood Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 53.833655/-1.6297899 or Grid Reference SE2437. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Tutti Frutti
A recent addition, I think, to the painted boxes in this area. I've included it in the shared description for Bramley Tate but this one is credited to "Leeds West Rocks" which may be a different group of people. The artwork is to encourage healthy eating.
Rainbow box
A recent addition, I think, to the painted boxes in this area by Bramley Tate. This one is on the corner of Ganners Hill and Wellington Grove.
Box with coloured hearts
A recent addition, I think, to the painted boxes in this area by Bramley Tate. This one is on the corner of Ganners Hill and Ganners Road.
Entrance to Bramley Fall woods
This entrance is off Leeds and Bradford Road, just east of the football pitches.
Steps out of Bramley Fall woods
There was a deep contrast between the sunlit playing fields to the left, and the shade of the woods. The steps are also seen in SE2436 : Steps - Bramley Fall Park.
Bramley Fall exercise trail: horizontal bars
One of several fitness stations around a trail through the wood. I presume these are for swinging by the arms.
Bramley Fall exercise trail: strap hangers
One of several fitness stations around a trail through the wood. These look like essential training equipment for would-be London commuters.
Collapsed weir on the River Aire at Newlay
Newlay Weir collapsed in early February 2021, during a period of very high river levels caused by recent heavy rain and snow.
The first pictures appeared locally on social media on 4th February, where you could see that water was lower in the centre of the weir. By 9th February, a large section had collapsed, leaving the river level at least a metre below the top of the weir. The water was flowing through a gap between 5 and 10 metres wide. The altered flow has washed away some of the bank just downstream, causing a large tree to fall into the water. It was also reported that contractors working on construction of the fish pass lost some equipment into the river.
The river under Newlay Bridge is now a metre lower than normal summer levels, leaving parts of the banks exposed which are normally under water.
The weir is a Grade II Listed structure (see English Heritage Link
). There are various reports of its age - the first weir may have been built by monks from Kirkstall Abbey. It is clear that a weir existed by the late 17th century, and the present weir dates from the 19th century. The purpose of the weir was to divert water along a goit (channel) towards Kirkstall Forge (which certainly has its origins as a corn mill built by the monks). By the late 18th century Beecroft and Butler were using the forge to make wrought iron. The goit fed into a dam from where it drove 3 waterwheels which operated drop hammers in the forge. (See SE2536 : Remains of the Kirkstall Forge ). 2 of the water wheels and parts of the original building still exist and are Grade II listed.
). There are various reports of its age - the first weir may have been built by monks from Kirkstall Abbey. It is clear that a weir existed by the late 17th century, and the present weir dates from the 19th century. The purpose of the weir was to divert water along a goit (channel) towards Kirkstall Forge (which certainly has its origins as a corn mill built by the monks). By the late 18th century Beecroft and Butler were using the forge to make wrought iron. The goit fed into a dam from where it drove 3 waterwheels which operated drop hammers in the forge. (See SE2536 : Remains of the Kirkstall Forge ). 2 of the water wheels and parts of the original building still exist and are Grade II listed.
The top section of Newlay Lane
A steep residential street rising from Newlay Bridge across the River Aire.
Horsforth Woodside roundabout (1)
A roundabout on the Leeds Ring Road. The former Woodside pub on the far side SE2537 : The Woodside, Low Lane, Horsforth is now a Miller and Carter Steakhouse.
Horsforth Woodside roundabout (2)
A roundabout on the Leeds Ring Road. On the far side is a Shell filling station.
Cragg Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE2437 (Lat: 53.833655, Lng: -1.6297899)
Division: West Riding
Unitary Authority: Leeds
Police Authority: West Yorkshire
What 3 Words
///jumpy.scam.saves. Near Horsforth, West Yorkshire
Nearby Locations
Related Wikis
Newlay
Newlay is a suburb of Horsforth, in West Yorkshire, England. Originally a hamlet, it is now part of Horsforth parish in the City of Leeds District, and...
Grove Methodist Church
The Grove Methodist Church is a Grade II listed Methodist church in the village of Horsforth, Leeds, England, part of the Leeds South and West Methodist...
Newlay and Horsforth railway station
Newlay and Horsforth railway station, until 1889 and from 1961 called Newlay station, was a station on the route of the former Leeds and Bradford Railway...
Kirkstall Forge railway station
Kirkstall Forge railway station is a station serving the Kirkstall area of Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It is on the Leeds to Bradford Line between...
Horsforth
Horsforth is a town and civil parish in the City of Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, five miles north-west of Leeds city centre. Historically a village...
Horsforth Woodside railway station
Horsforth Woodside was a proposed railway station that was to be built on the site of Woodside Quarry near Horsforth in West Yorkshire, England. It would...
Hall Park Ground
Hall Park Ground in Horsforth, near Leeds, Yorkshire, England is a cricket ground. The ground was the location of a first-class cricket match in August...
Hawksworth, Leeds
Hawksworth is a small, early twentieth-century council estate in the Kirkstall ward in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It is situated on a hill between...
Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 53.833655,-1.6297899New Road Side Outwood Lane
Bus: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Lat/Long: 53.8312445/-1.636052
New Road Side Hawksworth Road
Bus: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Lat/Long: 53.8295325/-1.6297124
Barrier: block
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Horse: yes
Motor Vehicle: no
Lat/Long: 53.8341814/-1.6309057
Post Box
Check Date: 2021-01-23
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00, Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: LS18 260
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 53.8293432/-1.6288338
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: LS18 780
Lat/Long: 53.8313014/-1.6291811
Disused Post Office: yes
Note: was previously a post office
Lat/Long: 53.8376865/-1.6297578
Source: www.npemap.org.uk
Uk Postcode Centroid: LS18
Lat/Long: 53.836683/-1.634405
Bus Stop
New Road Side Hawksworth Road
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
Kerb: raised
Lit: no
Local Ref: 45011574
Naptan AtcoCode: 450011574
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: New Road Side Hawksworth Road
Naptan Crossing: Hawksworth Road
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45011574
Naptan Notes: Pole re-located (stone shelter end dated) 020207
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Hawksworth Road
Naptan Street: New Road Side
Naptan Verified: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import;photograph
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 53.8294841/-1.6297669
Bus Stop
New Road Side Outwood Lane
Bench: no
Bus: yes
Departures Board: realtime
Kerb: raised
Local Ref: 45011575
Naptan AtcoCode: 450011575
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: New Road Side Outwood Lane
Naptan Crossing: Outwood Lane
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45011575
Naptan Landmark: Glenwood Hotel
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Outwood Lane
Naptan Street: New Road Side
Naptan Verified: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Towards: Kirkstall, Leeds
Lat/Long: 53.8313034/-1.6360235
Bus Stop
New Road Side Oliver Hill
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Departures Board: realtime
Kerb: raised
Lit: yes
Local Ref: 45011576
Naptan AtcoCode: 450011576
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: New Road Side Oliver Hill
Naptan Crossing: Oliver Hill
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45011576
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Oliver Hill
Naptan Street: New Road Side
Naptan Verified: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Timetable: yes
Lat/Long: 53.8304665/-1.6327857
Bus Stop
New Road Side Oliver Hill
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Kerb: raised
Lit: yes
Local Ref: 45011578
Naptan AtcoCode: 450011578
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: New Road Side Oliver Hill
Naptan Crossing: Oliver Hill
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45011578
Naptan Landmark: Nursing Home
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Oliver Hill
Naptan Street: New Road Side
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 53.8304476/-1.6321539
Bus Stop
Broadway Stanhope Drive
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013124
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013124
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Broadway Stanhope Drive
Naptan Crossing: Stanhope Drive
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013124
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Stanhope Drive
Naptan Street: Broadway
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.8352124/-1.63544
Bus Stop
Broadway Stanhope Drive
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013125
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013125
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Broadway Stanhope Drive
Naptan Crossing: Stanhope Drive
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013125
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Stanhope Drive
Naptan Street: Broadway
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.8351216/-1.6351217
Bus Stop
Alexandra Road Broadway
Bus: yes
Departures Board: realtime
Local Ref: 45013137
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013137
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Alexandra Road Broadway
Naptan Crossing: Ring Road Broadway
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013137
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Broadway
Naptan Street: Alexandra Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.8358865/-1.6295685
Bus Stop
Broadway Alexandra Road
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013172
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013172
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Broadway Alexandra Road
Naptan Crossing: Alexandra Road
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013172
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Alexandra Road
Naptan Street: Broadway
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.8358221/-1.62848
Bus Stop
Broadway Wood Lane
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013175
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013175
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Broadway Wood Lane
Naptan Crossing: Wood Lane
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013175
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Wood Lane
Naptan Street: Broadway
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.8357826/-1.6279434
Bus Stop
Alexandra Road Ring Road
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
Local Ref: 45013183
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013183
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Alexandra Road Ring Road
Naptan Crossing: Ring Road Broadway
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013183
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Ring Road Broadway
Naptan Street: Alexandra Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.8359724/-1.6297518
Bus Stop
Broadway Wood Lane
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45013189
Naptan AtcoCode: 450013189
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Broadway Wood Lane
Naptan Crossing: Wood Lane
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45013189
Naptan Landmark: Ringway Hotel
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Wood Lane
Naptan Street: Broadway
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.836109/-1.6255292
Bus Stop
Broadgate Walk Broadgate Crescent
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 45023482
Naptan AtcoCode: 450023482
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Broadgate Walk Broadgate Crescent
Naptan Crossing: Broadgate Crescent
Naptan Indicator: Stop 45023482
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: LEEDS
Naptan ShortCommonName: Broadgate Crescent
Naptan Street: Broadgate Walk
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.8370015/-1.6267929
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: LS18 384
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 53.8308655/-1.6346315
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:30; Sa 11:30; Su off
Fixme: survey. new road layout
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: LS18 59
Lat/Long: 53.8375732/-1.6298127
Historic: memorial
Inscription: This avenue is planted in commemoration of the 211 men and 1 woman from Horsforth who sacrificed their lives in the Great War, 1914-1918.
"We lie dead in many lands that you may live here in peace."
Material: stone
Memorial: stele
Lat/Long: 53.8376091/-1.6323227
Social Facility
Sandywood Court
Addr City: Leeds
Addr Housename: Sandywood Court
Addr Postcode: LS18 4JA
Addr Street: New Road Side
Addr Suburb: Horsforth
Operator: Headrow
Social Facility: group_home
Social Facility For: senior
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 53.8311741/-1.6340845
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Island: yes
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.8358861/-1.6272928
Waste Basket
Collection Times: weekly
Ref UK Leedscc Bin: 2257
Lat/Long: 53.830521/-1.633138
Waste Basket
Collection Times: weekly
Ref UK Leedscc Bin: 2258
Lat/Long: 53.831125/-1.635116
Waste Basket
Collection Times: weekly
Ref UK Leedscc Bin: 4172
Lat/Long: 53.831368/-1.635836
Waste Basket
Collection Times: weekly
Ref UK Leedscc Bin: 2256
Lat/Long: 53.829989/-1.630675
Waste Basket
Collection Times: weekly
Ref UK Leedscc Bin: 2491
Lat/Long: 53.831384/-1.633974
Waste Basket
Collection Times: weekly
Ref UK Leedscc Bin: 2492
Lat/Long: 53.831466/-1.632117
Waste Basket
Collection Times: weekly
Ref UK Leedscc Bin: 444
Lat/Long: 53.835086/-1.636212
Waste Basket
Collection Times: weekly
Ref UK Leedscc Bin: 446
Lat/Long: 53.835096/-1.636094
Waste Basket
Collection Times: weekly
Ref UK Leedscc Bin: 445
Lat/Long: 53.835208/-1.635903
Waste Basket
Collection Times: weekly
Condition: GOOD
Ref UK Leedscc Bin: 7903
Waste Basket Model: METAL SQUARE
Lat/Long: 53.835746/-1.626788
Waste Basket
Collection Times: weekly
Ref UK Leedscc Bin: 440
Lat/Long: 53.83746/-1.629681
Waste Basket
Collection Times: weekly
Ref UK Leedscc Bin: 439
Lat/Long: 53.837596/-1.629469
Crossing Island: yes
Traffic Calming: island
Lat/Long: 53.8351586/-1.6358391
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.8371213/-1.6281252
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.8373324/-1.6296989
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.835818/-1.6258249
New Road Side Oliver Hill
Bus: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Lat/Long: 53.8305042/-1.6327738
New Road Side Oliver Hill
Bus: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Lat/Long: 53.8303783/-1.6321958
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: yes
Cycleway: asl
Kerb: flush
Tactile Paving: yes
Traffic Signals Sound: no
Traffic Signals Vibration: yes
Lat/Long: 53.829324/-1.6291796
Direction: 335
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: public
Surveillance Type: ALPR
Surveillance Zone: traffic
Lat/Long: 53.834617/-1.6342814
Direction: 200
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: public
Surveillance Type: ALPR
Surveillance Zone: traffic
Lat/Long: 53.8346075/-1.6342837
Crossing
Crossing: marked
Crossing Signals: no
Lat/Long: 53.829337/-1.6286427
Have you been to Cragg Wood?
Leave your review of Cragg Wood below (or comments, questions and feedback).