Harry Bowes Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Hambleton

England

Harry Bowes Wood

Grazing pasture being used by sheep and a horse Looking northward from the Crakehall to Kirkbridge road.
Grazing pasture being used by sheep and a horse Credit: Peter Wood

Harry Bowes Wood is a small village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated within the Forest of Bowland, it is surrounded by picturesque woodlands and rolling hills, offering residents and visitors a tranquil and scenic environment.

The village is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 200 inhabitants. The majority of the houses in Harry Bowes Wood are traditional stone cottages, adding to the area's charming and rustic appeal. The village has a strong sense of community, with regular events and gatherings organized by local residents.

Despite its small size, Harry Bowes Wood offers a range of amenities to its residents. There is a local pub, The Bowes Arms, which serves delicious food and drinks and acts as a meeting point for locals and visitors alike. Additionally, the village has a small convenience store that caters to the daily needs of its inhabitants.

The surrounding area of Harry Bowes Wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts. The Forest of Bowland is renowned for its diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes, making it a popular destination for hiking, birdwatching, and other outdoor activities. The village is also in close proximity to several walking trails and cycle routes, allowing residents to explore the beautiful countryside.

Overall, Harry Bowes Wood offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for its residents, with its charming village atmosphere and stunning natural surroundings. It is a place where one can escape the hustle and bustle of city life and embrace the beauty of rural England.

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Harry Bowes Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.297208/-1.5985584 or Grid Reference SE2689. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grazing pasture being used by sheep and a horse Looking northward from the Crakehall to Kirkbridge road.
Grazing pasture being used by sheep and a horse
Looking northward from the Crakehall to Kirkbridge road.
Minor road and cottages at Kirkbridge Looking westward.
Minor road and cottages at Kirkbridge
Looking westward.
Crakehall Hall This massive 18th century house dominates the village green in Crakehall. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.crakehall.org.uk/index.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.crakehall.org.uk/index.html">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>
Crakehall Hall
This massive 18th century house dominates the village green in Crakehall. LinkExternal link
Kirkbridge, near Crakehall
Kirkbridge, near Crakehall
Ings Lane Giving access to the Crakehall Ings, an area of drained watermeadow land north of Bedale.
Ings Lane
Giving access to the Crakehall Ings, an area of drained watermeadow land north of Bedale.
Cricket on the green The idyllic English scene with a cricket match on the green in front of the 'big house' [Crakehall Hall]. One could almost sit back and enjoy, with a pint of real ale to hand.
Cricket on the green
The idyllic English scene with a cricket match on the green in front of the 'big house' [Crakehall Hall]. One could almost sit back and enjoy, with a pint of real ale to hand.
View from minor road adjacent A1, Wensleydale in the background
View from minor road adjacent A1, Wensleydale in the background
Crakehall Cricket Pavilion On the village Green.
Crakehall Cricket Pavilion
On the village Green.
Village Green at Crakehall Church visible through trees
Village Green at Crakehall
Church visible through trees
Benchmark on post beside Bedale Beck Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm43225" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm43225">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>
Benchmark on post beside Bedale Beck
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
Bedale Beck beside minor road There is an OS benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3234799">SE2490 : Benchmark on post beside Bedale Beck</a> on the top of the end fence post. The junction just visible is to a waste water works
Bedale Beck beside minor road
There is an OS benchmark SE2490 : Benchmark on post beside Bedale Beck on the top of the end fence post. The junction just visible is to a waste water works
Benchmark on Kirkbridge road gatepost Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm43226" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm43226">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>
Benchmark on Kirkbridge road gatepost
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
Gateway beside road to Kirkbridge There is an OS benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3234823">SE2490 : Benchmark on Kirkbridge road gatepost</a> on the gatepost at the right hand side of the gateway
Gateway beside road to Kirkbridge
There is an OS benchmark SE2490 : Benchmark on Kirkbridge road gatepost on the gatepost at the right hand side of the gateway
Lympton House House on outskirts of Kirkbridge which has an OS benchmark (levelled at 43m above mean sea level) hidden under its render on the corner with the abutting stone wall.
Lympton House
House on outskirts of Kirkbridge which has an OS benchmark (levelled at 43m above mean sea level) hidden under its render on the corner with the abutting stone wall.
Storra Pasture A farm which includes dog rescue amongst its activities - the notice on the gate says 'Caution our dogs bite'. There is an OS benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3234884">SE2590 : Benchmark inside barn at 'Storra Pasture'</a> inside the lean-to barn
Storra Pasture
A farm which includes dog rescue amongst its activities - the notice on the gate says 'Caution our dogs bite'. There is an OS benchmark SE2590 : Benchmark inside barn at 'Storra Pasture' inside the lean-to barn
The Kirk Bridge at Kirkbridge Built by North Riding Council in 1958 to replace an early 19thC stone bridge.
The Kirk Bridge at Kirkbridge
Built by North Riding Council in 1958 to replace an early 19thC stone bridge.
Crakehall Hall
Crakehall Hall
Kirkbridge Farm
Kirkbridge Farm
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Harry Bowes Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE2689 (Lat: 54.297208, Lng: -1.5985584)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Hambleton

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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