Bank House Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Bank House Plantation

All Saints Church, Silkstone A Christian church has stood here since before 1066 with the current building dating back to the twelfth century with various additions having been made since it was first built. — All Saints Church, Silkstone Credit: Neil Theasby

Bank House Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, the plantation covers a vast area of lush greenery and is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species.

The plantation is known for its enchanting woodland trails that wind through the towering trees. These well-maintained paths offer visitors the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the area while enjoying a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The trails are suitable for all levels of fitness, making Bank House Plantation an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The woodland itself is predominantly composed of native tree species, including oak, beech, and birch. These magnificent trees provide a haven for a wide variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and numerous bird species. The plantation is also home to a rich array of plant life, with carpets of bluebells and wildflowers adding vibrant splashes of color to the woodland floor in the spring and summer months.

Bank House Plantation is managed by a dedicated team of conservationists who work tirelessly to protect and preserve the natural habitat. They actively encourage sustainable practices such as responsible woodland management and wildlife conservation. As a result, visitors to the plantation can witness firsthand the importance of preserving our natural environment.

Whether you are seeking a peaceful walk, a chance to immerse yourself in nature, or simply a place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Bank House Plantation offers a serene and idyllic setting that is sure to captivate and inspire all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.559987/-1.5845068 or Grid Reference SE2707. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

All Saints Church, Silkstone

A Christian church has stood here since before 1066 with the current building dating back to the twelfth century with various additions having been made since it was first built.

Neil Theasby

Dog walker on the Silkstone Waggonway trail

Constructed in 1809, the waggonway was created to take tubs of coal from the workings at Silkstone to Barnby Basin - the terminus of the Aire and Calder Canal - a mile and a half to the north. The tubs were pulled on rails by horses.

Neil Theasby

Silkstone Waggonway sign

See the Wikipedia entry for this historic coal tramway: Link

Neil Theasby

Evidence of Silkstone Waggonway

For fifty to sixty years in the mid-nineteenth century the waggonway facilitated the transport of coal from the Silkstone area to the canal basin at Barnby - two miles north of the village. The coal tubs were pulled along the rails by horses.

Neil Theasby

Unusual grave in Silkstone churchyard

Attributed to Thomas Peigham, Vicar of Silkstone 1677-89.

Neil Theasby

Huskar Disaster Monument in Silkstone churchyard

Erected in memory of the twenty six children who tragically died in the Huskar coalmine disaster of July 4th 1838. For Wikipedia page see Link

Closer detail of inscriptions:- Front face of monument:Link North face of monument:Link South face of monument:Link

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Front face of the Huskar disaster monument

In Silkstone All Saints churchyard. In memory of the twenty six children who died in a nearby coalmine on July 4th 1838. For Wikipedia entry see Link

For a full view of the monument go here: Link

Neil Theasby

North face of the Huskar disaster monument

In Silkstone churchyard and in memory of the twenty six children who died in a nearby mine on July 4th 1838. The north face of the monument lists the boys who died that terrible day. The girls who died are listed on the south face. For the Huskar Pit page in Wikipedia go here Link

For a full view of the monument go here: Link

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South face of the Huskar monument, Silkstone

In All Saints churchyard and in memory of the twenty six children in a nearby coalmine on July 4th, 1838. The south face shows the names of the girls who died that terrible day while the north face lists the names of the boys who died. For the Huskar Pit Wikipedia page go here: Link

For a full view of the monument go here: Link

Neil Theasby

Cannon Hall walled garden

Cannon Hall is a country estate in South Yorkshire, managed by Barnsley District Council. The estate, including outlying farms and the Rowlands cricket ground, covers parts of Cawthorne and High Hoyland civil parishes and is a grade II listed park (list entry 1001159). The park was laid out in the 1760s by Richard Woods for John Spencer of Cawthorne, a local iron mine owner, and was taken over as a public park including the grade II* listed Hall (list entry 1151805).

Dave Pickersgill

Wisteria in Hot House

On the Cannon Hall Estate

Kevin Waterhouse

Footbridge over The Pond

In Cannon Hall Park an historic bridge

Kevin Waterhouse

Cannon Hall Country Park

With Cannon Hall south frontage and gardens on a higher level

Kevin Waterhouse

Old milestone

The road towards Shepley Lane Head and Holmfirth used to wend its way through Cawthorne village. In the 20C a by-pass was built. Some years ago this stone was found buried, perhaps from the 1940 Government instructions, but set up and in 2015 was repainted. Although set into the pavement all the legends can be read. The herb robert makes an attractive addition. It is Grade II listed 1151767.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

This stone set up on the green in Cawthorne had the mileages to Huddersfield and Barnsley defaced, possibly because of the 1940 wartime Government instructions. It was also buried but found during pipe laying works. It was painted in 2015 by a professional painter and decorator who said how difficult it was to paint the legends and hands. It makes a fine feature on the green. It may date from the 19C and is Grade II listed 1151777.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

Travelling westwards and back out of Cawthorne village is the 5 miles from Barnsley West Riding CC milestone. It is on the north side of the road at Clough Green and opposite the pipeworks. Another milestone that was professionally painted in 2015. The full height of the metal attachment with the two fastening bolts at ground level visible. About 15-20cm of stone will be under ground level. The Public Footpath sign indicates a section of the Barnsley Boundary Walk. Grade II listed 1286788.

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Old milestone

The route between Barnsley, Shepley Lane Head and Holmfirth was never turnpiked. So before County Councils erected milestones in the late 19C/early 20C simple stones would have been set up at junctions to guide travellers. This stone is at the junction of the A635 with North Lane which meanders towards Penistone. It is thought that it was originally inscribed with Penistone, Barnsley and Huddersfield. Although painted in 2015 it is under a large tree hence the green mould. On the day of this picture it was covered with an advertising hoarding, taken off and replaced.

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Old milestone

The 6 miles from Barnsley, late 19C West Riding CC, milestone is just west of Coach Gate Lane which leads to the ancient Gunthwaite Hall. It is on a very narrow verge almost at the Barnsley/Kirklees boundary. Not well painted but in a very difficult place to work. It is Grade II listed 1314730.

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Bank House Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SE2707 (Lat: 53.559987, Lng: -1.5845068)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Barnsley

Police Authority: South Yorkshire