Piper Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Piper Wood

Holdgate farm, Emmerdale Village This is the location of Holdgate Farm which is featured in the TV series Emmerdale, the village of Emmerdale has been rebuilt in this area and filming takes place 4 or 5 days a week.
Holdgate farm, Emmerdale Village Credit: Mick Melvin

Piper Wood, located in the picturesque county of Yorkshire in England, is a charming forest known for its natural beauty and tranquil ambiance. Spread over a vast area of land, this wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers.

The wood is characterized by a dense canopy of deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a delightful tapestry of colors throughout the seasons. Ancient oaks, beeches, and birches dominate the landscape, providing a habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna. Bluebells carpet the forest floor in the spring, while vibrant foliage adorns the trees in the autumn.

Traversing through Piper Wood, visitors can indulge in numerous recreational activities. Well-maintained trails wind their way through the forest, offering opportunities for leisurely walks or invigorating hikes. The wood is also home to a variety of bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers seeking to spot woodland birds like woodpeckers, nuthatches, and warblers.

Piper Wood is not only a haven for wildlife but also holds historical significance. The wood is dotted with remnants of ancient settlements, including Iron Age hill forts and burial grounds, providing insights into the region's rich heritage.

In summary, Piper Wood in Yorkshire is a captivating forest that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. With its breathtaking natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and historical remnants, it is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Holdgate farm, Emmerdale Village This is the location of Holdgate Farm which is featured in the TV series Emmerdale, the village of Emmerdale has been rebuilt in this area and filming takes place 4 or 5 days a week.
Holdgate farm, Emmerdale Village
This is the location of Holdgate Farm which is featured in the TV series Emmerdale, the village of Emmerdale has been rebuilt in this area and filming takes place 4 or 5 days a week.
Harewood House Rear aspect of Harewood House.
Harewood House
Rear aspect of Harewood House.
The fish ponds at Harewood House Looking south across the lake.
The fish ponds at Harewood House
Looking south across the lake.
Harewood House North side
Harewood House
North side
Harewood House entrance The entrance to the Harewood House estate on the A61  at Harewood village.
Harewood House entrance
The entrance to the Harewood House estate on the A61 at Harewood village.
Penguin at Harewood House Bird Garden As well as being a beautiful stately home, Harewood House also has an extensive bird garden, which includes a modest penguinarium.  Although the sex of Humboldt Penguins cannot be determined by appearance, this is a male - the sex has been previously determined by staff and indicated with a marker  on his left flipper.  Females will be tagged on the right.
Penguin at Harewood House Bird Garden
As well as being a beautiful stately home, Harewood House also has an extensive bird garden, which includes a modest penguinarium. Although the sex of Humboldt Penguins cannot be determined by appearance, this is a male - the sex has been previously determined by staff and indicated with a marker on his left flipper. Females will be tagged on the right.
Stork at Harewood House My what a big nest you have.  This stork parent and young were to be seen in the Bird Garden at Harewood House.
Stork at Harewood House
My what a big nest you have. This stork parent and young were to be seen in the Bird Garden at Harewood House.
Alien "UFO" Rods at Harewood House These alien rods (see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.roswellrods.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.roswellrods.com/">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> ) were captured on digital camera at Harewood House on a warm spring afternoon.

They are of course not bizarre alien creatures as some believe, but flies, captured in the relatively fast time exposure of the camera. Amazingly, there are many people who believe that these are alien creatures that can only be seen in video and photographs.  The clue's there in the last sentence ladies and gents...

I first heard about these "rods" in a documentary by Fox shown on Sky which was presented as serious scientific research, though their "image expert" sounded pretty clueless to me.  Seriously though, I nearly laughed myself off the seat at times, but at other times I was angered by the way the "facts" were being presented. These incidentally are the same people who brought us the documentary proving that man didn't go to the moon.

I guess if there's money to be made selling books...
Alien "UFO" Rods at Harewood House
These alien rods (see LinkExternal link ) were captured on digital camera at Harewood House on a warm spring afternoon. They are of course not bizarre alien creatures as some believe, but flies, captured in the relatively fast time exposure of the camera. Amazingly, there are many people who believe that these are alien creatures that can only be seen in video and photographs. The clue's there in the last sentence ladies and gents... I first heard about these "rods" in a documentary by Fox shown on Sky which was presented as serious scientific research, though their "image expert" sounded pretty clueless to me. Seriously though, I nearly laughed myself off the seat at times, but at other times I was angered by the way the "facts" were being presented. These incidentally are the same people who brought us the documentary proving that man didn't go to the moon. I guess if there's money to be made selling books...
Gardens Harewood House
Gardens Harewood House
Steam Engines at Harewood House August Bank Holiday, 1993
Steam Engines at Harewood House
August Bank Holiday, 1993
Harewood Arms Hotel The Harewood Arms Hotel on the A61 opposite the main entrance to The Harewood House Estate.
Harewood Arms Hotel
The Harewood Arms Hotel on the A61 opposite the main entrance to The Harewood House Estate.
Emmerdale Village Built specially by Yorkshire Television for filming of the soap
Emmerdale Village
Built specially by Yorkshire Television for filming of the soap
Emmerdale cricket pavilion Pavilion and scoreboard but no cricket pitch!
Emmerdale cricket pavilion
Pavilion and scoreboard but no cricket pitch!
Beech Bank, Harewood An inaccessible (to the public) part of the Harewood Estate
Beech Bank, Harewood
An inaccessible (to the public) part of the Harewood Estate
High Wood from Eccup reservoir dam Looking west from the dam.  From this spot you are very likely to see red kite.
High Wood from Eccup reservoir dam
Looking west from the dam. From this spot you are very likely to see red kite.
Dead tree Backed up by the water works at Eccup Reservoir
Dead tree
Backed up by the water works at Eccup Reservoir
Herd Farm Tucked away in the valley below Eccup Reservoir and hidden by the waterworks it only really shows itself from the middle of dam head.
Herd Farm
Tucked away in the valley below Eccup Reservoir and hidden by the waterworks it only really shows itself from the middle of dam head.
Lofthouse Lodge Gates, Harewood Estate These gates give access to the Harewood Estate from the A61 (by the turning to Wike). The gate piers, quadrant walls, railings and gates are all Grade 2 listed. The Leeds Country Way (a route which encircles Leeds) comes through these gates.
Lofthouse Lodge Gates, Harewood Estate
These gates give access to the Harewood Estate from the A61 (by the turning to Wike). The gate piers, quadrant walls, railings and gates are all Grade 2 listed. The Leeds Country Way (a route which encircles Leeds) comes through these gates.
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Piper Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE3143 (Lat: 53.887329, Lng: -1.5268481)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Leeds

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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