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Skier's Spring Wood

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Skier's Spring Wood

Elephant at the Heritage Centre A woven elephant at Elsecar Heritage Centre.
Elephant at the Heritage Centre Credit: Dave Pickersgill

Skier's Spring Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated near the town of Skipton, this woodland is widely renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere.

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Skier's Spring Wood is predominantly composed of mature trees, including oak, beech, and ash. These trees create a dense canopy overhead, providing shade and shelter to the diverse array of flora and fauna that call this woodland home.

The woodland is intersected by a meandering stream, which adds to the enchanting ambiance of the area. The crystal-clear waters of the stream are home to a variety of aquatic life, including small fish and amphibians. The stream also provides a soothing background noise, adding to the overall serenity of the woodland.

Skier's Spring Wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers alike. The woodland is home to a plethora of wildlife species, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species. It is not uncommon to spot these creatures while exploring the woodland's well-maintained pathways.

The wood is also popular among outdoor enthusiasts for its walking and cycling trails, which offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The trails cater to individuals of all fitness levels, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced hikers.

Overall, Skier's Spring Wood is a cherished natural gem in Yorkshire, providing a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Elephant at the Heritage Centre A woven elephant at Elsecar Heritage Centre.
Elephant at the Heritage Centre
A woven elephant at Elsecar Heritage Centre.
Elephant at the Heritage Centre Elsecar village was developed by The 4th Earl of Fitzwilliam during the late eighteenth century into a thriving industrial village where men, women and children made iron and mined coal. The Elsecar workshops were built in 1850 to facilitate a more effective management of the various industrial enterprises around the Fitzwilliam estate. The coal board took over the workshops in 1947 following the nationalisation of the pits. As the collieries began to close in the latter part of the twentieth century, the demand for the workshop facilities began to decline, eventually leading to their closure. In 1986 the Department of the Environment listed most of the buildings to be of special architectural or historic interest. Barnsley Council purchased the workshops along with the Newcomen Beam Engine in 1988 and started a programme of conservation and restoration leading to the creation of the Elsecar Heritage Centre. Entry to the site is free (<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.elsecar-heritage.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.elsecar-heritage.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> Elsecar Heritage Centre website). Most of its buildings are Grade II listed. The Elsecar Steam Railway <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.elsecarrailway.co.uk/index.php" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.elsecarrailway.co.uk/index.php">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> is located behind the Centre and was built to serve the Earl Fitzwilliam’s collieries and ironworks. The railway now operates on a one-mile section of the branch, using historic steam and diesel locomotives.
Elephant at the Heritage Centre
Elsecar village was developed by The 4th Earl of Fitzwilliam during the late eighteenth century into a thriving industrial village where men, women and children made iron and mined coal. The Elsecar workshops were built in 1850 to facilitate a more effective management of the various industrial enterprises around the Fitzwilliam estate. The coal board took over the workshops in 1947 following the nationalisation of the pits. As the collieries began to close in the latter part of the twentieth century, the demand for the workshop facilities began to decline, eventually leading to their closure. In 1986 the Department of the Environment listed most of the buildings to be of special architectural or historic interest. Barnsley Council purchased the workshops along with the Newcomen Beam Engine in 1988 and started a programme of conservation and restoration leading to the creation of the Elsecar Heritage Centre. Entry to the site is free (LinkExternal link Elsecar Heritage Centre website). Most of its buildings are Grade II listed. The Elsecar Steam Railway LinkExternal link is located behind the Centre and was built to serve the Earl Fitzwilliam’s collieries and ironworks. The railway now operates on a one-mile section of the branch, using historic steam and diesel locomotives.
Tankersley, St Peter's church The benchmark is cut into the south-east face of the church tower.
Tankersley, St Peter's church
The benchmark is cut into the south-east face of the church tower.
Tankersley, St Peter's church There is a benchmark cut into the south-east face of the church tower.
Tankersley, St Peter's church
There is a benchmark cut into the south-east face of the church tower.
Newcomen Engine House Housing a Newcomen type steam engine for pumping water from what was Elsecar New Colliery in 1795
Newcomen Engine House
Housing a Newcomen type steam engine for pumping water from what was Elsecar New Colliery in 1795
Old milestone On the A6135 just northeast of the bridge over the M1 this damaged milestone from the Wakefield-Barnsley-Sheffield tollroad would not be seen unless one knew just where to look. But it is just to the right of the entrance to Hood Hill Plantation.
Old milestone
On the A6135 just northeast of the bridge over the M1 this damaged milestone from the Wakefield-Barnsley-Sheffield tollroad would not be seen unless one knew just where to look. But it is just to the right of the entrance to Hood Hill Plantation.
Old milestone With the grass trampled down this sad milestone at Hood Hill Plantation half way between Barnsley and Sheffield is revealed. The top broken off section had LONDON in raised capital letters. A prime subject for some restoration if only to clean off all the old paint and give it a new coat. Grade II listed 1132767.
Old milestone
With the grass trampled down this sad milestone at Hood Hill Plantation half way between Barnsley and Sheffield is revealed. The top broken off section had LONDON in raised capital letters. A prime subject for some restoration if only to clean off all the old paint and give it a new coat. Grade II listed 1132767.
Old milepost After several hours work clearing vegetation, soil and old peeling paint this repainted 18/19C milepost from the Wakefield to Sheffield turnpike is now visible to passing traffic.
Old milepost
After several hours work clearing vegetation, soil and old peeling paint this repainted 18/19C milepost from the Wakefield to Sheffield turnpike is now visible to passing traffic.
Old toll house At the west end of Wentworth village is this tollhouse from the 6 mile long section of the Rotherham to Barnsley tollroad, 1764-1874. After 3 miles, at Nether Haugh, the road turned westwards through the Marquis of Rockingham's estates to join the Sheffield-Barnsley-Wakefield tollroad about 1½ miles further on. This saved the expense of turnpiking a longer section of road through Brampton and Wombwell and so into Barnsley.
Old toll house
At the west end of Wentworth village is this tollhouse from the 6 mile long section of the Rotherham to Barnsley tollroad, 1764-1874. After 3 miles, at Nether Haugh, the road turned westwards through the Marquis of Rockingham's estates to join the Sheffield-Barnsley-Wakefield tollroad about 1½ miles further on. This saved the expense of turnpiking a longer section of road through Brampton and Wombwell and so into Barnsley.
Flowers A lovely common mallow plant at Dike Hill.
Flowers
A lovely common mallow plant at Dike Hill.
Holy Trinity (Old) Church Mostly dismantled with just the chancel still in occasional use
Holy Trinity (Old) Church
Mostly dismantled with just the chancel still in occasional use
Mural at Elsecar Heritage Centre
Mural at Elsecar Heritage Centre
Rockingham (South Yorkshire) railway station, Elsecar Heritage Railway Opened in 1996 on what became the 1 mile long Elsecar Heritage Railway, this station closed at the end of 2020 when the lease was handed back to the local council. View north east from near the former buffers, the heritage railway is located on a former freight-only branch of the South Yorkshire Railway, later part of the Great Central Railway, which closed in 1984. In 2023 the track had been lifted to allow archaeological digs.
Rockingham (South Yorkshire) railway station, Elsecar Heritage Railway
Opened in 1996 on what became the 1 mile long Elsecar Heritage Railway, this station closed at the end of 2020 when the lease was handed back to the local council. View north east from near the former buffers, the heritage railway is located on a former freight-only branch of the South Yorkshire Railway, later part of the Great Central Railway, which closed in 1984. In 2023 the track had been lifted to allow archaeological digs.
Sheffield Road, Hoyland The former A6135 passing Hoyland. A new road has been built servicing the Evri distribution shed.
Sheffield Road, Hoyland
The former A6135 passing Hoyland. A new road has been built servicing the Evri distribution shed.
Field on the edge of Hoyland Beside Sheffield Road. The big shed is a distribution (if you are lucky) centre for Evri, previously known as the notorious Hermes or "My Herpes". The A6135 has been rerouted here probably to service the big shed. The field will almost certainly be built upon.
Field on the edge of Hoyland
Beside Sheffield Road. The big shed is a distribution (if you are lucky) centre for Evri, previously known as the notorious Hermes or "My Herpes". The A6135 has been rerouted here probably to service the big shed. The field will almost certainly be built upon.
Holy Trinity Old Church Remains of the nave and tower
Holy Trinity Old Church
Remains of the nave and tower
Hoyland Lowe Stand A Wentworth Woodhouse folly, perhaps you can see the rival Wentworth Castle from the top of the folly.
Hoyland Lowe Stand
A Wentworth Woodhouse folly, perhaps you can see the rival Wentworth Castle from the top of the folly.
Metalliform Holdings This is where your chair you swung on at school probably came from. Manufacturers of office and educational furniture.
Metalliform Holdings
This is where your chair you swung on at school probably came from. Manufacturers of office and educational furniture.
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Skier's Spring Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK3699 (Lat: 53.490662, Lng: -1.4456179)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Barnsley

Police Authority: South Yorkshire

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