Ash Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Ash Plantation

Ash Plantation is a 200-acre woodland located in the picturesque region of Yorkshire, England. Situated on the outskirts of a small village, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and locals alike. The plantation primarily consists of ash trees, hence its name, but is also home to a diverse range of other tree species, including oak, birch, and beech.

The woodland is a thriving ecosystem, providing habitat for a variety of wildlife. Visitors to Ash Plantation can spot a wide array of bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, as well as small mammals like foxes, rabbits, and squirrels. The presence of a nearby stream adds to the biodiversity, attracting amphibians such as frogs and newts.

Walking trails wind through the plantation, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its natural beauty. These paths are well-maintained and suitable for all abilities, making it accessible for families, hikers, and nature lovers. Additionally, designated picnic areas and benches are strategically placed throughout the woodland, providing a perfect spot to rest and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Ash Plantation is also actively managed for conservation purposes. Regular tree thinning and maintenance are carried out to ensure the health and longevity of the woodland. Local volunteers and forestry experts collaborate to maintain a sustainable balance, allowing both flora and fauna to thrive.

Overall, Ash Plantation is a serene and biodiverse woodland, providing a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and well-marked trails make it an ideal destination for those seeking to connect with nature in Yorkshire.

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Ash Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.799172/-1.3530907 or Grid Reference SE4233. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hook Moor Wind Farm

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Almost at the end of M1

Looking north east along the last few hundred metres of the M1 heading towards Junction 48 at Hook Moor, where it joins A1(M) which has reached J43. The overbridge in the middle distance is carrying the northbound carriageway of A1(M). These roads date from major upgrades and alterations in 1999.

Gordon Hatton

M1 heading south west from Hook Moor

The beginnings of M1 at its northern end where is cuts through a shallow cutting where the Roman Road once crossed. Signs in the distance herald the approach in 1 mile to J47.

Gordon Hatton

Hook Moor Wind Farm from footpath looking north

Some of the Hook Moor Wind Farm Turbines. Image taken from footpath junction, looking north in the direction of Aberford.

John Boyd

M1 Northbound from Parlington Interchange, near Garforth Leeds

Image of the M1 northbound heading towards its junction with the A1M. Image taken, after a snowfall, from the Parlington Interchange which is the junction of the B1217 Aberford Road with the M1.

John Boyd

Garforth station: former station building

There has been a station here since 1834. The two-storey building seen here is probably the original station building, no longer in railway use (currently an Italian restaurant), but the lower building to the left still includes a ticket office staffed at peak times.

Stephen Craven

Garforth station: quarter-mile post

A cast iron post on the westbound platform, indicating a quarter mile.

Stephen Craven

Garforth station: westbound arrival

Northern's Sprinter unit 158756 arrives with the 13.12 to Halifax (originating at Hull) with quite a few passengers waiting to board.

Stephen Craven

Garforth station: historic footbridge

There has been a station at Garforth since 1834 but the footbridge was only added c.1900. It is listed grade II (list entry 1393728) as "an attractive example of the standard North Eastern Railway design". Update April 2023 - the bridge is about to be removed (despite its listed status) to enable electrification work on the line, and given to the narrow-gauge Bredgar and Wormshill Railway in Kent Link

Stephen Craven

Garforth station: road bridge

The bridge was built in the early 1830s to the designs of engineer James Walker to carry the Aberford Road (now A642) over the Leeds-Selby railway line adjacent to Garforth station. Listed at Grade II (list entry 1419088) as "an original ... distinctive, single-span overbridge with unprecedented span of 60ft (18.2m) ... demonstrating a high level of craftsmanship in its construction, detailing, and dressing" (the same notes apply to other similar bridges on the line). The flat arch is certainly remarkable.

Stephen Craven

Garforth station: through TransPennine train

A Nova 1 (Class 802) unit passes through on the late running 11.42 Newcastle-Liverpool service.

Stephen Craven

Garforth station: cycle storage

A 'double deck' cycle rack, unused on a Saturday but probably used by commuters midweek (and given how much space is allocated to car parking at this station, a bit more space could have been given to a larger facility at ground level, much easier to use).

Stephen Craven

Garforth station: car park (1)

Garforth is the principal commuter station in East Leeds, and the car park has been extended in recent years to a length of c.250 metres, occupying about 0.8ha. This is the older part immediately outside the station but it has been resurfaced.

Stephen Craven

Garforth station: car park (2)

Garforth is the principal commuter station in East Leeds, and the car park has been extended in recent years to a length of c.250 metres, occupying about 0.8ha. This is the extension, on the site of former railway goods sidings.

Stephen Craven

Oak Crescent, Garforth

The 'Crescent' is laid out, not as a smooth curve, but as a series of four straight sections. The single yellow lines indicate a parking restriction which applies from 10am to 2pm; probably intended to deter commuters from parking here for the nearby railway station.

Stephen Craven