Arncliffe Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Hambleton

England

Arncliffe Wood

Arncliffe Wood, located in Yorkshire, is a picturesque forest that offers a serene escape for nature enthusiasts. Spread over a vast area, this wood is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife lovers.

Covered in a dense canopy of trees, including oak, beech, and ash, Arncliffe Wood boasts stunning natural beauty throughout the year. The changing of seasons brings vibrant displays of colors, with the leaves turning golden in autumn and fresh green shoots emerging in spring. Walking through the wood, visitors are greeted by a carpet of bluebells in the springtime, creating a magical and tranquil atmosphere.

A well-maintained network of paths and trails wind their way through the wood, offering visitors the opportunity to explore this natural wonderland at their own pace. The varied terrain caters to all abilities, from gentle strolls to more challenging hikes, providing something for everyone.

Wildlife thrives in this woodland habitat, with an abundance of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Squirrels can be spotted darting through the trees, while if lucky, visitors may even catch a glimpse of deer or foxes.

Arncliffe Wood is not only a natural treasure but also a historical one. It has been used as a source of timber for centuries, and remnants of old charcoal kilns and saw pits can still be found within its boundaries. This rich history adds an extra layer of intrigue and fascination to the wood.

Overall, Arncliffe Wood offers a peaceful and enchanting experience for those seeking solace in nature's embrace. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or immersing oneself in the wonders of the forest, this woodland gem is sure to leave a lasting impression.

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Arncliffe Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.389923/-1.2980998 or Grid Reference SE4599. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sheaths Nab

Mick Garratt

Autumn colours at Scarth Nick

Alan Pickup

Cleveland Way path on Scarth Wood Moor

A well used path that is part of both the Cleveland Way and the Lyke Wake Walk. A fine view ahead towards the prow of Carlton Moor.

Gordon Hatton

Hillside view from the Cleveland Way

Looking north down the steep hillside from the Cleveland Way. The village of Swainby is seen in the sunshine below, whilst on the horizon are the delights of Middlesbrough.

Gordon Hatton

Path junction above Scarth Nick

Here a path veers off to the right to meet the road at the summit of the Scarth Nick pass, whilst that to the left drops down to the road and onwards if one is walking the Cleveland Way or Lyke Wake routes. Both the routes continue to drop down into Scugdale at around the 120m contour before a steep ascent to Round Hill at 315m.

Gordon Hatton

Sheep descending the moor side

It looks as though at least one sheep decided that it was a good idea to head down towards the road, and the others followed. The hillside here is much disturbed and one might suspect post glacial subsidence, but old maps show a series of small quarries here, so that looks to be the more likely reason. Scarth Nick is a glacial overflow channel where pent up meltwaters around the edge of the Cleveland Plain glacier found a weak point in the hills and rushed through. Another example at a higher elevation can be found to the south east at Stony Ridge. See SE4899 - Holy Well Gill.

Gordon Hatton

Cleveland Way crossing Scarth Wood Moor

David Robinson

Path junction on the Cleveland Way

David Robinson

In the churchyard, Ingleby Arncliffe

One of the large yew trees is on the left and Arncliffe House, built in 1754, in the distance.

Humphrey Bolton

The south side of All Saints Church, Ingleby Arncliffe

The church was rebuilt in 1821. Inside there are box pews painted puce and with numbers on the doors. One pew has a font in it, with a cover of the same colour.

Humphrey Bolton

A fine specimen

Sequoiadendron giganteum or the Giant Sequoia.

Mick Garratt

Lyke Wake Walk sign at Scarth Nick

Photographed in 2003 north of Osmotherley, this hand-painted sign probably dated to the late 1950s after Bill Cowley created the Lyke Wake Walk in 1955. The original walk was from Beacon Hill trig point to Ravenscar, a distance of 40 miles, which had to be covered in less than 24 hours. I suspect the sign might have disappeared by now, and its location is based on an imperfect memory.

John S Turner