Christ Church Covert

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Hambleton

England

Christ Church Covert

Red Bridge, Ingleby Avenue Stone parapets of a small bridge over Mea Beck, north of Ingleby Greenhow. The road is shown as Ingleby Avenue here, but anyone expecting a grand line of limes or sweet chestnuts is likely to be disappointed as the trees and hedges are less than exciting. — Red Bridge, Ingleby Avenue Credit: Gordon Hatton

Christ Church Covert is a serene and enchanting woodland located in the picturesque region of Yorkshire, England. Nestled amidst the verdant landscape, this ancient forest is a captivating destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Covering an extensive area, Christ Church Covert is renowned for its rich biodiversity and breathtaking natural beauty.

The woodland is home to a diverse array of flora and fauna, with majestic oak, beech, and birch trees dominating the landscape. The forest floor is adorned with a colorful carpet of wildflowers during the spring and summer months. Birdsong fills the air, as various species of birds including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes make their homes here.

Steeped in history, Christ Church Covert boasts a fascinating past. It is said that the forest was initially part of the hunting grounds of the medieval nobility, and remnants of ancient hunting lodges can still be found within its depths. The woodland also played a significant role during the English Civil War, serving as a hideout for local rebels.

Visitors to Christ Church Covert can explore a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing them to immerse themselves in the tranquil ambiance of the woodland. The forest offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life, with opportunities for solitude and reflection. It is a popular spot for picnics, photography, and simply reconnecting with nature.

Overall, Christ Church Covert is a captivating woodland destination that offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Whether seeking tranquility or adventure, visitors are sure to find solace and inspiration within its mystical embrace.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.461233/-1.1044942 or Grid Reference NZ5807. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Red Bridge, Ingleby Avenue Stone parapets of a small bridge over Mea Beck, north of Ingleby Greenhow. The road is shown as Ingleby Avenue here, but anyone expecting a grand line of limes or sweet chestnuts is likely to be disappointed as the trees and hedges are less than exciting.

Red Bridge, Ingleby Avenue

Stone parapets of a small bridge over Mea Beck, north of Ingleby Greenhow. The road is shown as Ingleby Avenue here, but anyone expecting a grand line of limes or sweet chestnuts is likely to be disappointed as the trees and hedges are less than exciting.

Farm road off Ingleby Avenue The road leads out of this grid square towards Station Farm, some 400m beyond which is Battersby Station.

Farm road off Ingleby Avenue

The road leads out of this grid square towards Station Farm, some 400m beyond which is Battersby Station.

Footpath towards Drummer Hill Farm The path [number 10.75/1] begins as a lane off the nearby road, but soon does a 90 degree turn to the left to approach Drummer Hill Farm.

Footpath towards Drummer Hill Farm

The path [number 10.75/1] begins as a lane off the nearby road, but soon does a 90 degree turn to the left to approach Drummer Hill Farm.

Road to Easby

At the northern end of Ingleby Avenue and with the familiar profile of Roseberry Topping in the distance.

Otter Hills Beck Evidence of some recent timber felling close by the beck, which joins the River Leven a short way downstream.

Otter Hills Beck

Evidence of some recent timber felling close by the beck, which joins the River Leven a short way downstream.

Cottages at Low Easby Sandstone and brick cottages in this hamlet which stands below Easby Moor. Captain Cook&#039;s monument is visible on the moor top some 220 m above.

Cottages at Low Easby

Sandstone and brick cottages in this hamlet which stands below Easby Moor. Captain Cook's monument is visible on the moor top some 220 m above.

Towards Grove Farm, Low Easby The dead end road that serves this small community heads gently uphill past Grove Farm on the right.

Towards Grove Farm, Low Easby

The dead end road that serves this small community heads gently uphill past Grove Farm on the right.

Three beech trees, Low Easby Or maybe it&#039;s four as the one on the left appears to be two which are intertwined. The familiar outline of Roseberry Topping to the left of the picture.

Three beech trees, Low Easby

Or maybe it's four as the one on the left appears to be two which are intertwined. The familiar outline of Roseberry Topping to the left of the picture.

Esk valley line towards Great Ayton Single track line heading north towards Great Ayton, with the familiar outline of Roseberry Topping off to the right.

Esk valley line towards Great Ayton

Single track line heading north towards Great Ayton, with the familiar outline of Roseberry Topping off to the right.

The line to Whitby Looking a little east of south where the next stop will be at Battersby Junction before leaving the valley of the River Leven and entering Eskdale.

The line to Whitby

Looking a little east of south where the next stop will be at Battersby Junction before leaving the valley of the River Leven and entering Eskdale.

The Leven at Low Easby The Leven is a curious little river. Its course begins on Warren Moor with its source marked in grid square NZ6107 and an initial flow to the north east as if heading for Eskdale. It&#039;s likely that this was once the case, but a moraine blocks the way into the upper Esk, so the little river turns west towards Battersby, then north to Great Ayton. Still unable to decide which way to go, it then heads west across the Cleveland Plain past Stokesley and Hutton Rudby before eventually carving a deep valley through glacial material to join the Tees just downstream from Yarm.

The Leven at Low Easby

The Leven is a curious little river. Its course begins on Warren Moor with its source marked in grid square NZ6107 and an initial flow to the north east as if heading for Eskdale. It's likely that this was once the case, but a moraine blocks the way into the upper Esk, so the little river turns west towards Battersby, then north to Great Ayton. Still unable to decide which way to go, it then heads west across the Cleveland Plain past Stokesley and Hutton Rudby before eventually carving a deep valley through glacial material to join the Tees just downstream from Yarm.

Brick and stone mix A curious looking cottage above Low Easby. It looks as though this was originally a one and a half story stone built cottage with a rather incongruous looking brick addition turning it into a two storey dwelling.

Brick and stone mix

A curious looking cottage above Low Easby. It looks as though this was originally a one and a half story stone built cottage with a rather incongruous looking brick addition turning it into a two storey dwelling.

Please keep between the fences A well fenced section of footpath, generous in width, at the side of Borough Green Farm. Familiar outline of the Cleveland Hills in the distance.

Please keep between the fences

A well fenced section of footpath, generous in width, at the side of Borough Green Farm. Familiar outline of the Cleveland Hills in the distance.

Path down towards Low Easby Path number 10.39/006 which drops steeply from the edge of Easby Moor towards the road head at Borough Green Farm.

Path down towards Low Easby

Path number 10.39/006 which drops steeply from the edge of Easby Moor towards the road head at Borough Green Farm.

Junction on Stone Stoup Hill Straight on for Battersby or turn right for Bank Foot.

Junction on Stone Stoup Hill

Straight on for Battersby or turn right for Bank Foot.

Footbridge and ford, Ingleby Greenhow The bridge is of the concrete beam type which seem to have been a popular style in the old North Riding some 60 years ago. Ingleby Beck flows beneath the bridge and across the adjoining ford. The footpath leads directly into the churchyard.

Footbridge and ford, Ingleby Greenhow

The bridge is of the concrete beam type which seem to have been a popular style in the old North Riding some 60 years ago. Ingleby Beck flows beneath the bridge and across the adjoining ford. The footpath leads directly into the churchyard.

Approach to Bank Foot A dead end road for vehicles but also an ancient route which climbed on to the moor heading south towards Rudland Rigg and Kirkbymoorside. The house on the left stands by what was once a railway crossing, so presumably was a crossing keeper&#039;s house.

Approach to Bank Foot

A dead end road for vehicles but also an ancient route which climbed on to the moor heading south towards Rudland Rigg and Kirkbymoorside. The house on the left stands by what was once a railway crossing, so presumably was a crossing keeper's house.

A missing section of old railway track Behind the camera position is the start of what is now a section of the old Rosedale railway that can be walked or cycled all the way to that dale, but in this direction for about 1km there is no track as agriculture has taken over. The line of the former track is marked by the hedgerow heading off into the distance.

A missing section of old railway track

Behind the camera position is the start of what is now a section of the old Rosedale railway that can be walked or cycled all the way to that dale, but in this direction for about 1km there is no track as agriculture has taken over. The line of the former track is marked by the hedgerow heading off into the distance.

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Christ Church Covert is located at Grid Ref: NZ5807 (Lat: 54.461233, Lng: -1.1044942)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Hambleton

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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///regard.surpasses.reminder. Near Ingleby Greenhow, North Yorkshire

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