Piper Hill Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Ryedale

England

Piper Hill Plantation

Gilling East, Holy Cross church The benchmark is cut into the west facing wall of the church tower. — Gilling East, Holy Cross church Credit: Mel Towler

Piper Hill Plantation, located in the picturesque region of Yorkshire, is a sprawling woodland retreat that captivates visitors with its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. This enchanting plantation is nestled amidst rolling hills and verdant meadows, providing a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

Covering an expansive area, Piper Hill Plantation boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife. The plantation is primarily composed of dense woodlands, featuring an array of towering oak, beech, and birch trees that create a majestic canopy overhead. The forest floor is adorned with a vibrant tapestry of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting ambiance of the area.

Visitors to Piper Hill Plantation can enjoy a variety of recreational activities, including walking, hiking, and cycling. The plantation is crisscrossed with well-maintained trails that wind through the woods, offering breathtaking vistas and the opportunity to spot native wildlife such as deer, rabbits, and a multitude of bird species.

In addition to its natural splendor, Piper Hill Plantation also features several amenities for visitors to enjoy. These include picnic areas, where families can relax and soak in the serene surroundings, as well as designated camping spots for those seeking a more immersive experience in nature. The plantation also offers educational programs and guided tours, providing visitors with valuable insights into the local ecosystem and conservation efforts.

Piper Hill Plantation is truly a haven for nature lovers, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its breathtaking beauty, diverse wildlife, and range of recreational activities make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to reconnect with nature in Yorkshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.173021/-1.0770116 or Grid Reference SE6075. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gilling East, Holy Cross church

The benchmark is cut into the west facing wall of the church tower.

Mel Towler

Gilling East, Holy Cross church

There is a benchmark cut into the west facing wall of the church tower.

Mel Towler

Road across Grimston Moor

Steven Brown

Church of the Holy Cross, Gilling East

Holy Cross Church is a parish church which serves the village and parish of Gilling East. The parish contains the villages of Gilling, Cawton, and Grimston. It is Grade I-listed (List Entry Number 1296322 Link

Historic England). The oldest part of the church, the arcade dates from around the year 1200. The chancel was added early in the 14th century, and the southern arcade was added slightly later. The tower was added in the late 15th century.

David Dixon

Holy Cross Church, Gilling East

David Dixon

Gilling East War Memorial Arch at Holy Cross Church

The War memorial at Gilling East forms the entrance archway to the Parish Church of the Holy Cross. It commemorates the residents of Gilling East, Grimstone and Cawton who were killed or missing in the First World War. The names of 13 men are shown on 2 bronze plaques fixed to the pillars on either side of the archway. Of these 13 names, 7 were from the Yorkshire Regiment. Wide buttressed pillars support a Tudor arch topped with a stone slate hipped roof. A form of Fleury cross in stone rises from the centre. The lintel carries a raised inscription, in white outlined in gold paint and on a red background, in Gothic lettering and reading: In Memory of the men of Gilling East, Grimstone and Cawton who gave their lives in the Great War 1914 1919. The memorial is Grade II-listed (List Entry Number: 1392270 Link

Historic England).

David Dixon

Station Road, Gilling East

David Dixon

Fairfax Arms, Gilling East

David Dixon

Track junction, North Side

A crossing of tracks on the edge of woodland at Gilling Park. None of the tracks here are on a public right of way, but there is access and there's also a waymark on the post to the right of the track.

Gordon Hatton

Old milepost

Another one of the Mattison's of Bedale Highways District posts with the wrong hands. It was cast in the late 19thC. The current Ryedale Urban District Council are good at looking after and even replacing lost mileposts. In January 2007 this one was found horizontal and out of the ground. It was reset in February 2007 but is now ready for a repaint.

Chris Minto

Old milepost

This is what the post looked like after it had been toppled over in 2007. That's a huge chunk of concrete that it is fastened to.

Chris Minto

Old milepost

A view southwards showing the very narrow verge where this milepost is set. The hedge has been kept cut back so the post is always visible.

Chris Minto

New milepost

This is one of several replacement mileposts set up by Ryedale Urban District Council about 2010/11. They were cast at Cleveland Corrosion in Staithes. Authentic, as they have the hands pointing the wrong way as the original was cast by Mattison's of Bedale.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

One of four remaining stepstone milestones set up by the York to Oswaldkirk Bank turnpike trust first enacted in 1768. It was agreed in the Minutes of 1772 to set up stones at 3 mile intervals with wooden posts in the intervening miles. Each stone had the mileage to York and Helmsley inscribed but most of the legends are illegible now. This one is York 18/Helmsley 5.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

A view across the small stream by the milestone showing a stone to commemorate the Queen's Sapphire jubilee. The front face of the milestone has the remnants of the legend YORK/18. HELMSLEY/5, once inscribed on the left face, has completely eroded away.

Chris Minto