Lund Rigg Plantation

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Ryedale

England

Lund Rigg Plantation

Farm and buildings at Newgate Foot This is the last square to be geographed in Hectad SE69. Pockley Moor can be seen in the distance. — Farm and buildings at Newgate Foot Credit: Phil Catterall

Lund Rigg Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated near the village of Lund, this plantation covers a vast area of land, offering visitors an immersive and tranquil experience surrounded by nature. The woodland is known for its dense population of trees, primarily consisting of native species such as oak, beech, and birch.

The plantation boasts a rich history, dating back several centuries. It was originally established as a hunting ground for the local nobility, who enjoyed the dense cover provided by the trees. Over time, Lund Rigg Plantation evolved into a managed forest, with careful attention given to the maintenance and preservation of the natural ecosystem.

Today, the woodland serves as a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. Its well-maintained trails wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the diverse flora and fauna that call Lund Rigg Plantation home. The woodland is particularly enchanting during spring, when a vibrant carpet of wildflowers covers the forest floor.

In addition to its natural beauty, Lund Rigg Plantation also offers a range of recreational activities. Visitors can enjoy picnicking in designated areas, birdwatching, or even partake in organized nature walks led by knowledgeable guides. The plantation is also a great spot for wildlife spotting, with various species of birds, deer, and other small mammals frequently sighted.

Lund Rigg Plantation truly offers a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing a unique opportunity to reconnect with nature in the heart of Yorkshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.306406/-1.0663615 or Grid Reference SE6090. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farm and buildings at Newgate Foot This is the last square to be geographed in Hectad SE69. Pockley Moor can be seen in the distance.

Farm and buildings at Newgate Foot

This is the last square to be geographed in Hectad SE69. Pockley Moor can be seen in the distance.

Moorland Sheep and Potter House Farm From footpath to East Moor Wood.

Moorland Sheep and Potter House Farm

From footpath to East Moor Wood.

Moor Edge and Potter House Farm From the footpath to East Moor Wood.

Moor Edge and Potter House Farm

From the footpath to East Moor Wood.

Track on Helmsley Bank Track and public footpath heading west along the top of the Tabular Hills scarp.

Track on Helmsley Bank

Track and public footpath heading west along the top of the Tabular Hills scarp.

Rievaulx Moor Track running up to the triangulation pillar from a public road. The fence is reduced to charred posts, the result of muirburn, or maybe something more sinister (the forest on Helmsley Bank is intact).

Rievaulx Moor

Track running up to the triangulation pillar from a public road. The fence is reduced to charred posts, the result of muirburn, or maybe something more sinister (the forest on Helmsley Bank is intact).

Path on Helmsley Bank The path leaves the road at the edge of the scarp on Helmsley Bank and runs over Rievaulx Moor to Newgate Bank as a well surfaced moorland road.

Path on Helmsley Bank

The path leaves the road at the edge of the scarp on Helmsley Bank and runs over Rievaulx Moor to Newgate Bank as a well surfaced moorland road.

Ride, Roppa Wood A flat area of woodland, beneath steep Helmsley Bank.

Ride, Roppa Wood

A flat area of woodland, beneath steep Helmsley Bank.

Baxton's wood in the snow Taken on a snowy January morning from the footpath junction in Baxton&#039;s Wood above Clarke Bank.

Baxton's wood in the snow

Taken on a snowy January morning from the footpath junction in Baxton's Wood above Clarke Bank.

The top of Clarke Bank Public footpath sign showing the path that descends through the woods at Clarke Bank.

The top of Clarke Bank

Public footpath sign showing the path that descends through the woods at Clarke Bank.

Helmsley Bank Due to the snow being too soft and deep higher up on the moor near the trig point, a shortcut down the single track road on Helmsley Bank had to be made to rejoin the planned circular route back to Cowhouse Bank.

Helmsley Bank

Due to the snow being too soft and deep higher up on the moor near the trig point, a shortcut down the single track road on Helmsley Bank had to be made to rejoin the planned circular route back to Cowhouse Bank.

Helmsley Moor Due to the rising temperatures, the snow was getting softer and as it was still very deep, it was becoming impossible to climb any higher across the moor.

Helmsley Moor

Due to the rising temperatures, the snow was getting softer and as it was still very deep, it was becoming impossible to climb any higher across the moor.

Roppa Wood Looking down the icy and slippery forest track which is also a public footpath.

Roppa Wood

Looking down the icy and slippery forest track which is also a public footpath.

Forest Track in East Moor Wood Also the footpath over Collis Ridge

Forest Track in East Moor Wood

Also the footpath over Collis Ridge

Moorland, Fields and Potter House Farm Farm left of centre with Roppa Wood behind.

Moorland, Fields and Potter House Farm

Farm left of centre with Roppa Wood behind.

Forest track below Clark Bank A break in the forestry plantations gives a view towards Birk Nab and the scarp slope of the Tabular Hills.

Forest track below Clark Bank

A break in the forestry plantations gives a view towards Birk Nab and the scarp slope of the Tabular Hills.

An island of farmland An area of improved ground surrounded on three sides by forestry pantations and on the fourth by open moorland. In the distance is Potter House Farm, whilst closer to the camera are the ruins of a dwelling named as Broad Oak on old OS maps.

An island of farmland

An area of improved ground surrounded on three sides by forestry pantations and on the fourth by open moorland. In the distance is Potter House Farm, whilst closer to the camera are the ruins of a dwelling named as Broad Oak on old OS maps.

Line of 18thC watercourse in the woods An unexpected find in the woodland on Clark Bank. The prow is sloping uphill to the right, but to the left is what appears to be a narrow level path through the wood. It is actually a section of the Carlton water race, constructed in 1759 and running 7 miles from reliable water sources above Bilsdale [in SE5895] on the moor and contouring around the scarp slope to eventually reach the village of Carlton on the limestone plateau. The engineer was Joseph Foord of Kirkbymoorside, and he was responsible for a series of cleverly constructed water channels that brought water from the moors to the limestone villages and farms. At this point the channel is around 260m above sea level, having dropped some 40m from its source.

Line of 18thC watercourse in the woods

An unexpected find in the woodland on Clark Bank. The prow is sloping uphill to the right, but to the left is what appears to be a narrow level path through the wood. It is actually a section of the Carlton water race, constructed in 1759 and running 7 miles from reliable water sources above Bilsdale [in SE5895] on the moor and contouring around the scarp slope to eventually reach the village of Carlton on the limestone plateau. The engineer was Joseph Foord of Kirkbymoorside, and he was responsible for a series of cleverly constructed water channels that brought water from the moors to the limestone villages and farms. At this point the channel is around 260m above sea level, having dropped some 40m from its source.

Five way junction at bottom of Helmsley Bank The point where the tarmac ends at the bottom of Helmsley Bank with forest tracks heading left, right, and ahead towards Roppa Sands. The last track is half right and is hidden by the trees - this leading to Potter House Farm.

Five way junction at bottom of Helmsley Bank

The point where the tarmac ends at the bottom of Helmsley Bank with forest tracks heading left, right, and ahead towards Roppa Sands. The last track is half right and is hidden by the trees - this leading to Potter House Farm.

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Lund Rigg Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SE6090 (Lat: 54.306406, Lng: -1.0663615)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Ryedale

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.306406,-1.0663615

Ford: yes

Intermittent: yes

Lat/Long: 54.301992/-1.06491

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 12:00; Sa 09:15

Operator: Royal Mail

Post Box Design: waggon_top

Post Box Type: lamp

Ref: YO62 456

Royal Cypher: GVIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102169

Lat/Long: 54.304957/-1.065003

Ford: yes

Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView

Lat/Long: 54.304571/-1.0667955

Telephone

Booth: K6

Check Date: 2021-06-19

Covered: booth

Listed Status: Grade II

Lat/Long: 54.3049757/-1.0650835

Fixme: continue

Lat/Long: 54.3049447/-1.0649102

Lund Farm

Place: farm

Lat/Long: 54.3065509/-1.0589067

Old Fold

Place: farm

Lat/Long: 54.3069508/-1.0719855

Barrier: stile

Lat/Long: 54.3062584/-1.0604111

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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