Broad Head

Landscape Feature in Yorkshire Ribble Valley

England

Broad Head

The road to Dunsop Bridge Approaching Burholme Bridge.
The road to Dunsop Bridge Credit: philandju

Broad Head is a prominent landscape feature located in the county of Yorkshire, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, near the town of Keighley. This distinctive landform is part of the Pennine Hills, a range of rugged uplands that run through the region.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 450 meters (1476 feet), Broad Head offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The feature is characterized by its gently sloping sides, which are covered in a patchwork of green fields and heather moorland. The area is known for its diverse wildlife, including birds of prey, such as kestrels and peregrine falcons, and rare species of flora and fauna.

Broad Head is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers, who flock to the area to explore its natural beauty. Numerous walking trails crisscross the landscape, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the picturesque surroundings. Additionally, the nearby village of Haworth, famous as the home of the Brontë sisters, adds to the area's cultural appeal.

The landscape of Broad Head is influenced by its location within the Pennines, which experiences a typically cool and wet climate. Rainfall is relatively high throughout the year, contributing to the lush vegetation and peat bogs found in the area. The weather can be changeable, with mist and fog often descending upon the hills, adding an air of mystery to the landscape.

In conclusion, Broad Head is a captivating landscape feature in Yorkshire, offering a stunning blend of rugged terrain, natural beauty, and cultural significance. It is a must-visit destination for those seeking a true taste of the Yorkshire countryside.

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Broad Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.932502/-2.5526528 or Grid Reference SD6348. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The road to Dunsop Bridge Approaching Burholme Bridge.
The road to Dunsop Bridge
Approaching Burholme Bridge.
Cows taking it easy Near Burholme Bridge.
Cows taking it easy
Near Burholme Bridge.
New Hey Farm View of New Hey Farm.
New Hey Farm
View of New Hey Farm.
River Hodder Aqueduct over the River Hodder.
River Hodder
Aqueduct over the River Hodder.
Mellor Knoll From a footpath near Burholme Farm.
Mellor Knoll
From a footpath near Burholme Farm.
Wild flower meadow on the bank of the Hodder Buttercups and cow parsley in bloom.
Wild flower meadow on the bank of the Hodder
Buttercups and cow parsley in bloom.
Cattle at pasture Near Hodder Bank Farm outside Dunsop Bridge. The bird is a lapwing, circling and crying, presumably because either we or the cattle are too near its nest for its comfort.
Cattle at pasture
Near Hodder Bank Farm outside Dunsop Bridge. The bird is a lapwing, circling and crying, presumably because either we or the cattle are too near its nest for its comfort.
Dry stone wall near Dunsop Bridge The hill in the right background is Mellor Knoll, and to the left, Totridge.
Dry stone wall near Dunsop Bridge
The hill in the right background is Mellor Knoll, and to the left, Totridge.
Mellor Knoll From the Whitewell to Dunsop Bridge road.
Mellor Knoll
From the Whitewell to Dunsop Bridge road.
Country lane Surrounded by farmland, close to Burholme Bridge outside Whitewell.
Country lane
Surrounded by farmland, close to Burholme Bridge outside Whitewell.
Minor road towards Longridge
Minor road towards Longridge
The road past Hodder Bank Farm
The road past Hodder Bank Farm
Cattle grid at Tunstall Ing
Cattle grid at Tunstall Ing
The winding road near Tunstall Ings Totridge fell seen in the background
The winding road near Tunstall Ings
Totridge fell seen in the background
Fresh eggs for sale at Higher Fence Wood Farmhouse
Fresh eggs for sale at Higher Fence Wood Farmhouse
Ford and footbridge at Higher Fencewood farm
Ford and footbridge at Higher Fencewood farm
Dinkling Green farmyard
Dinkling Green farmyard
Path through Felled Forest on Whitemore Evidence of the plantation having been replanted, after previous felling.
Path through Felled Forest on Whitemore
Evidence of the plantation having been replanted, after previous felling.
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Broad Head is located at Grid Ref: SD6348 (Lat: 53.932502, Lng: -2.5526528)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Ribble Valley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.932502,-2.5526528
Totridge Fell
Ele: 497
Man Made: survey_point
Natural: peak
Source: npe
Source Ele: height in feet (1629) from NPE, converted into metres
Lat/Long: 53.9334393/-2.5578459
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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