Adel Head

Landscape Feature in Yorkshire

England

Adel Head

Harewood House The southern gateway to Harewood House stands next to Millfield Farm on the main Leeds to Harrogate road.
Harewood House Credit: Mick Melvin

Adel Head is a prominent landscape feature located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated near the village of Adel, it is a distinctive hill that forms part of the larger Leeds Ridge. Adel Head stands at an elevation of approximately 175 meters above sea level, offering commanding views of the surrounding countryside.

The landscape of Adel Head is characterized by its rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense woodland. It is an area of great natural beauty, attracting visitors who enjoy hiking, walking, and birdwatching. The hill is particularly well-known for its diverse flora and fauna, with several rare plant species and a variety of bird species making their home in the area.

The summit of Adel Head offers panoramic views of the nearby Adel village, as well as the city of Leeds in the distance. On clear days, one can even catch a glimpse of the Pennines, a range of hills stretching across northern England. This vantage point also provides an excellent opportunity for photography enthusiasts to capture the stunning landscape.

Adel Head is not only a popular destination for nature lovers but also holds historical significance. The hill is believed to have been an ancient settlement site, with archaeological evidence suggesting human activity dating back to the Iron Age. Today, remnants of ancient earthworks and burial mounds can still be seen, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the landscape.

Overall, Adel Head in Yorkshire is a captivating landscape feature that combines natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical interest. It stands as a testament to the rich and diverse landscape of the region, attracting visitors from near and far.

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Adel Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.863369/-1.5507326 or Grid Reference SE2940. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Harewood House The southern gateway to Harewood House stands next to Millfield Farm on the main Leeds to Harrogate road.
Harewood House
The southern gateway to Harewood House stands next to Millfield Farm on the main Leeds to Harrogate road.
Eccup Reservoir Eccup reservoir has a viewing platform where many people enjoy watching the Red Kites
Eccup Reservoir
Eccup reservoir has a viewing platform where many people enjoy watching the Red Kites
Entrance to Leeds Grammar School, Alwoodley Gates The beginning of the drive from the school gate, Leeds Grammar School, Alwoodley Gates, Leeds looking east towards the buildings which are in the next square.
Entrance to Leeds Grammar School, Alwoodley Gates
The beginning of the drive from the school gate, Leeds Grammar School, Alwoodley Gates, Leeds looking east towards the buildings which are in the next square.
Sandmoor Golf Club, Alwoodley Lane, Leeds The main entrance, on the north side of Alwoodley Lane.
Sandmoor Golf Club, Alwoodley Lane, Leeds
The main entrance, on the north side of Alwoodley Lane.
High Wood from Eccup reservoir dam Looking west from the dam.  From this spot you are very likely to see red kite.
High Wood from Eccup reservoir dam
Looking west from the dam. From this spot you are very likely to see red kite.
Eccup Reservoir
Eccup Reservoir
Eccup Reservoir (?) Don't dive from the board
Eccup Reservoir (?)
Don't dive from the board
Dead tree Backed up by the water works at Eccup Reservoir
Dead tree
Backed up by the water works at Eccup Reservoir
Herd Farm Tucked away in the valley below Eccup Reservoir and hidden by the waterworks it only really shows itself from the middle of dam head.
Herd Farm
Tucked away in the valley below Eccup Reservoir and hidden by the waterworks it only really shows itself from the middle of dam head.
Path and ditch by Eccup Reservoir The reservoir is on the left behind the fence which runs all along the southern side. On the right is Sandmoor Golf Club and the former site of Alwoodley Old Hall, which was demolished in 1969. A picture from 1950 is on the Leodis archive <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.leodis.net/display.aspx?resourceIdentifier=20021010_98472232" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.leodis.net/display.aspx?resourceIdentifier=20021010_98472232">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Turn round and continue the walk round the reservoir with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/394603">SE2941 : Eccup Reservoir in spring</a>
Path and ditch by Eccup Reservoir
The reservoir is on the left behind the fence which runs all along the southern side. On the right is Sandmoor Golf Club and the former site of Alwoodley Old Hall, which was demolished in 1969. A picture from 1950 is on the Leodis archive LinkExternal link Turn round and continue the walk round the reservoir with SE2941 : Eccup Reservoir in spring
Path between the Golf Course and Reservoir A long straight (and rather boring) stretch of the path. When you get to the corner look back at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/394611">SE3041 : Path and ditch by Eccup Reservoir</a>
Path between the Golf Course and Reservoir
A long straight (and rather boring) stretch of the path. When you get to the corner look back at SE3041 : Path and ditch by Eccup Reservoir
Bridge to Sandmoor Golf Course Over the ditch from the footpath by Eccup Reservoir. Don't cross it, but follow <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/394616">SE3041 : Path between the Golf Course and Reservoir</a>
Bridge to Sandmoor Golf Course
Over the ditch from the footpath by Eccup Reservoir. Don't cross it, but follow SE3041 : Path between the Golf Course and Reservoir
Going round the corner Looking back along the path as it rounds the corner to go round the inlet between Sandmoor Golf Course (this side) and Wigton Knowle (far side).
Turn round to follow the path to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/394622">SE3041 : Bridge to Sandmoor Golf Course</a>
Going round the corner
Looking back along the path as it rounds the corner to go round the inlet between Sandmoor Golf Course (this side) and Wigton Knowle (far side). Turn round to follow the path to SE3041 : Bridge to Sandmoor Golf Course
End of the drain The drain along the south side of Eccup Reservoir goes into a pipe here. Carry on the circuit of Eccup Reservoir at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/394631">SE3041 : Going round the corner</a>
End of the drain
The drain along the south side of Eccup Reservoir goes into a pipe here. Carry on the circuit of Eccup Reservoir at SE3041 : Going round the corner
Inlet by Wigton Knowle, Eccup Reservoir A calm corner on a windy day.
Follow the circuit of Eccup Reservoir. Next is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/394637">SE3041 : End of the drain</a>
Inlet by Wigton Knowle, Eccup Reservoir
A calm corner on a windy day. Follow the circuit of Eccup Reservoir. Next is SE3041 : End of the drain
Path near the end of an inlet, Eccup Reservoir This runs into a small valley by Wigton Knowle, and I was expecting to a see a stream running into the reservoir, but didn't. It's probably been diverted to avoid   undesirable stuff getting into the water supply.
Continue the circuit of Eccup Reservoir at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/394641">SE3041 : Inlet by Wigton Knowle, Eccup Reservoir</a>.
Path near the end of an inlet, Eccup Reservoir
This runs into a small valley by Wigton Knowle, and I was expecting to a see a stream running into the reservoir, but didn't. It's probably been diverted to avoid undesirable stuff getting into the water supply. Continue the circuit of Eccup Reservoir at SE3041 : Inlet by Wigton Knowle, Eccup Reservoir.
Footpath between Wigton Knowle and Eccup Reservoir Much of the south side of the reservoir is a bit hidden by the fence, bushes and saplings.
Next on the circuit of Eccup Reservoir is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/394850">SE3041 : Path near the end of an inlet, Eccup Reservoir</a>
Footpath between Wigton Knowle and Eccup Reservoir
Much of the south side of the reservoir is a bit hidden by the fence, bushes and saplings. Next on the circuit of Eccup Reservoir is SE3041 : Path near the end of an inlet, Eccup Reservoir
Looking across Eccup Reservoir at the dam From the path alongside Wigton Knowle. The wire fence and bushes made it necessary to hold the camera above my head for this one.
Next go to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/394850">SE3041 : Path near the end of an inlet, Eccup Reservoir</a>
Looking across Eccup Reservoir at the dam
From the path alongside Wigton Knowle. The wire fence and bushes made it necessary to hold the camera above my head for this one. Next go to SE3041 : Path near the end of an inlet, Eccup Reservoir
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Adel Head is located at Grid Ref: SE2940 (Lat: 53.863369, Lng: -1.5507326)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Leeds

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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Nearby Locations

Alwoodley Park Adel Head

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