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The Moor

Downs, Moorland in Flintshire

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The Moor

Basingwerk Abbey
Basingwerk Abbey Credit: Chris Andrews

The Moor is a vast expanse of moorland located in Flintshire, Wales. Spanning across an impressive area, this natural landscape boasts stunning scenic views and unique ecological features. The moorland is characterized by its undulating terrain, covered in a carpet of heather, gorse, and grasses, creating a rich tapestry of colors that change with the seasons.

The Moor is a haven for wildlife, providing a home to a diverse range of species. Bird enthusiasts will be delighted to spot a variety of feathered friends, such as curlews, meadow pipits, and skylarks. The area is also home to several raptors, including buzzards and kestrels, which can be observed soaring majestically in the sky.

The Moor is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering ample opportunities for walking, hiking, and nature exploration. There are numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquil surroundings and enjoy the breathtaking views. For those seeking a longer adventure, the moorland is situated close to the Clwydian Range and Snowdonia National Park, offering the possibility of extended hikes and exploration of the surrounding areas.

This picturesque landscape is not only visually stunning but also holds historical significance. The Moor is dotted with ancient burial mounds and standing stones, serving as a reminder of the area's rich heritage and the people who once called it home.

The Moor in Flintshire is a true gem for nature enthusiasts, providing a unique opportunity to explore a vast expanse of moorland, soak in the beauty of the surroundings, and encounter a wide range of wildlife.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.28467/-3.2291887 or Grid Reference SJ1877. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Basingwerk Abbey
Basingwerk Abbey
St Peter's Church, Holywell A modern, multi-purpose church building. The grid-line bisects the church and only the left-hand side of the building is in the square.
St Peter's Church, Holywell
A modern, multi-purpose church building. The grid-line bisects the church and only the left-hand side of the building is in the square.
St Winefride's Chapel View from south in 1980.
St Winefride's Chapel
View from south in 1980.
Cruck frame in cottage at Basingwerk Abbey More recent photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2282125">SJ1977 : Ruined cottages at Basingwerk Abbey</a> indicate that this structure no longer survives.
Cruck frame in cottage at Basingwerk Abbey
More recent photograph SJ1977 : Ruined cottages at Basingwerk Abbey indicate that this structure no longer survives.
Basingwerk Abbey Chapter House on left and Dorter on the right in 1980.
Basingwerk Abbey
Chapter House on left and Dorter on the right in 1980.
St Winefride's Well & Chapel in 1995 View from the north
St Winefride's Well & Chapel in 1995
View from the north
Basingwerk Abbey Remains View east over the cloisters
Basingwerk Abbey Remains
View east over the cloisters
Railway Museum, Greenfield Heritage Park This museum in a warehouse by the former lower cotton mill houses a pair of Robey stationary steam engines. The smaller is associated with a pop bottling plant and is steamed from this boiler. The boiler is based on a Coltman vertical boiler but was built in the 1990s by Israel Newton of Idle, Bradford. The safety valve lifts at 80 psi but it usually runs at about 60 psi. There is also a Worthington Simpson duplex boiler feed pump.
Railway Museum, Greenfield Heritage Park
This museum in a warehouse by the former lower cotton mill houses a pair of Robey stationary steam engines. The smaller is associated with a pop bottling plant and is steamed from this boiler. The boiler is based on a Coltman vertical boiler but was built in the 1990s by Israel Newton of Idle, Bradford. The safety valve lifts at 80 psi but it usually runs at about 60 psi. There is also a Worthington Simpson duplex boiler feed pump.
Greenfield Heritage Park - steam engine This inverted vertical single cylinder engine drives a reconstructed pop bottling plant on the first floor of the Railway Museum that is open one Sunday a month in the season. It was built by Robey of Lincoln in 1931 as No. 46005 and used at Wrexham Technical College. As befits a teaching engine it has an adjustable Meyer slide valve. It was running at 108 rpm and taking steam at about 60 psi. It lives in a wooden 'hut' with a glass window in front of the engine. This view is through the door with the help of the friendly volunteers on site. Because it used a mixture of time and flash the engine appears to have two crossheads.
Greenfield Heritage Park - steam engine
This inverted vertical single cylinder engine drives a reconstructed pop bottling plant on the first floor of the Railway Museum that is open one Sunday a month in the season. It was built by Robey of Lincoln in 1931 as No. 46005 and used at Wrexham Technical College. As befits a teaching engine it has an adjustable Meyer slide valve. It was running at 108 rpm and taking steam at about 60 psi. It lives in a wooden 'hut' with a glass window in front of the engine. This view is through the door with the help of the friendly volunteers on site. Because it used a mixture of time and flash the engine appears to have two crossheads.
Greenfield Heritage Park - steam engine This is in the Railway Museum that is open once a month in season. It is a Robey horizontal cross compound the was used at the Ruby Brick & Tile Co at Rhydymwyn, Flintshire. It was built in 1903 as serial Nos. 22825-6 and has drop steam valves and grid iron sliding exhaust valves. The cylinders are 13.5" and 21.5" x 2'6" stroke. The flywheel is 11' diameter. As re-erected it is missing a few minor parts - eccentrics, lubricators and handrails for example. This is an interesting survival and it deserves to be much better known. I only learnt about it just before Covid-19 struck and it took me a while to get round to it because of that.
Greenfield Heritage Park - steam engine
This is in the Railway Museum that is open once a month in season. It is a Robey horizontal cross compound the was used at the Ruby Brick & Tile Co at Rhydymwyn, Flintshire. It was built in 1903 as serial Nos. 22825-6 and has drop steam valves and grid iron sliding exhaust valves. The cylinders are 13.5" and 21.5" x 2'6" stroke. The flywheel is 11' diameter. As re-erected it is missing a few minor parts - eccentrics, lubricators and handrails for example. This is an interesting survival and it deserves to be much better known. I only learnt about it just before Covid-19 struck and it took me a while to get round to it because of that.
Greenfield Heritage Park - steam engine This is in the Railway Museum that is open once a month in season. It is a Robey horizontal cross compound that was used at the Ruby Brick & Tile Co at Rhydymwyn, Flintshire. It was built in 1903 as serial Nos. 22825-6 and has drop steam valves and grid iron sliding exhaust valves. The cylinders are 13.5" and 21.5" x 2'6" stroke. The flywheel is 11' diameter. As re-erected it is missing a few minor parts - eccentrics, lubricators and handrails for example. This is an interesting survival and it deserves to be much better known. I only learnt about it just before Covid-19 struck and it took me a while to get round to it because of that.
Greenfield Heritage Park - steam engine
This is in the Railway Museum that is open once a month in season. It is a Robey horizontal cross compound that was used at the Ruby Brick & Tile Co at Rhydymwyn, Flintshire. It was built in 1903 as serial Nos. 22825-6 and has drop steam valves and grid iron sliding exhaust valves. The cylinders are 13.5" and 21.5" x 2'6" stroke. The flywheel is 11' diameter. As re-erected it is missing a few minor parts - eccentrics, lubricators and handrails for example. This is an interesting survival and it deserves to be much better known. I only learnt about it just before Covid-19 struck and it took me a while to get round to it because of that.
Greenfield Heritage Park - pop bottling plant This railway museum includes this steam driven pop bottling plant. The steam engine is in the background and can be seen through a window. It is an inverted vertical single cylinder by Robey and was built in 1931. The bottling plant was relocated from a local works and joined up with the engine by Flintshire County Council. The museum is now run by volunteers.
Greenfield Heritage Park - pop bottling plant
This railway museum includes this steam driven pop bottling plant. The steam engine is in the background and can be seen through a window. It is an inverted vertical single cylinder by Robey and was built in 1931. The bottling plant was relocated from a local works and joined up with the engine by Flintshire County Council. The museum is now run by volunteers.
Greenfield Heritage Park - pop bottling plant This shows the bottle filling and carbonation plant. The caps/corks were fitted in another machine. The machinery is driven by belts from an overhead lineshaft turned by a Robey steam engine. This museum only opens on the last Sunday of the month in the season and has little presence on the internet.
Greenfield Heritage Park - pop bottling plant
This shows the bottle filling and carbonation plant. The caps/corks were fitted in another machine. The machinery is driven by belts from an overhead lineshaft turned by a Robey steam engine. This museum only opens on the last Sunday of the month in the season and has little presence on the internet.
Greenfield Heritage Park - steam pump This railway and industrial museum was open and the steam powered pop bottling equipment was running (but not actually bottling). Next to the vertical boiler was this recently refurbished horizontal duplex non-rotative steam pump that was awaiting plumbing in. It is a Worthington-Simpson, serial No. 5110521 with cylinders 3" x 2" x 3".
Greenfield Heritage Park - steam pump
This railway and industrial museum was open and the steam powered pop bottling equipment was running (but not actually bottling). Next to the vertical boiler was this recently refurbished horizontal duplex non-rotative steam pump that was awaiting plumbing in. It is a Worthington-Simpson, serial No. 5110521 with cylinders 3" x 2" x 3".
Greenfield Heritage Park - Railway Museum This building is a warehouse adjoining the Lower Cotton Mill and house a railway museum with other industrial elements including a steam powered pop bottling plant and a Robey engine from a brickworks.
Greenfield Heritage Park - Railway Museum
This building is a warehouse adjoining the Lower Cotton Mill and house a railway museum with other industrial elements including a steam powered pop bottling plant and a Robey engine from a brickworks.
St Winefride's Well, Holywell A religious site popular with European Roman Catholics. There is an outdoor bathing pool but this indoor well within St Winefride's Chapel is strictly not for bathing. You can see the water rising within it.
St Winefride's Well, Holywell
A religious site popular with European Roman Catholics. There is an outdoor bathing pool but this indoor well within St Winefride's Chapel is strictly not for bathing. You can see the water rising within it.
St James's Church, Holywell The edge of St Winefride's Chapel is seen on the left.
St James's Church, Holywell
The edge of St Winefride's Chapel is seen on the left.
Holway Level Mine, Holywell This is the entrance to the Holway Level, a two mile tunnel that lead to one of the most productive lead mines in Britain. The Level drained the water from the mine and also allowed the ore to be brought out by boat. The tunnel was developed into a tourist attraction in 1788. The galena in the mine contained up to 80% lead and 12% silver. Since 1917 this level has supplied St Winefride's well as the original supply was interrupted by the construction of the Milwr Tunnel.
Holway Level Mine, Holywell
This is the entrance to the Holway Level, a two mile tunnel that lead to one of the most productive lead mines in Britain. The Level drained the water from the mine and also allowed the ore to be brought out by boat. The tunnel was developed into a tourist attraction in 1788. The galena in the mine contained up to 80% lead and 12% silver. Since 1917 this level has supplied St Winefride's well as the original supply was interrupted by the construction of the Milwr Tunnel.
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The Moor is located at Grid Ref: SJ1877 (Lat: 53.28467, Lng: -3.2291887)

Unitary Authority: Flintshire

Police Authority: North Wales

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