Wold End Moss

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire South Lakeland

England

Wold End Moss

Gawthrop A small hamlet around a bridge over Oliver Gill.
Gawthrop Credit: Stephen Craven

Wold End Moss is a picturesque area located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated amidst the stunning Yorkshire Downs and Moorland, this region offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty and tranquility.

The landscape of Wold End Moss is characterized by rolling hills, vast expanses of open grassland, and moorland dotted with heather. The area is rich in diverse wildlife, including various bird species, such as curlews, lapwings, and skylarks, making it a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

The moss itself is a wetland area, with marshes and peat bogs that are home to a variety of rare plant species. The damp conditions provide an ideal habitat for mosses, ferns, and other moisture-loving flora. The moss is also crisscrossed by numerous streams and small rivers, further adding to its natural charm.

Visitors to Wold End Moss can enjoy a range of outdoor activities. The area offers extensive walking and hiking trails, allowing visitors to explore the stunning scenery and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Additionally, the moss provides an excellent opportunity for birdwatching, with several designated viewing areas and hides available for visitors to observe the local avian population.

Wold End Moss is a place of tranquility, where visitors can escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. With its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and abundance of outdoor activities, it is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Yorkshire.

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Wold End Moss Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.26385/-2.4788096 or Grid Reference SD6885. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gawthrop A small hamlet around a bridge over Oliver Gill.
Gawthrop
A small hamlet around a bridge over Oliver Gill.
Peas Gill House The main part of the nearer building has lost its roof and any glass in the windows, but the further building may still be in use, as evidenced by the horse nearby.
Peas Gill House
The main part of the nearer building has lost its roof and any glass in the windows, but the further building may still be in use, as evidenced by the horse nearby.
Peas Gill with small waterfall There are a few waterfalls marked on the map along the course of this steep gill, not including the small one in this photo.
Peas Gill with small waterfall
There are a few waterfalls marked on the map along the course of this steep gill, not including the small one in this photo.
Limestone outcrop above Peas Gill The line of the major Dent Fault lies a little further up the hillside, so this must represent nearly the western edge of the limestone Dales.
Limestone outcrop above Peas Gill
The line of the major Dent Fault lies a little further up the hillside, so this must represent nearly the western edge of the limestone Dales.
Lime kiln above Dentdale No longer in use but it seems to have been restored, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2313935">SD6886 : Lime Kiln near Keldishaw</a>.  The ridge in the distance is Whernside.
Lime kiln above Dentdale
No longer in use but it seems to have been restored, see SD6886 : Lime Kiln near Keldishaw. The ridge in the distance is Whernside.
Flinter Gill Outrake (track) at gate
Flinter Gill Outrake (track) at gate
Flinter Gill Outrake approaching gate and Green Lane
Flinter Gill Outrake approaching gate and Green Lane
View over toposcope beside Flinter Gill Outrake
View over toposcope beside Flinter Gill Outrake
View north along Flinter Gill Outrake
View north along Flinter Gill Outrake
Flinter Gill from Green Lane bridge
Flinter Gill from Green Lane bridge
View south along Flinter Gill from bridge on Green Lane
View south along Flinter Gill from bridge on Green Lane
Near the highest point on Barbondale Road A bleak spot on a wet November day
Near the highest point on Barbondale Road
A bleak spot on a wet November day
Start of the green lane which runs round Great Coum
Start of the green lane which runs round Great Coum
A small flat area by the Barbondale Road Parking is at a premium on this road and this offers a little space to stop.
A small flat area by the Barbondale Road
Parking is at a premium on this road and this offers a little space to stop.
Old Bridge Marker on Oliver Bridge at Gawthrop Bridge Marker at the southeast end of the parapet of Oliver Bridge, Oliver Beck, in Gawthrop. Dent parish. W R in raised lettering on adjacent faces to mark the extent of roadway adjoining the bridge that the County was obliged to maintain. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.geog.port.ac.uk/webmap/thelakes/photos/bnh63.jpg" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.geog.port.ac.uk/webmap/thelakes/photos/bnh63.jpg">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>.

Milestone Society National ID: YW_DENT07br
Old Bridge Marker on Oliver Bridge at Gawthrop
Bridge Marker at the southeast end of the parapet of Oliver Bridge, Oliver Beck, in Gawthrop. Dent parish. W R in raised lettering on adjacent faces to mark the extent of roadway adjoining the bridge that the County was obliged to maintain. See also LinkExternal link. Milestone Society National ID: YW_DENT07br
Old Bridge Marker on Oliver Bridge at Gawthrop Bridge Marker against the wall of a garage at the east end of the parapet of Oliver Bridge, Oliver Beck, Gawthrop. Dent parish. W R in raised lettering on adjacent faces to mark the extent of roadway adjoining the bridge that the County was obliged to maintain. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.geog.port.ac.uk/webmap/thelakes/photos/bnh64.jpg" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.geog.port.ac.uk/webmap/thelakes/photos/bnh64.jpg">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> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2993136" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2993136">Link</a>

Milestone Society National ID: YW_DENT04br
Old Bridge Marker on Oliver Bridge at Gawthrop
Bridge Marker against the wall of a garage at the east end of the parapet of Oliver Bridge, Oliver Beck, Gawthrop. Dent parish. W R in raised lettering on adjacent faces to mark the extent of roadway adjoining the bridge that the County was obliged to maintain. See also LinkExternal link and Link Milestone Society National ID: YW_DENT04br
Tufts of moss, Hazle Gill Combe
Tufts of moss, Hazle Gill Combe
Stream, Cragside
Stream, Cragside
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Wold End Moss is located at Grid Ref: SD6885 (Lat: 54.26385, Lng: -2.4788096)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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