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Long Moor

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire South Lakeland

England

Long Moor

Walking path beside coniferous plantation The walkers are descending on a track over moorland into Garsdale following an ascent to Aye Gill Pike.
Walking path beside coniferous plantation Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Long Moor is a picturesque area located in Yorkshire, England, known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse landscape. Situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Downs, Long Moor covers vast expanses of moorland, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The moorland of Long Moor is characterized by its rolling hills, heather-covered landscapes, and scattered patches of woodland. The area is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna, with an abundance of wildlife including birds such as curlews, lapwings, and grouse. The moorland provides a unique and tranquil setting, ideal for hiking, birdwatching, and photography.

Long Moor is also known for its historic importance, with ancient monuments and archaeological sites scattered throughout the area. These include burial mounds, stone circles, and remnants of Bronze Age settlements, providing a fascinating insight into the region's past.

The surrounding towns and villages offer a range of amenities and attractions for visitors to enjoy. From charming country pubs serving traditional Yorkshire cuisine to quaint shops selling local produce and crafts, there is something for everyone in this idyllic part of Yorkshire.

Whether exploring the moorland on foot, taking in the breathtaking views, or delving into the area's rich history, Long Moor offers a unique and unforgettable experience for all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.30328/-2.4759019 or Grid Reference SD6989. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Walking path beside coniferous plantation The walkers are descending on a track over moorland into Garsdale following an ascent to Aye Gill Pike.
Walking path beside coniferous plantation
The walkers are descending on a track over moorland into Garsdale following an ascent to Aye Gill Pike.
Old milestone The Hawes 13 milestone on the A684 has its back to a drystone wall near Nether House on the south side of the road. 615 of these milestones were set up for the West Riding County Council in 1893/94 not long after the formation of County Councils. Gill and Frank Stead, stonemasons, of Mirfield won the contract which stated that the work had to be done in 12 months or they would incur a penalty. Considering the size of the West Riding that was a tremendous feat but they succeeded. The WRCC didn't always have stones erected on old tollroads. They wanted to promote new trade routes. It is Grade II listed 1384039.
Old milestone
The Hawes 13 milestone on the A684 has its back to a drystone wall near Nether House on the south side of the road. 615 of these milestones were set up for the West Riding County Council in 1893/94 not long after the formation of County Councils. Gill and Frank Stead, stonemasons, of Mirfield won the contract which stated that the work had to be done in 12 months or they would incur a penalty. Considering the size of the West Riding that was a tremendous feat but they succeeded. The WRCC didn't always have stones erected on old tollroads. They wanted to promote new trade routes. It is Grade II listed 1384039.
Ellers barn A grade II listed barn (list entry 1383860). The farmhouse beyond <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3629842">SD6788 : The farm at Ellers</a>, not clearly visible in this photo, is also listed (1383859).
Ellers barn
A grade II listed barn (list entry 1383860). The farmhouse beyond SD6788 : The farm at Ellers, not clearly visible in this photo, is also listed (1383859).
Footbridge over the river Dee at Ellers This is the small river Dee in Cumbria, not the better known larger rivers of that name in Cheshire or Aberdeen. The bridge is close to Ellers Farm <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2674190">SD6788 : Ellers, lower Dentdale</a>, so I presume it was intended primarily for their use, but it is on a public footpath. Quite a long single span (c.15m) for a straight (not arched) wooden footbridge.
Footbridge over the river Dee at Ellers
This is the small river Dee in Cumbria, not the better known larger rivers of that name in Cheshire or Aberdeen. The bridge is close to Ellers Farm SD6788 : Ellers, lower Dentdale, so I presume it was intended primarily for their use, but it is on a public footpath. Quite a long single span (c.15m) for a straight (not arched) wooden footbridge.
Valley of Holebeck Gill The shallow, upper valley of Holebeck Gill heading north to where it will meet the Clough River which drains Garsdale. The Howgill Fells are in the distance beyond both the Clough River and the River Rawthey.
Valley of Holebeck Gill
The shallow, upper valley of Holebeck Gill heading north to where it will meet the Clough River which drains Garsdale. The Howgill Fells are in the distance beyond both the Clough River and the River Rawthey.
Ford at Ellers The previous day the road here was flooded for 150 metres but today this ford on the River Dee is visible but not passable.
Ford at Ellers
The previous day the road here was flooded for 150 metres but today this ford on the River Dee is visible but not passable.
Barth Bridge Carrying the Dent to Sedbergh road over the River Dee
Barth Bridge
Carrying the Dent to Sedbergh road over the River Dee
The Dales Way in Dentdale The slopes of Combe Scar in the distance
The Dales Way in Dentdale
The slopes of Combe Scar in the distance
The Dales Way alongside the River Dee
The Dales Way alongside the River Dee
The River Dee, Dentdale
The River Dee, Dentdale
The River Dee below the footbridge at Ellers, Dentdale
The River Dee below the footbridge at Ellers, Dentdale
Barth Bridge over River Dee On the left is a sign and a gap in the wall for the Dales Way which follows the riverbank
Barth Bridge over River Dee
On the left is a sign and a gap in the wall for the Dales Way which follows the riverbank
The road to Helmside The road from Dent to Helmside follows the riverbank until this point, where it turns to the north to run along the bank of Helmside Holme stream, on the edge of the flood plain of the River Dee. In the distance is the distinctive summit of Helms Knott
The road to Helmside
The road from Dent to Helmside follows the riverbank until this point, where it turns to the north to run along the bank of Helmside Holme stream, on the edge of the flood plain of the River Dee. In the distance is the distinctive summit of Helms Knott
Cottage near Mire House
Cottage near Mire House
Valley of River Dee near Craggs Farm Here there is marsh in the valley and a stream that runs close to the edge of the sloping field
Valley of River Dee near Craggs Farm
Here there is marsh in the valley and a stream that runs close to the edge of the sloping field
Footbridge over the River Dee At Ellers.
Footbridge over the River Dee
At Ellers.
Ford across the River Dee At Ellers, just above the footbridge. A convenient start for a walk up the Dales Way to Dent returning on the opposite bank to the footbridge.
Ford across the River Dee
At Ellers, just above the footbridge. A convenient start for a walk up the Dales Way to Dent returning on the opposite bank to the footbridge.
Cattle grazing in Dentdale Combe Scar up above.
Cattle grazing in Dentdale
Combe Scar up above.
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Long Moor is located at Grid Ref: SD6989 (Lat: 54.30328, Lng: -2.4759019)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Located within 500m of 54.30328,-2.4759019
Long Moor
Natural: moor
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 54.3042491/-2.4711115
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Barrier: stile
Material: stone
Source: survey;gps
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 54.3003226/-2.4734906
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Barrier: stile
Material: stone
Source: survey;gps
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 54.3004301/-2.4745227
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Hiking: yes
Information: guidepost
Source: GPS survey
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.3002996/-2.4734446
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Hiking: yes
Information: guidepost
Source: GPS survey
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.3033194/-2.4707457
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