Blakeamaya Pasture

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire Craven

England

Blakeamaya Pasture

Boundary wall on Blakeamaya Foggy morning. — Boundary wall on Blakeamaya Credit: steven ruffles

Blakeamaya Pasture is a picturesque and expansive area located in the heart of Yorkshire, England. Situated between the renowned Yorkshire Downs and Moorland, this landscape offers a diverse range of natural beauty and outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy.

Covering several acres, the pasture is characterized by its rolling hills, lush greenery, and meandering streams that add to its idyllic charm. The Yorkshire Downs, with their gently sloping hills and vast open spaces, provide a stunning backdrop to the pasture. On clear days, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The Moorland, on the other hand, offers a more rugged and wild terrain. With its heather-covered hills and rocky outcrops, it presents a stark contrast to the gentle slopes of the Downs. The Moorland is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including species such as grouse, curlews, and wild ponies.

Blakeamaya Pasture is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a plethora of activities. Hiking and walking trails crisscross the landscape, allowing visitors to explore the diverse surroundings at their own pace. Birdwatchers flock to the area to observe the wide range of avian species that call the pasture home.

For those seeking a more leisurely experience, picnic spots are scattered throughout the pasture, providing an opportunity to relax and take in the breathtaking scenery. Additionally, the area is popular for horse riding, with numerous bridleways and stables available for equestrian enthusiasts.

Overall, Blakeamaya Pasture is a haven of natural beauty and outdoor adventure, offering a unique blend of Yorkshire Downs and Moorland landscapes. Whether it's exploring the rolling hills, admiring the diverse wildlife, or simply enjoying a peaceful picnic, this pastoral haven has something to offer for everyone.

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Blakeamaya Pasture Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.21664/-2.4555672 or Grid Reference SD7080. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Boundary wall on Blakeamaya

Foggy morning.

steven ruffles

Path on Green Hill

The highest spot in Lancashire.

steven ruffles

Yordas Grains, Kingsdale

Yordas Gill winds down the fellside before dropping down into Yordas Cave (out of picture, ~100m to right).

Ian Taylor

Yordas Wood, Kingsdale

Looking towards Kingsdale Head. Whernside is in the background.

Ian Taylor

Trig point on the summit of Gragareth.

Silence.

steven ruffles

Boundary wall on Gragareth.

Yorkshire to the left, Lancashire to the right.

steven ruffles

On the Gragareth ridge

Looking west towards Lunesdale in the heat haze.

John Illingworth

Work in progress

The truck has been used to carry stone and equipment up the fell to repair the collapsed part of the wall at the right. No work was actually in progress on this extremely hot day.

John Illingworth

Giant toadstool?

No, it's a peat hag. The surrounding peat has eroded down a few feet and grass has grown on top. This remaining islet of peat will slowly erode until it disappears. Middleton Fell can be seen in the distance.

John Illingworth

Ease Gill

The Gill is an interesting place to explore.The Ash trees on the rock outcrop may soon find themselves transplanted as everything slips downward along the steep edges of the Gill.

Michael Graham

Ease Gill

Following the Gill is interesting though a little rough in places.

Michael Graham

Millstone Hagg, Gragareth

At this point on the steep eastern flank of the hill large blocks of the rock appear to have slipped down a little creating fissures. This would be a tricky place in a whiteout or under snow but few people ever pass this way. The rock is millstone grit and may have been quarried (for the nearby walls?) but I saw no definite signs of this nor any actual millstones.

Karl and Ali

Moorland north of Gragareth

Looking over the great expanse of moorland at the head of Ease Gill towards Crag Hill and Middleton Fell. The shooting hut in this square is just visible on the right on the edge of the cloud-darkened moor.

Karl and Ali

Moorland ridge north of Gragareth

A long ridge extends from Gragareth over Green Hill to Great Coum. The wall on the right marks the boundary between Lancashire and North Yorkshire. The going is quite wet, but there is enough solid ground to allow good progress.

Bill Boaden

Small tarn between Gragareth and Green Hill

This is on a long moorland ridge. The land falls away into Ease Gill with Crag Hill on the other side.

Bill Boaden

Path to Green Hill

The path leads into the slight depression between Gragareth and Green Hill, following the boundary between Lancashire and North Yorkshire. There is slightly greener grass on Green Hill than anywhere else in view.

Bill Boaden