New Pasture

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire Craven

England

New Pasture

Looking towards Whernside from Southerscales, Ingleborough Credit: habiloid

New Pasture, located in the heart of Yorkshire, is a picturesque countryside region renowned for its stunning landscape comprising of downs, moorland, and sprawling pastures. Situated in the northern part of England, this area offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

The downs of New Pasture are characterized by rolling hills and expansive meadows, creating an idyllic setting for farmers and nature enthusiasts alike. The fertile land supports a thriving agricultural industry, with sheep farming being particularly prominent. Visitors can witness flocks of sheep grazing peacefully, lending an authentic rural charm to the region.

The moorland in New Pasture presents a striking contrast to the downs, with its rugged terrain and heather-covered hillsides. This unique ecosystem is home to diverse wildlife, including birds of prey such as kestrels and buzzards. Hikers and nature lovers can explore the vast network of walking trails that wind through the moorland, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

In addition to its natural beauty, New Pasture boasts several quaint villages and towns that dot the landscape. These charming settlements offer a glimpse into the region's rich history and cultural heritage, with their well-preserved architecture and traditional cottages. Visitors can enjoy local cuisine in cozy pubs, browse through artisan shops, or simply soak in the peaceful ambiance of these rural communities.

Overall, New Pasture in Yorkshire is a haven for those seeking a tranquil getaway amidst stunning natural scenery. Its downs, moorland, and pastoral landscapes, combined with the warmth and charm of its local communities, make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.186257/-2.4145635 or Grid Reference SD7376. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking towards Whernside from Southerscales, Ingleborough

habiloid

St Leonard's Church, Chapel-le-Dale

The Church of St Leonard. It was used as a burial plot for the navvies, and their family members, who died whilst constructing the nearby Ribblehead Viaduct between 1869 and 1876. In all, over 200 people died during the construction from accidents and outbreaks of smallpox. Link

Brian Deegan

St. Leonard's Church Sign, Chapel-le-Dale

Stephen Armstrong

Wooden Ladder Stile & Finger Post at Chapel le Dale

This was on the B6255 Low Sleights Road, almost opposite the end of Roman Road which leads to St. Leonard's Church. This image was taken in April 2010. Google Street View from April 2011 shows the stile still there, but it had been replaced with a stone stile by August 2016. The finger post points to Ingleborough 2 miles.

Stephen Armstrong

Old milestone

Another of the West Riding CC milestones set up in 1893/94 on this section of the Lancaster to Richmond route which was in the West Riding prior to 1974. It has succumbed to the Pennine weather and, although not Listed, it deserves repainting. The foundry name is in the long rectangle on the bevel. William Towler, Globe Foundry, Leeds.

Hilary Jones

Ellerbeck Ford

This ford is found at Ellerbeck looking towards Ribblehead Viaduct.

John Walton

Towards Chapel-le-Dale from the Southerscales track

The track to Southerscales leaves the B6255 at the top of a limestone bench, and remains level as it heads southwest. The edge of the bench forms an elvated viewpoint above Chapel-le-Dale, with the distant view extending to the southern end of Scales Moor.

Andy Waddington

Causeway to the Arks across Humphrey Bottom

Humphrey Bottom is pretty boggy for a lot of the year, so repeated use by hikers heading up or down Ingleborough via the Arks (an unpleasantly steep section heading into the cloud in this view) was causing too much damage to the fragile vegetation and peat, so, whilst ugly, this long causeway was an inevitable response (adding stone to make a solid path would have been vastly expensive and done nothing to help the drainage).

Andy Waddington

Heading down the Southerscales track

Familiar to many cavers as the route to and from Meregill Hole, Black Shiver Pot, Roaring Hole and several other potholes, the track gives easy going for walkers, and somewhat more challenging progress for a Cave Rescue Landrover (usually in the dark with heavy rain - and after the pub). By the time you are here on the way down, the difficulties are largely behind you.

Andy Waddington

Whernside from Souther Scales, 1967

Descending from Ingleborough towards the Hill Inn on a fine day for the Three Peaks walk.

Jim Barton

The Hill Inn, 1967

Start and finish of a walk round the Three Peaks with two friends, taking just under 12 hours on a fine June day. The maroon and grey 1960 Ford Anglia was my first car.

Jim Barton