Bentley Moss

Downs, Moorland in Lancashire Rossendale

England

Bentley Moss

Rossendale Way passing a Ruined Farmhouse The upper reaches of the Ogden Valley is littered with the ruins of many buildings. — Rossendale Way passing a Ruined Farmhouse Credit: Chris Heaton

Bentley Moss, located in Lancashire, England, is a picturesque area known for its stunning downs and moorland landscapes. Situated in the heart of the county, Bentley Moss offers visitors a unique and diverse natural environment.

The downs of Bentley Moss are characterized by rolling hills covered in lush green grass, providing a perfect setting for leisurely walks and picnics. The area boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, with farmland and meadows stretching as far as the eye can see. These downs are a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, and cycling.

Adjacent to the downs, the moorland of Bentley Moss provides a contrasting landscape with its rugged and wild terrain. Blanketed with heather and bracken, the moorland offers a sense of untamed beauty. This area is home to a variety of wildlife, including rare bird species such as the golden plover and merlin. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching, nature photography, or simply immerse themselves in the tranquility of the moors.

Bentley Moss is also steeped in history, with evidence of human habitation dating back centuries. The area is dotted with ancient ruins, stone circles, and burial mounds, providing a glimpse into the region's rich past. History enthusiasts can explore these archaeological sites and learn about the fascinating stories they hold.

In summary, Bentley Moss, Lancashire, is a captivating destination renowned for its downs and moorland landscapes. Whether it's nature lovers seeking outdoor adventures or history buffs exploring ancient sites, this area has something to offer for everyone.

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Rossendale Way passing a Ruined Farmhouse The upper reaches of the Ogden Valley is littered with the ruins of many buildings.

Rossendale Way passing a Ruined Farmhouse

The upper reaches of the Ogden Valley is littered with the ruins of many buildings.

Rossendale Way below Nab Hill

A 41 mile circular high level route that roughly follows the boundary of Rossendale Borough. Yellow indicators stamped with an "RW" logo in green leads the walker around the environs of Bacup, Rawtenstall, Haslingden and Whitworth.

Approaching Plantation below Nab Hill Following the Rossendale Way long distance footpath westwards in the upper reaches of Grane Valley.

Approaching Plantation below Nab Hill

Following the Rossendale Way long distance footpath westwards in the upper reaches of Grane Valley.

Ruin in the Upper Grane Valley One of many ruins that dot the landscape that constitutes the upper reaches of the River Ogden - very little left of this one.

Ruin in the Upper Grane Valley

One of many ruins that dot the landscape that constitutes the upper reaches of the River Ogden - very little left of this one.

Descending into the Grane Valley (1) Public footpath follows the substantial wall into the head of the Grane Valley - which contains the River Ogden.

Descending into the Grane Valley (1)

Public footpath follows the substantial wall into the head of the Grane Valley - which contains the River Ogden.

Descending into the Grane Valley (2) Footpath descending into the head of the Grane Valley, although it is not visible on the ground - so attention needs to be concentrated on the map.

Descending into the Grane Valley (2)

Footpath descending into the head of the Grane Valley, although it is not visible on the ground - so attention needs to be concentrated on the map.

Footpath heading towards Broadhead Road

Footpath heading towards Broadhead Road

Track leading away from Broadhead Road The public footpath concealed and smothered by vegetation

Track leading away from Broadhead Road

The public footpath concealed and smothered by vegetation

Ruins of Peak House, Haslingden Grane Part of Grane Village, once a thriving community of over a thousand souls involved with farming, quarrying and illicit whisky distillation.
The construction of the 3 reservoirs sounded the death knell, depopulating the valley and leaving behind many ruined buildings

Ruins of Peak House, Haslingden Grane

Part of Grane Village, once a thriving community of over a thousand souls involved with farming, quarrying and illicit whisky distillation. The construction of the 3 reservoirs sounded the death knell, depopulating the valley and leaving behind many ruined buildings

Rossendale Way in Haslingden Grane The long distance footpath in the deserted ruins of Grane Village, a once thriving community depopulated after the construction of the three reservoirs.

Rossendale Way in Haslingden Grane

The long distance footpath in the deserted ruins of Grane Village, a once thriving community depopulated after the construction of the three reservoirs.

Ruins of Close Bottom, Haslingden Grane One of many ruins dotted hereabouts, that once made up the community of Grane Village.
Now abandoned and deserted, after the construction of 3 reservoirs along the River Ogden.

Ruins of Close Bottom, Haslingden Grane

One of many ruins dotted hereabouts, that once made up the community of Grane Village. Now abandoned and deserted, after the construction of 3 reservoirs along the River Ogden.

Ruins of Top o' th' Knoll, Haslingden Grane (1) Once substantial premises in the now abandoned Grane Village, passed by on the Rossendale Way.

Ruins of Top o' th' Knoll, Haslingden Grane (1)

Once substantial premises in the now abandoned Grane Village, passed by on the Rossendale Way.

Ruins of Top o' th' Knoll, Haslingden Grane (2) Part of the now deserted community of the once thriving Grane Village - a former farming, quarrying and illicit whisky distillation centre in the upper Ogden Valley

Ruins of Top o' th' Knoll, Haslingden Grane (2)

Part of the now deserted community of the once thriving Grane Village - a former farming, quarrying and illicit whisky distillation centre in the upper Ogden Valley

Grane Head In the plantations above Calf Hey Reservoir

Grane Head

In the plantations above Calf Hey Reservoir

Rossendale Way above Calf Hey Reservoir The long distance footpath in the Ogden Valley

Rossendale Way above Calf Hey Reservoir

The long distance footpath in the Ogden Valley

Calf Hey Reservoir The uppermost of three reservoirs in the Ogden Valley, as seen from the Rossendale Way.

Calf Hey Reservoir

The uppermost of three reservoirs in the Ogden Valley, as seen from the Rossendale Way.

Looking across the Ogden Valley Looking north from the Rossendale Way

Looking across the Ogden Valley

Looking north from the Rossendale Way

Ruins of Upper Heights Farm Above Ogden Reservoir, and passed by on the Rossendale Way long distance footpath are the sad abandoned remains of Upper Heights Farm

Ruins of Upper Heights Farm

Above Ogden Reservoir, and passed by on the Rossendale Way long distance footpath are the sad abandoned remains of Upper Heights Farm

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Bentley Moss is located at Grid Ref: SD7421 (Lat: 53.690639, Lng: -2.3832663)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Rossendale

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.690639,-2.3832663

Man Made: survey_point

Survey Point Structure: pillar

Lat/Long: 53.6885104/-2.3833255

Barrier: stile

Material: wood

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 53.6885282/-2.3833286

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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