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Langshaw Wold

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire South Lakeland

England

Langshaw Wold

Arten Gill Viaduct, 1968 On the Settle and Carlisle Line, a grade II listed structure. The train crossing, of nineteen hopper wagons and a brake van, appears to be hauled by a class 40 locomotive.
Arten Gill Viaduct, 1968 Credit: Robin Webster

Langshaw Wold is a picturesque area located in Yorkshire, England. Situated in the county of Yorkshire, it is part of the vast landscape known for its stunning downs and moorland. With an area spanning several miles, Langshaw Wold offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance.

The downs of Langshaw Wold are characterized by their rolling hills and expansive grasslands. These open spaces provide breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers. The area is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, grazing animals, and various bird species.

In addition to its downs, Langshaw Wold features vast stretches of moorland. These moorlands are characterized by their heather-covered hills, rocky outcrops, and peat bogs. Moorland wildlife, such as grouse and curlews, can often be spotted in this rugged terrain. The moorland also offers visitors the opportunity to explore ancient archaeological sites, including burial mounds and standing stones, which provide a glimpse into the area's rich history.

Langshaw Wold's location in Yorkshire means that it benefits from a mild and temperate climate, with cool summers and relatively mild winters. This makes it a year-round destination, attracting visitors who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and bird-watching.

Overall, Langshaw Wold in Yorkshire is a stunning natural landscape that offers a unique blend of downs and moorland. With its breathtaking views, diverse wildlife, and historical significance, it is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the beauty of Yorkshire.

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Langshaw Wold Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.26459/-2.3709492 or Grid Reference SD7585. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Arten Gill Viaduct, 1968 On the Settle and Carlisle Line, a grade II listed structure. The train crossing, of nineteen hopper wagons and a brake van, appears to be hauled by a class 40 locomotive.
Arten Gill Viaduct, 1968
On the Settle and Carlisle Line, a grade II listed structure. The train crossing, of nineteen hopper wagons and a brake van, appears to be hauled by a class 40 locomotive.
Allen Haw, Dentdale
Allen Haw, Dentdale
Cottages at Cowgill, Dentdale
Cottages at Cowgill, Dentdale
Fingerpost - Cowgill
Fingerpost - Cowgill
Track descending Arten Gill towards Arten Gill Viaduct
Track descending Arten Gill towards Arten Gill Viaduct
Arten Gill Viaduct
Arten Gill Viaduct
Track leading down to Stone House, Dentdale
Track leading down to Stone House, Dentdale
The Sportsman Inn, Stone House, Dentdale
The Sportsman Inn, Stone House, Dentdale
The Dales Way, east of Ewegales Bridge, Cowgill
The Dales Way, east of Ewegales Bridge, Cowgill
On the Dales Way between Rivling & Little Town, Dentdale
On the Dales Way between Rivling & Little Town, Dentdale
On the Dales Way, west of Little Town, Dentdale
On the Dales Way, west of Little Town, Dentdale
How Gill View of How Gill in Dentdale, seen from Lea Yeat Brow. In the foreground is Hill Farm and Hill View and in the middle distance is Hobsons Cottage.
How Gill
View of How Gill in Dentdale, seen from Lea Yeat Brow. In the foreground is Hill Farm and Hill View and in the middle distance is Hobsons Cottage.
Dentdale View of Dentdale seen from Lea Yeat Brow.
Dentdale
View of Dentdale seen from Lea Yeat Brow.
Lea Yeat The minor road from Dent to Newby Head crosses the River Dee at Lea Yeat. Repairs have been undertaken to the bridge parapet, on the face of which there is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark (photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7186508">SD7686 : Benchmark, Lea Yeat Bridge</a>).
Lea Yeat
The minor road from Dent to Newby Head crosses the River Dee at Lea Yeat. Repairs have been undertaken to the bridge parapet, on the face of which there is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark (photograph SD7686 : Benchmark, Lea Yeat Bridge).
Benchmark, Lea Yeat Bridge Detail of an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the east parapet of Lea Yeat Bridge. The benchmark marks a height of 223.3514m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn last verified in 1953 (location photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7186503">SD7686 : Lea Yeat</a>).
Benchmark, Lea Yeat Bridge
Detail of an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the east parapet of Lea Yeat Bridge. The benchmark marks a height of 223.3514m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn last verified in 1953 (location photograph SD7686 : Lea Yeat).
Ewegales The minor road is the route of the Dales Way long distance path.
Ewegales
The minor road is the route of the Dales Way long distance path.
Lea Yeat The signpost finial indicates Cowgill, the scattered community at the head of Dentdale that includes Lea Yeat. The finial also states Yorks.W.R. indicating that the signpost, although now in Cumbria was erected by the West Riding of Yorkshire, a county that ceased to exist in 1974. The numbers 761869 are the Ordnance Survey grid reference for the signpost’s location.
Lea Yeat
The signpost finial indicates Cowgill, the scattered community at the head of Dentdale that includes Lea Yeat. The finial also states Yorks.W.R. indicating that the signpost, although now in Cumbria was erected by the West Riding of Yorkshire, a county that ceased to exist in 1974. The numbers 761869 are the Ordnance Survey grid reference for the signpost’s location.
Narrow bridge in Dentdale Stonehouse Bridge carries a minor road over the River Dee in Dentdale; roadside warnings are given to traffic in advance alerting them to the narrow space between its parapets. Buildings at Stonehouse Farm lie beyond the bridge.
Narrow bridge in Dentdale
Stonehouse Bridge carries a minor road over the River Dee in Dentdale; roadside warnings are given to traffic in advance alerting them to the narrow space between its parapets. Buildings at Stonehouse Farm lie beyond the bridge.
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Langshaw Wold is located at Grid Ref: SD7585 (Lat: 54.26459, Lng: -2.3709492)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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