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Worsthorne Moor

Downs, Moorland in Lancashire Burnley

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Worsthorne Moor

Mill stone abandoned at Hare Stones Abandoned mill stone at Hare Stones. Cant Clough Reservoir in the distance.
Mill stone abandoned at Hare Stones Credit: Catherine Chatham

Worsthorne Moor is a beautiful expanse of open moorland located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated in the Pennines, it covers an area of approximately 1.5 square kilometers and is part of the Forest of Burnley. The moorland is characterized by its gently rolling hills, vast expanses of heather, and captivating views of the surrounding countryside.

The area is known for its unique ecosystem, which supports a variety of wildlife and plant species. Birds such as curlews, lapwings, and golden plovers are frequently spotted in the moorland, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers. The heather-covered landscape also provides a habitat for small mammals like stoats, weasels, and hares.

Worsthorne Moor is an important site for conservation and is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). It is recognized for its geological features, including exposed gritstone outcrops and peat deposits, which provide valuable insights into the area's history and geological formation.

The moorland is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of activities such as walking, hiking, and nature photography. Several trails and footpaths traverse the area, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty and experience the tranquility of the surroundings. Additionally, the moorland is intersected by a network of streams and small rivers, adding to its charm and providing opportunities for fishing and picnicking.

Overall, Worsthorne Moor is a captivating and ecologically significant landscape, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of Lancashire's countryside while also contributing to its conservation efforts.

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Worsthorne Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.769229/-2.1497502 or Grid Reference SD9030. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mill stone abandoned at Hare Stones Abandoned mill stone at Hare Stones. Cant Clough Reservoir in the distance.
Mill stone abandoned at Hare Stones
Abandoned mill stone at Hare Stones. Cant Clough Reservoir in the distance.
Boundary stone above Cant Clough Reservoir Broken boundary stone above Cant Clough Reservoir (and near Hare Stones and the Pennine Bridleway). The "W" on the BS is probably for Worsthorne Estate.
Boundary stone above Cant Clough Reservoir
Broken boundary stone above Cant Clough Reservoir (and near Hare Stones and the Pennine Bridleway). The "W" on the BS is probably for Worsthorne Estate.
Limestone Hushings Landscape On the east bank of Hurstwood Reservoir
Limestone Hushings Landscape
On the east bank of Hurstwood Reservoir
Cant Clough With the remains of Hey Laithe on the right in this view
Cant Clough
With the remains of Hey Laithe on the right in this view
The results of quarrying above Hurstwood Reservoir Scarring on the hillside viewed from Gorple Road.
The results of quarrying above Hurstwood Reservoir
Scarring on the hillside viewed from Gorple Road.
Rebuilt bridge across Shedden Clough Used by the Pennine Bridleway and the Burnley Way
Rebuilt bridge across Shedden Clough
Used by the Pennine Bridleway and the Burnley Way
Work at Middle Pasture Farm Is it renovation work?
Work at Middle Pasture Farm
Is it renovation work?
Probable old quarry for Hurstwood Reservoir From old OS maps this large gulley in the landscape appeared at the same time as the construction of Hurstwood Reservoir. There are concrete platforms and pillars in the gulley closer to the reservoir.
Probable old quarry for Hurstwood Reservoir
From old OS maps this large gulley in the landscape appeared at the same time as the construction of Hurstwood Reservoir. There are concrete platforms and pillars in the gulley closer to the reservoir.
Maiden Cross Marker Stone The history of the Maiden Cross appears to be that of one of a series of way markers along the route of the Long Causeway. This crudely inscribed stone appears to just mark the site of a missing cross and has no Historic England listing unlike Stump Cross and Mount Cross.
Maiden Cross Marker Stone
The history of the Maiden Cross appears to be that of one of a series of way markers along the route of the Long Causeway. This crudely inscribed stone appears to just mark the site of a missing cross and has no Historic England listing unlike Stump Cross and Mount Cross.
Coal Clough Wind Farm View across the Long Causeway
Coal Clough Wind Farm
View across the Long Causeway
Old Wayside Cross beside the Long Causeway Maiden Cross, a Wayside Cross in the form of a rectangular stone inscribed with a cross pattée above the words MAIDEN / CROSS. Set in front of a walled-up gateway on the southwest side of the Long Causeway opposite a car park. Cliviger parish. In 2007 it was photographed set in a gateway at the joining of walls. The gateway was walled up in September 2020, obscuring the face of the stone, but at the request of the parish council it was removed and placed on view in front of the wall in October 2020. The top of the stone had unfortunately been cut down and the inscribed cross had been cut through. In 2022 it was recut by Cliviger Parish Council and put back in situ. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.flickr.com/photos/48274996@N08/5266150850/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/48274996@N08/5266150850/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> , <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7228279" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7228279">Link</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6652096" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6652096">Link</a>. Milestone Society National ID: LABU_CLI02
Old Wayside Cross beside the Long Causeway
Maiden Cross, a Wayside Cross in the form of a rectangular stone inscribed with a cross pattée above the words MAIDEN / CROSS. Set in front of a walled-up gateway on the southwest side of the Long Causeway opposite a car park. Cliviger parish. In 2007 it was photographed set in a gateway at the joining of walls. The gateway was walled up in September 2020, obscuring the face of the stone, but at the request of the parish council it was removed and placed on view in front of the wall in October 2020. The top of the stone had unfortunately been cut down and the inscribed cross had been cut through. In 2022 it was recut by Cliviger Parish Council and put back in situ. See also LinkExternal link , Link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: LABU_CLI02
Coal Clough Wind Farm That part on Warcock Hill nearest the Long Causeway
Coal Clough Wind Farm
That part on Warcock Hill nearest the Long Causeway
Shedden Clough Limestone Hushings The landscape created by washing away surface layers to recover glacial deposits of limestone. The Pennine Bridleway is in the centre of the view
Shedden Clough Limestone Hushings
The landscape created by washing away surface layers to recover glacial deposits of limestone. The Pennine Bridleway is in the centre of the view
The Long Causeway and Cold Clough Wind Farm
The Long Causeway and Cold Clough Wind Farm
Dusk behind Coal Clough Windfarm A cloudy day when the sun was hardly visible at all, but it made an appearance behind the Rossendale hills.
Dusk behind Coal Clough Windfarm
A cloudy day when the sun was hardly visible at all, but it made an appearance behind the Rossendale hills.
Black Hameldon - northern summit!
Black Hameldon - northern summit!
Black Hameldon towards Hoof Stones Height
Black Hameldon towards Hoof Stones Height
Grey Stones Gorple Upper Reservoir to the left and the Lower Reservoir in the background
Grey Stones
Gorple Upper Reservoir to the left and the Lower Reservoir in the background
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Worsthorne Moor is located at Grid Ref: SD9030 (Lat: 53.769229, Lng: -2.1497502)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Burnley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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