Lee Gate High Pasture

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire Craven

England

Lee Gate High Pasture

High Long Ridge This gently sloping broad pasture is neither high, nor long, and hardly qualifies as a ridge, but drops gently towards the dry valley above Bordley Beck which, after the odd identity change, drains into the River Aire just east of Gargrave. The hill to the right of the photo on Malham Moor has the faint remains of a settlement and field system long predating the modern walls and farms. Being on limestone, the grassland is greener as the soil is noticeably more fertile than in the immediate foreground which provides only a scant living for sheep. — High Long Ridge Credit: Andy Waddington

Lee Gate High Pasture is a picturesque area located in the heart of Yorkshire, encompassing both downs and moorland landscapes. Situated in the northern part of England, this region is renowned for its natural beauty and breathtaking vistas. The area is characterized by rolling hills, expansive meadows, and rugged terrain, creating a diverse and enchanting landscape for visitors to explore.

The downs of Lee Gate High Pasture offer wide-open spaces and panoramic views, with gentle slopes and lush greenery stretching as far as the eye can see. These downs are ideal for leisurely walks, picnics, and enjoying the tranquility of the surrounding countryside. The moorland, on the other hand, presents a more rugged and untamed environment, with heather-covered hills, rocky outcrops, and winding pathways. This part of Lee Gate High Pasture is perfect for hikers and nature enthusiasts, who can revel in the peacefulness of the moors while spotting native wildlife and bird species.

Lee Gate High Pasture is also home to an array of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, ferns, and various species of birds. The area's diverse habitats provide a sanctuary for unique and rare species, making it a haven for nature lovers and conservationists alike. Additionally, the rich history of the region is evident in the presence of ancient burial mounds and stone circles, adding an element of intrigue and mystique to the landscape.

Overall, Lee Gate High Pasture in Yorkshire offers visitors an idyllic retreat where they can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature, explore diverse landscapes, and discover the rich cultural heritage of the area.

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Lee Gate High Pasture Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.090942/-2.1128245 or Grid Reference SD9266. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

High Long Ridge

This gently sloping broad pasture is neither high, nor long, and hardly qualifies as a ridge, but drops gently towards the dry valley above Bordley Beck which, after the odd identity change, drains into the River Aire just east of Gargrave. The hill to the right of the photo on Malham Moor has the faint remains of a settlement and field system long predating the modern walls and farms. Being on limestone, the grassland is greener as the soil is noticeably more fertile than in the immediate foreground which provides only a scant living for sheep.

Andy Waddington

Limestone boulders on Tommy Low Pasture

Although there is no bedrock in evidence, the short green grass is indicative that limestone lies close to the surface here, and there are lots of limestone bouders dotted about. The nearest has clearly been used by sheep as shelter from the wind, leading to a "moat" of eroded aoil around it and showing that the soil also contains rocks other than limestone in its matrix. In the middle distance, the group of trees are Kealcup plantation on the NE side of Kealcup Hill.

Andy Waddington

Limestone boulders on Tommy High Pasture

Although the bedrock is concealed by a layer of drift, there are plenty of boulders lying about to indicate that a lot of the local geology is limestone. The one in the immediate foreground has smoothed surfaces and characteristic grooves eroded by humic acids whilst partially buried in the soil. Now exposed, lichen finds it a congenial home. In the distance are Clapham High Mark and Parson's Pulpit, where the underlying limestone is much closer to the surface and forms numerous small outcrops.

Andy Waddington

Mastiles Lane heading west

Having endured a brief spell as a mere bridleway behind the photographer, Mastiles Lane here resumes its status as a byway open to all traffic as it heads for a Roman camp and on towards the public road system near Malham Tarn.

Andy Waddington

Kealcup Laithe

The building has been very well looked after with all mod cons - guttering is not common on such buildings well away from its farm. It looks out across rough grazing below the public bridleway from Smearbottoms Lane to Bordley on the southern slopes of Kealcup Hill. The lone tree in the centre of the view is above Heber Beck within New House Farm National Nature Reserve.

Andy Waddington

Bordley Farms

The hamlet of Bordley consists mainly of two farms, Bordley Green farm (on the left) and Bordley House Farm (on the right). From the perspective of a walker passing by, the farms seem to exist to house two sets of dogs who each compete to drown out the other during one's approach and passage between the buildings. Chickens and a cockerel have no hesitation in joining the fray, so I'm sure none of the human occupants would have heard my own dog's attempts to compete. The muddy approach is by a public bridleway, which can be seen continuing between walls beyond the farms. These are by no means the only rights of way which converge here, there being another bridleway and four separate public footpaths, walkers thereupon no doubt offering many opportunities for canine choir practice.

Andy Waddington

Track leading E to Bordley House Farm, Bordley

Colin Park

Old Wayside Cross beside Mastiles Lane

Mastiles Lane Cross 3, the base of a wayside cross. Set within boundaries of Roman marching camp on the north side Mastiles Lane, east of Street Gate in Malham parish. Scheduled Monument Link

. Milestone Society National ID: YNCR_MAL03