Aysgarth Moor

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Aysgarth Moor

Looking towards Ivy Scar Looking towards Ivy Scar from The Straights. — Looking towards Ivy Scar Credit: T Eyre

Aysgarth Moor, located in Yorkshire, England, is a captivating and scenic area characterized by its rolling downs and vast moorland. Spanning over a considerable expanse, the moor is a haven for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and those seeking solace in the tranquility of the countryside.

The moorland of Aysgarth is known for its breathtaking beauty, with its heather-covered hills, expansive grasslands, and scattered rocky outcrops. The diverse flora and fauna found here make it an ideal habitat for a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey, such as kestrels and buzzards, as well as wild deer and rabbits.

The landscape of Aysgarth Moor is further enhanced by the presence of several picturesque waterfalls. The Aysgarth Falls, in particular, are a sight to behold, with cascading waters cutting through the limestone rock formations. These falls have served as a popular attraction for visitors for many years, drawing crowds who come to witness the sheer power and beauty of nature.

Aside from its natural wonders, Aysgarth Moor also holds historical significance. The area is home to ancient burial mounds, evidence of human occupation dating back thousands of years. These archaeological remnants offer a glimpse into the rich heritage of the region and provide an opportunity for exploration and discovery.

Overall, Aysgarth Moor, with its captivating downs, moorland, and waterfalls, offers a serene and enchanting escape from the bustling modern world, providing visitors with a chance to reconnect with nature and experience the beauty of rural Yorkshire.

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Aysgarth Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.286026/-2.0284905 or Grid Reference SD9887. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking towards Ivy Scar

Looking towards Ivy Scar from The Straights.

T Eyre

Woodhall Park

Looking towards Addleborough.

T Eyre

River Ure near Aysgarth

Looking downstream with Penhill in the distance.

T Eyre

Footbridge over the River Ure

Footbridge over the River Ure near Aysgarth.

T Eyre

Benchmark on The Old Goat House

Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at Link

Roger Templeman

The Old Goat House

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark SD9788 : Benchmark on The Old Goat House on the near corner, right hand face (behind the white gates), of the house

Roger Templeman

Barn beside track SW of Thornton Rust

The 1893 1:2500 Map indicates an Ordnance Survey benchmark levelled at 1045.9 feet above Liverpool Datum on the front of the barn at its far corner

Roger Templeman

West Beck beside the Thornton Rust sheepfold

'Here sheep wash and clipping was undertaken to wash out lanolin and ticks (and salve) from sheep fleeces before clipping. The stream was blocked at the lower end of the sheep dip site by inserting a wooden slab between the two large stone slabs (which can be seen in the photo in front of the hole in the dry stone wall) set in the stream. This created a large pool into which the sheep were driven and individually washed. This practice stopped in the early 1900s. One reason was that the wool processors realised that lanolin was a valuable product which they preferred to be left in the fleeces to process themselves'.

Luke Shaw

Ford and raised footpath over West Beck on track towards Thornton Rusk

The track passes an old stone barn SD9688 : Barn beside track SW of Thornton Rust about 50m past the gate.

Luke Shaw

Track towards Thornton Rust

Ordnance Survey records indicate that a benchmark levelled at 274.774m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1954 on a stone in the dry stone wall on the left hand side of the track 4.6m past the junction of walls on the right hand side of the track.

Roger Templeman

Track descending to Thornton Rust

The 1893 Map shows a benchmark at 946.3 feet on a rock beside the left hand side of the track at this location

Roger Templeman

Track on Thornton Rust Moor heading towards Thornton Rust

Ordnance Survey records describe a benchmark levelled at 305.684m above Newlyn Datum verified in 1954 on a boulder on the left hand side of the track here

Roger Templeman

Paths on Thornton Rust Moor

The 1893 Map shows a benchmark 1094.6 feet probably on a rock here

Roger Templeman

Gate in wall across track on Thornton Rust Moor

Ordnance Survey records indicate that a benchmark levelled at 347.423m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1954 on the wall on the left hand side of the gate

Roger Templeman

Barn in field on west side of Nipe Lane

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark SD9789 : Benchmark on stone at base of barn in Thornton Rust on a rock at the base of the barn at the junction of its two sections

Roger Templeman

Benchmark on stone at base of wall corner at NW side of footpath at Nipe End

Ordnance Survey pivot benchmark shown as levelled at 243.51m above Newlyn Datum on 1978-1979 1:2500 Map

Roger Templeman

Bend in Nipe Lane at Nipe End

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark SD9789 : Benchmark on stone at base of wall corner at NW side of footpath at Nipe End on a stone at the base of the wall at its corner in the middle of the image

Roger Templeman