Mossy Moor

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire Craven

England

Mossy Moor

Yarnbury to Barden Moor Taken on Duke&#039;s New Road which connects the old smelting works with the lead mine workings and spoils at Yarnbury, Grassington, I am looking south west towards Barden Moor. Scar Top House is just discernible at the head of Slate Pit Ridge to the left of shot. — Yarnbury to Barden Moor Credit: Carroll Pierce

Mossy Moor is a picturesque and expansive area located in the heart of Yorkshire, England. Situated amidst the beautiful Yorkshire Downs, this moorland landscape boasts an array of natural wonders and is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Covered in a thick carpet of vibrant green moss, the moorland offers a serene and tranquil environment. The lush moss creates a soft and springy ground, making it a perfect spot for leisurely walks and hikes. The undulating terrain is adorned with heather, wildflowers, and scattered patches of bracken, adding a burst of color to the landscape.

The moorland is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, with rabbits, foxes, and various bird species commonly seen roaming the area. Keen birdwatchers can spot species such as curlews, lapwings, and skylarks, adding to the area's natural charm and appeal.

Mossy Moor offers breathtaking panoramic views, with rolling hills stretching as far as the eye can see. On a clear day, visitors can enjoy stunning vistas of the surrounding countryside, with its quaint villages and distant farmsteads dotting the horizon.

For those seeking a true escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, Mossy Moor provides a peaceful retreat. The tranquil atmosphere, combined with the soothing sounds of nature, creates a sense of calm and relaxation that is hard to find elsewhere.

In conclusion, Mossy Moor in Yorkshire is a captivating and idyllic moorland landscape, offering a wealth of natural and scenic beauty. Its moss-covered terrain, diverse wildlife, and panoramic views make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those in search of peace and serenity.

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Mossy Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.075562/-1.9515025 or Grid Reference SE0364. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Yarnbury to Barden Moor

Taken on Duke's New Road which connects the old smelting works with the lead mine workings and spoils at Yarnbury, Grassington, I am looking south west towards Barden Moor. Scar Top House is just discernible at the head of Slate Pit Ridge to the left of shot.

Carroll Pierce

Old mine shaft at Yarnbury

Until recently this shaft was covered by timber planks, but one appears to have decayed to the point where it has fallen in. Some plastic netting warns people not to get too close. There are thousands of these old shafts in the dales area, most of which appear to be shallow grassy bowls, but one never knows what the grass hides as there is a fair chance that there will be rotting timbers over a hidden shaft.

Gordon Hatton

Recently repaired stonework at Yarnbury

These buttresses once supported a small bridge, used to carry waste material from the nearby lead mine to a tip. The stonework had decayed over the years and the whole lot was in danger of collapse, so work has been done to consolidate the stonework some of which is now mortared using lime mortar.

Gordon Hatton

Yarnbury mining area

The scarred landscape of Grassington Moor at Yarnbury, an area once busy with lead mining. This view shows the recently repaired buttresses of a former bridge which carried tubs laden with waste material. Close by were the Beevers and Union shafts, plus a crushing and dressing floor. On the skyline is the chimney at the top end of the extensive flue system which snaked across the moor from the smelt mill.

Gordon Hatton

Old mining ground at Yarnbury

Old tips and polluted ground close to the former Beevers and Union shafts at Yarnbury. The distant ruins were part of a crushing and dressing area, but were renovated and reused in the 20thC when the area was reworked for minerals such as barytes and fluorite. Although the tips have been untouched for decades, nothing grows on them.

Gordon Hatton

Grass fields at Hebden

Looking down on small grass fields on the western edge of the village of Hebden. A few have been mown, the first stage in turning the grass into hay or silage.

Graham Robson

Weir beside Hebden Beck

Looking across a weir over which water is flowing into Hebden Beck.

Graham Robson

Hebden Methodist Church

The Methodist church in the small Wharfedale village of Hebden.

Graham Robson

Chapel Lane, Hebden

Looking along a narrow lane between houses in the Yorkshire village of Hebden.

Graham Robson

Former public toilets, Hebden

A permanently closed block of public toilets in the Yorkshire Dales village of Hebden.

Graham Robson

Gold Postbox, Hebden

The gold painted post box commemorates the gold medal won by Andrew Triggs Hodge at the Olympic Games held in London in the summer of 2012. The post box appears to have replaced a wall box in the wall of the former post office (SE0263 : Gold painted post-box, Hebden and SE0263 : Gold Post Box at Hebden Post Office). A close up of the plaque on the post box can be seen in SE0263 : Plaque on post box, Hebden.

Graham Robson

Plaque on post box, Hebden

The plaque mounted on the post box outside the former post office in Hebden. The gold post box commemorates the gold medal won by Andrew Triggs Hodge in a rowing event at the Olympic Games held in London during the summer of 2012. The plaque has been relocated to a new postbox after the closure of the village's post office. SE0263 : Gold painted post-box, Hebden. The post box the plaque is mounted on can be seen in SE0263 : Gold Postbox, Hebden.

Graham Robson