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Wig Stones Allotment

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire Craven

England

Wig Stones Allotment

Stony Nick Crags Appletreewick Moor Very isolated boulders on Appletreewick Moor
Stony Nick Crags Appletreewick Moor Credit: Mick Melvin

Wig Stones Allotment is a picturesque and historic piece of land located in the heart of Yorkshire, England. Situated amidst the stunning landscape of the Yorkshire Downs and Moorland, this allotment offers a serene and idyllic setting for gardening enthusiasts.

Covering an area of approximately 5 acres, Wig Stones Allotment is divided into numerous smaller plots, each allocated to individuals or families who cultivate their own fruits, vegetables, and flowers. The allotment dates back several decades and has become a cherished community space for locals and visitors alike.

The fertile soil, abundant rainfall, and favorable climate in this region make the allotment an ideal place for growing a wide variety of crops. From potatoes and carrots to strawberries and rhubarb, the plots showcase a diverse range of produce throughout the year. Additionally, the allotment is home to a range of ornamental plants, which add beauty and color to the landscape.

Wig Stones Allotment also boasts a communal area with benches and picnic tables, providing a perfect spot for relaxation and socializing. Visitors can often be seen enjoying a cup of tea or engaging in friendly conversations with fellow gardeners. The tranquil surroundings and breathtaking views make it a popular destination for nature lovers and photographers.

Overall, Wig Stones Allotment in Yorkshire offers a unique opportunity for individuals to connect with nature, indulge in gardening activities, and be part of a vibrant community. It is a haven of calm and beauty, providing respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Wig Stones Allotment Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.095418/-1.8785148 or Grid Reference SE0866. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stony Nick Crags Appletreewick Moor Very isolated boulders on Appletreewick Moor
Stony Nick Crags Appletreewick Moor
Very isolated boulders on Appletreewick Moor
Jack Hole Moss Jack Hole Moss in the middle distance and Jack Hole Head on the horizon. More very boggy moorland, to the northeast of Grimwith reservoir.
Jack Hole Moss
Jack Hole Moss in the middle distance and Jack Hole Head on the horizon. More very boggy moorland, to the northeast of Grimwith reservoir.
Trunla Gill and Shooters Track. Looking across from the drystone wall crossing High Allotment.
Trunla Gill and Shooters Track.
Looking across from the drystone wall crossing High Allotment.
The Wig Stones. Remote rocky outcrop on Appletreewick Moor.
The Wig Stones.
Remote rocky outcrop on Appletreewick Moor.
Drystone Wall across Hazel Gill Ridge. Part of the Wigstones Allotment.
Drystone Wall across Hazel Gill Ridge.
Part of the Wigstones Allotment.
Drystone Wall on Reaps. This is where the wall crosses Reaps Dike.
Drystone Wall on Reaps.
This is where the wall crosses Reaps Dike.
Reaps. The buildings are a part of the Grimwith House farm next to Grimwith Reservoir.
Reaps.
The buildings are a part of the Grimwith House farm next to Grimwith Reservoir.
Wig Stones Swamp. Looking ENE from atop the Wig Stones.
Wig Stones Swamp.
Looking ENE from atop the Wig Stones.
Atop the Wig Stones. My (late) lunchtime view.
Atop the Wig Stones.
My (late) lunchtime view.
Wig Stones. A breakaway boulder on the S side of the Wig Stones.
Wig Stones.
A breakaway boulder on the S side of the Wig Stones.
Wig Stones. The pale brown grassy area just in front of the stones is a disused shaft, not marked on the 1:25,000. There is, however, a shaft marked beneath Little Wig Stones a few yards away in SE0766 that doesn't exist. Hmmmm.
Wig Stones.
The pale brown grassy area just in front of the stones is a disused shaft, not marked on the 1:25,000. There is, however, a shaft marked beneath Little Wig Stones a few yards away in SE0766 that doesn't exist. Hmmmm.
Drystone Wall on Long Ridge Crags. Leading up to Black Crags (I don't know why all these features are called crags as they are not really crags at all, mainly just small piles of rocks).
Drystone Wall on Long Ridge Crags.
Leading up to Black Crags (I don't know why all these features are called crags as they are not really crags at all, mainly just small piles of rocks).
Black Crag. It's not a crag at all, just a collection of rocks in the middle of nowhere.
Black Crag.
It's not a crag at all, just a collection of rocks in the middle of nowhere.
Wig Stones. Rocky Outcrop on Appletreewick Moor.
Wig Stones.
Rocky Outcrop on Appletreewick Moor.
Little Wig Stones. Small rocky outcrop just S of Wig Stones (visible behind).
Little Wig Stones.
Small rocky outcrop just S of Wig Stones (visible behind).
Drystone Wall up Hard Hill. Looking from the top of Reaps Dike.
Drystone Wall up Hard Hill.
Looking from the top of Reaps Dike.
Flies in Sunlight. This herd of flies in this inside wall corner took me by surprise at this time of year.
Flies in Sunlight.
This herd of flies in this inside wall corner took me by surprise at this time of year.
Reaps Dike. With Grimwith Reservoir in sunshine.
Reaps Dike.
With Grimwith Reservoir in sunshine.
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Wig Stones Allotment is located at Grid Ref: SE0866 (Lat: 54.095418, Lng: -1.8785148)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Craven

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

What 3 Words

///mango.swung.removed. Near Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire

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