Church Green

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Church Green

The long straight wall [remains of] The 1:25000 OS map shows a ruler straight drystone wall across the moor here running almost due S-N, but the reality is that there is more gap than wall and the local Swaledale sheep are able to wander at will from one part of the rough pasture, a mix of heather grass and rushes to another. The wall must have been fairly late, as it, along with others on High Bishopside Moor is not shown on first edition OS maps, neither is the nearby farm at Somerset House. — The long straight wall [remains of] Credit: Gordon Hatton

Church Green is a picturesque village nestled in the heart of Yorkshire, England. It is located on the edge of the Yorkshire Downs and surrounded by vast expanses of moorland. The village is known for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The village itself is characterized by charming stone cottages with well-manicured gardens, giving it a quintessentially English feel. The focal point of Church Green is its historic church, which dates back several centuries and serves as a reminder of the village's rich heritage.

Surrounded by rolling hills and verdant valleys, Church Green offers an abundance of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy. Hiking and cycling trails crisscross the landscape, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The moorland, in particular, is renowned for its unique wildlife and flora, including heather and rare bird species.

The village is also home to a small but vibrant community, with a handful of local shops, cafes, and pubs. These establishments provide a warm welcome to both locals and tourists alike, serving up traditional Yorkshire fare and ales.

Overall, Church Green is a haven for those seeking a peaceful and idyllic escape. Its natural beauty, rich history, and friendly community make it a truly special place to visit in Yorkshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.085548/-1.7492956 or Grid Reference SE1665. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The long straight wall [remains of]

The 1:25000 OS map shows a ruler straight drystone wall across the moor here running almost due S-N, but the reality is that there is more gap than wall and the local Swaledale sheep are able to wander at will from one part of the rough pasture, a mix of heather grass and rushes to another. The wall must have been fairly late, as it, along with others on High Bishopside Moor is not shown on first edition OS maps, neither is the nearby farm at Somerset House.

Gordon Hatton

The Crown Inn yard

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Riverside path

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Glasshouses Mill

Former large flax mill located beside the River Nidd. Much has changed since my last visit, where there was an air of dilapidation about the place. The buildings have seen major sympathetic renovation, and conversion into apartments and living accommodation. Grade II Listed. SE1764 : The Mill, Glasshouses

Chris Heaton

Glasshouses Mill Dam

Created out of the River Nidd in the 1850's, to supply water to the Glasshouses Flax Mill - just downstream from here. The mill has now been converted into living accommodation, while the artificial lake is the preserve of water fowl and the odd angler.

Chris Heaton

Footpath heading towards Glasshouses

Follows the River Nidd from Pateley Bridge - at this point sandwiched between a redundant mill race and a fish farm.

Chris Heaton

Fellbeck, Cliff Grange Farm

This is a west facing roadside wall of a long agricultural building of Cliff Grange Farm. There is a benchmark cut into the cornerstone at the extreme right of this building.

Mel Towler

Fellbeck, Cliff Grange Farm

A wider angle showing the west facing roadside wall of a long agricultural building of Cliff Grange Farm. There is a benchmark cut into the cornerstone at the extreme right of this building, adjacent to this dry stone wall.

Mel Towler

The Village Green, Bewerley

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Pateley Bridge buildings [1]

Numbers 9 and 11 High Street are two shops with flats above. Built in the mid 18th century of squared, coursed stone under a stone slate roof. The left shopfront is late 19th century, the right shopfront is 20th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [2]

The Crown Hotel, number 19 High Street, was built in the early 19th century. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with ashlar dressings under a tile roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [3]

Formerly a coaching inn with stabling for 15 horses, Talbot House now offers tearooms and bed and breakfast accommodation. Built in the early 18th century of squared, coursed stone with freestone dressings, all under a stone slate roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [4]

Originally one house, this is now three shops, numbers 35, 37 and 39 High Street. Built in the 17th century with alterations in the 18th century and later. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with freestone dressings, under a stone slate roof. The bay window on the left is 20th century, as is the shopfront on the right. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [5]

Numbers 45 and 47 High Street are a shop and house, now in separate occupations. Built in the mid 18th century with 20th century alterations. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with ashlar dressings, under a stone slate roof. The shopfront is early 20th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [6]

The Pateley Club, number 42 High Street, was built as the George and Dragon public house and is dated 1664 with 18th and 19th century alterations. Ale was brewed on the site in 1777 the building became the brewery manager's house. After a time as the Conservative Club, it is now the Pateley Club. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with freestone dressings under a stone slate roof. The canted bay windows are 19th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [7]

This house and shop at number 8 High Street was built in the early 19th century. Constructed of ashlar under a Welsh slate roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge features [1]

This well was originally erected in 1852 on Ripon Road and was known as Souter Well. Moved to its present position in the 1970s and now known as Fox's Head Well. Built of stone with a stone trough with cast-iron fox's head spout above. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [8]

This building which is now the Playhouse began life as a Primitive Methodist Chapel in 1859. When the Methodists united in the mid 1930s the Salvation Army bought the building and used it as their citadel until the late 1950s. Purchased by the Pateley Bridge Dramatic Society it has since been converted into a 73 seat theatre. Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.

Michael Dibb

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Church Green is located at Grid Ref: SE1665 (Lat: 54.085548, Lng: -1.7492956)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire