Kirklees Park

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire

England

Kirklees Park

Hartshead Moor Services, M62 Credit: Ian S

Kirklees Park is a vast and picturesque area located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Known for its stunning landscapes, the park encompasses a combination of downs and moorland, offering visitors a diverse and captivating natural environment to explore.

Covering an expansive area, Kirklees Park is home to rolling hills, lush green meadows, and wide open spaces, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. The park's downs are characterized by their gentle slopes and expansive grassland, providing a perfect setting for leisurely walks or picnics amidst breathtaking scenery.

In addition to its downs, Kirklees Park also boasts extensive moorland, which adds a rugged and wild element to the landscape. Moorland areas are characterized by their wet and peat-rich soil, heather-covered hills, and scattered clusters of trees. This unique combination of downs and moorland creates a diverse habitat that supports a variety of plant and animal species.

Visitors to Kirklees Park can enjoy a range of activities, including hiking, cycling, birdwatching, and wildlife spotting. The park's well-maintained trails offer panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, and its tranquil atmosphere provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Overall, Kirklees Park is a natural treasure in Yorkshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of the downs and moorland landscapes. Whether seeking adventure or simply a place to unwind, this picturesque park is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Kirklees Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.694728/-1.739778 or Grid Reference SE1722. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hartshead Moor Services, M62

Ian S

Dumb Steeple near Cooper Bridge

SMJ

Junction 25, M62 eastbound

Ian S

The M62 eastbound at junction 25 on ramp

Ian S

Railway boundary stone at the Anchor Pit canal lock, Bradley

One of a series of at least four stones erected by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway, who presumably owned the land between the railway and the canal.

Humphrey Bolton

Railway boundary stone at the Anchor Pit canal lock, Bradley

One of a series of at least four stones erected by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway, who presumably owned the land between the railway and the canal. This view shows the towpath alongside the lock. For close view see SE1521 : Railway boundary stone at the Anchor Pit canal lock, Bradley.

Humphrey Bolton

Canal milestone and railway boundary stone, Bradley

The boundary stone is one of a series of at least four erected by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway, who presumably owned the land between the railway and the canal, now woodland. The milestone indicates 14 miles from Fall Ing (Wakefield).

Humphrey Bolton

Canal milestone and railway boundary stone, Bradley

Humphrey Bolton

Railway boundary stone, Bradley

One of a series of at least four stones erected by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway, who presumably owned the land between the railway and the canal, now woodland.

Humphrey Bolton

Railway boundary stone, Bradley

One of a series of at least four stones erected by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway, who presumably owned the land between the railway and the canal, now woodland.

Humphrey Bolton

Railway boundary stone, Bradley

One of a series of at least four stones erected by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway, who presumably owned the land between the railway and the canal, now woodland.

Humphrey Bolton

Railway boundary stone on the canal towpath, Bradley -

One of a series of at least four stones erected by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway, who presumably owned the land between the railway and the canal, now woodland.

Humphrey Bolton

Brearley Bridge

This crosses the canal, giving access to an island between the canal (the Kirklees Cut of the Calder and Hebble Navigation) and the River Calder.

Humphrey Bolton

Railway bridges over the River Calder, Bradley

The stone bridge is no doubt the original bridge of c.1840.

Humphrey Bolton

Traffic lights at the A62 junction

SMJ

The Northern Belle

A special rail tour called The Northern Belle was captured at Colnebridge in West Yorkshire with two preserved diesel class 47 locomotives. The leading locomotive newly painted in colours for the special rail tour. The Standedge trans-pennine line splits at this point to join onto the Calder Valley line.

Martin Wood

Bradley Hall railway crossing

Preserved diesel locomotive 47580 "The County of Essex" is pictured passing a derelict farm by the crossing on the Bradley Loop railway line. This loop links the main Huddersfield line with the Calder valley line. The train was on a special Compass rail tour on the 7th May 2011.

Martin Wood