Rushy Flat

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire

England

Rushy Flat

View north to Back Tor The rock formation on Derwent Edge is topped by a triangulation pillar.
View north to Back Tor Credit: Neil Theasby

Rushy Flat is a picturesque area located in Yorkshire, England, known for its stunning landscapes and diverse natural features. Situated amidst the Yorkshire Downs and Moorland, Rushy Flat offers visitors a unique experience of both rolling hills and rugged terrain.

The Downs of Rushy Flat are characterized by their gentle slopes and expansive vistas. These grassy hills provide a perfect setting for leisurely walks, horseback riding, and picnics. The area is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, heather, and grazing sheep.

On the other hand, the Moorland in Rushy Flat presents a more untamed and dramatic landscape. Here, visitors can immerse themselves in the vast expanses of heather-covered moors, punctuated by rocky outcrops and peat bogs. This terrain provides an excellent opportunity for hiking and birdwatching, as it is a haven for various bird species, including grouse and peregrine falcons.

The tranquility of Rushy Flat is further enhanced by its numerous streams and small waterfalls that meander through the landscape. These water features not only contribute to the scenic beauty but also provide a habitat for aquatic wildlife.

For those seeking a taste of rural life, Rushy Flat is dotted with charming villages and farmhouses, where visitors can experience the warm hospitality of the locals and sample traditional Yorkshire cuisine.

In summary, Rushy Flat, nestled amidst the Yorkshire Downs and Moorland, offers a harmonious blend of rolling hills, rugged moorlands, and idyllic villages. Its natural beauty and diverse landscapes make it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts and those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Rushy Flat Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.424784/-1.6850859 or Grid Reference SK2192. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View north to Back Tor The rock formation on Derwent Edge is topped by a triangulation pillar.
View north to Back Tor
The rock formation on Derwent Edge is topped by a triangulation pillar.
Lost Lad Path leading up to Lost Lad.
Lost Lad
Path leading up to Lost Lad.
Lost Lad View from Lost Lad looking northwest over Howden Moor.
Lost Lad
View from Lost Lad looking northwest over Howden Moor.
Back Tor View from the Salt Cellar looking along Derwent Edge, past Dovestone Tor, towards <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7649461">SK1990 : Back Tor</a>.
Back Tor
View from the Salt Cellar looking along Derwent Edge, past Dovestone Tor, towards SK1990 : Back Tor.
Approaching "Strines Inn"
Approaching "Strines Inn"
Foulstone Road It leads to Foulstone Delf and Derwent Moors. The area is under the control of Fitzwilliam Wentworth Estates - mostly for the purposes of grouse shooting.
Foulstone Road
It leads to Foulstone Delf and Derwent Moors. The area is under the control of Fitzwilliam Wentworth Estates - mostly for the purposes of grouse shooting.
Summer cloud over Foulstone Delf This moorland property is part of the Fitzwilliam-Wentworth Estates and is almost certainly connected with grouse shooting and rearing of game birds.
Summer cloud over Foulstone Delf
This moorland property is part of the Fitzwilliam-Wentworth Estates and is almost certainly connected with grouse shooting and rearing of game birds.
Looking back along Foulstone Road To Foulstone Delf - the property to the right of the track
Looking back along Foulstone Road
To Foulstone Delf - the property to the right of the track
Grouse butt No.10 on Foulstone Moor From here, during the shooting season, men with shotguns blast grouse out of the sky. They call it sport.
Grouse butt No.10 on Foulstone Moor
From here, during the shooting season, men with shotguns blast grouse out of the sky. They call it sport.
Entrance to "The Strines Inn" "The building that now houses The Strines Inn was originally a manor house built in 1275. Over the years it was extended and eventually converted into an inn in 1771." - copied from the pub's website.
Entrance to "The Strines Inn"
"The building that now houses The Strines Inn was originally a manor house built in 1275. Over the years it was extended and eventually converted into an inn in 1771." - copied from the pub's website.
Horse stone The Mortimer Road Turnpike first enacted in 1771, renewed 1792, failed by 1813.   Named after Hans Winthrop Mortimer, Lord of the Manor of Bamford.   It failed because it didn't make any money and didn't become an important route.   But it was very hilly!   Extra horses were needed and had to be paid for to help carts and carriages up very steep hills, so a stone such as this 'Take off' was placed at the top.   This one is about 30m north of the 16thC Strines Inn which is 1015ft above sea level.  
The stone is Grade II listed 1203771.
Horse stone
The Mortimer Road Turnpike first enacted in 1771, renewed 1792, failed by 1813. Named after Hans Winthrop Mortimer, Lord of the Manor of Bamford. It failed because it didn't make any money and didn't become an important route. But it was very hilly! Extra horses were needed and had to be paid for to help carts and carriages up very steep hills, so a stone such as this 'Take off' was placed at the top. This one is about 30m north of the 16thC Strines Inn which is 1015ft above sea level. The stone is Grade II listed 1203771.
Horse stone Standing away from the 'Take off' stone near The Strines Inn, its position near a telegraph pole on the east side of Mortimer Road can be seen.  The story of this road can be read in 'The Mortimer Road' by Howard Smith. ISBN 978-1-5272-3446-8.
Horse stone
Standing away from the 'Take off' stone near The Strines Inn, its position near a telegraph pole on the east side of Mortimer Road can be seen. The story of this road can be read in 'The Mortimer Road' by Howard Smith. ISBN 978-1-5272-3446-8.
Abbey Brook The head of Abbey Brook, the confluence of Cartledge Brook and Crook Clough.
Abbey Brook
The head of Abbey Brook, the confluence of Cartledge Brook and Crook Clough.
Flagstone Path Approaching Back Tor The path also marks the county boundary here with South Yorkshire to the right and Derbyshire to the left.
Flagstone Path Approaching Back Tor
The path also marks the county boundary here with South Yorkshire to the right and Derbyshire to the left.
Foul Clough Small clough which falls sharply towards Abbey Brook further ahead. The heather on the higher ground has given way to tussocks of rough grass in this area.
Foul Clough
Small clough which falls sharply towards Abbey Brook further ahead. The heather on the higher ground has given way to tussocks of rough grass in this area.
Sheep in Foul Clough Hardy sheep grazing above Abbey Clough. Their narrow tracks pick the easiest route down the steep gorge to the brook below.
Sheep in Foul Clough
Hardy sheep grazing above Abbey Clough. Their narrow tracks pick the easiest route down the steep gorge to the brook below.
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Rushy Flat is located at Grid Ref: SK2192 (Lat: 53.424784, Lng: -1.6850859)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Sheffield

Police Authority: South Yorkshire

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