Brown Moor

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Brown Moor

St. John the Baptist's Church, Kirk Hammerton.
St. John the Baptist's Church, Kirk Hammerton. Credit: Alison Stamp

Brown Moor is a picturesque expanse of moorland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Nestled within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, it is a stunning natural landscape characterized by its rolling hills, expansive heather moors, and scattered woodlands. The moor stretches across a vast area, covering approximately 15 square miles.

The moorland is known for its rich biodiversity, with a variety of plant and animal species thriving in this unique habitat. Visitors can expect to encounter an array of wildlife, including birds of prey such as kestrels, buzzards, and peregrine falcons, as well as grouse and curlews. The moorland is also home to several species of reptiles, including adders and common lizards.

In addition to its diverse wildlife, Brown Moor offers breathtaking views that attract outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The landscape is dotted with walking trails and footpaths, providing ample opportunities for hikers and ramblers to explore the area. The moorland is particularly popular among birdwatchers, who come to observe the numerous bird species that inhabit this region.

The history of Brown Moor is also of great interest, with evidence of human habitation dating back thousands of years. Archaeological sites, including ancient burial mounds and stone circles, highlight the area's historical significance.

Overall, Brown Moor in Yorkshire offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and historical intrigue. It is a place where visitors can immerse themselves in the tranquility of the moorland, while also appreciating the rich tapestry of nature and heritage that this remarkable landscape has to offer.

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Brown Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.000359/-1.306315 or Grid Reference SE4556. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St. John the Baptist's Church, Kirk Hammerton.
St. John the Baptist's Church, Kirk Hammerton.
John Fisher in the village shop, Whixley A community run village store staffed by volunteers.
John Fisher in the village shop, Whixley
A community run village store staffed by volunteers.
The village shop, Whixley The village shop in Whixley is run by the community. Enid Fisher takes her turn as shop-keeper.
The village shop, Whixley
The village shop in Whixley is run by the community. Enid Fisher takes her turn as shop-keeper.
Whixley Five roads meet in the centre of Whixley. Behind is the village shop. Straight ahead for the A59.
Whixley
Five roads meet in the centre of Whixley. Behind is the village shop. Straight ahead for the A59.
St. Thomas's Chapel of Ease York Road, Green Hammerton. Although Green Hammerton is a civil parish, ecclesiastically this is a chapel of ease within Whixley parish. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.genuki.org.uk/big/eng/YKS/PhotoFrames/WRY/GreenHammertonStThomasChapelOfEase1.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.genuki.org.uk/big/eng/YKS/PhotoFrames/WRY/GreenHammertonStThomasChapelOfEase1.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
St. Thomas's Chapel of Ease
York Road, Green Hammerton. Although Green Hammerton is a civil parish, ecclesiastically this is a chapel of ease within Whixley parish. LinkExternal link
The Bay Horse Inn on the corner of York Road and New Lane, Green Hammerton. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.thebayhorseinn.info/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.thebayhorseinn.info/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The Bay Horse Inn
on the corner of York Road and New Lane, Green Hammerton. LinkExternal link
Gilsthwaite Lane Cattal.
Gilsthwaite Lane
Cattal.
Cattal railway station and level crossing
Cattal railway station
and level crossing
Kirk Hammerton Methodist Church This Church is almost central in the O/s grid which it occupies
Kirk Hammerton Methodist Church
This Church is almost central in the O/s grid which it occupies
The church of St John the Baptist, Kirk Hammerton Ancient church dating to Saxon times.
The church of St John the Baptist, Kirk Hammerton
Ancient church dating to Saxon times.
The Saxon church at Kirk Hammerton
The Saxon church at Kirk Hammerton
Green Hammerton Independent Chapel/St Joseph's RC Church Taken from the Green with the road running behind the camera, parallel to the buildings.  The former Independent Chapel opened in 1797 (See supplemental photo of the plaque above the central window) but eventually became redundant before 1960.  It was then bought by the Catholic church.  Apparently the interior was remodelled at the time, but the exterior can have changed little since it was built.
Green Hammerton Independent Chapel/St Joseph's RC Church
Taken from the Green with the road running behind the camera, parallel to the buildings. The former Independent Chapel opened in 1797 (See supplemental photo of the plaque above the central window) but eventually became redundant before 1960. It was then bought by the Catholic church. Apparently the interior was remodelled at the time, but the exterior can have changed little since it was built.
Green Hammerton Independent Chapel/St Joseph's RC Church Commemorative plaque built into the wall above the central window states: OPENED Octr. 8 1797 with a TEXT from Prov. IX. 1
Green Hammerton Independent Chapel/St Joseph's RC Church
Commemorative plaque built into the wall above the central window states: OPENED Octr. 8 1797 with a TEXT from Prov. IX. 1
Green Hammerton Independent Chapel/St Joseph's RC Church Old lamp bracket on the corner of the old building.
Green Hammerton Independent Chapel/St Joseph's RC Church
Old lamp bracket on the corner of the old building.
Tree Nursery near Cattal Conifers destined for the amenity market.
Tree Nursery near Cattal
Conifers destined for the amenity market.
Corner of a nursery This is a very large grower of trees and shrubs.
Corner of a nursery
This is a very large grower of trees and shrubs.
Village house in Kirk Hammerton
Village house in Kirk Hammerton
River Nidd At the Leeds and District Anglers stretch of riverbank.
River Nidd
At the Leeds and District Anglers stretch of riverbank.
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Brown Moor is located at Grid Ref: SE4556 (Lat: 54.000359, Lng: -1.306315)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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