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Westhow Field

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire Selby

England

Westhow Field

Thorganby, St Helen's Church This Church is almost on the eastern boundary of the O/S grid it occupies, just to the north of centre.
Thorganby, St Helen's Church Credit: Bill Henderson

Westhow Field is a picturesque and expansive area situated in the heart of Yorkshire, England. Nestled between the majestic Yorkshire Downs and the vast Moorland, it offers a breathtaking natural landscape that attracts visitors from far and wide.

Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, Westhow Field boasts a diverse range of habitats, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. The rolling hills of the Yorkshire Downs provide a stunning backdrop, with their lush greenery and panoramic views. The moorland, on the other hand, offers a rugged and untamed beauty, with its vast expanses of heather and gorse.

The field is crisscrossed by a network of footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their leisure. Hikers and walkers can enjoy the tranquility of the countryside, while birdwatchers can spot a variety of avian species, including red grouse, curlews, and skylarks. The field is also home to a rich diversity of flora, with an array of wildflowers, including bluebells and primroses, dotting the landscape.

Westhow Field is not only a natural paradise but also plays an important role in the local agricultural community. The fertile soil supports a variety of crops, including barley and wheat, which are cultivated by local farmers. Traditional stone walls and hedgerows divide the field into smaller plots, adding to its charm and character.

Overall, Westhow Field is a captivating destination that showcases the beauty and diversity of the Yorkshire countryside. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a challenging hike, or simply a desire to reconnect with nature, this idyllic location offers something for everyone.

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Westhow Field Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.873164/-0.96978092 or Grid Reference SE6742. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Thorganby, St Helen's Church This Church is almost on the eastern boundary of the O/S grid it occupies, just to the north of centre.
Thorganby, St Helen's Church
This Church is almost on the eastern boundary of the O/S grid it occupies, just to the north of centre.
Track & Field North of Thicket Priory.
Track & Field
North of Thicket Priory.
St. Helens Church Thorganby
St. Helens Church
Thorganby
Boats moored on the River Derwent The river Derwent near the Ferryboat Inn Thorganby.
Boats moored on the River Derwent
The river Derwent near the Ferryboat Inn Thorganby.
Footpath Sign New footpath sign with distance now shown in Kilometres.
Footpath Sign
New footpath sign with distance now shown in Kilometres.
Drain and Culvert The drain and culverts along the roadside by Common Bottom Woods with the line of the dismantled railway tracks passing over this point.
Drain and Culvert
The drain and culverts along the roadside by Common Bottom Woods with the line of the dismantled railway tracks passing over this point.
ORPA (Other Route with Public Access) The tarmac of the road stops at a right turn into the last house along this lane, then passage through to connect with Common Farm - Thorganby lane is via this ORPA.
ORPA (Other Route with Public Access)
The tarmac of the road stops at a right turn into the last house along this lane, then passage through to connect with Common Farm - Thorganby lane is via this ORPA.
Footpath Gated lane with Public Footpath access through to West Grange.
Footpath
Gated lane with Public Footpath access through to West Grange.
Leonard Scales Lane near Wheldrake This track drops very gently towards low lying farmland from Wheldrake Lane, which follows a low W-E ridge, part of the Escrick moraine.
Leonard Scales Lane near Wheldrake
This track drops very gently towards low lying farmland from Wheldrake Lane, which follows a low W-E ridge, part of the Escrick moraine.
Farm buildings near Wheldrake Most farm buildings in this area are built along the better drained Escrick moraine ridge.
Farm buildings near Wheldrake
Most farm buildings in this area are built along the better drained Escrick moraine ridge.
Thorganby village street. Thorganby is a village of 'two halves' with a pub at the north end, a collection of houses at the south end and a gap in the middle with the hall and church.
Thorganby village street.
Thorganby is a village of 'two halves' with a pub at the north end, a collection of houses at the south end and a gap in the middle with the hall and church.
Thornums Wood near Thorganby Thornums Wood from Common Lane near Thorganby.
Thornums Wood near Thorganby
Thornums Wood from Common Lane near Thorganby.
Crinklety Wood near Thorganby Crinklety Wood from Common Lane near Thorganby.
Crinklety Wood near Thorganby
Crinklety Wood from Common Lane near Thorganby.
Bend in Agricultural Access Lane
Bend in Agricultural Access Lane
New Field Boundary near "The Parks" Not shown as a field boundary on the 1:25,000 scale OS map, this new post and wire field boundary can be clearly located by the public footpath that crosses it at a right angle (PF marker shown on the corner post) and the area of mixed woodland behind the photographer. The trees are relatively mature and must have been a feature of "The Parks" when it was one large field. Currently it is arable to the south of the new field boundary and grass to the North.
New Field Boundary near "The Parks"
Not shown as a field boundary on the 1:25,000 scale OS map, this new post and wire field boundary can be clearly located by the public footpath that crosses it at a right angle (PF marker shown on the corner post) and the area of mixed woodland behind the photographer. The trees are relatively mature and must have been a feature of "The Parks" when it was one large field. Currently it is arable to the south of the new field boundary and grass to the North.
Single file only Towards the Old Derwent Drain from Wood Field
Single file only
Towards the Old Derwent Drain from Wood Field
Ready for use An area Northeast of Selby where much of the farmland has been turned over to growing lawn turf.
Ready for use
An area Northeast of Selby where much of the farmland has been turned over to growing lawn turf.
Footpath Gate The footpath from Old Derwent Drain, 1.3km south, is not so well defined as the route on towards Weldrake.
Footpath Gate
The footpath from Old Derwent Drain, 1.3km south, is not so well defined as the route on towards Weldrake.
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Westhow Field is located at Grid Ref: SE6742 (Lat: 53.873164, Lng: -0.96978092)

Division: East Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Selby

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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