Balkholme Common

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire

England

Balkholme Common

Cemetery from Pinfold Street Looking across the Cemetery towards St. Michael's Church.
Cemetery from Pinfold Street Credit: DS Pugh

Balkholme Common is a vast expanse of open countryside located in the Yorkshire region of England. Stretching across rolling hills, downs, and moorland, the common offers visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty of the area. The landscape is characterized by sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, with patches of heather, grasses, and wildflowers dotting the terrain.

The common is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey, deer, and other native species. Visitors may also come across grazing sheep and cattle, as the area is used for agricultural purposes.

Balkholme Common is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and outdoor adventurers looking to explore the rugged beauty of the Yorkshire countryside. The common offers a network of walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to meander through the landscape and take in the stunning views.

Overall, Balkholme Common is a peaceful and picturesque location that showcases the natural beauty of Yorkshire's countryside. It is a perfect spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the great outdoors.

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Balkholme Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.744964/-0.80172277 or Grid Reference SE7928. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cemetery from Pinfold Street Looking across the Cemetery towards St. Michael's Church.
Cemetery from Pinfold Street
Looking across the Cemetery towards St. Michael's Church.
Pinfold Street towards Queen Street Ahead is the junction with Queen Street (left) and Sandholme Road (right).
Pinfold Street towards Queen Street
Ahead is the junction with Queen Street (left) and Sandholme Road (right).
Junction with Carr Lane Immediately on the right is Carr Lane with Sandholme Road meeting Pinfold Street and Queen Street ahead.
Junction with Carr Lane
Immediately on the right is Carr Lane with Sandholme Road meeting Pinfold Street and Queen Street ahead.
Sandholme Road, Eastrington Looking along Sandholme Road in the village of Eastrington.
Sandholme Road, Eastrington
Looking along Sandholme Road in the village of Eastrington.
Farm track, Eastrington
Farm track, Eastrington
Field drain, Eastrington
Field drain, Eastrington
Westfield Lane (track) towards Eastrington village
Westfield Lane (track) towards Eastrington village
Farmland, Eastrington
Farmland, Eastrington
The Graveyard, St Michael's Eastrington The inscriptions face east, roughly the direction of the photograph.
The Graveyard, St Michael's Eastrington
The inscriptions face east, roughly the direction of the photograph.
Westfield Lane Eastrington visible in the distance
Westfield Lane
Eastrington visible in the distance
Farm track near Eastrington An extension of Westfield Lane.
Farm track near Eastrington
An extension of Westfield Lane.
Sixpenny Wood wind farm See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6202796">SE7926 : Wheatfield and wind turbines</a>.
Sixpenny Wood wind farm
Pavement from Long Lane junction The B1230 Main Road heads to Gilberdyke.
Pavement from Long Lane junction
The B1230 Main Road heads to Gilberdyke.
Field beside Long Lane junction Looking across farmland from the junction of the B1230 Main Road hand Long Lane.
Field beside Long Lane junction
Looking across farmland from the junction of the B1230 Main Road hand Long Lane.
Long Lane meets Main Road The B1230 Main Road heads towards Gilberdyke with Long Lane to the left.
Long Lane meets Main Road
The B1230 Main Road heads towards Gilberdyke with Long Lane to the left.
Road near Home Farm Looking along Long Lane which heads west from Eastrington.
Road near Home Farm
Looking along Long Lane which heads west from Eastrington.
Road towards Eastrington Long Lane heading towards Eastrington from near Howden.
Road towards Eastrington
Long Lane heading towards Eastrington from near Howden.
Near Drain Looking along a very straight drain running across fields from Long Lane.
Near Drain
Looking along a very straight drain running across fields from Long Lane.
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Balkholme Common is located at Grid Ref: SE7928 (Lat: 53.744964, Lng: -0.80172277)

Division: East Riding

Unitary Authority: East Riding of Yorkshire

Police Authority: Humberside

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Located within 500m of 53.744964,-0.80172277
Balkholme
Is In: East Riding of Yorkshire, England, UK
Is In County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q4851134
Lat/Long: 53.7436609/-0.8086591
Barrier: cattle_grid
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 53.746151/-0.805623
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.7475849/-0.7978329
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.7480161/-0.7978065
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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