Ley Field

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire

England

Ley Field

A minor road towards Kirby Underdale
A minor road towards Kirby Underdale Credit: Ian S

Ley Field, located in Yorkshire, England, is a picturesque area encompassing both downs and moorland landscapes. It stretches over several miles, offering a diverse range of natural features and captivating scenery. The field is known for its rolling hills, open grasslands, and heather-covered moors, creating a tapestry of colors throughout the year.

The downs of Ley Field are characterized by their gentle slopes and expansive grassy plains. These areas are often used for agriculture, with sheep and cattle grazing peacefully on the fertile land. The downs also provide ample space for outdoor activities such as walking, picnicking, and kite-flying, attracting locals and tourists alike.

In contrast, the moorland of Ley Field presents a wilder and more rugged landscape. Here, heather dominates the scenery, carpeting the ground in vibrant shades of purple during the summer months. The moors are interspersed with rocky outcrops, adding to the area's natural beauty. Visitors can explore the moorland on foot, following well-marked trails that lead to enchanting viewpoints and hidden waterfalls.

Ley Field is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey such as kestrels and buzzards, as well as smaller mammals like hares and rabbits. The area is also rich in plant life, with a diverse range of wildflowers and grasses thriving in its fertile soil.

Overall, Ley Field in Yorkshire offers a breathtaking blend of downs and moorland, providing a haven for nature enthusiasts and a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Ley Field Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.010148/-0.78277964 or Grid Reference SE7957. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A minor road towards Kirby Underdale
A minor road towards Kirby Underdale
A footpath crosses Bugthorpe Lane at Glebe  Farm
A footpath crosses Bugthorpe Lane at Glebe Farm
The way to Primrose Hill (farm) Off Bugthorpe Lane Town End Hill, Bugthorpe.
The way to Primrose Hill (farm)
Off Bugthorpe Lane Town End Hill, Bugthorpe.
The A166 at Garrowby Lodge
The A166 at Garrowby Lodge
Fieldside Tree
Fieldside Tree
Footpath to Kirby Underdale
Footpath to Kirby Underdale
Yorkshire Wolds' Farmland near Kirby Underdale
Yorkshire Wolds' Farmland near Kirby Underdale
Garrowby road towards Garrowby Street
Garrowby road towards Garrowby Street
Field  to  Glebe  Farm On footpath from Kirby Underdale
Field to Glebe Farm
On footpath from Kirby Underdale
Salamanca  Beck Further upstream it is Waterloo Beck so we have a military theme here
Salamanca Beck
Further upstream it is Waterloo Beck so we have a military theme here
Track  to  Baffam  Farm
Track to Baffam Farm
Right side of the AA Box View of AA Box no 573 at Garrowby Lodge, viewed from the right hand side.  See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1838513">SE7856 : AA Box No. 573, Garrowby</a> for the view from the other side.
Right side of the AA Box
View of AA Box no 573 at Garrowby Lodge, viewed from the right hand side. See SE7856 : AA Box No. 573, Garrowby for the view from the other side.
Stubble field at Glebe Farm Looking north across a stubble field towards Mount Pleasant Farm and the edge of the Wolds.
Stubble field at Glebe Farm
Looking north across a stubble field towards Mount Pleasant Farm and the edge of the Wolds.
Garrowby Estate A dammed beck by the estate road
Garrowby Estate
A dammed beck by the estate road
Farmland off Bugthorpe Lane Sheep and new lambs in a field.
Farmland off Bugthorpe Lane
Sheep and new lambs in a field.
Lambs near Bugthorpe In a field along Bugthorpe Lane.
Lambs near Bugthorpe
In a field along Bugthorpe Lane.
Suckling lambs The same lambs as in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3941947">SE7758 : Lambs near Bugthorpe</a>.
Suckling lambs
The same lambs as in SE7758 : Lambs near Bugthorpe.
Bugthorpe Lane Between Bugthorpe and Kirby Underdale.
Bugthorpe Lane
Between Bugthorpe and Kirby Underdale.
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Ley Field is located at Grid Ref: SE7957 (Lat: 54.010148, Lng: -0.78277964)

Division: East Riding

Unitary Authority: East Riding of Yorkshire

Police Authority: Humberside

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