East Ayton Moor

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire Scarborough

England

East Ayton Moor

Sea Cut and the Tabular Hills walk southeast of Holly Wood Credit: Colin Park

East Ayton Moor is a picturesque area located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated within the North York Moors National Park, it spans over vast expanses of rolling hills, moorland, and grassy meadows. Offering breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere, this area is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The moorland of East Ayton Moor is characterized by its rugged terrain, covered in heather, bracken, and scattered with rocky outcrops. It is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with species such as curlews, lapwings, and red grouse flourishing in its open spaces. The moorland is also dotted with ancient burial mounds, evidence of the area's rich history.

The Downs in East Ayton Moor provide a stark contrast to the moorland, comprising gently sloping grassy hills that create a serene and pastoral landscape. These Downs are often used for grazing livestock, and visitors can often spot sheep peacefully grazing among the rolling hills.

East Ayton Moor offers numerous walking and hiking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. The popular Ayton Banks walk takes visitors through the heart of the moorland, providing panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

With its untouched beauty and peaceful ambiance, East Ayton Moor is a must-visit destination for those seeking a retreat into nature. Its combination of moorland and Downs provides a varied landscape that captivates visitors and showcases the diverse natural wonders of Yorkshire.

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East Ayton Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.270909/-0.46876329 or Grid Reference SE9987. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sea Cut and the Tabular Hills walk southeast of Holly Wood

Colin Park

A170 Racecourse Road looking east

Colin Pyle

Stream discharging from Forge Valley Woods

There are many springs in the slopes of Forge Valley Woods which make small streams down to the road. The recent heavy rain has caused massive amounts of water to come down. This one discharges into a trough which is of some antiquity as it is shown on the 6" map of 1852.

Christopher Hall

Water collection point

The various springs on the slopes of Forge Valley Woods have been tapped for use to be made of the water either at the forge which existed here or as in this case to supply water to the nearby twin villages of East and West Ayton.

Christopher Hall

Water collection point detail

This is the manhole covering the water collection point shown in SE9887 : Water collection point.

Christopher Hall

Courtyard at Betton Farm

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for details of the farm and the facilities it offers. The gridline runs along the far side of the courtyard, so not only is the farm shop in the next square, it is also in the next hectad and the next myriad! (If this makes no sense to you, see Link

Anne Burgess

Land girls 1942 near Scarborough

This one is of historical interest, a digital restoration of an end print group of three land girls circa March 1942. The middle one is my wife's mother Betty Lowe who had vivid memories of WW2 and the Land Army. She was working on a farm near Scarborough from 1942 till the end of 1944. The location is as accurate as I can make it; she had told us once as she drove down the A170 that the farm worked on was there, not far from the road.

Fred Lowe

Clearing in Raincliffe Woods

Ian S

Middle Road Track, Raincliffe Woods

Ian S

Middle Road Track, Raincliffe Woods

Ian S

Meadow Drive, East Ayton

Two classic, and rather elegant, 1960s concrete street light columns photographed just before their removal and replacement by modern steel columns

Christopher Hall

Bridleway East Ayton

This track is a public bridleway which runs off Moor Lane up on to East Ayton Moor. Although it runs alongside a shallow valley, at this point it forms a hollow way and may be an extension of Skell Dykes at SE9987;. It is one of the ancient routes on to this moor, possibly for droving

Christopher Hall