High Common

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire

England

High Common

Embankment by the River Torne
Embankment by the River Torne Credit: David Brown

High Common is a picturesque area located in Yorkshire, England, known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse landscapes. Situated amidst the Yorkshire Downs and Moorland, it offers a unique blend of rolling hills, expansive meadows, and rugged moorlands, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

The area is characterized by its rich biodiversity, with a variety of plant and animal species thriving in its diverse ecosystems. Ancient woodlands dot the landscape, providing a habitat for numerous birds, including the melodious song thrush and the elusive tawny owl. The rivers and streams that meander through High Common are home to thriving populations of trout, adding to the area's natural charm.

High Common is also famed for its breathtaking views, with the elevated vantage points offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside. From the top of the moorland, visitors can take in the sweeping views of the rolling hills and valleys stretching out as far as the eye can see.

The area is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a plethora of activities such as hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. The well-maintained trails that crisscross the landscape provide opportunities for both leisurely strolls and exhilarating adventures.

High Common is also steeped in history, with traces of its ancient past evident in the stone circles and burial mounds that dot the landscape. These remnants serve as a testament to the area's rich heritage and add an air of mystery to the surroundings.

Overall, High Common in Yorkshire offers a unique and captivating experience for nature lovers and history buffs alike, with its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural heritage.

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High Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.505985/-0.96600826 or Grid Reference SE6801. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Embankment by the River Torne
Embankment by the River Torne
Big Water Pump This big pump is part of the land drainage system in this flat low lying landscape.
Big Water Pump
This big pump is part of the land drainage system in this flat low lying landscape.
Doncaster Suburbs Remember when 'discovering the spirit' of Doncaster to be wary of wild animals!
Doncaster Suburbs
Remember when 'discovering the spirit' of Doncaster to be wary of wild animals!
Road to Ninescores This private road leads to Ninescores Farm in the next square east.
Road to Ninescores
This private road leads to Ninescores Farm in the next square east.
Bee Food This field of purple flowers (thistles perhaps?) are clearly designed to feed the resident bees.
Bee Food
This field of purple flowers (thistles perhaps?) are clearly designed to feed the resident bees.
Flooded Quarry This former sand quarry which is also former woodland is no longer either since it is now full of water.
Flooded Quarry
This former sand quarry which is also former woodland is no longer either since it is now full of water.
Footpath To Blaxton Common These trees almost form an arch over the entrance to a footpath that leads from Blaxton to Blaxton Common.
Footpath To Blaxton Common
These trees almost form an arch over the entrance to a footpath that leads from Blaxton to Blaxton Common.
Track To Auckley This farm track is also a right of way across Auckley Common.
Track To Auckley
This farm track is also a right of way across Auckley Common.
Corner Track In the NE corner of this square this farm track runs by the side of woodland.  The only other feature in this square being a railway line between Doncaster and Gainsborough.
Corner Track
In the NE corner of this square this farm track runs by the side of woodland. The only other feature in this square being a railway line between Doncaster and Gainsborough.
Ninescores Lane
Ninescores Lane
Farmland south of Ninescores Lane
Farmland south of Ninescores Lane
Willow for power station? This looks like willow being grown for power generation. There is a new walk around this area.
Willow for power station?
This looks like willow being grown for power generation. There is a new walk around this area.
New concessionary walk. Walk around crop of Willow, presumably for power generation.
New concessionary walk.
Walk around crop of Willow, presumably for power generation.
A614 to Thorne. Fast straight road.
A614 to Thorne.
Fast straight road.
Gated track. Footpath is gained down side of gates avoiding all the rubbish!
Gated track.
Footpath is gained down side of gates avoiding all the rubbish!
Blaxton Common Farm. Adjacent to A614, harvest was in full swing after 2 dry days!
Blaxton Common Farm.
Adjacent to A614, harvest was in full swing after 2 dry days!
Zoom 1........ Speeding motor bike.
Zoom 1........
Speeding motor bike.
Zoom 2... how fast? Chasing previous rider. The road is very straight up to trees near farm.
Zoom 2... how fast?
Chasing previous rider. The road is very straight up to trees near farm.
Show me another place!

High Common is located at Grid Ref: SE6801 (Lat: 53.505985, Lng: -0.96600826)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Doncaster

Police Authority: South Yorkshire

Also known as: Ling Common

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.505985,-0.96600826
Foxholme Lodge
Place: isolated_dwelling
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Lat/Long: 53.5018815/-0.9634258
Ling or High Common
Place: locality
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Lat/Long: 53.5045116/-0.9666823
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