Pot House Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Craven

England

Pot House Hill

Lightning Tree on the Road to Otterburn Situated on the road from Airton to Otterburn.
Lightning Tree on the Road to Otterburn Credit: Andy Beecroft

Pot House Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the picturesque landscape of the Pennines, it is part of the South Pennines Range and stands at an elevation of approximately 1,310 feet (399 meters) above sea level. The hill is positioned near the village of Silkstone, within the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley.

Pot House Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with its summit providing an excellent vantage point to observe the rolling hills, green meadows, and enchanting valleys that define the region. The hill is covered with a mix of grasses, heather, and wildflowers, creating a stunning tapestry of colors throughout the year.

The area around Pot House Hill is rich in historical significance, with evidence of human occupation dating back thousands of years. Archaeological finds, such as ancient burial mounds and stone circles, highlight the hill's importance as a site of cultural and spiritual significance in ancient times.

Today, Pot House Hill is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and those seeking a peaceful retreat in nature. Several walking trails traverse the hill, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its diverse flora and fauna. The hill also serves as a habitat for various bird species, making it a prime spot for birdwatching.

Overall, Pot House Hill in Yorkshire provides a stunning natural landscape, a glimpse into the area's rich history, and a tranquil setting for outdoor activities, making it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Pot House Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.025512/-2.1795514 or Grid Reference SD8858. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lightning Tree on the Road to Otterburn Situated on the road from Airton to Otterburn.
Lightning Tree on the Road to Otterburn
Situated on the road from Airton to Otterburn.
Hillside Copse near Otterburn
Hillside Copse near Otterburn
Ford and Cat at Kirk Syke Farm This ford is found on Kirk Syke Lane. Another image when the ford was not so dry can be viewed at:
<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2838230" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2838230">Link</a>
Ford and Cat at Kirk Syke Farm
This ford is found on Kirk Syke Lane. Another image when the ford was not so dry can be viewed at: Link
Service reservoir on Wenningber This is shown as a 'tank' on maps from 1909. At a guess it's a spring collection tank that feeds water (or used to) to the Hellifield area via the small treatment plant on Haw Lane <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7639186">SD8657 : Hellifield Water Treatment Works</a>.
Service reservoir on Wenningber
This is shown as a 'tank' on maps from 1909. At a guess it's a spring collection tank that feeds water (or used to) to the Hellifield area via the small treatment plant on Haw Lane SD8657 : Hellifield Water Treatment Works.
Pennine watershed above Hellifield It doesn't look obvious, but the top of this wet field forming a low slack or col between Wenningber and Butter Haw hills is on the watershed of the Pennines (and therefore of Northern England). The end behind the photographer is the source of Hellifield Beck which flows into the Ribble and ultimately the Irish Sea, while the plantation in the distance is at the head of Crook Beck, a tributary of the Aire, and ultimately the Humber Estuary.
Pennine watershed above Hellifield
It doesn't look obvious, but the top of this wet field forming a low slack or col between Wenningber and Butter Haw hills is on the watershed of the Pennines (and therefore of Northern England). The end behind the photographer is the source of Hellifield Beck which flows into the Ribble and ultimately the Irish Sea, while the plantation in the distance is at the head of Crook Beck, a tributary of the Aire, and ultimately the Humber Estuary.
Crook Beck emerges from a copse The Crook Beck is a tributary of the Aire, and ultimately the Humber Estuary.
Crook Beck emerges from a copse
The Crook Beck is a tributary of the Aire, and ultimately the Humber Estuary.
Path junction on Dacre Lane Dacre Lane, bending right here towards Otterburn village, is a public footpath. To the left is a private road into Crook Beck Plantation.
Path junction on Dacre Lane
Dacre Lane, bending right here towards Otterburn village, is a public footpath. To the left is a private road into Crook Beck Plantation.
Hut in the woods below Tranlinber Seen from the public footpath (Dacre Lane).
Hut in the woods below Tranlinber
Seen from the public footpath (Dacre Lane).
Looking down Dacre Lane The track is dead straight for 650 metres from this point.
Looking down Dacre Lane
The track is dead straight for 650 metres from this point.
View towards Crossber from Dacre Lane The post-glacial drumlins in this area are sheep pasture country.
View towards Crossber from Dacre Lane
The post-glacial drumlins in this area are sheep pasture country.
Dacre Lane, looking north-west Part of a long route linking Otterburn to Settle.
Dacre Lane, looking north-west
Part of a long route linking Otterburn to Settle.
Young oaks alongside Dacre Lane New oaks have been planted in among mature trees.
Young oaks alongside Dacre Lane
New oaks have been planted in among mature trees.
Dacre Lane, approaching Otterburn The end of a long route from Settle.
Dacre Lane, approaching Otterburn
The end of a long route from Settle.
House on a bend in Hellifield Road  My eye was caught by the small, blocked, arched opening between ground and first floor window levels. I wonder what that was for?
House on a bend in Hellifield Road
My eye was caught by the small, blocked, arched opening between ground and first floor window levels. I wonder what that was for?
Otterburn Bridge  The grade II listed bridge is dated to the late 18th or early 19th century. List entry 1132058.
Otterburn Bridge
The grade II listed bridge is dated to the late 18th or early 19th century. List entry 1132058.
View north along Otterburn Beck from the bridge The furthest of the three buildings in the photo is the Grade II listed Grove Farm.
View north along Otterburn Beck from the bridge
The furthest of the three buildings in the photo is the Grade II listed Grove Farm.
Hellifield Road out of Otterburn Note three pieces of street furniture: the road sign for a width restriction, the postbox in a wall, and the county marker (possibly relocated from the nearby bridge?) <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4669588">SD8857 : West Riding marker beside building at cross roads</a>. The building itself looks like an agricultural one converted to residential.
Hellifield Road out of Otterburn
Note three pieces of street furniture: the road sign for a width restriction, the postbox in a wall, and the county marker (possibly relocated from the nearby bridge?) SD8857 : West Riding marker beside building at cross roads. The building itself looks like an agricultural one converted to residential.
Cattle farm at Otterburn Hall A local website says 'Otterburn Hall Farm is a 170 hectare permanent grassland farm in Otterburn Village, bordering Otterburn Beck, with 850 breeding sheep and 40 beef cattle'. Some of the cattle could be heard in the shed here.
Cattle farm at Otterburn Hall
A local website says 'Otterburn Hall Farm is a 170 hectare permanent grassland farm in Otterburn Village, bordering Otterburn Beck, with 850 breeding sheep and 40 beef cattle'. Some of the cattle could be heard in the shed here.
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Pot House Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD8858 (Lat: 54.025512, Lng: -2.1795514)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Craven

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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