Wheelwright Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Craven

England

Wheelwright Hill

Old milestone This top section and part of the backing stone of the WRCC milestone that once stood west of Coniston Cold on the A65 was found some years ago by a collector who has a small museum in Kings Meaburn (NY62402075). The lost sides would have had SKIPTON/6¾ MILES/KEIGHLEY/16 MILES and SETTLE/8¾ MILES/KENDAL/38 MILES. it is not known which side of the road it once stood. — Old milestone Credit: Chris Minto

Wheelwright Hill is a picturesque hill located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the North York Moors National Park, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

With an elevation of approximately 400 meters above sea level, Wheelwright Hill is not considered a mountain but rather a hill. Despite its modest height, it provides visitors with stunning vistas of the rolling hills, lush green valleys, and charming villages that make up the Yorkshire landscape.

The hill is named after the traditional craft of wheelwrighting, which was once prevalent in the area. A wheelwright is a skilled craftsman who specializes in making and repairing wheels for carriages and wagons. The name pays homage to the historical significance of the hill and its connection to the local community.

The terrain of Wheelwright Hill is varied, with sections covered in heather and bracken, while others are adorned with ancient oak and beech trees. The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, birds, and small mammals.

Visitors to Wheelwright Hill can embark on a range of walking trails that cater to different abilities, from gentle strolls to more challenging hikes. The routes meander through the stunning countryside, offering opportunities to spot wildlife and immerse oneself in the tranquility of nature.

Overall, Wheelwright Hill in Yorkshire is a captivating destination that showcases the beauty and charm of the English countryside.

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Wheelwright Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.99994/-2.1744833 or Grid Reference SD8856. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old milestone

This top section and part of the backing stone of the WRCC milestone that once stood west of Coniston Cold on the A65 was found some years ago by a collector who has a small museum in Kings Meaburn (NY62402075). The lost sides would have had SKIPTON/6¾ MILES/KEIGHLEY/16 MILES and SETTLE/8¾ MILES/KENDAL/38 MILES. it is not known which side of the road it once stood.

Chris Minto

Dacre Lane, approaching Otterburn

The end of a long route from Settle.

Stephen Craven

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?

Stephen Craven

Otterburn Bridge

The grade II listed bridge is dated to the late 18th or early 19th century. List entry 1132058.

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View north along Otterburn Beck from the bridge

The furthest of the three buildings in the photo is the Grade II listed Grove Farm.

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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.

Stephen Craven

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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Hall Barn, Otterburn

A barn conversion at Otterburn Hall Farm.

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Otterburn Hall

A cattle and sheep farm on the outskirts of the village. To the right is the grade II listed farmhouse (list entry 1316881) and to the left is a converted barn SD8857 : Hall Barn, Otterburn.

Stephen Craven

Cyclists on the road from Otterburn to Bell Busk

One of three groups I saw within a few minutes - possibly all part of the same club ride.

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Otterburn Beck, with gabions

The gabions are presumably to prevent the beck eroding the adjacent road.

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Marsh by the road to Otterburn

The parish boundary between Coniston Cold and Otterburn passes through this marsh (indeed the 1909 map indicates the boundary being 'C[entre of] Marsh') and it may therefore mark a previous course of Otterburn Beck.

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Four royal trees

Four young sycamore trees, well spaced, on the verge of the lane from Otterburn to Bell Busk (the village name sign for the latter can be seen here). From nearest the camera, the dedications are to the late Queen Elizabeth II (2022), the coronation of Charles III (2023), the late Duke of Edinburgh (2021), and the Queen's platinum jubilee (earlier in 2022). A series of royal celebrations and commemorations not likely to be repeated for a long time.

Stephen Craven