Park Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Craven

England

Park 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

Park Hill is a picturesque hill located in Yorkshire, England. It is part of the scenic Pennines mountain range, which stretches across the northern parts of England. Standing at an elevation of approximately 1,100 feet, Park Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is covered in lush greenery, featuring a variety of flora and fauna. It is home to numerous species of plants and trees, creating a rich and diverse ecosystem. The area is also known for its wildlife, with sightings of birds, rabbits, and occasionally deer.

Park Hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. There are several well-marked trails that lead up to the summit, allowing visitors to explore the hill at their own pace. The paths are well-maintained, making it accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels.

At the top of Park Hill, visitors are rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding Yorkshire Dales and the distant peaks of the Pennines. On clear days, it is even possible to see as far as the North Sea. The hilltop provides an ideal spot for picnics or simply to sit and admire the natural beauty of the area.

Overall, Park Hill offers a peaceful and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it is for a leisurely stroll, a challenging hike, or simply to enjoy the stunning views, this Yorkshire hill is a must-visit destination for nature lovers.

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Park Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.026412/-2.172335 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
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.
Hall Barn, Otterburn A barn conversion at Otterburn Hall Farm.
Hall Barn, Otterburn
A barn conversion at Otterburn Hall Farm.
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 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7640188">SD8857 : Hall Barn, Otterburn</a>.
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.
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Park Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD8858 (Lat: 54.026412, Lng: -2.172335)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Craven

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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