Bonny Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire

England

Bonny Hill

Remains of Doe Park Mill Credit: Clive Nicholson

Bonny Hill is a picturesque hill located in the charming county of Yorkshire, England. Rising to a height of approximately 300 meters, it is often referred to as a hill rather than a mountain due to its moderate elevation. The hill is nestled within the rolling Yorkshire Dales, offering visitors breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Covered in lush green grass and dotted with vibrant wildflowers during the summer months, Bonny Hill is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The hill boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, including heather, gorse, and various species of birds and butterflies.

A network of well-maintained footpaths crisscrosses the hill, making it easily accessible for hikers and walkers of all abilities. These paths lead visitors through peaceful woodlands, along babbling brooks, and up to the summit, where they can admire the sweeping vistas of the Yorkshire Dales.

Bonny Hill is also steeped in history, with remnants of ancient settlements and landmarks scattered across its slopes. Archaeological discoveries have revealed traces of human activity dating back thousands of years, providing insight into the area's rich cultural heritage.

The hill is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or a challenging hike, Bonny Hill promises a serene and captivating experience, leaving visitors with a deep appreciation for Yorkshire's natural beauty.

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Bonny Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.56858/-2.0146916 or Grid Reference NY9919. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Remains of Doe Park Mill

Clive Nicholson

Ruins of former mill

Balder mill or Doe Park mill was used until the construction of reservoirs upstream interrupted the water supply.

David Robinson

Entrance to Cotherstone

Alex McGregor

The B6277 crossing Wilden Bridge

peter robinson

Moorland with partly frozen pool

The pool is beside a moorland track, south of farms at Booze Wood and High Corn Park, which is the set of buildings beyond the trees.

Trevor Littlewood

Remains of World War II tank

The remains of the tank lie on moorland north of the MOD Battle Hill Range and south-west of the trig point of Currack Rigg. An item in the Northern Echo of 03 January 2021, tells that this is the wreckage of a Valentine Mk III, Second World War tank built by Vickers-Armstrong. However, although an item on Andy Beck's website, (Link

), gives that same information, further into the article doubt is cast upon the identification. There are references from the web page to a Wikipedia entry and a comment at the end by one, Dave Middlemas, giving a different origin altogether. Worth reading.

Trevor Littlewood

Moorland beyond trig point of Currack Rigg

Heather and grass moorland with rushes around the pillar and beyond to the west. Loups's Hill is in the distance left of centre, with Goldsborough further away, partly concealed by a block of trees.

Trevor Littlewood

Road rising from North Gill Bridge

The bridge itself is out of view but part of the eastern parapet can be seen. The road continues northwards towards the village at Cotherstone.

Trevor Littlewood

Damaged Scots pine tree in enclosure

A recently fallen branch lies on the ground beside the tree which is the same one pictured in an earlier image - Link . The bough was presumably torn from the tree by wind, very likely during one of the violent storms of winter 2021 / 2022.

Trevor Littlewood

View To How Beck Gully

David Robinson

Cattle above North Gill

The area between Lartington and the moor edge is mostly given over to livestock production. My guess is that altitude, climate and soil conditions prevent this being a cereal growing area.

Gordon Hatton

Track on to the moor

Track and public footpath heading up North Gill into access land that runs for many miles westwards.

Gordon Hatton

Path across the moor

No obvious line through rough grassland and heather here. The path is heading into open access land from the Cotherstone to Bowes road.

Gordon Hatton

Road to Cotherstone

Looking north-east with open access land to the left and enclosed fields to the right.

Gordon Hatton

The Butter Stone

A natural rock, most likely an erratic, sat near the edge of the moor above Cotherstone. As other contributors have said, this was a place where money was left for food supplies during times of plague.

Gordon Hatton

Ruins of old chapel, Brisoe

The Chapel was in use in the 1700s and is one of the earliest in the North Pennines. It was replaced by a larger building a few hundred yards away in 1905.

David Robinson