Knoll Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire

England

Knoll Hill

The Rocking Stone, Warley Moor I think the rocking stone was probably the perched rock on the left, which appears to have slipped off its perch, perhaps whilst being rocked rather vigorously.  This is a revisit to the first geograph for the square <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/33722">SE0330 : Rocking Stone, Warley Moor</a>, taken in August 2005.
The Rocking Stone, Warley Moor Credit: Humphrey Bolton

Knoll Hill, situated in the county of Yorkshire, England, is a picturesque and prominent hill that forms part of the North York Moors National Park. Standing at an elevation of approximately 423 meters (1,388 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding moorland and countryside.

Covered in heather and gorse, Knoll Hill boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. The hill is home to various species, including birds such as curlews, lapwings, and golden plovers, which can often be spotted soaring through the skies.

The hill's slopes are crisscrossed by numerous footpaths and trails, making it a popular destination for hikers and walkers. These paths lead visitors through the tranquil moorland, with opportunities to discover hidden valleys, ancient stone circles, and remnants of Iron Age settlements. As visitors ascend to the summit, they are rewarded with stunning views that stretch across the North York Moors and beyond.

Knoll Hill also holds historical significance, with evidence of human activity spanning thousands of years. Bronze Age burial mounds and Iron Age forts can be found in its vicinity, offering glimpses into the region's rich past.

Whether it's the allure of the natural beauty, the chance to explore ancient history, or the desire for a peaceful escape, Knoll Hill offers a captivating experience for all who venture to its slopes.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.775114/-1.939193 or Grid Reference SE0430. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Rocking Stone, Warley Moor I think the rocking stone was probably the perched rock on the left, which appears to have slipped off its perch, perhaps whilst being rocked rather vigorously.  This is a revisit to the first geograph for the square <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/33722">SE0330 : Rocking Stone, Warley Moor</a>, taken in August 2005.
The Rocking Stone, Warley Moor
I think the rocking stone was probably the perched rock on the left, which appears to have slipped off its perch, perhaps whilst being rocked rather vigorously. This is a revisit to the first geograph for the square SE0330 : Rocking Stone, Warley Moor, taken in August 2005.
A small potential rocking stone, Warley Moor I was disappointed when I stood on it and it failed to rock.
A small potential rocking stone, Warley Moor
I was disappointed when I stood on it and it failed to rock.
Footpath to Cold Edge Road, passing Slade The path crosses a stream that feeds Haigh Cote Dam and a boggy area. Fortunately the CROWS volunteers (Calderdale Rights of Way Service) have provided a boardwalk.
Footpath to Cold Edge Road, passing Slade
The path crosses a stream that feeds Haigh Cote Dam and a boggy area. Fortunately the CROWS volunteers (Calderdale Rights of Way Service) have provided a boardwalk.
Footpath from Slade to Haigh Cote, Cold Edge Better described as a right-of-way as there is no path, just an endless obstacle course of tussocky grass and rushes. The sheep had no difficulty traversing it, and looked round at me wondering why I was so slow.
Footpath from Slade to Haigh Cote, Cold Edge
Better described as a right-of-way as there is no path, just an endless obstacle course of tussocky grass and rushes. The sheep had no difficulty traversing it, and looked round at me wondering why I was so slow.
Footpath across a valley near Cold Edge The path, nominally alongside the wall, crosses a little stream that feeds Spring Dam. The path is not as bad as it looks.
Footpath across a valley near Cold Edge
The path, nominally alongside the wall, crosses a little stream that feeds Spring Dam. The path is not as bad as it looks.
Ruined barn at Moorlands Farm, Cold Edge The farm is captioned 'Withins Gate' on the 1894 1:2500 map.
Ruined barn at Moorlands Farm, Cold Edge
The farm is captioned 'Withins Gate' on the 1894 1:2500 map.
View over Moorlands Farm (formerly Withins Gate) Haigh Cote Dam is in the distance. This is a revisit to the first geograph for the square <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/27643">SE0430 : Moorlands Farm and Haigh Cote</a>, which was taken in July 2005. The farmhouse has been partly restored, with a new roof. A track has been made straight down the hillside, presumably to encourage bridleway users to bypass the farm.
View over Moorlands Farm (formerly Withins Gate)
Haigh Cote Dam is in the distance. This is a revisit to the first geograph for the square SE0430 : Moorlands Farm and Haigh Cote, which was taken in July 2005. The farmhouse has been partly restored, with a new roof. A track has been made straight down the hillside, presumably to encourage bridleway users to bypass the farm.
Footbridge in Ogden Clough There are steps down to the bridge but after the crossing the path has no destination other than scrambling in the clough.
Footbridge in Ogden Clough
There are steps down to the bridge but after the crossing the path has no destination other than scrambling in the clough.
Weirs in Ogden Clough First of a series of weirs going upstream
Weirs in Ogden Clough
First of a series of weirs going upstream
Ogden Clough from near Waterworks Cascade/Footbridge View down the clough
Ogden Clough from near Waterworks Cascade/Footbridge
View down the clough
Top Weir/Footbridge in Ogden Clough Waterworks weir & footbridge
Top Weir/Footbridge in Ogden Clough
Waterworks weir & footbridge
Dogs' Grave at Withens May not be visible now that Withens is no longer a Public House
Dogs' Grave at Withens
May not be visible now that Withens is no longer a Public House
Halifax Golf Club Course above Temperature Inversion View from Calderdale Way at Lower Brockholes. Ovenden Moor Wind Farm on skyline
Halifax Golf Club Course above Temperature Inversion
View from Calderdale Way at Lower Brockholes. Ovenden Moor Wind Farm on skyline
Halifax Golf Club Course The course viewed from footpath above and East of Rocks Lane. Withins and Ovenden Moor wind farm on the skyline
Halifax Golf Club Course
The course viewed from footpath above and East of Rocks Lane. Withins and Ovenden Moor wind farm on the skyline
View to The Withins The Withins is a former moorland public house and is in the centre of the skyline.
The water is Haigh Cote Dam
View to The Withins
The Withins is a former moorland public house and is in the centre of the skyline. The water is Haigh Cote Dam
Warley Moor Reservoir View from Cold Edge Road
Warley Moor Reservoir
View from Cold Edge Road
Ovenden Moor Wind Farm in 2010 The original set of turbines looking quite menacing
Ovenden Moor Wind Farm in 2010
The original set of turbines looking quite menacing
Rock outcrops at Rocking Stone Flat, Warley Moor
Rock outcrops at Rocking Stone Flat, Warley Moor
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Knoll Hill is located at Grid Ref: SE0430 (Lat: 53.775114, Lng: -1.939193)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Calderdale

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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