Birds Edge Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire

England

Birds Edge Hill

Footpath crossing a stream, Shepley - Cumberworth This stream is here the boundary between Shepley and Cumberworth. It is not named on maps, but is the source tributary of Fenay Beck. The source is a spring below the A635. A bath has been sunk into the bed of the stream to provide a drinking trough for cattle. — Footpath crossing a stream, Shepley - Cumberworth Credit: Humphrey Bolton

Birds Edge Hill is a prominent hill located in the village of Birds Edge, West Yorkshire, England. Situated in the Kirklees district, it forms part of the Pennine Range and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The hill stands at an elevation of approximately 1,100 feet (335 meters) above sea level.

Covered in lush greenery, Birds Edge Hill is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The hill is characterized by its rolling landscape, with gentle slopes and undulating terrain. It is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it an important habitat for wildlife.

At the summit of Birds Edge Hill, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking vistas of the nearby villages, farmland, and distant hills. On clear days, it is even possible to see as far as the Peak District National Park, which lies to the south.

The hill has several designated footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. One of the most popular routes is the Birds Edge Circular Walk, which takes hikers on a scenic journey around the hill and through the picturesque countryside.

In addition to its natural beauty, Birds Edge Hill also has historical significance. It is believed that the hill was once used for mining activities, with evidence of old mine shafts scattered across its slopes.

Birds Edge Hill offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the stunning landscapes of Yorkshire.

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Birds Edge Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.563019/-1.6891186 or Grid Reference SE2007. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath crossing a stream, Shepley - Cumberworth

This stream is here the boundary between Shepley and Cumberworth. It is not named on maps, but is the source tributary of Fenay Beck. The source is a spring below the A635. A bath has been sunk into the bed of the stream to provide a drinking trough for cattle.

Humphrey Bolton

Stream emerging from a culvert under Carr Lane, Cumberworth

This is a boundary stream, with Shepley on the left and Cumberworth on the right.

Humphrey Bolton

Autumn colour, Upper Cumberworth

Whilst exploring a footpath I found that it crosses a field apparently left to nature, with young trees and patches of brambles. There is a seat behind the tree in the centre of the image, and I thought that this might be a Millennium green, but the nearest ones are at Emley and Clayton West; Upper Cumberworth has a small village garden.

Humphrey Bolton

Area of springs, Upper Cumberworth

There is water amongst the grass in this area, especially in hollows amongst the birch trees on the other side of the footpath.

Humphrey Bolton

View from Snailsden Moor

View from Snailsden Moor towards Emley Moor TV mast.

Dave Pickersgill

Old milestone

This West Riding CC milestone is seen when leaving Denby Dale just beyond the railway viaduct and before the junction with the A635 from Barnsley. Only a few of these flat castings were made, usually where there was no space for the protruding style. However this one is unique. It is the only one of the surviving flat castings which is not divided by a central raised line. This is because Denby Dale and Wakefield are in the same direction. Another difference is that the foundry name is at the centre top instead of on the left side. It is Grade II listed 1135309.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

This milestone is set into the garden wall of Salt Pie Cottage on the A629 between High Flatts and Birds Edge. The owners rebuilt the wall to show more of the milestone and on a very sunny day it is surrounded by flowers, possibly of the mallow family. It is 9 miles to Huddersfield and 3¼ to Penistone on the old tollroad. Grade II listed 1135304.

Chris Minto

Permissive footpath at Ingbirchworth Reservoir

Looking north-westward.

Peter Wood

St John the Evangelist Church, Upper Denby

A handsome building.

David Bremner

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This mark can be found on a gatepost at the footpath entrance to Ingbirchworth Reservoir. The recorded details give a height of 255.8613 metres above sea level. For more detail see : Link

Peter Wood

St John the Evangelist, Denby - south side

The church was built in 1842-3, typically for its time with galleries but no chancel. Equally typical of its time was the removal of the galleries and addition of a chancel and porch in 1900. Grade II listed (list entry 1313363).

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St John the Evangelist, Denby - nave

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St John the Evangelist, Denby - chancel

The church was built in 1842-3, but this narrow chancel was only added in 1900. Grade II listed (list entry 1313363).

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St John the Evangelist, Denby - war memorial

The war memorial takes the form of wooden panelling between the tower and nave, bearing the names of twenty-four men who died in the First World War, and two in the Second. Beneath the names is written 'While they sleep, Lord Jesus, look on them. When they rise, receive them'.

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St John the Evangelist, Denby - font

A slender stone font with wooden cover.

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St John the Evangelist, Denby - front churchyard

Nearly all the gravestones have been removed from the area to the front of the church, unlike the rear where they are all still in place.

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St John the Evangelist, Denby - rear churchyard

Immediately west of the church building, old gravestones have been laid flat as ledgers. Beyond that, nearly all the gravestones are still in place. The churchyard is now full, with few if any burials having taken place since 1975.

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