Moat Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Ryedale

England

Moat Hill

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Moat Hill is a prominent hill located in Yorkshire, England. Situated in the northern part of the county, it stands as a significant landmark in the region. Although referred to as a hill, its height and steepness often classify it as a mountain by some definitions.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 550 meters (1,800 feet), Moat Hill offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Its summit is characterized by rugged terrain and is often covered in a thick blanket of heather, creating a picturesque and distinctive landscape.

The hill is known for its historical significance, with remnants of ancient settlements found in the surrounding area. Archaeological evidence suggests that Moat Hill has been inhabited since the Bronze Age, making it an important site for researchers and history enthusiasts alike.

The hill's location within the North York Moors National Park provides it with a remarkable natural beauty. Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, wildlife spotting, and photography. The area is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with heathland, moorland, and woodland habitats supporting a wide array of species.

Access to Moat Hill is facilitated by a network of footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its slopes and summit. The hill's strategic location also offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including nearby towns and villages.

Overall, Moat Hill is a captivating destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike, offering a unique combination of archaeological significance and natural beauty.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.182731/-1.0668967 or Grid Reference SE6076. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Location of Gilling East Surface Block

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Gilling East, Holy Cross church

The benchmark is cut into the west facing wall of the church tower.

Mel Towler

Gilling East, Holy Cross church

There is a benchmark cut into the west facing wall of the church tower.

Mel Towler

Cawton, farm building

The benchmark is cut into a left cornerstone of this roadside farm building, and is about 4ft from ground level.

Mel Towler

Cawton, farm building

There is a benchmark cut into a left cornerstone of this roadside farm building, and is about 4ft from ground level.

Mel Towler

Church of the Holy Cross, Gilling East

Holy Cross Church is a parish church which serves the village and parish of Gilling East. The parish contains the villages of Gilling, Cawton, and Grimston. It is Grade I-listed (List Entry Number 1296322 Link

Historic England). The oldest part of the church, the arcade dates from around the year 1200. The chancel was added early in the 14th century, and the southern arcade was added slightly later. The tower was added in the late 15th century.

David Dixon

Holy Cross Church, Gilling East

David Dixon

Gilling East War Memorial Arch at Holy Cross Church

The War memorial at Gilling East forms the entrance archway to the Parish Church of the Holy Cross. It commemorates the residents of Gilling East, Grimstone and Cawton who were killed or missing in the First World War. The names of 13 men are shown on 2 bronze plaques fixed to the pillars on either side of the archway. Of these 13 names, 7 were from the Yorkshire Regiment. Wide buttressed pillars support a Tudor arch topped with a stone slate hipped roof. A form of Fleury cross in stone rises from the centre. The lintel carries a raised inscription, in white outlined in gold paint and on a red background, in Gothic lettering and reading: In Memory of the men of Gilling East, Grimstone and Cawton who gave their lives in the Great War 1914 1919. The memorial is Grade II-listed (List Entry Number: 1392270 Link

Historic England).

David Dixon

Station Road, Gilling East

David Dixon

Fairfax Arms, Gilling East

David Dixon

Track junction, North Side

A crossing of tracks on the edge of woodland at Gilling Park. None of the tracks here are on a public right of way, but there is access and there's also a waymark on the post to the right of the track.

Gordon Hatton

New milepost

This is one of several replacement mileposts set up by Ryedale Urban District Council about 2010/11. They were cast at Cleveland Corrosion in Staithes. Authentic, as they have the hands pointing the wrong way as the original was cast by Mattison's of Bedale.

Chris Minto

Old milepost

This is one of the original late 19thC castings with the hands pointing the wrong way. Ryedale HD stands for Ryedale Highways District. Highways Districts were responsible for road maintenance before and just after County Councils were set up in the 1880s. The name of the foundry, Mattison's of Bedale, is cast inside the left hand side.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

One of four remaining stepstone milestones set up by the York to Oswaldkirk Bank turnpike trust first enacted in 1768. It was agreed in the Minutes of 1772 to set up stones at 3 mile intervals with wooden posts in the intervening miles. Each stone had the mileage to York and Helmsley inscribed but most of the legends are illegible now. This one is York 18/Helmsley 5.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

A view across the small stream by the milestone showing a stone to commemorate the Queen's Sapphire jubilee. The front face of the milestone has the remnants of the legend YORK/18. HELMSLEY/5, once inscribed on the left face, has completely eroded away.

Chris Minto