Burn House Clough

Valley in Yorkshire Ribble Valley

England

Burn House Clough

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on the roadside wall of a former farm building - now holiday accommodation - at Laythams Farm.
The benchmark has a recorded height of 204.2374 metres above sea level.
For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm152241" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm152241">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — Ordnance Survey Cut Mark Credit: Peter Wood

Burn House Clough is a picturesque valley located in Yorkshire, England. Nestled within the stunning countryside, this idyllic area offers visitors a tranquil retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The valley is renowned for its natural beauty, with lush green meadows, rolling hills, and a meandering river that runs through its heart. The landscape is dotted with charming stone cottages and quaint farms, adding to the area's rustic charm.

Nature lovers will be delighted by the diverse flora and fauna that call Burn House Clough home. The valley boasts an array of native wildflowers, including bluebells and primroses, which create a vibrant carpet of color in the springtime. In addition, the area is a haven for birdwatchers, with a variety of species such as kingfishers and owls often spotted along the riverbanks.

For those seeking adventure, Burn House Clough offers numerous walking trails and hiking routes, providing an opportunity to explore the valley's hidden gems. The paths wind through ancient woodlands, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and the chance to spot wildlife in its natural habitat.

Local amenities in the area include charming country pubs and cozy tearooms, where visitors can indulge in traditional Yorkshire cuisine and enjoy a warm welcome from the friendly locals.

In conclusion, Burn House Clough is a breathtaking valley in Yorkshire that offers visitors a peaceful and picturesque retreat. With its stunning natural landscapes, abundant wildlife, and charming rural atmosphere, it is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Burn House Clough Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.970724/-2.4978204 or Grid Reference SD6752. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This mark can be found on the roadside wall of a former farm building - now holiday accommodation - at Laythams Farm. The benchmark has a recorded height of 204.2374 metres above sea level. For more detail see : Link

Peter Wood

Looking up Beatrix Fell from the path

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Dilworth Barn

View of Dilworth Barn with Dunsop Fell in the background.

Peter McDermott

Brunghill Moor

Brunghill Moor Farm.

Peter McDermott

Cairn on the western edge of Beatrix Fell

Seen from the footpath on the eastern side of Whitendale. The cairn, named as "Stone Haw Guide" on larger scale maps, is very prominent and marked on the O.S. map.

Stephen Craven

Engineering support for the aqueduct

There must have been a significant landslip at some time in the past, as the aqueduct pipe is carried in a concrete frame for a distance of about 90m. The concrete frame looks several decades old, but below it is an extensive area of much fresher looking rock fill with massive gabions at the toe, suggesting a more recent movement of the hillside. See also SD6654 : Geoengineering on the path on the east bank of the Whitendale River near Stony Clough taken the previous year.

Stephen Craven

Path along the aqueduct

The public footpath runs on top of the Whitendale aqueduct for a considerable distance.

Stephen Craven

Water board marker post

BCWW is Blackburn Corporation Water Works, who laid the aqueduct (raw water main) beneath this track.

Stephen Craven

Little Costy Clough

Seen from across Costy Clough.

Stephen Craven

Aqueduct crossing Costy Clough

A short enough span for the spigot-and-socket pipes to need no intermediate support; the timber bridge simply takes the public footpath across the stream.

Stephen Craven

Aqueduct crossing Little Costy Clough

A short enough span for the spigot-and-socket pipes to need no intermediate support; the timber bridge simply takes the public footpath across the stream.

Stephen Craven

Waterfall in Costy Clough

Viewed from the taking the public footpath across the stream SD6553 : Aqueduct crossing Costy Clough .

Stephen Craven

Cascade in Little Costy Clough

Viewed from the taking the public footpath across the stream SD6553 : Aqueduct crossing Little Costy Clough .

Stephen Craven

Waterworks building by the Whitendale River

There are several valves and other bits of plant nearby, probably relating to the (now disused) water intake in the clough nearby SD6653 : Water Intake, Costy Clough. The building itself may have been nothing more than a store. For a view of the interior, see SD6553 : Interior of small building on east bank of Whitendale River.

Stephen Craven

Mystery object at the waterworks

Outside a small stone building SD6553 : Waterworks building by the Whitendale River. It consists of a pair of iron collars, one fastened to an upright iron post. Was the other end originally fastened to a similar post (and why?) or was it perhaps for tying up a horse?

Stephen Craven

Site of a landslip

All along the Dunsop and Whitendale valleys we saw evidence of former landslips. In this instance at least, the cause seems to have been a geological fault, as the exposed ground was highly fractured shale rather than the more solid rock either side. But the angle of the tree trunks suggests continual movement in the hillside here.

Stephen Craven