Dry Clough

Valley in Yorkshire Ribble Valley

England

Dry Clough

View NW Towards the Bowland Fells — View NW Credit: Charles Rawding

Dry Clough is a picturesque valley located in Yorkshire, England. Nestled in the heart of the Pennines, this valley is known for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The name "Dry Clough" refers to the absence of a stream or river running through the valley, distinguishing it from other nearby valleys.

The landscape of Dry Clough is dominated by rolling hills covered in lush green vegetation, interspersed with rocky outcrops and ancient woodlands. The valley offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, with its meandering footpaths and open fields, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The flora and fauna found in Dry Clough are diverse and abundant. Wildflowers carpet the valley floor during the spring and summer months, providing a vibrant burst of color. Various species of birds, such as thrushes and woodpeckers, can be spotted among the trees, while small mammals like rabbits and squirrels scurry about.

Dry Clough is also rich in history and boasts several archaeological sites. Ruins of old stone cottages and farming structures can be discovered along the valley, remnants of the area's agricultural heritage. Additionally, there are traces of ancient settlements, including burial mounds and stone circles, dating back to prehistoric times.

Overall, Dry Clough offers a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful and immersive experience in the heart of Yorkshire.

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Dry Clough Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.997113/-2.4731336 or Grid Reference SD6955. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View NW

Towards the Bowland Fells

Charles Rawding

Harkers Farm

On the road to Slaidburn in the wonderful Forest of Bowland

Michael Graham

Croasdale House

Farmhouse in Bowland.

John Illingworth

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It's the best house ever.

katieh handley

Ruin , Lane Side

Peter Bond

Lane Side

Alexander P Kapp

Entering Croasdale House

Entering the precincts of Croasdale House from the north.

Chris Heaton

Croasdale House

John H Darch

Laithe near Croasdale House

Stone barn passed while following the footpath from Croasdale to Harkers on the Slaidburn/Bentham Road

Chris Heaton

Ruined farm Lane Side

Tom Richardson

Memorial to WW2 air crash victims

A recently erected stone memorial (probably marking 70 years since the end of World War 2) to the victims of several military air crashes which occurred on the nearby fells of the Forest of Bowland. The memorial stone stands by the gate where the public minor road from Slaidburn becomes the Salters Way track across the moors to Hornby and Wray.

Pete Walker

Croasdale and Fell End seen from the stone shelter

View down Croasdale and across to Fell End, as seen from the stone shelter above the quarry. The Salters Way / Hornby Road track can be seen descending towards the Slaidburn area.

Pete Walker

Croasdale Quarry seen from the south-east

The Croasdale quarry (at an elevation of approx 340m AOD), seen from the east from the Hornby Road track. The quarry has been disused since at least the 1960s, and heather and bracken are increasingly colonising the spoil heaps and softening the scars on the landscape.

Pete Walker

View up Croasdale from the Hornby Road

The wild grandeur of Croasdale as first seen when turning the corner into the valley on the Hornby Road track, beyond the gates where motor vehicle access ends. I first saw, and was greatly impressed by, this view on 18 September 1975 and have returned several times since to enjoy the solitude and beauty of this valley.

Pete Walker

Lancashire Witches Walk - Tercet 6

The Lancashire Witches Walk runs between Barrowford and Lancaster Castle, and was created to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the Lancashire Witches trial and hangings in 1612. Ten cast iron waymarkers created by Stephen Raw have been installed along the route. Each waymarker commemorates one of the "witches" (Elizabeth Device in this case), and is inscribed with one tercet of The Lancashire Witches poem by Carol Ann Duffy. See SD7152 : Tercet marker, Slaidburn and SD5764 : Lancashire Witches Walk - Tercet 7.

Ian Taylor