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Huff Clough

Valley in Yorkshire Ribble Valley

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Huff Clough

Keasden road heads down Crutchenber Fell Despite rain overngight and an unpromising sky in the morning, the weather is clearing up enough for a good day out in Gisburn Forest. The Keasden road crosses the watershed at Bowland Knotts and heads south for the forest and Stocks reservoir en route for Slaidburn. This used to be a very quiet road when last I passed this way (probably thirty years ago) but now carries a lot of people to the extensive carparks, paths and bike trails provided by the forestry and water companies.
Keasden road heads down Crutchenber Fell Credit: Andy Waddington

Huff Clough is a picturesque valley located in Yorkshire, England. Situated in the southern part of the county, it offers stunning natural beauty and a tranquil environment for visitors to enjoy. The valley is nestled between rolling hills and is characterized by its lush greenery, meandering streams, and diverse wildlife.

The name "Huff Clough" originates from the Old English word "hufe," which means "a steep-sided valley." This accurately describes the topography of the area, as the valley features steep sides that create a sense of seclusion and intimacy. The valley is also known for its dense woodland, with a variety of trees such as oak, beech, and pine covering the slopes.

Huff Clough is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. It offers a network of well-maintained walking trails that meander through the valley, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The area is also home to several rare plant species, making it a haven for botany enthusiasts.

Wildlife is abundant in Huff Clough, with sightings of deer, rabbits, and various bird species being common. The valley is particularly renowned for its birdwatching opportunities, attracting enthusiasts from far and wide.

Visitors to Huff Clough can also enjoy picnicking by the streams or simply immersing themselves in the tranquil atmosphere of the valley. The area is easily accessible by road and is within close proximity to nearby towns and villages.

Overall, Huff Clough offers a serene and picturesque retreat for those seeking a connection with nature in the heart of Yorkshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.025716/-2.413468 or Grid Reference SD7358. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Keasden road heads down Crutchenber Fell Despite rain overngight and an unpromising sky in the morning, the weather is clearing up enough for a good day out in Gisburn Forest. The Keasden road crosses the watershed at Bowland Knotts and heads south for the forest and Stocks reservoir en route for Slaidburn. This used to be a very quiet road when last I passed this way (probably thirty years ago) but now carries a lot of people to the extensive carparks, paths and bike trails provided by the forestry and water companies.
Keasden road heads down Crutchenber Fell
Despite rain overngight and an unpromising sky in the morning, the weather is clearing up enough for a good day out in Gisburn Forest. The Keasden road crosses the watershed at Bowland Knotts and heads south for the forest and Stocks reservoir en route for Slaidburn. This used to be a very quiet road when last I passed this way (probably thirty years ago) but now carries a lot of people to the extensive carparks, paths and bike trails provided by the forestry and water companies.
View of Forest of Bowland from near Stocks Reservoir The view shows the River Hodder just after it flows into the Stocks reservoir. It flows south to join the River Ribble. The hills in the distance are part of the Forest of Bowland
View of Forest of Bowland from near Stocks Reservoir
The view shows the River Hodder just after it flows into the Stocks reservoir. It flows south to join the River Ribble. The hills in the distance are part of the Forest of Bowland
The northern marches of Gisburn Forest The most recently planted part of Gisburn Forest is also the most northerly and forms an isolated outpost not visited by the main mountain bike trails. The Keasden road descends to it over Crutchenber Fell, passing through it to reach the more mature and popular sections around Stocks reservoir.
The northern marches of Gisburn Forest
The most recently planted part of Gisburn Forest is also the most northerly and forms an isolated outpost not visited by the main mountain bike trails. The Keasden road descends to it over Crutchenber Fell, passing through it to reach the more mature and popular sections around Stocks reservoir.
Looking over Coat Rakes to Dale House Dale House is just by the road north from Gisburn Forest towards Clapham in the Yorkshire Dales. The track here goes to Halsteads Farm, whilst a rougher track to the right goes to Cocklick End, not a place to mention in social media posts, as an AI is likely to take exception...
Looking over Coat Rakes to Dale House
Dale House is just by the road north from Gisburn Forest towards Clapham in the Yorkshire Dales. The track here goes to Halsteads Farm, whilst a rougher track to the right goes to Cocklick End, not a place to mention in social media posts, as an AI is likely to take exception...
Higher Clough On the west side of the Keasden road, land rises to Green Pike above Higher Clough (the farmhouse in the sun). The moor on the far horizon is CROW Access Land, but most of what is visible in this view has no public access.
Higher Clough
On the west side of the Keasden road, land rises to Green Pike above Higher Clough (the farmhouse in the sun). The moor on the far horizon is CROW Access Land, but most of what is visible in this view has no public access.
Footpath to White Hill House A small car park on a corner of School Lane (room for four cars, maybe five if carefully packed) serves this rather wet and muddy footpath heading into Gisburn Forest. The forest is popular with off-road cyclists, but this trail is one of those explicitly signed with a cycling prohibition which suited me fine - I wanted a nice wide track, thanks, and headed a little further south for my ride.
Footpath to White Hill House
A small car park on a corner of School Lane (room for four cars, maybe five if carefully packed) serves this rather wet and muddy footpath heading into Gisburn Forest. The forest is popular with off-road cyclists, but this trail is one of those explicitly signed with a cycling prohibition which suited me fine - I wanted a nice wide track, thanks, and headed a little further south for my ride.
Catlow Farm Forest of Bowland Taken from the farm road leading to Catlow Farm, looking in a NE direction
Catlow Farm Forest of Bowland
Taken from the farm road leading to Catlow Farm, looking in a NE direction
Crutchenber Fell Looking towards Gisburn Forest
Crutchenber Fell
Looking towards Gisburn Forest
Coat Rakes Bridge On Hasgill Beck
Coat Rakes Bridge
On Hasgill Beck
Path to Bottoms Beck In Gisburn Forest
Path to Bottoms Beck
In Gisburn Forest
Catlow Plantation Just above the original plantation. Looking towards Knot Clough and Bowland Knotts
Catlow Plantation
Just above the original plantation. Looking towards Knot Clough and Bowland Knotts
Catlow Plantation From Hasgill Fell. The small beck is called Kearsden Holes
Catlow Plantation
From Hasgill Fell. The small beck is called Kearsden Holes
Track and ruin, The Height Looking towards Stocks Reservoir.
Track and ruin, The Height
Looking towards Stocks Reservoir.
Walls Just in the north edge of the square looking down towards Stock Reservoir
Walls
Just in the north edge of the square looking down towards Stock Reservoir
Descent to Bottoms Down through Gisburn Forest to a little strath called Bottoms. Stooping very low now to add that Cocklick End is in the next square and Tosside is the nearest village.
Descent to Bottoms
Down through Gisburn Forest to a little strath called Bottoms. Stooping very low now to add that Cocklick End is in the next square and Tosside is the nearest village.
Wall Stocks Reservoir On the edge of Gisburn Forest
Wall Stocks Reservoir
On the edge of Gisburn Forest
Dob Beck Dob Dale runs along Gisburn Forest Edge at this point before cutting into the Forest on the right. Typical Bank Holiday cloud overhead.
Dob Beck
Dob Dale runs along Gisburn Forest Edge at this point before cutting into the Forest on the right. Typical Bank Holiday cloud overhead.
Sheep and Lambs at Bottoms The sheep in the middle of the picture was a few minutes earlier bungee jumping around on the end of two pine branches which it had become entangled on with its lamb bleating mournfully. I spent 10 minutes disentangling it then watched the joyful reunion. Ahh... another successful Geograph rescue.
Sheep and Lambs at Bottoms
The sheep in the middle of the picture was a few minutes earlier bungee jumping around on the end of two pine branches which it had become entangled on with its lamb bleating mournfully. I spent 10 minutes disentangling it then watched the joyful reunion. Ahh... another successful Geograph rescue.
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Huff Clough is located at Grid Ref: SD7358 (Lat: 54.025716, Lng: -2.413468)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Ribble Valley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Located within 500m of 54.025716,-2.413468
Power: pole
Transformer: yes
Lat/Long: 54.0244194/-2.4065792
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Orientation: south
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 20
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 54.0245525/-2.4065643
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Dale House Barn
Addr City: Clitheroe
Addr Housename: Dalehead Farm
Addr Postcode: BB7 4TS
Guest House: bed_and_breakfast
Tourism: guest_house
Website: https://dalehousebarn.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 54.0245879/-2.4065487
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Charging Station
Access: customers
Capacity: 1
Motorcar: yes
Network: Charge My Street
Operator: Dale House Barn
Socket Type2: 1
Lat/Long: 54.0246308/-2.4065115
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Passing Place
Lat/Long: 54.027116/-2.4102887
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Lat/Long: 54.0266873/-2.4096665
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Green Pike
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Lat/Long: 54.0254207/-2.4164454
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