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Wiswell Moor Bottom

Valley in Lancashire Ribble Valley

England

Wiswell Moor Bottom

Old Milestone, Read Currently located in Whins Lane, Read. Inscription: To / Whalley / 2 Miles / To Clitheroe / 6 Miles // To / Padiham / 2 Miles / to Burnley / 3½ Miles Milestone Society National ID: LA_BUCL06
Old Milestone, Read Credit: David Phillips

Wiswell Moor Bottom is a picturesque valley located in the county of Lancashire, England. Nestled in the rural countryside, this idyllic location offers stunning natural beauty and a sense of tranquility.

The valley is situated near the village of Wiswell, which is known for its charming stone houses and friendly community. Wiswell Moor Bottom is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, creating a peaceful and serene ambience. The area is predominantly rural, with a few scattered farms and agricultural land.

The valley is intersected by a small stream, adding to its charm and providing a habitat for various wildlife species. The stream flows gently through the valley, creating a soothing soundtrack of trickling water. The surrounding vegetation includes tall grasses, wildflowers, and scattered trees, which enhance the natural beauty of the area.

Wiswell Moor Bottom is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The valley offers numerous walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore the area and enjoy the breathtaking views. It is also a great spot for birdwatching, with a variety of bird species that can be spotted throughout the year.

Overall, Wiswell Moor Bottom is a hidden gem in Lancashire, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its stunning landscapes and natural beauty, it is a place where visitors can immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.822453/-2.3616981 or Grid Reference SD7636. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milestone, Read Currently located in Whins Lane, Read. Inscription: To / Whalley / 2 Miles / To Clitheroe / 6 Miles // To / Padiham / 2 Miles / to Burnley / 3½ Miles Milestone Society National ID: LA_BUCL06
Old Milestone, Read
Currently located in Whins Lane, Read. Inscription: To / Whalley / 2 Miles / To Clitheroe / 6 Miles // To / Padiham / 2 Miles / to Burnley / 3½ Miles Milestone Society National ID: LA_BUCL06
Old Wayside Cross off Trapp Lane Simon's Cross, the base of a wayside cross. Set beside a footpath leaving a gate on the east side of Trapp Lane on the boundary of Simonstone and Read parishes. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://thejournalofantiquities.com/2016/06/15/simons-cross-simonstone-near-padiham-lancashire/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://thejournalofantiquities.com/2016/06/15/simons-cross-simonstone-near-padiham-lancashire/">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> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1122007" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1122007">Link</a>. Milestone Society National ID: LARV_SIM
Old Wayside Cross off Trapp Lane
Simon's Cross, the base of a wayside cross. Set beside a footpath leaving a gate on the east side of Trapp Lane on the boundary of Simonstone and Read parishes. See also LinkExternal link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: LARV_SIM
Footbridge over Sabden Brook below Hodgeon Stone Plantation
Footbridge over Sabden Brook below Hodgeon Stone Plantation
Jeppe Knave Grave above Wiswell At the side of the depression there is a large stone with an inscription which says: JEPPE KNAVE GRAVE as well as a small incised cross; the cross was probably carved in the 1960s. According to legend, one Jeppe Curteys a highwayman was beheaded for his crimes in 1327; he was subsequently buried here at this solitary spot on the moor. The name "Knave" is usually taken to mean 'a wrong doer', but it could also be the Norse word for a boy, youth or servant. So this is much more likely to be an earlier prehistoric/Dark Age burial site - pre-dating the highwayman by a few thousand years. (source Megalithic portal)
Jeppe Knave Grave above Wiswell
At the side of the depression there is a large stone with an inscription which says: JEPPE KNAVE GRAVE as well as a small incised cross; the cross was probably carved in the 1960s. According to legend, one Jeppe Curteys a highwayman was beheaded for his crimes in 1327; he was subsequently buried here at this solitary spot on the moor. The name "Knave" is usually taken to mean 'a wrong doer', but it could also be the Norse word for a boy, youth or servant. So this is much more likely to be an earlier prehistoric/Dark Age burial site - pre-dating the highwayman by a few thousand years. (source Megalithic portal)
Trig Point on The Rough above Wiswell
Trig Point on The Rough above Wiswell
Old Bridge Marker on the A671 Whalley Road Bridge Marker set in the parapet of Read New Bridge, Sabden Brook, next to boundary marker LA_BUCL06pb, on the north side of the A671 Whalley Road. On the boundary of Whalley and Read parishes. Milestone Society National ID: LA_WHAREA01br
Old Bridge Marker on the A671 Whalley Road
Bridge Marker set in the parapet of Read New Bridge, Sabden Brook, next to boundary marker LA_BUCL06pb, on the north side of the A671 Whalley Road. On the boundary of Whalley and Read parishes. Milestone Society National ID: LA_WHAREA01br
Village Signpost on the A671 Whalley Road near Read New Bridge Located on the northeast side of the A671 Whalley Road at the east end of Read New Bridge in Read parish. Milestone Society National ID: LA_SD7434V
Village Signpost on the A671 Whalley Road near Read New Bridge
Located on the northeast side of the A671 Whalley Road at the east end of Read New Bridge in Read parish. Milestone Society National ID: LA_SD7434V
Village Signpost on the A671 Whalley Road on Read New Bridge Located on the southwest side of the A671 Whalley Road on Read New Bridge in Read parish. Milestone Society National ID: LA_SD7434W
Village Signpost on the A671 Whalley Road on Read New Bridge
Located on the southwest side of the A671 Whalley Road on Read New Bridge in Read parish. Milestone Society National ID: LA_SD7434W
Footpath off Carleton Road The entrance leading to the footpath from Carleton road Simonstone.
Footpath off Carleton Road
The entrance leading to the footpath from Carleton road Simonstone.
Gate for path off Clerk Hill Road The gate for the footpath on Clerk Hill Road leading to Lower Clerk Hill and Hollins Farm.
Gate for path off Clerk Hill Road
The gate for the footpath on Clerk Hill Road leading to Lower Clerk Hill and Hollins Farm.
Gate on Clerk Hill Road The gateway just past Wiswell Moor Houses on Clerk Hill Road, a view of this gate from the opposite direction can be seen here - <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3358541" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3358541">Link</a>. Description regarding footpaths here -<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2266920" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2266920">Link</a>
Gate on Clerk Hill Road
The gateway just past Wiswell Moor Houses on Clerk Hill Road, a view of this gate from the opposite direction can be seen here - Link. Description regarding footpaths here -Link
This takes a bit of mowing
This takes a bit of mowing
The Old Roman Road
The Old Roman Road
Wiswell Moor
Wiswell Moor
A stile and footpath opposite Laneside Farm
A stile and footpath opposite Laneside Farm
Whins Brook
Whins Brook
A tree and a couple of stumps on the moor
A tree and a couple of stumps on the moor
Sabden Brook downstream
Sabden Brook downstream
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Wiswell Moor Bottom is located at Grid Ref: SD7636 (Lat: 53.822453, Lng: -2.3616981)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Ribble Valley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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