Mossy Bottom

Valley in Yorkshire South Lakeland

England

Mossy Bottom

Early morning Dent Head Viaduct
Early morning Dent Head Viaduct Credit: Colin Park

Mossy Bottom is a picturesque valley located in the heart of Yorkshire, England. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, this charming village offers residents and visitors a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

The valley gets its name from the abundance of moss-covered stones that dot the landscape, adding to its rustic and idyllic charm. Mossy Bottom is known for its stunning natural beauty, with crystal-clear streams and meandering footpaths that invite outdoor enthusiasts to explore the area.

The village itself is a small, close-knit community with a population of around 500. It is home to a delightful mix of traditional stone cottages and more modern houses, blending seamlessly with the surrounding countryside. The friendly locals take great pride in their village and its heritage, ensuring that Mossy Bottom retains its authentic character.

Although small in size, Mossy Bottom offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. The village boasts a charming pub, where locals and visitors can enjoy a pint of locally brewed ale and indulge in traditional Yorkshire dishes. Additionally, there is a village hall that hosts various community events throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community spirit.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Mossy Bottom offers ample opportunities for walking, hiking, and cycling. The valley is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area.

Overall, Mossy Bottom is a hidden gem in the Yorkshire countryside, offering a tranquil and beautiful setting for those seeking respite from the demands of everyday life.

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Mossy Bottom Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.248704/-2.3455148 or Grid Reference SD7783. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Early morning Dent Head Viaduct
Early morning Dent Head Viaduct
Fell End Gill
Fell End Gill
Dent Head Viaduct
Dent Head Viaduct
Dent Head Viaduct The ten-arched Dent Head Viaduct is one of a number of such structures on the Settle to Carlisle Railway line.
Dent Head Viaduct
The ten-arched Dent Head Viaduct is one of a number of such structures on the Settle to Carlisle Railway line.
Inside Blea Moor Tunnel, heading south
Inside Blea Moor Tunnel, heading south
near Dent Head Train about to enter Bleamoor Tunnel from the north
near Dent Head
Train about to enter Bleamoor Tunnel from the north
Dent Head Viaduct
Dent Head Viaduct
The Railway Viaduct
The Railway Viaduct
Scale Gill Foot Farm, Dentdale A ruined farmhouse where one of my ancestors was born.
Scale Gill Foot Farm, Dentdale
A ruined farmhouse where one of my ancestors was born.
Dent Head Viaduct Viaduct on the Settle to Carlisle railway line
Dent Head Viaduct
Viaduct on the Settle to Carlisle railway line
Newby Head Moss B6255 with the junction for Dent
Newby Head Moss
B6255 with the junction for Dent
Derelict barn From the Dent Road looking to Wold Fell.
Derelict barn
From the Dent Road looking to Wold Fell.
Arten Gill Viaduct Artengill drops down to Stonehouse at the northern end of the Whernside massif.  Y Dales.
Arten Gill Viaduct
Artengill drops down to Stonehouse at the northern end of the Whernside massif. Y Dales.
Dent Head Viaduct and the Northern End of Blea Moor Tunnel Looking down from Wold Fell, the Settle to Carlisle railway line can be seen passing over Dent Head viaduct and disappearing into Blea Moor Tunnel.  On the horizon, to the right, Simon Fell and Ingleborough is seen, while to the left, Pendle Hill in Lancashire can just be made out.
Dent Head Viaduct and the Northern End of Blea Moor Tunnel
Looking down from Wold Fell, the Settle to Carlisle railway line can be seen passing over Dent Head viaduct and disappearing into Blea Moor Tunnel. On the horizon, to the right, Simon Fell and Ingleborough is seen, while to the left, Pendle Hill in Lancashire can just be made out.
Newby Head Farm This must be one of the bleakest places to farm in Britain. This is the road from Hawes via Ribblehead to Ingleton and this farm is at very close to 1400 feet/430 metres ASL. It is approximately 6 miles in the middle of nowhere from the nearest village of any type.
Newby Head Farm
This must be one of the bleakest places to farm in Britain. This is the road from Hawes via Ribblehead to Ingleton and this farm is at very close to 1400 feet/430 metres ASL. It is approximately 6 miles in the middle of nowhere from the nearest village of any type.
Air shaft above Blea Moor tunnel This is the southernmost of three remaining air shafts built to ventilate the Settle/Carlisle railway as it passes beneath Blea Moor.  The snow-covered mountain in the background is Whernside, the highest of Yorkshire's "Three Peaks"
Air shaft above Blea Moor tunnel
This is the southernmost of three remaining air shafts built to ventilate the Settle/Carlisle railway as it passes beneath Blea Moor. The snow-covered mountain in the background is Whernside, the highest of Yorkshire's "Three Peaks"
Spoil heaps and airshafts. The three spoilheaps were produced when sinking shafts to ventilate the Blea Moor Tunnel which runs diagonally beneath this square.  There is also a fourth shaft beyond the hill.
Spoil heaps and airshafts.
The three spoilheaps were produced when sinking shafts to ventilate the Blea Moor Tunnel which runs diagonally beneath this square. There is also a fourth shaft beyond the hill.
Stone Structure on Blea Moor. Just in the square, this ruin is the base of a winding engine which hauled trucks up from a navvies' camp at Batty Moss. A path above the line of Blea Moor tunnel is the trackbed of the contractor's railway. (Thanks to John Illingworth for this info).
Stone Structure on Blea Moor.
Just in the square, this ruin is the base of a winding engine which hauled trucks up from a navvies' camp at Batty Moss. A path above the line of Blea Moor tunnel is the trackbed of the contractor's railway. (Thanks to John Illingworth for this info).
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Mossy Bottom is located at Grid Ref: SD7783 (Lat: 54.248704, Lng: -2.3455148)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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///octagon.cabinet.erupt. Near Ingleton, North Yorkshire

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