Pennant Clough

Valley in Yorkshire

England

Pennant Clough

Orchan Rocks Rocky outcrop. — Orchan Rocks Credit: Stephen Shaw

Pennant Clough is a picturesque valley located in the region of Yorkshire, England. Situated within the beautiful landscape of the Pennines, it offers breathtaking views and a serene environment for nature enthusiasts. The valley is renowned for its lush greenery, cascading waterfalls, and meandering streams, making it a popular destination for hikers, walkers, and photographers.

The valley is home to an abundance of flora and fauna, including various species of wildflowers, trees, and birds. The peaceful atmosphere and stunning scenery attract visitors who seek tranquility and a connection with nature. The presence of the clough, a deep ravine carved by a stream, adds an element of drama to the landscape, creating a sense of awe and wonder.

Pennant Clough offers a range of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy. There are numerous walking trails that allow visitors to explore the valley and take in its natural beauty. The clough itself provides opportunities for rock climbing and abseiling for those seeking a more adventurous experience. Additionally, the valley is home to several picnic spots, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy a meal surrounded by nature.

The valley is easily accessible, with a parking area available for visitors. It is also well-connected to nearby towns and villages, making it a convenient day trip destination for both locals and tourists. Overall, Pennant Clough is a hidden gem in Yorkshire, offering a tranquil escape and a chance to immerse oneself in the splendor of nature.

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Pennant Clough Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.727983/-2.1084836 or Grid Reference SD9225. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Orchan Rocks

Rocky outcrop.

Stephen Shaw

Burnley Road, Todmorden

View from Rochdale to Leeds railway

Raymond Knapman

Old Boundary Marker near Flailcroft, Todmorden

Chapelry Boundary Marker beside a footpath north of Flailcroft. Todmorden parish. Inscribed H W A S C C / 1864 for Harley Wood All Saints Consolidated Chapelry. See Link

. Milestone Society National ID: YW_TOD10pb

C Chatham

OS Bench Mark

OS cut bench mark from the first, 19th century, levelling, on flat rock close to the trig point. There is no sign of a pivot or rivet. The BM is shown on the 1853 6" OS map but not on subsequent editions, nor on any 25" maps. Marked as 1434.7 feet above old datum

Phil Johnstone

Dobroyd Clough after storms

At the bottom of the Clough, Network Rail have done much work to stop this sort of debris blocking the culvert under the railway

Kevin Waterhouse

New Railway Footbridge

This has replaced the crossing on the level at Dobroyd Road

Kevin Waterhouse

Site of Dobroyd Road Railway Level Crossing

View South from the new footbridge

Kevin Waterhouse

Dobroyd Road Canal Bridge

The South portal of the bridge that has a small building built abutting the bridge on the West bank (door obscured by the foliage). There are a lot of structures around what is Rochdale Canal Bridge No.30a

Kevin Waterhouse

New Towneley in 1994

The Coal Clough Wind Farm on the skyline beyond was one of the first being commissioned in 1992

Kevin Waterhouse

Lydgate Railway Viaduct in 1994

The railway arch on the far left has since had strengthening work done to counter movement which had caused it to buckle. Knotts Naze towers above

Kevin Waterhouse

Plaque to John Ramsbottom on Todmorden station

The plaque is on the wall of the staircase of the westbound platform. It commemorates a former Director of the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway.

Stephen Craven

Sprinter entering Todmorden station

The station was opened by the Manchester and Leeds Railway in 1840 and passed through the hands of the Lancashire and Yorkshire, London Midland & Scottish Railway and eventually British Rail. It is currently operated by Northern Railway (a publicly owned company). This train is operating a service to Blackburn, using the curve north of Todmorden station that was reopened a few years ago.

Stephen Craven

Train coming off Todmorden viaduct

The line was opened by the Manchester and Leeds Railway in 1840 and passed through the hands of the Lancashire and Yorkshire, London Midland & Scottish Railway and eventually British Rail. Trains are currently operated by Northern Railway (a publicly owned company). This recently introduced Civity diesel unit (195132) is operating a service to Manchester Victoria.

Stephen Craven

Tower of St Mary's Todmorden

The parish church was built in 1770 on the site of an earlier chapel of ease to Rochdale parish (reflecting the town's earlier allegiance to Lancashire), and the clock was added to the tower in 1860. It is listed grade II (list entry 1133750). The tower was being repointed at this time. See SD9324 : The Parish Church of St Mary's, Todmorden for a full height view.

Stephen Craven

Railway arch over Ridge Road

This is the southernmost arch of Todmorden railway viaduct, built c.1840 by George Stephenson for the Manchester and Leeds Railway.

Stephen Craven

ALDI car park, Todmorden

The car park occupies the site of the former Ridgefoot cotton mill.

Stephen Craven

Boundary monument, Todmorden

Todmorden was on the boundary (some would say border) of Lancashire and Yorkshire, until the whole town became part of West Yorkshire in 1974. The monument is on the site of the former Ridgefoot cotton mill, a little way on the Lancashire side of the old boundary. It illustrates the Town Hall nearby, which famously straddled the boundary.

Stephen Craven

River Calder downstream of Stansfield Road, Todmorden

The Yorkshire Calder is quite insignificant, at least in dry weather, at this point approaching the grade II listed railway viaduct of 1840, though the whole upper section of the river is prone to flash flooding.

Stephen Craven

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Pennant Clough is located at Grid Ref: SD9225 (Lat: 53.727983, Lng: -2.1084836)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Calderdale

Police Authority: West Yorkshire