Hole Bottom

Valley in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Hole Bottom

Old Moor Gate A little used bridleway. — Old Moor Gate Credit: Mick Garratt

Hole Bottom is a picturesque valley located in Yorkshire, England. Nestled amidst the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales, this idyllic valley offers breathtaking natural beauty and a tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

The valley is characterized by its lush green meadows, meandering streams, and charming stone cottages. The surrounding hills provide a stunning backdrop, with their rugged terrain and heather-clad slopes. Visitors to Hole Bottom can enjoy leisurely walks or hikes along the numerous footpaths that crisscross the valley, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the serene countryside.

The valley is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including various species of birds, mammals, and insects. On a lucky day, visitors may spot elusive creatures such as red deer, hares, or even the occasional otter along the streams. The valley also boasts a rich array of plant life, with wildflowers carpeting the meadows during the spring and summer months.

For those seeking a taste of local culture, the nearby villages offer traditional pubs, charming tea rooms, and quaint shops that sell locally produced goods. The friendly locals are always happy to share stories and recommendations, ensuring a warm welcome for visitors.

Hole Bottom truly offers a peaceful retreat, allowing visitors to reconnect with nature and experience the timeless beauty of the Yorkshire countryside. Its unspoiled landscapes and charming atmosphere make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a respite from the hectic pace of modern life.

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Hole Bottom Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.369331/-2.0092936 or Grid Reference SD9997. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Moor Gate

A little used bridleway.

Mick Garratt

Shooting Hut at Blue Hill

Mick Garratt

Swaledale footpath

Part of what is an ancient route between Feetham and Healaugh contouring the hillside above the present B6270 which drops to the flood prone meadows by the Swale. At its eastern end this path heads for Barney Beck High Bridge, which also has medieval origins.

Gordon Hatton

Estate road below Beldow Hill

Beldow Hill is a fairly vague location on the northern slope of High Carl and Gibbon Hill, which are themselves two minor features of the southern side of Swaledale. The road is heading eastwards towards a shooting hut where, on earlier visits the photographer has found a stuffed ram in one of the unlocked rooms! It was absent on this occasion.

Trevor Littlewood

Estate road north of High Carl

The road is on the southern slope of Swaledale; it follows a route which is also that of a bridleway.

Trevor Littlewood

Summit area of High Carl

High Carl is a moorland hill top near to Apedale Head. The fence crosses close to the hill's highest point which may well be just beyond the fence line - OS mapping gives a spot height in that direction, west of the fence angle, at 555m. The low boundary stone is cut with a 'B' on the south side which is in view; there's the letter 'F' on the other side.

Trevor Littlewood

Slope descending near Browna Gill

The slope is on the south side of Swaledale. Calver Hill is on the far side of the valley at the centre of the image with Fremington Edge to the right of it and more distant.

Trevor Littlewood

Pond, Apedale Head

A former pit shaft I think.

Mick Garratt

Ruins of Plaintree House

Once a farmhouse on High Whitaside, this ruin would appear to have been abandoned over 50 years ago.

Gordon Hatton

Plaintree House ruins

Situated above the 1000ft contour on High Whitaside, life here would have always been hard. One of several ruined farmhouses in the area. The hill of Blea Barf in the distance.

Gordon Hatton

Technology comes to Swaledale

New communications mast at High Whitaside.

Gordon Hatton

Footpath at High Whitaside

Heading downhill on Grinton parish footpath number 46. The Swale can be seen in the distance with large areas of pebble showing due to the dry spring weather.

Gordon Hatton

Lane House

One of several farmhouses, some of which have been converted for holiday use, that are scattered along the hillside at High Whitaside. Most settlement in Swaledale is on the north side to catch the sun and take advantage of better ground, but here the steep southern slopes of the dale relent to provide an area of relatively sunny ground with reasonable soils.

Gordon Hatton

Ruined barn , High Whitaside

There are many Dales barns in this sort of state, and others which are in danger of going the same way unless money is spent on them. When a barn has no particular use, what do you do with it?

Gordon Hatton

Twin bridges over Haverdale Beck

The public footpath crosses the concrete beam bridge on the left. This looks like one of the typical North Riding bridges of the 1960's, whilst to the right is a farmers sleeper bridge giving acees to the fields.

Gordon Hatton

Waterfall on Haverdale Beck [1]

Haverdale Beck splashes its way down over limestone outcrops below Crackpot hamlet.

Gordon Hatton

Waterfall on Haverdale Beck [2]

A few metres below the first fall is this larger one which is between 2 and 3 metres high. The rock lip is carboniferous limestone in the Yoredale series.

Gordon Hatton

Haverdale beck and 'The Gables'

Looking across the final section of Haverdale Beck towards The Gables Guest House, which was originally the vicarage for Melbecks parish. This seems a trifle odd as the house is within Grinton parish.

Gordon Hatton

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Hole Bottom is located at Grid Ref: SD9997 (Lat: 54.369331, Lng: -2.0092936)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Richmondshire

Police Authority: North Yorkshire