Arkengarthdale

Valley in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Arkengarthdale

Track leading onto Turf Moor Heads away from the moorland road between Arkengarthdale and Low Row
Track leading onto Turf Moor Credit: Chris Heaton

Arkengarthdale, a picturesque valley located in the heart of Yorkshire, England, is a serene and idyllic destination that offers a glimpse into the region's rich history and natural beauty. Nestled within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Arkengarthdale is a rural paradise renowned for its stunning landscapes, charming villages, and tranquil atmosphere.

The valley is characterized by rolling green hills, meandering streams, and scattered limestone outcrops, providing a perfect backdrop for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers alike. The area is dotted with traditional stone-built houses, many of which date back centuries, adding to its timeless appeal.

Arkengarthdale is also known for its rich mining heritage. In the 18th and 19th centuries, lead mining was a significant industry in the area, shaping the landscape and providing livelihoods for local communities. Today, remnants of this industrial past can still be seen, with old mines and mining buildings scattered throughout the valley.

The village of Langthwaite, situated in the heart of Arkengarthdale, is a charming settlement that captures the essence of rural Yorkshire. With its quaint stone cottages, a picturesque village green, and a welcoming pub, it serves as a perfect base for visitors to explore the valley.

Nature lovers can indulge in a variety of outdoor activities in Arkengarthdale, including hiking, cycling, birdwatching, and fishing. The valley is home to diverse wildlife, including rare bird species, such as the black grouse and the redshank.

All in all, Arkengarthdale offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of Yorkshire's countryside and experience the region's rich history firsthand.

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Arkengarthdale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.417538/-1.9886402 or Grid Reference NZ0002. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track leading onto Turf Moor Heads away from the moorland road between Arkengarthdale and Low Row
Track leading onto Turf Moor
Heads away from the moorland road between Arkengarthdale and Low Row
On Turf Moor Moorland road between Low Row in Swaledale and Arkengarthdale
On Turf Moor
Moorland road between Low Row in Swaledale and Arkengarthdale
Mine spoil and trees above Arkengarthdale The mine spoil appears to be finally divided and might be crushed material, waste from the initial processing of ore once it was mined. The trees are in the upper part of Tottergill Pasture.
The valley of Shaw Beck is sunlit in the distance.
Mine spoil and trees above Arkengarthdale
The mine spoil appears to be finally divided and might be crushed material, waste from the initial processing of ore once it was mined. The trees are in the upper part of Tottergill Pasture. The valley of Shaw Beck is sunlit in the distance.
Near Eskeleth Bridge In Arkengarthdale.
Near Eskeleth Bridge
In Arkengarthdale.
Langthwaite Church Arkengarthdale
Langthwaite Church Arkengarthdale
Bridleway to Reeth Taken south east of Langthwaite on the bridleway to Reeth.  Arkle Beck is just to the right of the photograph.
Bridleway to Reeth
Taken south east of Langthwaite on the bridleway to Reeth. Arkle Beck is just to the right of the photograph.
Footbridge over Arkle Beck More a small river than a beck!
Footbridge over Arkle Beck
More a small river than a beck!
View towards Fremington Edge
View towards Fremington Edge
View from West Raw Croft Farm
View from West Raw Croft Farm
Footpath to West Raw Croft Farm The drive to the farm acts as a footpath that takes walkers to the farm and on the Fremington Edge.
Footpath to West Raw Croft Farm
The drive to the farm acts as a footpath that takes walkers to the farm and on the Fremington Edge.
Footpath to Healaugh The footpath crosses Reeth Low Moor on its way to Healaugh.
Footpath to Healaugh
The footpath crosses Reeth Low Moor on its way to Healaugh.
Grouse butts on Reeth Low Moor Heather moors need to be managed, as when left heather grows into a dense mass of long woody stems that support very little wildlife, has no grazing or economic value, and is a serious fire risk. When managed, the result is patchwork effect we see in this area of the moor.  The oldest heather providing cover and the new shoots providing food both for birds and sheep. 

The butts stretch across the hillside and at this time of the year they provide shelter for ewes with their lambs.
Grouse butts on Reeth Low Moor
Heather moors need to be managed, as when left heather grows into a dense mass of long woody stems that support very little wildlife, has no grazing or economic value, and is a serious fire risk. When managed, the result is patchwork effect we see in this area of the moor. The oldest heather providing cover and the new shoots providing food both for birds and sheep. The butts stretch across the hillside and at this time of the year they provide shelter for ewes with their lambs.
Drystone wall near Raw Bank Drystone walls are built without mortar, and their stability – they can stand for 200 years – is due to the skill of the craftsmen who place rough boulders and angular stones together.

Many drystone walls were constructed as part of the enclosure of open grazing. They were especially useful in areas too exposed for hedgerows to survive and where stones were readily available.

Most drystone walls are wider at the base than at the crown, and are often capped with coping stones. A typical wall has two outer layers of large, flattish stones enclosing an inner ‘heart’ of smaller, rounder stones. Often it is reinforced with ‘through bands’ of even larger, flat stones which can also be used as stiles.

The very dryness of a wall makes it more likely to endure wind and frost and to act as shelter for livestock as well as a boundary.
Drystone wall near Raw Bank
Drystone walls are built without mortar, and their stability – they can stand for 200 years – is due to the skill of the craftsmen who place rough boulders and angular stones together. Many drystone walls were constructed as part of the enclosure of open grazing. They were especially useful in areas too exposed for hedgerows to survive and where stones were readily available. Most drystone walls are wider at the base than at the crown, and are often capped with coping stones. A typical wall has two outer layers of large, flattish stones enclosing an inner ‘heart’ of smaller, rounder stones. Often it is reinforced with ‘through bands’ of even larger, flat stones which can also be used as stiles. The very dryness of a wall makes it more likely to endure wind and frost and to act as shelter for livestock as well as a boundary.
Mole trap near Arkle Town There two main types of mole trap available on the British market, the scissor trap and the tunnel trap (also known as the half tunnel or Duffus Trap, after its inventor).  The trap in the image is marked by a small flag.
Mole trap near Arkle Town
There two main types of mole trap available on the British market, the scissor trap and the tunnel trap (also known as the half tunnel or Duffus Trap, after its inventor). The trap in the image is marked by a small flag.
House and barn near Arkle Town The house and buildings are known as Raw Bank House.  There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the west angle of the building.
House and barn near Arkle Town
The house and buildings are known as Raw Bank House. There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the west angle of the building.
Bench Mark, Raw Bank House The bench mark is to be found on the west angle of the building.  For a view of the building <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2399002">NZ0001 : House and barn near Arkle Town</a> and for further information on the bench mark and others in the area <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm37866" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm37866">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>
Bench Mark, Raw Bank House
The bench mark is to be found on the west angle of the building. For a view of the building NZ0001 : House and barn near Arkle Town and for further information on the bench mark and others in the area LinkExternal link
Village scene, Langthwaite The scene shows a K6 type telephone box and a postbox.

In 1935, the Post Office commissioned a new kiosk from Sir Giles Gilbert Scott to celebrate the Jubilee of King George V.  The K6 Jubilee Kiosk, as it is known, was similar to the K2 box, being made of cast iron and painted red but was 25% lighter in weight.  By the end of the 1930s there were 20,000 K6 telephone boxes in use all over the UK.

For a closer view of the postbox <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2399082">NZ0002 : Postbox, Langthwaite</a>
Village scene, Langthwaite
The scene shows a K6 type telephone box and a postbox. In 1935, the Post Office commissioned a new kiosk from Sir Giles Gilbert Scott to celebrate the Jubilee of King George V. The K6 Jubilee Kiosk, as it is known, was similar to the K2 box, being made of cast iron and painted red but was 25% lighter in weight. By the end of the 1930s there were 20,000 K6 telephone boxes in use all over the UK. For a closer view of the postbox NZ0002 : Postbox, Langthwaite
Postbox, Langthwaite The George V (1910-1936) reign postbox set into a wall on the village street in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2399065">NZ0002 : Village scene, Langthwaite</a>
Postbox, Langthwaite
The George V (1910-1936) reign postbox set into a wall on the village street in NZ0002 : Village scene, Langthwaite
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Arkengarthdale is located at Grid Ref: NZ0002 (Lat: 54.417538, Lng: -1.9886402)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Richmondshire

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

What 3 Words

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Related Wikis

Arkle Town

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Langthwaite

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Booze, North Yorkshire

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Eskeleth

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.417538,-1.9886402
Langthwaite
Is In Historic County: Yorkshire
Place: hamlet
Source: NPE
Wikidata: Q6486568
Wikipedia: en:Langthwaite
Lat/Long: 54.4178141/-1.9937274
Arkle Town
Is In Historic County: Yorkshire
Place: hamlet
Source: NPE
Wikidata: Q4792017
Wikipedia: en:Arkle Town
Lat/Long: 54.4131956/-1.9895941
Bench
Lat/Long: 54.4176208/-1.9949094
Bench
Lat/Long: 54.417673/-1.9949651
Barrier: stile
Fixme: STILE on a BRIDLEWAY? Needs survey.
Foot: designated
Lat/Long: 54.4176724/-1.9890227
Bench
Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2770450
Lat/Long: 54.4181373/-1.9908241
Pub
Red Lion
Addr City: Richmond
Addr Postcode: DL11 6RE
Website: https://www.langthwaite-redlion.co.uk/
Wikimedia Commons: File:Pub at Langthwaite - geograph.org.uk - 1165693.jpg
Lat/Long: 54.417825/-1.993911
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 54.4175075/-1.9883149
Tourism: picnic_site
Lat/Long: 54.4165375/-1.9935939
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 54.4139145/-1.9854889
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Lat/Long: 54.4170862/-1.993818
Post Box
Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2399082
Note: D at end of photographed reference number probably refers to collection on delivery (hence not included)
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: DL11 40
Lat/Long: 54.417183/-1.9938529
Langthwaite
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.4165569/-1.993645
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.4175226/-1.9959759
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.4168628/-1.9954428
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.416123/-1.9948286
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.4156977/-1.9919707
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.4154105/-1.9907825
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Lat/Long: 54.4152006/-1.9899054
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.4149883/-1.9890149
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.4146879/-1.9878052
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.4143859/-1.9865124
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.4140714/-1.9852196
Vending Machine
Vending: parking_tickets
Lat/Long: 54.4164976/-1.9936498
Recycling
Opening Hours: 24/7
Recycling Type: centre
Lat/Long: 54.4161761/-1.9932528
Barrier: entrance
Lat/Long: 54.4193943/-1.9836735
Arkengarthdale Lead Mining Wagon
Board Type: history
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.4175312/-1.9948038
Historic: railway_car
Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2399844
Lat/Long: 54.4175009/-1.9948769
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