Flassen Gill

Valley in Yorkshire Ryedale

England

Flassen Gill

The path from the car park at Sutton Bank Credit: Gordon Brown

Flassen Gill is a picturesque valley located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Nestled within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this idyllic valley offers stunning natural beauty and a tranquil atmosphere that attracts nature enthusiasts and tourists alike.

Stretching for approximately two miles, Flassen Gill is characterized by its lush green meadows, rolling hills, and a meandering stream that flows through the valley. The valley is flanked by steep limestone cliffs that provide a dramatic backdrop to the landscape. The stream, known as Flassen Beck, is a tributary of the River Wharfe, and its crystal-clear waters are home to a variety of aquatic life.

The valley is a haven for wildlife, with an abundance of flora and fauna. Rare bird species such as peregrine falcons and red kites can often be spotted soaring above the cliffs, while the meadows are home to a colorful array of wildflowers, including bluebells and orchids. Flassen Gill is also home to a diverse range of mammals, including otters, badgers, and deer.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Flassen Gill offers numerous opportunities for hiking and walking. There are well-marked trails that lead visitors through the valley, allowing them to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. The valley also provides a peaceful setting for picnics, with several designated picnic areas offering picturesque views.

In summary, Flassen Gill is a stunning valley in Yorkshire, known for its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities. It is a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales.

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Flassen Gill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.242897/-1.1891149 or Grid Reference SE5283. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The path from the car park at Sutton Bank

Gordon Brown

Path to the car park at Sutton Bank

Gordon Brown

Trees and scrub on Sutton Bank

Gormire Lake showing in the distance.

Gordon Brown

Railings at The Gallops at Cold Kirby Moor

Gordon Brown

Path by The Gallops at Cold Kirby Moor

Gordon Brown

The course of the Cleave Dike

On Hambleton Common.

Gordon Brown

View from Cold Kirby Road

Looking east from Cold Kirby Road.

T Eyre

View from Sutton Brow

Steven Brown

Dialstone Plantation

Looking good on the first day of spring. Skylarks were singing and the first curlew was heard.

Gordon Hatton

Dialstone Farm

Situated high on the Hambleton Hills close to the 1000ft contour. This might be high, but it is decent arable land. The farmhouse [hidden here] was once the Dialstone Inn, one of several alongside the old droving road which ran along the hilltop.

Gordon Hatton

Small covered reservoir at Hambleton

A green mound surrounded by a fence, close to Hambleton High House. The track alongside is part of the Hambleton drove road.

Gordon Hatton

Bridleway towards Hambleton House

I would be tempted to call this the Hambleton drove road, but the line of the ancient routeway becomes unclear between Dialstone Farm [once an inn] and the top of the bank that heads downhill past Scotch Corner to Oldstead. By the time of first edition OS maps [1853] a straight line heading past the Hambleton Inn and onwards to a bend in the track at Shaws Gate has been lost, probably due to enclosures, but this does look like the logical line rather than along what is now a tarmacked road further west.

Gordon Hatton

Training gallops at Hambleton House

Racehorse training must have been an activity here for many years as somewhere near here was one of the first three official racecourses in England dating back to 1740. There's no evidence of a laid out course on first edition OS maps, so races could have been across open ground. Racing eventually moved to the less draughty location of Thirsk in the 19th century.

Gordon Hatton

No beer today

The Hambleton Inn has been closed for several years now, a sad decline from what was once a popular pub where a thirsty walker could buy a refreshing pint.

Gordon Hatton