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Claythwaite Gill Slack

Valley in Yorkshire Ryedale

England

Claythwaite Gill Slack

View towards 'Tom Smiths' Trig Point
View towards 'Tom Smiths' Trig Point Credit: thejackrustles

Claythwaite Gill Slack is a picturesque valley located in Yorkshire, England. Nestled within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this tranquil area is known for its stunning landscapes and rich natural diversity.

The valley is characterized by its rolling hills, dramatic cliffs, and meandering streams. It is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including several rare and protected species. The lush vegetation found in Claythwaite Gill Slack includes heather moorland, deciduous woodlands, and open grasslands, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem.

Visitors to Claythwaite Gill Slack can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The valley offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The breathtaking views and peaceful atmosphere make it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a respite from the hustle and bustle of city life.

In addition to its natural beauty, Claythwaite Gill Slack also boasts a rich cultural heritage. The valley is dotted with remnants of its industrial past, including old mines and quarries. These historic sites serve as a reminder of the area's once-thriving mining industry.

Overall, Claythwaite Gill Slack is a hidden gem in Yorkshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in unspoiled natural beauty and explore the region's fascinating history. Whether seeking adventure or simply a peaceful retreat, this valley has something to offer everyone.

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Claythwaite Gill Slack Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.236919/-1.1408864 or Grid Reference SE5682. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View towards 'Tom Smiths' Trig Point
View towards 'Tom Smiths' Trig Point
Larch trees near Tom Smith's Cross Large Larch trees near Tom Smith's Cross.
Larch trees near Tom Smith's Cross
Large Larch trees near Tom Smith's Cross.
Forest path above Shallowdale Gill Slack Path between some mature pines and a fenced off area with young conifers. Shallowdale Gill Slack is the small valley off picture to the right, its name using three alternatives for valley - dale, gill and slack. Despite its name the valley is both deep and very steep sided further down.
Forest path above Shallowdale Gill Slack
Path between some mature pines and a fenced off area with young conifers. Shallowdale Gill Slack is the small valley off picture to the right, its name using three alternatives for valley - dale, gill and slack. Despite its name the valley is both deep and very steep sided further down.
Byland Moor Plantation Conifers in Byland Moor Plantation.
Byland Moor Plantation
Conifers in Byland Moor Plantation.
Rievaulx, Cross Green The benchmark is cut into a right hand cornerstone, to the right of the drainpipe.
Rievaulx, Cross Green
The benchmark is cut into a right hand cornerstone, to the right of the drainpipe.
Rievaulx, Cross Green There is a benchmark cut into a right hand cornerstone, on the front of the farmhouse and on the road facing wall.
Rievaulx, Cross Green
There is a benchmark cut into a right hand cornerstone, on the front of the farmhouse and on the road facing wall.
Rievaulx, Hagg Hall The benchmark is cut into the window sill of the property.
Rievaulx, Hagg Hall
The benchmark is cut into the window sill of the property.
Rievaulx, Hagg Hall There is a benchmark cut into the window sill of the property.
Rievaulx, Hagg Hall
There is a benchmark cut into the window sill of the property.
Gate at the field edge near Cam Farm
Gate at the field edge near Cam Farm
Scawton Moor Looking NW from the path that goes from the A170 to Rievaulx.
Scawton Moor
Looking NW from the path that goes from the A170 to Rievaulx.
Hags Wood Bridleway in Hags Wood.
Hags Wood
Bridleway in Hags Wood.
Nettle Dale Looking west from the Cleveland Way.
Nettle Dale
Looking west from the Cleveland Way.
Grass Keld This stream is called Grass Keld and was flowing well after heavy rain.
Grass Keld
This stream is called Grass Keld and was flowing well after heavy rain.
Old milepost This NRYCC milepost on the A170 is opposite a bungalow and the farm buildings of High Lodge. On its side of the road there is a footpath into Wass Moor Woods. The posts on this road were dug up and taken to the Cleveland Corrosion works at Staithes where they were refurbished in a dry, clean atmosphere. 18 years later they have stood up well to the weather on this route. The foundry name where they were cast in the late 19C, F Mattison & Co. Bedale, is inside the lhs. Grade II listed 11911336.
Old milepost
This NRYCC milepost on the A170 is opposite a bungalow and the farm buildings of High Lodge. On its side of the road there is a footpath into Wass Moor Woods. The posts on this road were dug up and taken to the Cleveland Corrosion works at Staithes where they were refurbished in a dry, clean atmosphere. 18 years later they have stood up well to the weather on this route. The foundry name where they were cast in the late 19C, F Mattison & Co. Bedale, is inside the lhs. Grade II listed 11911336.
Recently felled area, Wass Moor A large area of larch and pine has recently been clear felled in this area.
Recently felled area, Wass Moor
A large area of larch and pine has recently been clear felled in this area.
Log Pile, Wass Moor Enough logs here to keep the average fire going through the winter months. Clear felled area on Wass Moor.
Log Pile, Wass Moor
Enough logs here to keep the average fire going through the winter months. Clear felled area on Wass Moor.
Forest track, Wass Moor Track through mature larch and pine plantation. Such an area is far more pleasant than gloomy blocks of norway spruce, and here one can hear chaffinches, robins and coal tits calling.
Forest track, Wass Moor
Track through mature larch and pine plantation. Such an area is far more pleasant than gloomy blocks of norway spruce, and here one can hear chaffinches, robins and coal tits calling.
Forest track, College Moor Track descending into Shallowdale Gill Slack, a name which manages to combine three local terms for a valley.
Forest track, College Moor
Track descending into Shallowdale Gill Slack, a name which manages to combine three local terms for a valley.
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Claythwaite Gill Slack is located at Grid Ref: SE5682 (Lat: 54.236919, Lng: -1.1408864)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Ryedale

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

What 3 Words

///obtain.classed.tonight. Near Helmsley, North Yorkshire

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