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Black Griff

Valley in Yorkshire Ryedale

England

Black Griff

Lockton village street An almost timeless piece of 'townscape'. The building behind the car is a Listed Building; part of it was a butcher's shop.
Lockton village street Credit: Christopher Hall

Black Griff is a small, rural village located in the Yorkshire Valley region of England. The village is known for its picturesque surroundings, with rolling hills and lush greenery providing a peaceful and scenic backdrop for residents and visitors alike.

The village is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 500 residents. The main street of Black Griff is lined with quaint cottages, a church, and a few small shops and cafes. The village also has a primary school, village hall, and a pub that serves as a popular gathering spot for locals.

Black Griff is surrounded by farmland and open countryside, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The village is located near several walking trails and nature reserves, offering opportunities for hiking, bird watching, and other outdoor activities.

Overall, Black Griff is a charming and idyllic village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its rural setting, friendly community, and beautiful surroundings make it a desirable place to live or visit for those seeking a quiet and scenic escape.

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Black Griff Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.312927/-0.70745557 or Grid Reference SE8491. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lockton village street An almost timeless piece of 'townscape'. The building behind the car is a Listed Building; part of it was a butcher's shop.
Lockton village street
An almost timeless piece of 'townscape'. The building behind the car is a Listed Building; part of it was a butcher's shop.
Lockton village street A view from the opposite end of the road shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4951449">SE8489 : Lockton village street</a>
Lockton village street
A view from the opposite end of the road shown in SE8489 : Lockton village street
Ford crossing of Levisham Beck Taken from the adjacent footbridge, this is the point where Sleights Road, a bridleway, crosses Levisham Beck. There is a low dam and sluice in the middle distance.
Ford crossing of Levisham Beck
Taken from the adjacent footbridge, this is the point where Sleights Road, a bridleway, crosses Levisham Beck. There is a low dam and sluice in the middle distance.
Snow Scene in Lockton
Snow Scene in Lockton
Parish Church Lockton
Parish Church Lockton
Lockton Village Scene Looking towards the eastern end of the village from The Square.
Lockton Village Scene
Looking towards the eastern end of the village from The Square.
Lockton Cemetery A small group were cutting the grass and edging paths
Lockton Cemetery
A small group were cutting the grass and edging paths
Path out of Lockton Cemetery onto road
Path out of Lockton Cemetery onto road
Field at the Edge of Lockton Village Pictured from a spot close to the path which follows the valley lip separating Lockton and Levisham. The foliage has thickened since I grew up here 40 years ago and the views across the valley from the path (known locally as 'brow top') are more elusive.
Field at the Edge of Lockton Village
Pictured from a spot close to the path which follows the valley lip separating Lockton and Levisham. The foliage has thickened since I grew up here 40 years ago and the views across the valley from the path (known locally as 'brow top') are more elusive.
Rustifhead Slack Looking across the steep valley called Rustifhead Slack.
Rustifhead Slack
Looking across the steep valley called Rustifhead Slack.
Near the top of Braygate Balk Near the top of the hill near Levisham called Braygate Balk.
Near the top of Braygate Balk
Near the top of the hill near Levisham called Braygate Balk.
Highland cow & calf Grazing on Levisham Moor.
Highland cow & calf
Grazing on Levisham Moor.
Hole of Horcum Looking west.
Hole of Horcum
Looking west.
Low Horcum The abandoned Low Horcum.
Low Horcum
The abandoned Low Horcum.
First Rigg Looking NW.
First Rigg
Looking NW.
Warren Farm duck pond The duckpond near Warren Farm.
Warren Farm duck pond
The duckpond near Warren Farm.
Pond by Warren Farm Rainy day walk.
Pond by Warren Farm
Rainy day walk.
Jackdaw Griff and Wedland Slack Lovely views near Lockton.
Jackdaw Griff and Wedland Slack
Lovely views near Lockton.
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Black Griff is located at Grid Ref: SE8491 (Lat: 54.312927, Lng: -0.70745557)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Ryedale

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.312927,-0.70745557
Direction North: Hole of Horcum
Direction South: Levisham
Direction West: Dundale Pond
Guide Type: destination
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.3146353/-0.7126429
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Ford: stepping_stones
Lat/Long: 54.3147681/-0.712543
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Barrier: stile
Step Count: 5
Stile: ladder
Lat/Long: 54.3168318/-0.706354
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