Queen Rock

Island in Yorkshire

England

Queen Rock

Old Fall Plantation Taken from the Headland Way coastal path — Old Fall Plantation Credit: JThomas

Queen Rock is a small island located in the River Ouse, near the village of Cawood in North Yorkshire, England. With a total area of approximately 0.6 hectares, it is surrounded by picturesque countryside and provides a unique natural setting. The island is accessible via a footbridge, making it an attractive destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Known for its rock formations and stunning views, Queen Rock offers a diverse range of flora and fauna. The island's vegetation primarily consists of grasses, shrubs, and a variety of trees, including willows and alders. Visitors can often spot various bird species, such as swans, herons, and ducks, that inhabit the surrounding river and wetland areas.

Historically, Queen Rock has played a significant role in the region. It was once used as a landing point for ferry boats, connecting Cawood to nearby areas. The remains of a former stone bridge, dating back to the 18th century, can still be seen on the island. This historical element adds to the island's charm and intrigue.

The island is popular among locals and tourists alike for recreational activities such as picnicking, fishing, and birdwatching. Many visitors enjoy exploring the island's trails and taking in the panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

In summary, Queen Rock, Yorkshire, is a small island with beautiful rock formations and rich biodiversity. It offers a peaceful escape for nature lovers and provides a glimpse into the region's history.

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Queen Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.127737/-0.095497574 or Grid Reference TA2471. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Fall Plantation

Taken from the Headland Way coastal path

JThomas

Conservation Walk access at Old Fall Plantation

This shows the start of the circular route track of a conservation walk through Old Fall Plantation and is accessed from the footpath from New Fall to Lighthouse Road.

Dr Patty McAlpin

Old Fall Plantation, Flamborough

Looking towards Old Fall Plantation from the coastal path to Flamborough Head.

Dr Patty McAlpin

Towards Old Fall plantation

The well drained soil on Flamborough Head is very fertile. The immediate field of wheat is ready for harvest, and in the next field the sheep were quite content. Next to the plantation, the harvest was already gathered and the soil was being prepared for the next planting.

Peter Church

Old Fall plantation

The plantation is seen here from the clifftop path (The Headland Way) across ploughed and planted fields. The tower of the old lighthouse is also visible.

Peter Church

Old Fall Plantation

N Chadwick

Pond, Old Fall Plantation

Mick Garratt

Steps into New Fall Plantation

A permissive path allows access to New Fall Plantation which is maintained by East Riding of Yorkshire Council. OS marks this as Old Fall Plantation but local signage insists on New Fall Plantation.

Jonathan Thacker

Fenced area inside New [or Old] Fall Plantation

The map says Old Fall, the owners say New Fall. To protect wildlife, visitors are asked to keep to the inner fenced area, or a separate perimeter path.

Christine Johnstone

Wildlife area, New [or Old] Fall Plantation

Looking east from the east end of the fenced [access permitted] area.

Christine Johnstone

Selwicks Bay

Chalk cliffs and Selwicks Bay by Flamborough Head.

Jonathan Wilkins

Beach boulders

Parts of the shore of Selwicks Bay have a surprising population of dark-coloured, or black boulders mingled with the obvious, white chalk. They are erratics of basalt which have been carried southwards from outcrops of the Whin Sill and deposited in boulder clay which lies on top of the chalk. Subsequent erosion has seen them fall to the beach platform. On this moody day with grey skies I was amused by the way that my assistant was almost perfectly camouflaged.

Jonathan Wilkins

Chalk platform

Flat-lying chalk strata have eroded into a smooth, white platform which is unlike any which I have encountered before. At lower levels on the beach, algae have attached, as can be seen in the background and on the cliffs, but this part of the shore appears to be scoured by powerful waves carrying shingle.

Jonathan Wilkins

Cliffs by Molk Hole

Chalk cliffs and beach platform. Young, soft rocks such as these are not my normal subject, and it was very interesting to examine these chalk outcrops. In fact, diagenetic variation means that the rock is actually harder here than in other places with this archetypal English rock. Cliffs here comprise the Flamborough Chalk Formation, which is notably free of flint. The underlying Burnham Chalk Formation, which is found on the wave-cut platform at the south of the bay, is locally rich in flints.

Jonathan Wilkins