Greenhow

Settlement in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Greenhow

Greenhow is a small village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of Nidderdale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and rolling hills. The village is part of the Harrogate district and lies approximately 15 miles west of the town of Harrogate.

Greenhow has a rich history, with its origins dating back to the 17th century when lead mining was a prominent industry in the area. Evidence of this can still be seen in the form of old mine workings and ruins scattered throughout the village. Today, Greenhow is a peaceful and tranquil place, attracting visitors who seek to explore its historical roots and enjoy the stunning natural scenery.

Despite its small size, the village has a tight-knit community and a range of amenities to serve its residents and visitors. These include a local pub, a village hall, and a primary school. Additionally, Greenhow offers a number of outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding, thanks to its extensive network of footpaths and bridleways.

Greenhow is particularly well-known for its annual village fete, which brings together the community for a day of traditional games, stalls, and entertainment. The fete is a popular event that attracts visitors from nearby towns and villages.

In summary, Greenhow is a charming village in the heart of Yorkshire's Nidderdale, known for its rich history, breathtaking natural beauty, and close-knit community. It offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Greenhow Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.073394/-1.8295846 or Grid Reference SE1164. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Greenhow Hill Top

Greenhow Hill Top, the highest point around here at about 1390ft. The fence in the foreground surrounds the old East Engine Shaft which was sunk onto Banks Vein of the Sunside Lead Mines.

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Greenhow Village

Named after the hill it sits under. Green - because this is a limestone area, the alkaline soil seems to produce very green grass.

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Greenhow Hill at Toft Gate

Greenhow Hill rises 900 feet from Pateley Bridge to the hill top village of Greenhow 3 miles away. This difference in altitude can mean feet of snow on the hill and sunshine in Pateley.

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Coldstones Quarry, Greenhow Hill

Large open limestone quarry.

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Brandstone Dub and Bridge

Brandstone Dub and Bridge, on Brandstone Beck, Sunside, just below the old, long abandoned village of Hardcastle. The term Dub refers to a pool, here deep enough to bathe in, although not very big - may be it was the local washing hole at sometime?

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Surveying Tower, Hardcastle Moor

The surveying tower was used in the driving of the aqueduct tunnel under Greenhow Hill abt 1900. The tunnel is part of a long aqueduct from Scar House Reservoir to Bradford. In the foreground is No1 Well Shaft, one of 3 access points in the tunnel which is 3.5 miles long and reaches its greatest depth below the ground surface at No2 Shaft, Craven Cross, Greenhow, where it is 600 feet down. This is deeper than any of the mines reached. For further information see Link

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The valley of Ashfoldside Beck

Looking up from Prosperous Smelt Mill.

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Katty White's Allotments

Presumably named after a relation of Sir Thomas Woollaston White who owned the land around here in the 1800's. Further research has revealed that Catherine Simpson (born abt 1756) married Richard White at Fewston 19th Sept 1777 - they had at least 3 children 1787-1785 who were recorded in the Baptism Register as being born at Greenhow Hill. A relively featureless patch of moorland shown here with the boundary wall in the foreground, and the heights of Pockstones Moor in the background to break the monotony.

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Coldstones from the south

The maps say White Mere, don't know why. The hill on the upper left is the bund which shields the industry of Coldstones Quarry from the casual passerby, and villager. The road seen here leads to the quarry and was built 20 years ago to allow the passage of quarry wagons without them having to pass through Greenhow Village.

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Craven Cross, Greenhow

The square building in the middle surrounds No2 Shaft, sunk by Bradford Corporation Water Works abt 1900 as they drove the 3.5 mile long aqueduct tunnel under the hill. The depth to the tunnel from the surface is about 400 feet at this point

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Lily Green, Greenhow

The mound in the foreground is an old mine shaft for the Prim or Prime Gap Vein which was worked for lead.

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Looking towards Upper Nidderdale

Taken from the minor road just off the Grassington to Pately Bridge road.

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Toft Gate Lime Kiln, Greenhow

The kiln in the foreground was loaded with limestone through the top and with coal through the rectangular openings in the end and side walls. A stone lined flue runs from the kiln up a gentle slope to the chimney base in the distance. The hill behind the chimney is the west flank of the modern day limestone quarry.

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Mouseman lychgate at Greenhow

Covered entry in carved oak to a small roadside cemetery about 1/2 mile outside of the village of Greenhow. There are two carved "mice" in the curved trusses and following Biblical quotes on the outer and inner lintels:- "I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help." "The sun shall not burn you by day, neither the moon by night"

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