Little Marfit Head

Settlement in Yorkshire Ryedale

England

Little Marfit Head

Near Newgate Farm Looking north from the bank above Newgate Farm.
Near Newgate Farm Credit: T Eyre

Little Marfit Head is a small village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated near the picturesque Yorkshire Dales, this rural settlement is known for its idyllic countryside and peaceful atmosphere.

The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green meadows, providing a stunning backdrop for the charming cottages that dot the landscape. It is a close-knit community, with a population of around 200 residents who enjoy a slow-paced, close-to-nature lifestyle.

Despite its small size, Little Marfit Head boasts a few notable landmarks. The village church, St. Mary's, is a beautiful example of medieval architecture and attracts visitors with its well-preserved stained glass windows and ornate stone carvings. The church also serves as a gathering place for local religious events and community activities.

The area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a variety of scenic walking and hiking trails. The nearby Marfit Head Nature Reserve is a popular destination for birdwatchers, as it is home to a diverse range of bird species. Visitors can also enjoy picnicking in the peaceful surroundings or simply taking in the stunning views.

Little Marfit Head is well connected to the surrounding areas by a network of scenic country roads. The closest town, Woodbridge, is just a short drive away and provides residents with access to essential amenities such as shops, schools, and healthcare facilities.

In summary, Little Marfit Head is a picturesque village nestled in the Yorkshire countryside, offering residents and visitors a tranquil and close-to-nature lifestyle. With its charming architecture, natural beauty, and strong sense of community, it is a place that enchants all who visit.

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Little Marfit Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.324866/-0.69019803 or Grid Reference SE8592. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Near Newgate Farm Looking north from the bank above Newgate Farm.
Near Newgate Farm
Looking north from the bank above Newgate Farm.
Blakey Topping Looking towards Blakey Topping near Newgate Foot Farm.
Blakey Topping
Looking towards Blakey Topping near Newgate Foot Farm.
Levisham Moor Looking south.
Levisham Moor
Looking south.
The Hole of Horcum
The Hole of Horcum
Overgrown pond, Newgate Moor
Overgrown pond, Newgate Moor
Trough, Newgate Moor
Trough, Newgate Moor
Saltergate Brow Same view as in August 2013, but the Saltergate Inn and the power lines have now been demolished.

<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6668775" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6668775">Link</a>
Saltergate Brow
Same view as in August 2013, but the Saltergate Inn and the power lines have now been demolished. Link
Blakey standing stones The largest of the standing stones near Blakey Topping. Crossbills were seen on the Larch trees nearby.
Blakey standing stones
The largest of the standing stones near Blakey Topping. Crossbills were seen on the Larch trees nearby.
Hole of Horcum Looking west into the Hole of Horcum.
Hole of Horcum
Looking west into the Hole of Horcum.
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.
Sheep on Grime Moor Sheep grazing the open and windy fields of Grime Moor.
Sheep on Grime Moor
Sheep grazing the open and windy fields of Grime Moor.
Crosscliff Beck Volunteering with the National Trust at the furthest corner of what must be their remotest property.

The task today was to repair the post and wire fencing along their boundary with Newgate Foot farm and to remove any overhanging branches from the alder and willow trees which align the beck.

The boundary, actually along the centre line of Crosscliff Beck, is also the traditional boundary between the parishes of Lockton and Allerston. Defining a boundary along a natural feature such as a stream is problematic and must always have been so. A stream naturally meanders so does the boundary meander too? I am sure there will be plenty of land law cases covering this issue.

Fencing a wiggly boundary down the centre line of a stream following every sinuosity would also be impractical. The current fence line between the Trust property and the fields of Newgate Foot farm is generally in straight sections crossing the beck several times. I suspect that sometime in the past an agreement was reached between the adjacent landowners to fence this way so that stock from both sides would have access to the stream. But who is responsible for the different sections of the fence?

From my blog <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.fhithich.uk/?p=29950" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.fhithich.uk/?p=29950">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Crosscliff Beck
Volunteering with the National Trust at the furthest corner of what must be their remotest property. The task today was to repair the post and wire fencing along their boundary with Newgate Foot farm and to remove any overhanging branches from the alder and willow trees which align the beck. The boundary, actually along the centre line of Crosscliff Beck, is also the traditional boundary between the parishes of Lockton and Allerston. Defining a boundary along a natural feature such as a stream is problematic and must always have been so. A stream naturally meanders so does the boundary meander too? I am sure there will be plenty of land law cases covering this issue. Fencing a wiggly boundary down the centre line of a stream following every sinuosity would also be impractical. The current fence line between the Trust property and the fields of Newgate Foot farm is generally in straight sections crossing the beck several times. I suspect that sometime in the past an agreement was reached between the adjacent landowners to fence this way so that stock from both sides would have access to the stream. But who is responsible for the different sections of the fence? From my blog LinkExternal link
Ruins of WW2 accommodation hut and water tank 16 years on and my 'barn' has disappeared — see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/316624">SE8793 : Barn Near Newgate Foot</a>.

I have since discovered the two bases are the remains of a 2nd World War accommodation hut and water tank. The photo I took in 2007 on a cloudless January day shows the accommodation hut extant and was a pretty basic Nissan type. More research might be fruitful but it is tempting to suppose the building were related to the destruction of nearby Blakey House by the military — see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7284528">SE8793 : Site of Blakey House farmstead</a>.

It's surprising that these bases are listed on the archaeological index for the North York Moors Historic Environment Record (HER) yet since 2007 one building has been demolished.

For sources see my blog <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.fhithich.uk/?p=29950" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.fhithich.uk/?p=29950">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Ruins of WW2 accommodation hut and water tank
16 years on and my 'barn' has disappeared — see SE8793 : Barn Near Newgate Foot. I have since discovered the two bases are the remains of a 2nd World War accommodation hut and water tank. The photo I took in 2007 on a cloudless January day shows the accommodation hut extant and was a pretty basic Nissan type. More research might be fruitful but it is tempting to suppose the building were related to the destruction of nearby Blakey House by the military — see SE8793 : Site of Blakey House farmstead. It's surprising that these bases are listed on the archaeological index for the North York Moors Historic Environment Record (HER) yet since 2007 one building has been demolished. For sources see my blog LinkExternal link
Pond by Warren Farm Rainy day walk.
Pond by Warren Farm
Rainy day walk.
Low Horcum The disused Low Horcum.
Low Horcum
The disused Low Horcum.
Show me another place!

Little Marfit Head is located at Grid Ref: SE8592 (Lat: 54.324866, Lng: -0.69019803)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Ryedale

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

What 3 Words

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