Long Ashes

Settlement in Yorkshire Craven

England

Long Ashes

Grassington, Sikes Lathe Credit: David Dixon

Long Ashes is a picturesque village located in the heart of Yorkshire, England. Nestled amidst the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park, this enchanting place offers visitors a perfect blend of natural beauty and tranquility. Situated near the market town of Skipton, Long Ashes is a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or a base to explore the surrounding countryside.

The village is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, with rolling hills, lush green meadows, and meandering rivers. It is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a plethora of activities such as hiking, cycling, fishing, and horse riding. The nearby Yorkshire Dales provides ample opportunities for exploring the stunning scenery, with its iconic limestone formations, picturesque valleys, and charming villages.

Long Ashes itself boasts a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for visitors. The village is home to a variety of accommodation options, including cozy cottages, charming bed and breakfasts, and luxury lodges. There is also a well-equipped leisure complex that includes a swimming pool, fitness center, and spa facilities, providing relaxation and rejuvenation after a day of exploring.

For those looking to experience local culture and history, Long Ashes is within easy reach of several notable attractions. The historic market town of Skipton, with its medieval castle and bustling market, is just a short drive away. Additionally, the village is surrounded by quaint villages and towns, each offering their own unique charm and character.

In conclusion, Long Ashes is a captivating destination that showcases the natural beauty and charm of Yorkshire. With its breathtaking landscapes, range of activities, and proximity to cultural attractions, it is an ideal getaway for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Long Ashes Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.079055/-2.0328102 or Grid Reference SD9764. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grassington, Sikes Lathe

David Dixon

Grass Wood Lane

David Dixon

Grassington features [4]

The River Wharfe, looking upstream from Grassington Bridge which carries Station Road, B6265. Grassington is a small market town, receiving its charter in 1282. The town is located in Wharfedale in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, some 7½ miles north of Skipton. Lead mining brought prosperity to the town in the 18th and 19th centuries. The town now attracts many tourists, especially walkers, with some excellent routes on the surrounding fells.

Michael Dibb

Looking to the settlement above Cow Close Wood

The immediate foreground is a path leading vaguely from the public bridleway above Height Laithe towards Height House. The hill beyond is marked with two antiquities, a "Settlement" and a "Hut circle and enclosure". Presumably these are different stages of development of a prehistoric community on the limestone hilltop where there is plenty of stone for building, a good view, and good soil suitable for farming. The more modern farm buildings, having less need for defence, perhaps, favour a more sheltered location below the hill, though today they find themselves on the windward side in a gusty and bitter breeze.

Andy Waddington

Limestone Knoll on Malham Moor

The public bridleway from Malham Moor Lane towards Mastiles Lane passes to the west of this limestone knoll which has a marked antiquity on the map, a "Homestead", smaller than a "Settlement" and perilously close to the edge of Threshfield Quarry, which is just over the horizon on the right of the photograph and has removed a huge chunk of the reef knoll. Further away, the cloud is just enveloping the top of Great Whernside beyond Wharfedale in the increasingly bitter westerly wind.

Andy Waddington

Threshfield

Anthony Parkes

Ruin near Chester Wood

Anthony Parkes

Chapel House Lodge

Anthony Parkes

Wharfedale near Kirk Bank

Anthony Parkes

Kilnsey, Malham Moor

According to the OS benchmark database there was a rivet benchmark cut into a rock on the east side of the bridleway. Various prominent rocks were cleared of grass tufts, but nothing was found.

Mel Towler