Raikes

Settlement in Yorkshire Craven

England

Raikes

Eller Beck in Skipton Castle Woods Looking upstream at the north-east end of the woods. It had rained and snowed a fair bit in recent days. This is a Woodland Trust site, also known as Skipton Woods. — Eller Beck in Skipton Castle Woods Credit: Christine Johnstone

Raikes is a small village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the Craven district, it is nestled within the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park, known for its stunning landscapes and picturesque countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming stone-built houses that add to its rural charm.

Raikes is home to a close-knit community of residents who enjoy the tranquility and natural beauty of the area. The village is known for its peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those seeking a quiet and idyllic lifestyle. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with many residents involved in farming and livestock rearing.

Despite its small size, Raikes offers a range of amenities to its residents. There is a local primary school that serves the village and neighboring communities. The village also has a community center where various events and gatherings take place, fostering a sense of community spirit.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Raikes provides ample opportunities for exploration and recreation. The surrounding countryside offers numerous walking and hiking trails, allowing residents and visitors to immerse themselves in nature. The village is also within close proximity to several tourist attractions, including Bolton Abbey and Malham Cove, which attract visitors from near and far.

In summary, Raikes is a peaceful and scenic village in Yorkshire, offering a tranquil lifestyle amidst stunning natural surroundings. With its strong sense of community and access to outdoor activities, it is an attractive destination for those seeking a quieter pace of life.

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Raikes Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.967269/-2.0255268 or Grid Reference SD9852. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Eller Beck in Skipton Castle Woods

Looking upstream at the north-east end of the woods. It had rained and snowed a fair bit in recent days. This is a Woodland Trust site, also known as Skipton Woods.

Christine Johnstone

Footbridge and willow stag, Skipton Woods

At the north-eastern end of the woods. This is a Woodland Trust site, also known as Skipton Woods.

Christine Johnstone

Monitoring equipment, Eller Beck, Skipton Woods

A depth gauge and some pipes [for sampling?]. This is a Woodland Trust site, also known as Skipton Woods.

Christine Johnstone

The route of the former Haw Bank tramway

Originally built in 1794 to carry limestone from Haw Bank quarry to boats on the Springs Branch in Skipton. Shown on the large scale OS map surveyed in 1850.

Christine Johnstone

Sheep with lambs at footpath from Brackenley Lane at west end of Embsay

Roger Templeman

Lind View Barn on south side of Brackenley Lane at west end of Embsay

Luke Shaw

Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway - Bow Bridge loop

This is the limit of the preserved railway looking towards the former Embsay Junction. There is no station here so we all had to wait on board while the locomotive ran round on the loop.

Chris Allen

Embsay Diesel Gala (6)

The Embsay and Bolton Abbey Railway was holding a diesel gala over the August bank holiday, with a beer festival. Here, a shuttle train from Embsay station pauses at the far end of the line before reversing. Only seventy metres separates this point from the existing freight line into Skipton at Embsay Junction, but the contractual terms required for private railways to run trains on Network Rail lines mean it is often too expensive to have such a physical connection, meaning that any movement of locomotives or carriages to and from the railway has to be by road.

Stephen Craven

Embsay Diesel Gala (7)

The Embsay and Bolton Abbey Railway was holding a diesel gala over the August bank holiday, with a beer festival. Here, a shuttle train from Embsay station passes the ground frame (points levers) for the Embsay Junction run-round loop.

Stephen Craven

Track to Manby Castle House

See SE0052 : Embsay: Manby Castle House for the house. I'm not aware the name has any historical significance.

Stephen Craven

Skipton Road railway bridge

The line from Skipton to Threshfield was only ever single track and regular passenger workings stopped as long ago as 1930 but it is still used for occasional stone trains from Swinden quarry. Seen from a heritage train on what was once the main line, but now the preserved Embsay and Bolton Abbey Railway. To the left is some kind of utility installation (probably gas).

Stephen Craven