Bewerley

Settlement in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Bewerley

Bewerley is a small village located in the picturesque Nidderdale region of Yorkshire, England. Situated just 5 miles west of Pateley Bridge, it is nestled amidst the stunning countryside of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green meadows, and charming country lanes, offering residents and visitors a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Historically, Bewerley was a center for lead mining and quarrying, with evidence of its industrial past still visible in the form of disused mines and old stone buildings. Today, the village retains much of its traditional charm, with a collection of quaint stone cottages and a welcoming community spirit.

Although small in size, Bewerley boasts several notable attractions. One of the most prominent is Bewerley Grange Chapel, a Grade II listed building dating back to the 13th century. This ancient chapel is renowned for its stunning stained glass windows and architectural beauty.

The village is also home to Bewerley Park Outdoor Education Centre, which offers a range of outdoor activities and educational programs for schools and groups. The center is set within extensive grounds and provides opportunities for camping, rock climbing, kayaking, and more.

Bewerley is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, with numerous scenic walking trails that lead to breathtaking viewpoints and hidden waterfalls. The village is also a starting point for exploring the wider Nidderdale area, which is known for its outstanding natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

In conclusion, Bewerley is a captivating village that offers a tranquil escape in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Its rich history, stunning landscapes, and range of activities make it an attractive destination for locals and tourists alike.

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Bewerley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.080923/-1.762618 or Grid Reference SE1565. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Crown Inn yard

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Riverside path

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Glasshouses Mill

Former large flax mill located beside the River Nidd. Much has changed since my last visit, where there was an air of dilapidation about the place. The buildings have seen major sympathetic renovation, and conversion into apartments and living accommodation. Grade II Listed. SE1764 : The Mill, Glasshouses

Chris Heaton

Glasshouses Mill Dam

Created out of the River Nidd in the 1850's, to supply water to the Glasshouses Flax Mill - just downstream from here. The mill has now been converted into living accommodation, while the artificial lake is the preserve of water fowl and the odd angler.

Chris Heaton

Footpath heading towards Glasshouses

Follows the River Nidd from Pateley Bridge - at this point sandwiched between a redundant mill race and a fish farm.

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The Village Green, Bewerley

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Yorke's Folly

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Pateley Bridge buildings [1]

Numbers 9 and 11 High Street are two shops with flats above. Built in the mid 18th century of squared, coursed stone under a stone slate roof. The left shopfront is late 19th century, the right shopfront is 20th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [2]

The Crown Hotel, number 19 High Street, was built in the early 19th century. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with ashlar dressings under a tile roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

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Pateley Bridge buildings [3]

Formerly a coaching inn with stabling for 15 horses, Talbot House now offers tearooms and bed and breakfast accommodation. Built in the early 18th century of squared, coursed stone with freestone dressings, all under a stone slate roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [4]

Originally one house, this is now three shops, numbers 35, 37 and 39 High Street. Built in the 17th century with alterations in the 18th century and later. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with freestone dressings, under a stone slate roof. The bay window on the left is 20th century, as is the shopfront on the right. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [5]

Numbers 45 and 47 High Street are a shop and house, now in separate occupations. Built in the mid 18th century with 20th century alterations. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with ashlar dressings, under a stone slate roof. The shopfront is early 20th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [6]

The Pateley Club, number 42 High Street, was built as the George and Dragon public house and is dated 1664 with 18th and 19th century alterations. Ale was brewed on the site in 1777 the building became the brewery manager's house. After a time as the Conservative Club, it is now the Pateley Club. Constructed of squared, coursed stone with freestone dressings under a stone slate roof. The canted bay windows are 19th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

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Pateley Bridge buildings [7]

This house and shop at number 8 High Street was built in the early 19th century. Constructed of ashlar under a Welsh slate roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

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Pateley Bridge features [1]

This well was originally erected in 1852 on Ripon Road and was known as Souter Well. Moved to its present position in the 1970s and now known as Fox's Head Well. Built of stone with a stone trough with cast-iron fox's head spout above. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [8]

This building which is now the Playhouse began life as a Primitive Methodist Chapel in 1859. When the Methodists united in the mid 1930s the Salvation Army bought the building and used it as their citadel until the late 1950s. Purchased by the Pateley Bridge Dramatic Society it has since been converted into a 73 seat theatre. Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [9]

A plaque on the front of The Playhouse, seen at SE1565 : Pateley Bridge buildings [8]. Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.

Michael Dibb

Pateley Bridge buildings [10]

This delightful building in Church Street, now a private residence, was Oddfellows Hall. Built in 1859 for the Friendly Society who provided insurances. Pateley Bridge is a small market town, the market charter being granted in 1320. Located on the banks of the River Nidd, the town is some 11 miles northwest of Harrogate, some 10 miles southwest of Ripon and is within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists exploring the Yorkshire Dales.

Michael Dibb

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Bewerley is located at Grid Ref: SE1565 (Lat: 54.080923, Lng: -1.762618)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire