Bewerley

Civil Parish in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Bewerley

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. — Greenhow Hill Top Credit: Malcolm Street

Bewerley is a charming civil parish located in the district of Harrogate, in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the picturesque Nidderdale valley, Bewerley is surrounded by stunning natural beauty and offers a peaceful and idyllic setting.

The village itself is small, with a population of around 300 residents. Its history can be traced back to medieval times, and it retains a traditional and quaint character. The parish includes the hamlets of Greenhow, How Stean, and Middlesmoor, each adding to the rural charm of the area.

Bewerley boasts a rich heritage, with several historic landmarks and buildings. St Mary's Church, a Grade II listed structure, dates back to the 12th century and is a notable feature. The Bewerley Grange Chapel, a former monastery, is another fascinating piece of history.

The area is renowned for its scenic beauty, with the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty encompassing the village. The rolling hills, meandering rivers, and lush green fields provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting.

Despite its small size, Bewerley offers amenities for its residents and visitors. There is a local village hall, a primary school, and a traditional pub serving hearty Yorkshire meals. The nearby town of Pateley Bridge provides additional services, including shops, cafes, and a weekly market.

In conclusion, Bewerley is a charming and historic civil parish nestled in the beautiful Yorkshire countryside. With its rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and welcoming community, it is a hidden gem for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Bewerley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.071978/-1.843434 or Grid Reference SE1064. 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.

Malcolm Street

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.

Malcolm Street

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

Malcolm Street

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

Malcolm Street

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.

Malcolm Street

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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Mouseman mouse

Detail of carving on Greenhow cemetery lychgate.

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Chimney Shaft, Greenhow

Cover of a 300 ft mine shaft. In M C Gill's book there are photographs of a steam boiler underground below this point taken 30 years ago.

Tom Knapp

Greenhow

Taken when travelling towards Grassington

Ian Hargreaves

Ford at Branstone Beck

Joe Regan

House in Greenhow by the B6265 road

Joe Regan

Ruined sheepfold on Catherine or Kitty White's Allotments

A badly ruined sheepfold in the middle of the moor. Some evidence of old peat cuttings nearby to the south east.

Mick Borroff

Round Hill Shooting Box

Mick Borroff

Round Hill Swamp from Hollin Crags

Mick Borroff

Hollin Crags gritstone outcrop

Mick Borroff

Ravenstone Moor

Snow is approaching from the north.

David Rogers

Jackass Level

Gets its name from its size, as "only a jackass could get in - rather than a pony". Pick marks can be seen at the entrance.

Tom Knapp

Cockhill Level

This level goes South South East for about 300 yards, where it forks West, passing under Chimney Shaft (see photo) and South East, passing under the Miners Arms Pub.

Tom Knapp

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Bewerley is located at Grid Ref: SE1064 (Lat: 54.071978, Lng: -1.843434)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire