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Bracewell and Brogden

Civil Parish in Yorkshire Pendle

England

Bracewell and Brogden

Toposcope in Letcliffe Park With a commanding view over the town of Barnoldswick.
Toposcope in Letcliffe Park Credit: Oliver Dixon

Bracewell and Brogden is a civil parish located in the Craven district of North Yorkshire, England. Situated in the picturesque countryside of the Yorkshire Dales, this rural area covers approximately 6.5 square kilometers and is home to a small population of around 200 residents.

The parish comprises two villages, Bracewell and Brogden, which are located close to each other and share similar characteristics. Both villages have a rich history, dating back to medieval times, and they still retain much of their traditional charm and character.

The landscape surrounding Bracewell and Brogden is predominantly agricultural, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering streams. The area is known for its scenic beauty, providing an idyllic setting for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and exploring the countryside.

The villages themselves are characterized by their quaint stone cottages, historic buildings, and well-preserved architecture. The local community is close-knit and friendly, with a strong sense of community spirit. Amenities in the area are limited, but there is a small church and a village hall that serves as a focal point for community gatherings and events.

Bracewell and Brogden offer a peaceful and tranquil lifestyle, away from the hustle and bustle of urban areas. Residents and visitors alike can enjoy the beauty of the surrounding nature, the simplicity of village life, and the warm hospitality of the local community.

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Bracewell and Brogden Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.916959/-2.212541 or Grid Reference SD8646. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Toposcope in Letcliffe Park With a commanding view over the town of Barnoldswick.
Toposcope in Letcliffe Park
With a commanding view over the town of Barnoldswick.
Play area in Letlcliffe Park With the No. 3 Shadow Man sculpture let into the grass in the foreground.
Play area in Letlcliffe Park
With the No. 3 Shadow Man sculpture let into the grass in the foreground.
"No. 3 Shadow Man" Ingenious horizontal artwork by Stathis Dimitriadis, comprising a mosaic of coloured and lettered bricks or tiles in the form of a human outline. Part of the Pendle Sculpture Trail which, from its original site in Barley, was extended in 2019 to Letcliffe Park in Barnoldswick.
"No. 3 Shadow Man"
Ingenious horizontal artwork by Stathis Dimitriadis, comprising a mosaic of coloured and lettered bricks or tiles in the form of a human outline. Part of the Pendle Sculpture Trail which, from its original site in Barley, was extended in 2019 to Letcliffe Park in Barnoldswick.
Roadway in Letcliffe Park Attractive hilltop park managed by Barnoldswick Town Council.
Roadway in Letcliffe Park
Attractive hilltop park managed by Barnoldswick Town Council.
"Tower of Barlick" Spectacular sculpture by Jack Boutet. Firmly anchored by stays to the apex to stop it from blowing/falling over. Part of the Pendle Sculpture Trail which, from its original site in Barley, was extended in 2019 to Letcliffe Park in Barnoldswick.
"Tower of Barlick"
Spectacular sculpture by Jack Boutet. Firmly anchored by stays to the apex to stop it from blowing/falling over. Part of the Pendle Sculpture Trail which, from its original site in Barley, was extended in 2019 to Letcliffe Park in Barnoldswick.
A corner of Letcliffe Country Park An attractive hilltop park managed by Barnoldswick Town Council.
A corner of Letcliffe Country Park
An attractive hilltop park managed by Barnoldswick Town Council.
"Stolen Mutton" Interesting and spectacular wooden carved sculpture by Thompson Dagnell. Part of the Pendle Sculpture Trail which, from its original site in Barley, was extended in 2019 to Letcliffe Country Park in Barnoldswick.
"Stolen Mutton"
Interesting and spectacular wooden carved sculpture by Thompson Dagnell. Part of the Pendle Sculpture Trail which, from its original site in Barley, was extended in 2019 to Letcliffe Country Park in Barnoldswick.
Parterre in Letcliffe Country Park In the centre of the square stands the "Stolen Mutton" sculpture, seen in closeup in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7002301">SD8746 : "Stolen Mutton"</a>.
Parterre in Letcliffe Country Park
In the centre of the square stands the "Stolen Mutton" sculpture, seen in closeup in SD8746 : "Stolen Mutton".
Bandstand in Letcliffe Country Park No ordinary bandstand, this. There is no roofed structure as one would expect, just a focal paved areas overlooked by an auditorium consisting of a quadrant of terraces separated by privet hedges. Whether it is actually used for live performances is not known.
Bandstand in Letcliffe Country Park
No ordinary bandstand, this. There is no roofed structure as one would expect, just a focal paved areas overlooked by an auditorium consisting of a quadrant of terraces separated by privet hedges. Whether it is actually used for live performances is not known.
A very pretty postbox Standing by the crossroads in the centre of Barnoldswick.
A very pretty postbox
Standing by the crossroads in the centre of Barnoldswick.
Crossroads in the centre of Barnoldswick.
Crossroads in the centre of Barnoldswick.
Bancroft Mill Engine Seen at the beginning on this engine's period in preservation after the weaving shed closed in 1978 and was subsequently demolished leaving just the power plant. The engine was built by William Roberts of Nelson and commissioned in 1920. It is a horizontal cross compound with rope drive to a second motion shaft that passed into the weaving shed. This view is from the crank end of the low-pressure side.
Bancroft Mill Engine
Seen at the beginning on this engine's period in preservation after the weaving shed closed in 1978 and was subsequently demolished leaving just the power plant. The engine was built by William Roberts of Nelson and commissioned in 1920. It is a horizontal cross compound with rope drive to a second motion shaft that passed into the weaving shed. This view is from the crank end of the low-pressure side.
Bancroft Mill Engine Bancroft Mill was a cotton weaving shed that opened in 1920 and was closed in 1978. The shed was demolished but the engine house, boiler houses and a garage remained on site along with the chimney. The shed was driven by a horizontal cross compound steam engine with Corliss valves and rope drive. This view shows the high-pressure cylinder.
Bancroft Mill Engine
Bancroft Mill was a cotton weaving shed that opened in 1920 and was closed in 1978. The shed was demolished but the engine house, boiler houses and a garage remained on site along with the chimney. The shed was driven by a horizontal cross compound steam engine with Corliss valves and rope drive. This view shows the high-pressure cylinder.
Raven on Weets Hill triangulation pillar It could be a crow, but compared with the size of the standard pillar it's a big bird. I'm going with raven, as they are not unknown in the Pennines. Photographed from a distance to catch it before it inevitably flew off as I approached.
Raven on Weets Hill triangulation pillar
It could be a crow, but compared with the size of the standard pillar it's a big bird. I'm going with raven, as they are not unknown in the Pennines. Photographed from a distance to catch it before it inevitably flew off as I approached.
Weets Hill triangulation pillar The pillar is close to the 397 metre summit of the hill, which is a good vantage point. Pendle is in the background of this view, with (I think) Longridge Fell peeking up out of the valley fog beyond.
Weets Hill triangulation pillar
The pillar is close to the 397 metre summit of the hill, which is a good vantage point. Pendle is in the background of this view, with (I think) Longridge Fell peeking up out of the valley fog beyond.
Weets Hill triangulation pillar - plaque I had to wipe the snow off this plaque to read it. It is on the north side of the base of the pillar <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7361560">SD8544 : Weets Hill triangulation pillar</a> and reads 'In loving memory of Garth Standen 7.11.43 - 21.9.15'.
Weets Hill triangulation pillar - plaque
I had to wipe the snow off this plaque to read it. It is on the north side of the base of the pillar SD8544 : Weets Hill triangulation pillar and reads 'In loving memory of Garth Standen 7.11.43 - 21.9.15'.
A seat above the clouds The bench is just below Weets Hill triangulation pillar. With a temperature inversion filling the valley with cloud, only the tops of the Yorkshire fells could be seen in this direction. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5217981">SD8544 : A bench with a view</a> shows the view on a clear day.
A seat above the clouds
The bench is just below Weets Hill triangulation pillar. With a temperature inversion filling the valley with cloud, only the tops of the Yorkshire fells could be seen in this direction. SD8544 : A bench with a view shows the view on a clear day.
View north from Weets Hill With a temperature inversion filling the valley with cloud, only the tops of the Yorkshire fells, including Ingleborough and Pen-y-Ghent, could be seen in this direction.
View north from Weets Hill
With a temperature inversion filling the valley with cloud, only the tops of the Yorkshire fells, including Ingleborough and Pen-y-Ghent, could be seen in this direction.
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Bracewell and Brogden is located at Grid Ref: SD8646 (Lat: 53.916959, Lng: -2.212541)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Pendle

Police Authority: Lancashire

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