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Gisburn

Civil Parish in Yorkshire Ribble Valley

England

Gisburn

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on the wall of St Mary's Church, Gisburn The benchmark has a recorded height of 138.3304 metres above sea level. For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm36317" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm36317">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark Credit: Peter Wood

Gisburn is a civil parish located in the picturesque countryside of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the Ribble Valley district, it is surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The village of Gisburn itself is small and charming, with a population of around 1,000 residents. It is characterized by its traditional stone-built houses and quaint village center, which features a parish church, a primary school, and a few local shops and amenities. The community is close-knit and friendly, with a strong sense of community spirit.

One of the main attractions in Gisburn is Gisburn Forest, a sprawling woodland that offers a range of outdoor activities. The forest is a popular destination for hikers, mountain bikers, and horse riders, with numerous trails and paths to explore. It is also home to a visitor center, where visitors can obtain information about the forest and its wildlife, as well as enjoy refreshments.

Gisburn also boasts a rich historical heritage. The area was once a thriving market town, and remnants of its past can still be seen today, including the medieval St. Mary's Church and the historic Gisburn Park Estate, which dates back to the 16th century.

Overall, Gisburn is a charming and picturesque civil parish that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents and visitors alike.

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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on the wall of St Mary's Church, Gisburn The benchmark has a recorded height of 138.3304 metres above sea level. For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm36317" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm36317">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This mark can be found on the wall of St Mary's Church, Gisburn The benchmark has a recorded height of 138.3304 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Delicious Deli and Café - Gisburn
Delicious Deli and Café - Gisburn
Fields East of Gisburn
Fields East of Gisburn
West Portal Gisburne Park Railway Tunnel A cut and cover short tunnel required by the landowner and decorated appropriately. The turrets of the east portal can be seen as well across this part of Gisburne Park
West Portal Gisburne Park Railway Tunnel
A cut and cover short tunnel required by the landowner and decorated appropriately. The turrets of the east portal can be seen as well across this part of Gisburne Park
Gisburne Park Railway Tunnel Turrets A curious view of mock castle turrets in parkland, disguising a railway line
Gisburne Park Railway Tunnel Turrets
A curious view of mock castle turrets in parkland, disguising a railway line
Old Guide Stone by A682, Rimington Lane junction with Hardacre Lane (East face) The Guide Stone is located in angle of minor roads, next to grey metal junction box on the West side of the road.  Parish of Rimington (Ribble Valley District). Carved stone post, erected in the 18th Century, old edge chips. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6076649" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6076649">Link</a>  Inscription reads:- TO / {hand to left} / BurnLey /(1) 2 m : : TO / {hand to right} / (?) /5 ms / TO E {hand to left} / Gisbern / 1m Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1165264 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1165264" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1165264">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Milestone Society National ID: YW_XGIS
Old Guide Stone by A682, Rimington Lane junction with Hardacre Lane (East face)
The Guide Stone is located in angle of minor roads, next to grey metal junction box on the West side of the road.  Parish of Rimington (Ribble Valley District). Carved stone post, erected in the 18th Century, old edge chips. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- TO / {hand to left} / BurnLey /(1) 2 m : : TO / {hand to right} / (?) /5 ms / TO E {hand to left} / Gisbern / 1m Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1165264 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: YW_XGIS
Old Guide Stone by A682, Rimington Lane junction with Hardacre Lane (West Face) The Guide Stone is located in angle of minor roads, next to grey metal junction box on the West side of the road.  Parish of Rimington (Ribble Valley District). Carved stone post, erected in the 18th Century, old edge chips. East face photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7383066" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7383066">Link</a> Inscription reads:- TO / {hand to left} / BurnLey /(1) 2 m : : TO / {hand to right} / (?) / 5 ms / TO E {hand to left} / Gisbern / 1m Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1165264 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1165264" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1165264">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Milestone Society National ID: YW_XGIS
Old Guide Stone by A682, Rimington Lane junction with Hardacre Lane (West Face)
The Guide Stone is located in angle of minor roads, next to grey metal junction box on the West side of the road.  Parish of Rimington (Ribble Valley District). Carved stone post, erected in the 18th Century, old edge chips. East face photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- TO / {hand to left} / BurnLey /(1) 2 m : : TO / {hand to right} / (?) / 5 ms / TO E {hand to left} / Gisbern / 1m Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1165264 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: YW_XGIS
Old milestone This milestone which would have stood at the southeast corner of the A59/B6265 Bracewll Lane is now built into steps at the back of the White Bull PH in Gisburn. This face is engraved with a hand pointing left/To/SKipton/9 Miles/hand pointing right/Gisbor(n)/2 Ms. The other visible face is engraved with a hand pointing left To/Settle 11 ms/hand to right/Colne 7 ms.
Old milestone
This milestone which would have stood at the southeast corner of the A59/B6265 Bracewll Lane is now built into steps at the back of the White Bull PH in Gisburn. This face is engraved with a hand pointing left/To/SKipton/9 Miles/hand pointing right/Gisbor(n)/2 Ms. The other visible face is engraved with a hand pointing left To/Settle 11 ms/hand to right/Colne 7 ms.
Gisburne Park Entrance Lodges At the south entrance at the end of Park Road from the centre of Gisburn
Gisburne Park Entrance Lodges
At the south entrance at the end of Park Road from the centre of Gisburn
A View over the Ribble Valley The Ribble south of Paythorne seen from near Castle Haugh
A View over the Ribble Valley
The Ribble south of Paythorne seen from near Castle Haugh
Rivet benchmark on a milestone north of Gisburn Settle 10 miles on the south face, Gisburn 1 mile on the north. The Ordnance Survey arrow is on the east face
Rivet benchmark on a milestone north of Gisburn
Settle 10 miles on the south face, Gisburn 1 mile on the north. The Ordnance Survey arrow is on the east face
Road to Middle Breaks
Road to Middle Breaks
Short muddy track into arable field At the top of the hill in amongst the trees is a Tumulus
Short muddy track into arable field
At the top of the hill in amongst the trees is a Tumulus
A682 near Middle Breaks
A682 near Middle Breaks
Extraordinary Structure near Ellenthorpe Near the kennels and farm at Ellenthorpe. This odd structure stands alone and isolated in an empty pasture. Is it an elaborate ancient shelter for livestock or a folly of some sort? What category shall I file it under? Must be curiosity
Extraordinary Structure near Ellenthorpe
Near the kennels and farm at Ellenthorpe. This odd structure stands alone and isolated in an empty pasture. Is it an elaborate ancient shelter for livestock or a folly of some sort? What category shall I file it under? Must be curiosity
Middle Breaks Hill Hill about a mile north of Gisburn with Farm bearing the same name at its base to the right
Middle Breaks Hill
Hill about a mile north of Gisburn with Farm bearing the same name at its base to the right
Low Laithe
Low Laithe
Culvert or Bridge You have a choice as to what you call this, but you will still keep your feet dry when you use it to cross the stream
Culvert or Bridge
You have a choice as to what you call this, but you will still keep your feet dry when you use it to cross the stream
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Gisburn is located at Grid Ref: SD8248 (Lat: 53.935438, Lng: -2.270791)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Ribble Valley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Natural: peak
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End Date: 1962-09
Railway: site
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Start Date: 1879
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Hindolinis
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Historic: memorial
Memorial: war_memorial
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