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Kirkstall Abbey walk
Kirkstall Abbey is a ruined Cistercian monastery located in the outskirts of Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. The abbey was founded in 1152 by Cistercian monks from Fountains Abbey, under the patronage of Henry de Lacy, the Lord of the manor of Leeds. The abbey quickly became a prosperous and influential institution, owning vast lands and properties throughout Yorkshire. The monks engaged in agriculture, sheep-rearing, and cloth-making, and their wealth allowed them to build a

Michael Palmer
Apr 30, 20231 min read


Wentworth Castle walk
Wentworth Castle is a Grade I listed country house located in the village of Stainborough, South Yorkshire, England. It was built in the early 18th century by Thomas Wentworth, the 1st Earl of Strafford, and remained in the Wentworth family until the mid-20th century. The estate on which the house stands has a rich history dating back to the 13th century when it was owned by the de Stainborough family. It was later owned by the Reresby family and then passed to the Wentworth

Michael Palmer
Apr 23, 20231 min read


Ackworth circular walk
Ackworth circular walk. Ackworth has a rich history dating back to the 17th century. The village is known for its Quaker connections and Quaker School, founded in 1779. The Quaker movement arrived in Ackworth in the mid-17th century, and by the early 18th century, the village had become a major center of Quaker activity. Many prominent Quaker families settled in the area, and a number of meeting houses and schools were established. The Ackworth School was founded in 1779 by J

Michael Palmer
Apr 17, 20231 min read


Filey Bay – Filey Loop
Filey loop walk. Filey is a small town located on the coast of North Yorkshire, England. The history of Filey dates back to the Roman era, when a fort was built on the site of the current town. However, it wasn't until the 12th century that Filey began to develop as a settlement, when a small community grew up around a chapel dedicated to St. Oswald. Filey remained a small fishing village for much of its history, but in the 19th century it began to develop as a seaside resort

Michael Palmer
Apr 11, 20231 min read


Ackworth loop walk
Ackworth loop walk. Ackworth is a village and civil parish in the metropolitan borough of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles east of the town of Pontefract and 8 miles south-west of the city of Wakefield. Ackworth has a rich history dating back to the 12th century when it was first mentioned in historical records. The village was originally a small agricultural settlement, and its economy was primarily based on farming and wool production

Michael Palmer
Apr 10, 20231 min read


Ackworth & Hundhill loop walk.
Hundhill Hall is a historic building located near the village of Ackworth, in the county of West Yorkshire, England. The hall dates back to the 16th century and has a rich and fascinating history. The hall was built in the late 16th century and was originally owned by the Blaydes family. It was passed down through several generations of the family until the 18th century, when it was sold to the Milnes family. During the 19th century, Hundhill Hall became an important center f

Michael Palmer
Apr 10, 20231 min read


Ackworth and Hessle loop walk.
Hessle is an important sanctuary for wildlife including at least 30% of the species of bird, and several mammals, appearing on the list of Species of Principal Importance in England published by the Government (2006). The birds include Lapwings, Linnets, Grey Partridge, Tree Sparrows and Yellow Wagtails. In addition, there are several habitats with healthy populations of Great Crested Newts The earliest recorded date for the parish is 1066, referred to as Hessle, derived from

Michael Palmer
Apr 10, 20232 min read


Welton loop walk
Welton loop walk. Welton is a small village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. Its history can be traced back to the medieval period, when it was a centre of agricultural activity and had a thriving market. In the 16th century, Welton became known for its wool trade, and many of the village's historic buildings date from this time. The village also played a role in the English Civil War, with a battle taking place nearby in 1642. Throughout the 19th and early 2

Michael Palmer
Apr 9, 20231 min read


Old Royston loop walk
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Michael Palmer
Mar 11, 20231 min read


South Cave Loop walk.
South Cave is a village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, in the north of England. The village has a long and rich history, dating back to the Roman period. During the Roman period, South Cave was an important center for the production of iron. The village was located close to several sources of iron ore, and the local population became skilled at the production of iron tools and weapons. In the medieval period, South Cave was a thriving market town, and the village wa

Michael Palmer
Mar 6, 20231 min read


Norton Loop walk.
Norton Loop walk. Norton is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Doncaster, South Yorkshire, in the north of England. The history of Norton can be traced back to the Domesday Book of 1086, which mentions the village as being owned by Roger de Busli. The village has a long history of agriculture and was once a center for mining, with several coal pits located in the area during the 19th century. Norton is perhaps best known for its association with the famous racin

Michael Palmer
Feb 12, 20231 min read


Selby Canal loop walk.
The Selby Canal is a canal located in North Yorkshire, in the north of England. The canal was built in the late 18th century as a means of transporting goods from the River Ouse to the town of Selby and the surrounding areas. Construction of the Selby Canal began in 1774, and the canal was officially opened in 1778. The canal was built to connect the River Ouse with the town of Selby, which was an important center for the transportation of goods such as coal, timber, and agri

Michael Palmer
Feb 3, 20232 min read


Holmbridge & Digley Reservoir walk
Holmbridge & Digley Reservoir walk. Holmbridge is a small village in the Holme Valley, in West Yorkshire, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles south-west of the town of Holmfirth and 5 miles south-east of the city of Huddersfield. Digley Reservoir is a nearby reservoir located just south of Holmbridge. Holmbridge has a rich history dating back to the 13th century, when it was first mentioned in historical records. The village was originally a small agricultural settl

Michael Palmer
Feb 3, 20231 min read


Kirkham Priory loop walk.
Kirkham Priory loop walk. Kirkham Priory is a ruined Augustinian priory located in the village of Kirkham, in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire, England. The priory was founded in the 12th century and played an important role in the religious and cultural life of the local area for several centuries. The priory was founded in 1122 by Walter l'Espec, a wealthy Norman landowner, who donated the land and buildings to a group of Augustinian canons. The canons established a

Michael Palmer
Feb 3, 20231 min read


Nostel loop walk
Nostel loop walk. Nostell Priory was originally a medieval religious house founded in the 12th century by the Order of St. Augustine. However, during the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the 16th century, it was dissolved and its lands were seized by the Crown. In the early 18th century, the estate was purchased by the Winn family, who commissioned architect James Paine to design a new Palladian-style country house on the site of the former priory. The construction of the ne

Michael Palmer
Sep 17, 20221 min read


Cliffe circiluar walk.
Cliffe circiluar walk. Cliffe is a small village in the East Riding of Yorkshire, located about 5 miles east of Selby and 16 miles south of York. The village has a long history, dating back to at least the 12th century when it was mentioned in the Domesday Book. The village was once a busy port on the River Ouse, and in the 18th and 19th centuries it was an important center for the shipping of agricultural products and coal. During the 19th century, Cliffe was also an importa

Michael Palmer
Sep 10, 20221 min read


Sandal Castle & river Calder loop walk.
Sandal Castle & river Calder loop walk. Sandal Castle was built in the 12th century by William de Warenne, the Earl of Surrey, as a Norman motte-and-bailey fortress. It was constructed on a prominent sandstone ridge overlooking the River Calder and the surrounding countryside, and was strategically positioned to control trade and communications routes in the region. Throughout its history, Sandal Castle played a significant role in the conflicts and power struggles of medieva

Michael Palmer
Sep 10, 20221 min read


Brockadale loop walk.
Brockadale loop walk. Brockadale is a small village located in the West Yorkshire region of England. The earliest known record of the village dates back to the 13th century when it was known as "Broc-dale," which means "valley of the brook." In the medieval period, Brockadale was part of the estate of the De Laci family, who were influential landowners in the region. The village was home to a number of small farms and cottages, which were worked by tenant farmers. During the

Michael Palmer
Aug 3, 20221 min read


Heath & Wakefield loop walk
Heath & Wakefield loop walk Heath Village is a small settlement located near Wakefield, in West Yorkshire, England. It is a suburb of the city of Wakefield and is situated between the villages of Outwood and Stanley. The area now known as Heath Village was once a rural farming community, with scattered farms and cottages. The village grew in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as Wakefield expanded and more people moved to the area. The village was served by a railway sta

Michael Palmer
Jun 26, 20221 min read


Allerton Bywater, Duck Island
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Michael Palmer
Jun 13, 20221 min read
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