Where is Swinton Druids Temple?
Today. The Druid’s Temple is one of Yorkshire’s most interesting follies, in the woods, located near Leighton Reservoir with the surrounding moorland and Yorkshire Dales landscape.
How long is Druids Temple walk?
The Druids Temple is a short 10 minute walk from the small carpark, along the road and then a very good path to the main stones. There is a map on a signpost with suggested walking routes.
Where to park for Druids Temple?
Swinton Bivouac
Simply navigate to Swinton Bivouac (HG4 4JZ) and there is parking indicated for The Druid’s Temple before you enter the main car park. Please note that there is an honesty box and a recommended contribution of £3 (at time of publication) for the upkeep of the car park and footpaths.
What is a temple built by the Druids of England?
The Druids Temple was built to alleviate local unemployment, allowing William Danby, a wealthy landowner of the time to pay workers a shilling a day for their labour. At less than 200 years old, it is nonetheless an atmospheric and intriguing location.
Where in Yorkshire is the Druids Temple?
Masham
The Druid’s Temple is in woodland at the end of Knowle Lane, just north of the village of Ilton and four miles west of Masham.
Can you walk around Leighton Reservoir?
This circular walk visits Leighton and Roundhill Reservoirs before climbing into the surrounding moors for great views back down to the water. You can start the walk from the roadside parking near the bridge and then follow paths along the woodland to Roundhill Reservoir.
Can you walk around Swinton Park?
Explore the Swinton Estate on this circular walk in North Yorkshire. The park covers 200 acres and includes miles of footpaths taking you to parkland, woodland, lakes and gardens. The castle is the seat of the Earl of Swinton and has now been converted into a hotel.
When was Druids Temple made?
1820
This folly was inspired by Stonehenge and known as ‘Druids’ Temple’. Built in 1820, It was commissioned by William Danby, one-time Sheriff of Yorkshire, near his home, Swinton Park, in the north of the county.
What was the name of the Druids Temple?
The Swinton Druids Temple is a modern folly, built in the 1820s on the orders of William Danby, the eccentric owner of the Swinton Estate. As an inventive solution to local unemployment, he decided to pay workers a shilling a day to prop up stones to create his own personal little Stonehenge.
Is Leighton Reservoir open?
Leighton Reservoir is 7 days per week from 6 am to dusk, finishing time displayed on side of anglers hut.