High Cup Nick
Taken in the Yorkshire Dales. A ponderous landscape so different to anything I had seen – it left a lasting impression.
The valley – or ‘nick’ as it is known to the Yorkshiremen – has amazing natural perspective. It is deceptively steep, yet is criss-crossed with drystone walls, possibly built hundreds of years ago by the inhabitants of the area.
Check out the drystone wall in this photo – constructed down the steep valley side. Amazing!
The view goes on almost without end, and stunning rock formations are frequently seen along the craggy edges of the valley. I intend to post one such rocky outcrop, named ‘Cobblers Chair’ soon. It will be worth a look!
Technical: Taken in 1989 on Kodachrome 400 reversal film with a Ricoh XRP camera using a Rikenon 70-210 lens.
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susan davies
wonderful place, wonderful shot
Larry149 replied
It certainly was a memorable place. Thanks for your positive comments Susan!
Irish
Oh My, I want to go here, this is beautiful!
Larry149 replied
Thanks Mil, it’s a long walk from anywhere but worth it.
Marilyn Harris
Wow! What a magnificent perspective! I’ll definitely have to add this one to my “must see places to visit”, when next in the UK. Superb capture Larry!!
Larry149 replied
Can I go with you Blossom? I’d like to go back there again!
digitalmidge
I love the Yorkshire Dales, grew up nearby just one county away in Lancashire…This is a magnificent shot, super… love it!
Larry149 replied
Thanks for that. I love Lancaster – went there a few times and the old buildings etc are very interesting! Stayed on the River Lune in a caravan when touring, it was very nice.
Matt Halls
Beautiful view…what a spot for a shot! Very well done!
Larry149
Thanks Matt, can’t ‘Reply’ as the ‘Reply’ button has mysteriously disappeared . . .