St Oswald's church, a Grade II listed building, is attractively situated on the bank of the River Skirfare on the edge of Arncliffe village. There has been a church here since the early 12th century but the existing building was largely rebuilt in the 19th century, although the tower dates back to the 15th century. Built of local limestone, it almost appears to have grown out of the earth, so well does it fit the character of the surrounding limestone dale.
I stood on the bridge over the river for quite a long time, watching pied and grey wagtails busily flitting over the rocks, hunting for insects and bobbing their long tails in their distinctive way.
Rural Yorkshire at its best. Spring seems to be a week or two behind what's happening down here in the deep south.
ReplyDeleteIt's like traveling back in time! I'm falling in love for this place more and more each time you post a new picture..
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful setting!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful spot! The tower and the puffy clouds caught my eye first!
ReplyDeleteWow - I love it!
ReplyDeleteI would find it so hard to tear myself away from a spot like that. I sometimes lose myself in space and time when looking at something as beautiful as this. Thanks for sharing x
ReplyDeleteAs always, jennyfreckles, you have captured a postcard-worthy scene.
ReplyDeleteWonderful shot, Jenny!
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