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The Top 9 Natural Monuments around Winksley

Winksley’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 9

beautiful natural monuments around Winksley. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!

Last updated: November 14, 2025

Brimham Rocks

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The breathtakingly-beautiful rock formations of Brimham Rocks were created by an enormous river some 350 million years ago. They have since been shaped by millions of years worth of wind, …

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Old Spring Wood

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Old Spring Wood is not just any wood; it has proper history. It dates back to prehistoric times and has been managed since in a variety of ways. There are …

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This area is renowned for its dramatic geological features, including sandstone outcrops that have earned names like Druid's Needle, The Eagle, and The Dancing Bear. These formations have developed over …

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Hackfall Fountain Pond

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The fountain pond in Hackfall Forest is well worth finding. The fountain works from a hand pump that you must pressurize yourself. There is an information board and example of …

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Druid's Writing Desk

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One of the more astonishing rocks at Brimham Rocks. The name Druid's writing desk was mentioned as far back as 1843 in the Leeds Times.

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