The peace and tranquillity that can be enjoyed in Cliff Ridge Wood and Quarry is a stark contrast to how the area would have been towards the end of the 19th century. At this time the quarry was in full swing with large quantities of whinstone being removed and transported away by tram, the remains of which can still be seen in the wood.
The whinstone itself was formed around 58 million years ago when volcanic activity caused hot molten rock to be injected through the sedimentary bedrock. Over the millennia this weathered more slowly than the surrounding rock causing ridges to be left behind.
You will find out more about both the formation of the ridge and the history of the quarry reading the information panels that provide the fact you will need to complete this cache.
This cache along with National Trust Trail – Newton Wood and National Trust Trail – Roseberry Topping contain the coordinates for the bonus cache National Trust Trail – Newton Moor. The numbers are marked on both the box and the front of the log book.
The National Trust is a charity that protects special places in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, for ever, for everyone
Car parking is available in Newton Under Roseberry at N 54°30.450' W 001°07.250' or use the lay-by at N 54°29.650' W 001°06.510'
Question One: N 54°29.700' W 001°06.897'
The information panel includes an illustration of quarrymen working the whinstone. How many men are there?
Answer = A
Question Two: N 54°29.920' W 001°07.437'
In what year did the Leeds Corporation obtain the rights to quarry the whinstone?
Answer = 18BC
Question Three
And in what year did Percy Winn take over the operation?
Answer = 18DE
Goal: N N 54°29.(C-B+E)(D)(D)' W 001°07.(C-D)(C)(A)'
The area is extremely popular with visitors so stealth will be required at all times.