Way back in time, centuries ago, the farmer in charge of a horse drawn wagon, or shepherd returning from his flock, would find a permitted short cut along which he could lead his horse by its bridle very useful. Hence the term "Bridleway" or "Bridle Path" was born. The standard length of a cart axle was 5ft 6in and so bridle paths had, by custom & by law to be at least 6ft wide. That measurement has increased to 2 metres in modern times! Nowadays horse riding is permitted, and common, on bridle paths and so, additionally, a height recommendation of 3.5 metres (about 11ft 6in) without obstruction, has come into force in many counties, The bridleway between Watery Lane & Gargrave Road, on which this cache is hidden, fails both the width and height regulations but is rarely used and perfectly passable for pedestrians! The better way to this 'cache is from the Watery Lane end, but the finger post points to "Eshton" Road (although OS maps label it "Gargrave" Road)!
Please remove and replace this cache carefully, ensuring that it is secure before leaving. A pair of tweezers would be helpful to remove the log and a pen or pencil is needed to sign it.