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Royd Moor
Royd Moor is a high ridge about three miles west of Penistone. It is notable for its thirteen wind turbines, which are visible for a great distance to the north. This also makes it a very good location for its views. On a clear day, it is just possible to see the cooling towers of various electricity generating stations, such as Drax and Selby and various features of the Barnsley area. The largest landmark is the graceful tower of Emley Moor transmitting station, which radiates analogue and digital tv channels, PMR, amateur radio beacon 'MLE' and some local radio stations (national radio stations come from Holme Moss).
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Top picture looks towards Penistone, with the viaduct clearly visible. Centre view is the tv tower of Emley Moor, with Ingbirchworth in the foreground. On the right is a view towards Scout Dike reservoir, showing the block of executive houses which were built there a couple of years ago. The remaining views are, of course, the wind turbines of Royd Moor. Just down the road is a rough patch of ground which is very popular with bilberry-pickers each September.
