Clints & Grikes - Typical limestone country

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This shot was taken near Conistone in Wharfedale, and it is typical of the limestone pavements found in many parts of the Yorkshire Dales, particularly in the Malham and 'Three Peaks' areas.
The 'clints' are the limestone blocks, and the 'grikes' the water eroded spaces between.


All images © Dave Lawrance