Limestone Pavement is a rare type of environment in England, primarily found in the western part of North Yorkshire as well as in southern and eastern Cumbria.
Limestone Pavement consists of limestone areas eroded by glaciers, characterized by large limestone blocks called clints separated by deep cracks known as grykes. (Photo: Mediastorehouse).
This terrain spans approximately 3,300 hectares in the Carboniferous Limestone region of Wales, Northern England, and Northern Ireland, as well as Durness Limestone in Scotland. (Photo: Amusingplanet)
Grykes can be up to 6 meters deep, although most range from 1-2 meters. Shallow erosion and pitting can also be found on the limestone blocks (clints). (Photo: Sciencephoto)
Most Limestone Pavement terrains are quite barren, with very little vegetation on the rock surface. (Photo: Mediastorehouse)
Limestone Pavement is formed by glacial activity on limestone bedrock. (Photo: Wikipedia).
Grykes are formed through weathering and the impact of rainwater. (Photo: Arnsidesilverdaleaonb).
Limestone pavements are known for their rich plant diversity. (Photo: Wildlifetrusts)
Human activities such as forest clearance and livestock grazing have created the massive limestone pavement terrain we see today. (Photo: Collinsdictionary).
