Disher Force, Woodall - 1 May 2008

The construction and installation of a new bridleway bridge at Disher Force, near Woodhall, Aysgarth

Just out of interest, we thought we would photograph this unique piece of rural industrial archaeology. The tarn, with a controlled outflow of water which runs through the site to a waterfall and large cast iron pump. The water was pumped then to the village of Woodhall to work a watermill which in turn provided electricity to the village. Now sadly not working, but in view of the current fashion for green energy sources, someday we hope it could be brought back into use - what a wonderful project for a Lottery grant!