Lower Mickletown to Boat Lane
Old houses, once the last houses in Lower Mickletown, demolished 1960's
These old houses, were originally the last houses
in Lower Mickletown. They stood on the north sideof the road, approximately
where the last bungalows stand in 1982. Older properties were demolished in
the 1960s.
Boat Lane, 1981
A pretty lane leading down to the River Aire
and previously to Allerton Ferry over the Aire. At one time a well-used and
surfaced road when the ferry was in use. Now in need of repair and used only
by farmers, walkers and fishermen.
Formerly farming and grazing land but mining
subsidence caused the land level to be lowered and the area became permanently
covered with water. Now a haven for wild fowl as can be seen by the nesting
swans. Reeds provide shelterfor the birds.
In the background are the houses of Allerton Bywater and Hollinhurst. On the
left in far rear is St. Aidan's opencast mining spoil heap, now removed as
part of the restoration.
