Lower Spoonhill Wood

Wood, Forest in Shropshire

England

Lower Spoonhill Wood

A458 north of Muckley Cross Credit: Peter Whatley

Lower Spoonhill Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Shropshire, England. Spanning over an area of approximately 50 acres, this ancient forest offers a tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The wood is situated on gently sloping ground, encompassing both deciduous and coniferous trees that create a diverse and vibrant ecosystem.

As visitors enter Lower Spoonhill Wood, they are greeted by a well-marked network of walking trails that wind through the enchanting forest. The pathways meander through a rich tapestry of oak, beech, and birch trees, providing ample shade during the summer months. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and foxgloves, adding bursts of color to the landscape.

The wood is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a haven for animal lovers and birdwatchers. Roe deer can often be spotted gracefully roaming through the trees, while badgers and foxes occasionally make an appearance during the quieter hours. Bird species such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls can be heard throughout the day, filling the air with their melodic songs.

Lower Spoonhill Wood offers a sense of serenity and seclusion, with its dense foliage acting as a natural barrier from the outside world. It is a popular destination for families, who can enjoy picnics in designated areas or engage in educational activities organized by local conservation groups.

Overall, Lower Spoonhill Wood is a captivating woodland that showcases the natural beauty of Shropshire. Its diverse flora and fauna, combined with its tranquil atmosphere, make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts seeking solace in the heart of the English countryside.

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Lower Spoonhill Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.55876/-2.5550921 or Grid Reference SO6295. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A458 north of Muckley Cross

Peter Whatley

A458 near Watkis Coppice

Peter Whatley

Crossroads on the A458 near Beggarhill Brook Farm

Peter Whatley

Not as muddy as you might have thought

At least, this bit wasn't as muddy as suspected in SO6396 : That looks like a muddy path - but the next section south looked like a quagmire, so we turned around.

Richard Law

Manor House, Acton Round

Dating from 1713-14, built for Sir Whitmore Acton, probably to the designs of Francis Smith of Warwick. The pinkish-red brick facade is divided into a 2-3-2 rhythm by giant rusticated pilaster strips. Grade I listed. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the C18th architectural hierarchy, Smith (1672-1738) lay somewhere between the London elite and the breed of skilled, provincial builder-architects who created substantial parts of the built fabric of the country that we see today. It's likely that brick dust ran in his veins - his father, also Francis, and his brother, William, were bricklayers, his elder brother Richard was also in the trade, and Francis's son, William, inherited his practice. Centred around Warwick, Francis built up a substantial practice, designing numerous country houses for the Midlands gentry, covering every county in the region except Nottinghamshire, as well as churches and the odd public building. After the catastrophic fire of 1694 in Warwick, he and William were contracted to supervise rebuilding and rebuilt parts of the town themselves. Francis assembled a small band of talented craftsmen to whom he returned time and time again. Whilst not particularly innovative, his commissions were secured on the back of building attractive houses to high standards of craftsmanship, his trustworthiness and reliability. Two members of the London elite, James Gibbs and Thomas Archer, entrusted Francis to execute several of their designs, and it seems likely that in at least one of these cases he modified the building to his own designs.

Stephen Richards

Acton Round Indian kiosk

A modern folly built to disguise a water tank.

Alan Terrill

Lane to the left, footpath to the right

TCExplorer

Remove strap to use footpath

TCExplorer

Walton Brook

TCExplorer

Wheat field and recently restored hedge

TCExplorer

A458 Southbound

The A458 runs for 86 miles between Mallwyd, in the Snowdonia National Park, and Halesowen, in the suburbs of Birmingham. On the way it passes through Welshpool, Shrewsbury, Much Wenlock, Bridgnorth and Stourbridge. Link

SABRE

David Dixon

A458 near Watkis Coppice

SABRE

David Dixon

A458 in Dollops Coppice

David Smith

View across Callaughton

Callaughton farm and village houses.

James Allan

OS benchmark - Acton Round, farm building to NE

An OS cutmark on a cornerstone of an outbuilding to a farm just outside the village; originally levelled at 141.89m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.

Richard Law

OS benchmark - barn at Acton Round Hall

An OS cutmark on a footing stone of the large roadside barn just southwest of Acton Round Hall; originally levelled at 143.308m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.

Richard Law