Cocklemire Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire Lancaster

England

Cocklemire Wood

Disused railway bridge crosses Leck Beck Once part of the Ingleton Branch Railway until closure on 1 October 1964 — Disused railway bridge crosses Leck Beck Credit: Tim Glover

Cocklemire Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Lancashire, England. It covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is known for its diverse range of wildlife and stunning natural beauty. The wood is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by fields and rolling hills, providing a peaceful and tranquil environment for visitors.

The wood is predominantly made up of various species of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense and vibrant canopy. This lush vegetation provides a rich habitat for a wide array of wildlife, including birds, mammals, and insects. Visitors to Cocklemire Wood have the opportunity to spot species such as woodpeckers, deer, foxes, and butterflies, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

There are several well-maintained walking trails that wind through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. These pathways are clearly marked and offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape. In addition to the walking trails, there are also picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the wood, providing opportunities for visitors to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Cocklemire Wood is managed by the local council, which ensures the protection and preservation of this valuable natural resource. The wood is open to the public year-round, and there is no admission fee. Whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat, an opportunity to connect with nature, or simply a pleasant stroll through the woods, Cocklemire Wood offers something for everyone.

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Cocklemire Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.17309/-2.566825 or Grid Reference SD6375. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Disused railway bridge crosses Leck Beck

Once part of the Ingleton Branch Railway until closure on 1 October 1964

Tim Glover

Benchmark, Cowdber Farm

Detail of the Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the north side of the barn door opening at Cowdber Farm. The benchmark is not on the Ordnance Survey Database (location photograph SD6275 : The front of Cowdber Barn). Cowdber Farm is no longer a working farm and the barn has been converted into holiday accommodation.

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The front of Cowdber Barn

Cowdber Farm is no longer a working farm and the barn has been converted into holiday accommodation. There is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the angle of the wall beyond the door (detail photograph SD6275 : Benchmark, Cowdber Farm).

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Cowdber Barn

Cowdber Farm is no longer a working farm and the barn has been converted into holiday accommodation. There is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark wall beyond the barn door (detail photograph SD6275 : Benchmark, Cowdber Farm).

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Ford near Burrow Hall

This ford is on a farm access track between Over Burrow and Leck Beck Barn adjacent to the grounds of Burrow Hall, behind the high stone wall to the right. A footbridge beside the wall on the northeast side of the ford is provided for the public footpath from Over Burrow to Cowan Bridge.

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Seat on Woodman Lane

The installation of this seat in commemoration of the Coronation of King Charles III was funded by the local community. Slightly elevated on a stone and concrete plinth, it offers a distant view of the summit of Ingleborough. The inscription on the seat is: KING CHARLES III CORONATION 6 MAY 2023 The stone wall behind the seat bounds Burrow Deer Park.

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Footpath by Leck Beck

The public footpath from Over Burrow to Cowan Bridge beside Leck Beck near High Gale.

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Track and ditch near Leck Beck Barn

A public footpath from Over Burrow to Cowan Bridge follows the track.

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Stile beside Eller Beck

This stile, leaning and on the point of collapse, beside Eller Beck near Low Gale is provided for the public footpath from Over Burrow to Cowan Bridge. The fell in the left background is Brownthwaite, that in the right background is Cragareth.

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Sheep pens, Low Gale

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Stile at Cowan Bridge

When the old bridge carrying the A65 road over Leck Beck at Cowan Bridge was bypassed with a new bridge built alongside it to the north, the stile provided at the south end of the northeast parapet of the old bridge for the public footpath to Leck was severed from the footpath it had previously served, rendering it virtually redundant. A new stile was provided for the continuation of the footpath on the opposite side of the present A65.

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Blocked stile near Hagg Brow

This stile, blocked with stones, was made redundant when the public footpath from Cowan Bridge to Leck was diverted a few metres to the northwest along the top of the bank above Leck Beck, and fenced off from the field.

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Path near Hagg Brow

This is the public footpath from Cowan Bridge to Leck.

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Footpath near Leck

This is the public footpath from Cowan Bridge on the approach to Leck, visible in the background.

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Coulter Beck Lane

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Footpath gate

This gate is on the public footpath from Collingholme to Cowan Bridge.

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Field gateway near Collingholme

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Roman road near Cowdber Farm

This important Roman road went from Manchester via Ribchester, Tebay and Kirkby Thore where it crossed the roman road from Catterick to Carlisle, and on to the Roman fort at Carvoran on Hadrian’s Wall. The road agger can be seen as a distinct ridge beside the hedge with the drainage ditch discernible beside it.

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Cocklemire Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD6375 (Lat: 54.17309, Lng: -2.566825)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Lancaster

Police Authority: Lancashire