Ponds Wood

Wood, Forest in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Ponds Wood

Road junction in Barbondale The signpost points left to Barbon and Sedbergh; right to Dent and Hawes; and behind the camera to Casterton and Kirkby Lonsdale. There&#039;s also a cycle route sign for the Lakes and Dales Loop. — Road junction in Barbondale Credit: Stephen Craven

Ponds Wood is a beautiful forest located in Westmorland, a historic county in northwestern England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, the wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The wood is characterized by its diverse range of plant and animal species, making it a haven for wildlife. Tall, majestic trees such as oak, beech, and birch dominate the woodland, creating a serene and picturesque atmosphere. The forest floor is covered in a lush carpet of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers, adding to its natural charm.

The wood is intersected by several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting beauty at their own pace. These trails provide a peaceful and tranquil environment, perfect for those seeking solace in nature. The paths wind through the forest, leading to hidden ponds and streams that add to the wood's ethereal quality.

Ponds Wood is also a great place for birdwatching, with a variety of bird species residing in the area. Bird enthusiasts can spot species such as woodpeckers, song thrushes, and tawny owls, among others.

The wood is open to the public year-round, and visitors are advised to follow the marked trails and respect the natural environment. Ponds Wood offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the beauty of nature, providing a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Ponds Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.221859/-2.560622 or Grid Reference SD6380. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road junction in Barbondale

The signpost points left to Barbon and Sedbergh; right to Dent and Hawes; and behind the camera to Casterton and Kirkby Lonsdale. There's also a cycle route sign for the Lakes and Dales Loop.

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Barbon St Bartholomew - lychgate

The lychgate bears the dates 1872 and 1915. See also SD6382 : Lychgate, St Bartholomew's, Barbon.

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Barbon St Bartholomew

Unusually the tower, which contains six bells, is at the east rather than west end.

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Barbon St Bartholomew - interior

There's a good if brief description on the Church Heritage Record Link

as well as the Historic England listing.

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Barbon St Bartholomew - war memorial

Even a small village like this lost seven men in the Great War.

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Barbon St Bartholomew - Lord and Lady Shuttleworth's memorial

Wooden panelling beneath the west window forms tribute to Ughtred James, 1st Baron Shuttleworth (1844-1939) and his wife Blanche (1851-1924) of Barbon Manor. I presume Lawrence and Edward named on the church's war memorial SD6382 : Barbon St Bartholomew - war memorial were their sons.

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Barbon St Bartholomew - west window

"This window is dedicated to Louisa wife of Sir Woodbine Parish KCH by her daughter Blanche M Kay Shuttleworth". The Shuttleworths were Lords of the Manor, and Blanche is in her turn commemorated in the panelling below the window SD6382 : Barbon St Bartholomew - Lord and Lady Shuttleworth's memorial. The central motif is the Good Shepherd, a popular one of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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Barbon St Bartholomew - small stained glass window

"In memory of James Harrison St Stephen's Day 1900". James had been vicar of the parish since 1872.

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Barbon St Bartholomew - sundial

In the church grounds.

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Hayfield in Barbondale

A Roman road ran a little to the left of the large tree in the distance, and an early medieval settlement was just the other side of the road behind the camera SD6281 : Ancient settlement near Town End, Barbon. What crop did ancient Romans and early English people grow on this field?

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Roadside laithe between Barbon and Casterton

Kept in better condition than most, it even has a proper rainwater drainage system.

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Disused railway embankment between Barbon and Casterton (1)

The railway was the LMS route one between the 'Little North Western' line at Clapham and their main line to Scotland at Lowgill, via Ingleton. It last saw regular trains in 1954 and the track was lifted in 1967.

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