Birch Wood

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Birch Wood

Forest track Forest track near Serridge Green in the Forest of Dean.
Forest track Credit: Philip Halling

Birch Wood is a picturesque forest located in Gloucestershire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is known for its dense population of birch trees, which give the wood its name. The forest is situated in a rural area, surrounded by rolling hills and fields, creating a tranquil and idyllic setting.

The wood is easily accessible through well-maintained footpaths and trails, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers. The forest provides a habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna, including various species of birds, butterflies, and small mammals. It is particularly renowned for its vibrant display of bluebells during the spring season.

The woodland floor is covered with a rich carpet of moss, creating a lush and green landscape. The birch trees themselves stand tall and slender, with their distinctive silver-white bark adding to the beauty of the forest. The wood is also home to other tree species such as oak, beech, and ash, which further enhance its biodiversity.

Visitors to Birch Wood can enjoy peaceful walks, picnics, and photography opportunities amidst the serene surroundings. Additionally, the forest offers a sense of tranquility and an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is a place where visitors can connect with nature, breathe in the fresh air, and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Gloucestershire.

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Birch Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.831936/-2.5247601 or Grid Reference SO6314. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forest track Forest track near Serridge Green in the Forest of Dean.
Forest track
Forest track near Serridge Green in the Forest of Dean.
Area of clearfell Area of clearfell at Serridge Green.  With the trees felled there are extensive views over the forest.
Area of clearfell
Area of clearfell at Serridge Green. With the trees felled there are extensive views over the forest.
Hicksters Ways bat roost A fabricated bat roost at Hicksters Ways in the Forest of Dean.
Hicksters Ways bat roost
A fabricated bat roost at Hicksters Ways in the Forest of Dean.
Cycleway and former railway Cycleway and former railway trackbed passing through Crabtreehill Plantation in the Forest of Dean.
Cycleway and former railway
Cycleway and former railway trackbed passing through Crabtreehill Plantation in the Forest of Dean.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery Former railway track and now a cycleway passing through the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery.  Trees have been felled since I last photographed this site just over seven years ago <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3954592">SO6313 : Foxes Bridge Colliery</a>.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
Former railway track and now a cycleway passing through the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery. Trees have been felled since I last photographed this site just over seven years ago SO6313 : Foxes Bridge Colliery.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery The site of Foxes Bridge Colliery viewed from a former railway track and now cycleway.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
The site of Foxes Bridge Colliery viewed from a former railway track and now cycleway.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery Former railway track and now a cycleway passing through the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
Former railway track and now a cycleway passing through the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery.
Cycleway passing through Crabtreehill Plantation Cycleway on a former railway trackbed passing through Crabtreehill Plantation.
Cycleway passing through Crabtreehill Plantation
Cycleway on a former railway trackbed passing through Crabtreehill Plantation.
Pump bob - Foxes Bridge Colliery near Cinderford This inverted tee bob was undoubtedly associated with a steam pumping engine for draining this colliery and has been retained on site on a specially made concrete pad. Unfortunately it is being reclaimed by nature and is fairly well hidden although there is a well established path to it. It took me a while of hunting to find it from the nearby cycle trail.
Pump bob - Foxes Bridge Colliery near Cinderford
This inverted tee bob was undoubtedly associated with a steam pumping engine for draining this colliery and has been retained on site on a specially made concrete pad. Unfortunately it is being reclaimed by nature and is fairly well hidden although there is a well established path to it. It took me a while of hunting to find it from the nearby cycle trail.
Trig point near Crabtree Hill, forest of Dean
Trig point near Crabtree Hill, forest of Dean
Remains of Foxes Bridge Colliery near Cinderford Some large lumps of masonry adjoining a cycle trail through the site. There are other interesting foundations and the remains of a pumping bob nearby but they do take a little hunting for.
Remains of Foxes Bridge Colliery near Cinderford
Some large lumps of masonry adjoining a cycle trail through the site. There are other interesting foundations and the remains of a pumping bob nearby but they do take a little hunting for.
Junction of tracks near the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery The crossing track is a family cycle way. The houses in the distance are in Cinderford
Junction of tracks near the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
The crossing track is a family cycle way. The houses in the distance are in Cinderford
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery The cycle way passing through behind the large lump of masonry is on the track bed of a former railway serving the colliery. There are quite a few remains in the undergrowth including an inverted tee bob from a pumping engine.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
The cycle way passing through behind the large lump of masonry is on the track bed of a former railway serving the colliery. There are quite a few remains in the undergrowth including an inverted tee bob from a pumping engine.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery - machinery foundations  The site contains scattered lumps of masonry and concrete. This is possibly the footings for a steam winding engine. Cinderford is seen in the distance.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery - machinery foundations
The site contains scattered lumps of masonry and concrete. This is possibly the footings for a steam winding engine. Cinderford is seen in the distance.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery This shows a concrete footing in the foreground with an inverted tee bob from a pumping installation in the background. This latter had been erected on a ne concrete pad. Unfortunately nature is claiming it back. There are similar pieces at New Fancy colliery but not as well preserved or presented.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
This shows a concrete footing in the foreground with an inverted tee bob from a pumping installation in the background. This latter had been erected on a ne concrete pad. Unfortunately nature is claiming it back. There are similar pieces at New Fancy colliery but not as well preserved or presented.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery - machinery foundations  I think this is probably part of the foundations for a steam winding engine. In the background hidden by the green bush right of centre is the inverted tee bob from a pumping engine.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery - machinery foundations
I think this is probably part of the foundations for a steam winding engine. In the background hidden by the green bush right of centre is the inverted tee bob from a pumping engine.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery - machinery footings  I think these foundations were probably for a steam winding engine. The houses in the background are in Cinderford.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery - machinery footings
I think these foundations were probably for a steam winding engine. The houses in the background are in Cinderford.
Cycle trail through the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
Cycle trail through the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
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Birch Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO6314 (Lat: 51.831936, Lng: -2.5247601)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Located within 500m of 51.831936,-2.5247601
Board Type: history
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Lat/Long: 51.8338433/-2.5186479
Birch Wood
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 51.8305409/-2.5277806
Laymoor Junction
Historic Railway: junction
Railway: site
Lat/Long: 51.828215/-2.5234037
Cinderford South Loop Junction
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