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Bank Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire

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Bank Wood

Melbourne Road, Bolton From Haslam Park.
Melbourne Road, Bolton Credit: Phil and Juliette Platt

Bank Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated near the village of Wood, this woodland area covers a vast expanse of approximately 200 acres. The forest is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, creating a diverse and rich ecosystem that supports a variety of plant and animal species.

The woodland is known for its tranquil atmosphere and is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. A network of well-maintained trails offers visitors the opportunity to explore the wood's beauty on foot, providing a chance to immerse oneself in the serene surroundings. As visitors meander through the forest, they may encounter a plethora of wildlife, including deer, badgers, squirrels, and a wide array of bird species.

Bank Wood is not only a haven for wildlife but also boasts a significant historical background. It is believed to have played a crucial role during the Industrial Revolution, serving as a source of timber for the local mills and contributing to Lancashire's thriving textile industry.

The woodland is meticulously managed by local authorities and conservation organizations to preserve its natural beauty and protect its inhabitants. Regular maintenance activities such as tree planting, coppicing, and controlled burning help to maintain a healthy and sustainable ecosystem within the wood.

Bank Wood offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling urban life, allowing visitors to reconnect with nature and appreciate the beauty of Lancashire's countryside. Whether it be for a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply to enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings, Bank Wood provides a captivating experience for all who venture into its depths.

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Melbourne Road, Bolton From Haslam Park.
Melbourne Road, Bolton
From Haslam Park.
Middlebrook Valley Way, Lady Bridge Lane Combined cycle and pedestrian path and river, Middle Brook, at road bridge; the bridge continues to the left over the railway line. In 1978 the path was not named or designted as a cycle route.
Middlebrook Valley Way, Lady Bridge Lane
Combined cycle and pedestrian path and river, Middle Brook, at road bridge; the bridge continues to the left over the railway line. In 1978 the path was not named or designted as a cycle route.
Briksdal Way A residential development off Chorley New Road.
Briksdal Way
A residential development off Chorley New Road.
Regent Road A residential road in Lostock.
Regent Road
A residential road in Lostock.
Bolton Steam Museum This centrifugal governor has appeared on display since my last visit here. It is the speed control governor from a 2500 horsepower horizontal tandem compound extraction engine built by John Musgrave of Bolton in 1923/4 for the east Lancs Paper Mill, Radcliffe. The engine also had an extraction governor to maintain pressure in the pass-out process main. The Museum also has this engine's barring engine. The governor is seen with the cover raised to show the weights and springs within.
Bolton Steam Museum
This centrifugal governor has appeared on display since my last visit here. It is the speed control governor from a 2500 horsepower horizontal tandem compound extraction engine built by John Musgrave of Bolton in 1923/4 for the east Lancs Paper Mill, Radcliffe. The engine also had an extraction governor to maintain pressure in the pass-out process main. The Museum also has this engine's barring engine. The governor is seen with the cover raised to show the weights and springs within.
Bolton Steam Museum - Corliss valve gear These components are the Corliss steam (inlet) valve trip gears from the low pressure cylinder of a horizontal tandem compound engine that was at Primrose Mill, Harle Syke. The engine was by Pollit & Wigzell of Sowerby Bridge and produced 700 horsepower. The intention is to reassemble these and drive them by an electric motor to demonstrate the trip gear in action. The green and red item behind is a barring engine from another site.
Bolton Steam Museum - Corliss valve gear
These components are the Corliss steam (inlet) valve trip gears from the low pressure cylinder of a horizontal tandem compound engine that was at Primrose Mill, Harle Syke. The engine was by Pollit & Wigzell of Sowerby Bridge and produced 700 horsepower. The intention is to reassemble these and drive them by an electric motor to demonstrate the trip gear in action. The green and red item behind is a barring engine from another site.
Bolton Steam Museum - Robey cross compound engine Seen running at about normal working speed of 120 rpm. Built by Robey of Lincoln in 1935 as a teaching engine for the Manchester College of Technology. The engine was removed in 1947 and stored for 40 years for possible resale. One of the society's members bought it and loaned it in 1987.
Bolton Steam Museum - Robey cross compound engine
Seen running at about normal working speed of 120 rpm. Built by Robey of Lincoln in 1935 as a teaching engine for the Manchester College of Technology. The engine was removed in 1947 and stored for 40 years for possible resale. One of the society's members bought it and loaned it in 1987.
Bolton Steam Museum - main entrance This is the museum of the Northern Mill Engine Society and contains one of the best collections of stationary steam engines in the country.
Bolton Steam Museum - main entrance
This is the museum of the Northern Mill Engine Society and contains one of the best collections of stationary steam engines in the country.
Bolton Steam Museum - 'Elsie' The audience are admiring 'Elsie' during a run on live steam. The engine is a J & W McNaught of Rochdale horizontal tandem compound from Wasp Mill, Wardle. Bolton steam Museum is the country's finest collection of textile mill type engines and they can all be demonstrated in steam.
Bolton Steam Museum - 'Elsie'
The audience are admiring 'Elsie' during a run on live steam. The engine is a J & W McNaught of Rochdale horizontal tandem compound from Wasp Mill, Wardle. Bolton steam Museum is the country's finest collection of textile mill type engines and they can all be demonstrated in steam.
Bolton Steam Museum - Robey uniflow engine I have a real soft spot for this 'modern' design of reciprocating steam engine. This design has the efficiency of a much more complicated triple expansion engine in a much smaller footprint. This is because wasteful condensation is reduced by ensuring the steam flows in one direction only from the hot cylinder heads to the cooler exhaust ports in the centre of the cylinder. Because of the temperature gradient and differential expansion the cylinders were bored in a barrel shape with a wider bore in the cool centre. At operating temperature the bore became parallel. Another special feature was the need to provide compression relief when the engine was running without a good vacuum produced by condensing the steam. Many uniflows had manually operated valves on the sides of the cylinder that opened auxiliary clearance spaces. This engine has automatic auxiliary exhaust valves. These operate all the time in the Museum because there is no condensing plant in operation. This engine was built in 1926 and supplied to the Baltic Sawmills, Ammanford. From 1938 it was used as a test engine in the laboratories of the Manchester College of Technology. It was removed by a local machinery merchant in 1947 and stored until acquired by the Northern Mill Engine Society in 1987. The cylinder is 13.5" bore by 16" stroke and it ran at 200 revolutions per minute on superheated steam at 200 pounds per square inch.
Bolton Steam Museum - Robey uniflow engine
I have a real soft spot for this 'modern' design of reciprocating steam engine. This design has the efficiency of a much more complicated triple expansion engine in a much smaller footprint. This is because wasteful condensation is reduced by ensuring the steam flows in one direction only from the hot cylinder heads to the cooler exhaust ports in the centre of the cylinder. Because of the temperature gradient and differential expansion the cylinders were bored in a barrel shape with a wider bore in the cool centre. At operating temperature the bore became parallel. Another special feature was the need to provide compression relief when the engine was running without a good vacuum produced by condensing the steam. Many uniflows had manually operated valves on the sides of the cylinder that opened auxiliary clearance spaces. This engine has automatic auxiliary exhaust valves. These operate all the time in the Museum because there is no condensing plant in operation. This engine was built in 1926 and supplied to the Baltic Sawmills, Ammanford. From 1938 it was used as a test engine in the laboratories of the Manchester College of Technology. It was removed by a local machinery merchant in 1947 and stored until acquired by the Northern Mill Engine Society in 1987. The cylinder is 13.5" bore by 16" stroke and it ran at 200 revolutions per minute on superheated steam at 200 pounds per square inch.
Sports pavilion off Eldercot Road 'Wallys Eleven' is a ladies cricket team. The field has no apparent cricket facilities however.
Sports pavilion off Eldercot Road
'Wallys Eleven' is a ladies cricket team. The field has no apparent cricket facilities however.
Fernhill Convenience Store A corner shop on the corner of Greenhill Lane and Wigan Road. The flats on the left are quite new. Through the gap can be seen Ladybridge High school.
Fernhill Convenience Store
A corner shop on the corner of Greenhill Lane and Wigan Road. The flats on the left are quite new. Through the gap can be seen Ladybridge High school.
Deane United Reformed Church The hall on the right is used for community activities but the Seddon banner on it is ominous. Is it going to be redeveloped?
Deane United Reformed Church
The hall on the right is used for community activities but the Seddon banner on it is ominous. Is it going to be redeveloped?
Deane Golf Club The clubhouse presents its rear view to the world at large.
Deane Golf Club
The clubhouse presents its rear view to the world at large.
Glenshee Drive A residential road in Deane with views up towards Winter Hill. A footpath uses this road.
Glenshee Drive
A residential road in Deane with views up towards Winter Hill. A footpath uses this road.
Mowers on Deane Golf Course Keeping the fairway in trim. This is viewed over the hedge from Armadale Road.
Mowers on Deane Golf Course
Keeping the fairway in trim. This is viewed over the hedge from Armadale Road.
Closure of Lady Bridge Lane The bridge over the railway has been closed due to electrification work on the line. The diversion is a long way round.
Closure of Lady Bridge Lane
The bridge over the railway has been closed due to electrification work on the line. The diversion is a long way round.
Woodland by Deane Golf Club Viewed from one of the paths giving access round the course.
Woodland by Deane Golf Club
Viewed from one of the paths giving access round the course.
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Bank Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD6808 (Lat: 53.575066, Lng: -2.4738883)

Unitary Authority: Bolton

Police Authority: Greater Manchester

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