Hyde Wood

Wood, Forest in Herefordshire

England

Hyde Wood

A44 at Bringsty Common The emporium to the right sells antique and reclaimed artifacts.
The cafe is worth a stop too. — A44 at Bringsty Common Credit: Jonathan Billinger

Hyde Wood is a charming forest located in the county of Herefordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 1,000 acres, this woodland is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

Comprising a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, Hyde Wood boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna. Ancient oak trees dominate the landscape, providing a majestic canopy that creates a tranquil and enchanting atmosphere. Throughout the forest, visitors can also spot birch, beech, and pine trees, adding variety to the woodland scenery.

The forest floor of Hyde Wood is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones. This explosion of colors attracts a variety of wildlife, making it a haven for birdwatchers and animal lovers. Lucky visitors may catch a glimpse of deer, foxes, badgers, and a myriad of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes.

Hyde Wood offers a network of well-maintained trails, providing visitors with opportunities for leisurely strolls, invigorating hikes, and peaceful picnics amidst nature. Well-marked routes guide visitors through the forest, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. There are also designated areas for camping and barbecues, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of the wood.

Overall, Hyde Wood is a captivating destination that showcases the natural splendor of Herefordshire. With its diverse flora and fauna, well-maintained trails, and serene ambiance, this forest provides an idyllic retreat for those seeking a peaceful escape into nature.

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Hyde Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.197786/-2.4538577 or Grid Reference SO6955. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A44 at Bringsty Common

The emporium to the right sells antique and reclaimed artifacts. The cafe is worth a stop too.

Jonathan Billinger

Roadway on Bringsty Common

Looking from close to the Live and Let Live pub.

John Allan

Whitbourne Hall, Whitbourne

Actually only a distant view of part of the imposing Greek Ionic portico, inspired by the Erechtheum in Athens. All the work of E.W. Elmslie, 1860-62, for Edward Bickerton Evans, banker, wine and vinegar brewer, and amateur archaeologist. The date is late for such a revival building. Grade II* listed. A closer view: SO7056 : Whitbourne Hall.

Stephen Richards

Ewe in hollow tree stump

I couldn't resist photographing this ewe sitting inside a hollow tree stump when I saw it on the Brockhampton estate.

Philip Halling

Brockhampton House reflected in Lawn Pool

Brockhampton House reflected in Lawn Pool on the Brockhampton Estate.

Philip Halling

Lawn Pool, Brockhampton

Brockhampton House reflected in Lawn Pool on the Brockhampton estate.

Philip Halling

Lawn Pool, Brockhampton

rockhampton House reflected in Lawn Pool on the Brockhampton estate.

Philip Halling

Brockhampton Park

Brockhampton Park is a mid-18th century red-brick Georgian house, here it is viewed from Lawn Pool. The house is Grade II* listed, see: Link

The house is private amidst National Trust owned parkland.

Philip Halling

Lower Brockhampton

Lower Brockhampton is a moated half-timbered manor house dating from the late 14th century, complete with a timber-framed gatehouse straddling the moat. The Brockhampton Estate was bequeathed to the National Trust in 1946 by Colonel John Talbot Lutley. The house is Grade I listed.

Philip Halling

A dead wych elm

I remember elm trees being a common tree before Dutch elm disease wiped them out in the 1970s. Three years ago I was surprised to see a young wych elm tree growing here SO6856 : A wych elm at Lower Brockhampton and sadly as appears to happen the young trees still succumb to this disease.

Philip Halling

Dutch elm disease

This pattern on the trunk of a dead wych elm tree was caused by the elm bark beetle which carries the fungi which causes Dutch elm disease and killed the tree.

Philip Halling