Birksfield Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire South Lakeland

England

Birksfield Wood

View of moorland through field gate at High House
View of moorland through field gate at High House Credit: Roger Templeman

Birksfield Wood is a picturesque and enchanting forest located in the heart of Yorkshire, England. Spanning over 500 acres, this ancient woodland is renowned for its rich biodiversity and stunning natural beauty. The wood is situated on the outskirts of the charming village of Birksfield, and its proximity to the village has made it a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

The woodland is predominantly composed of oak and beech trees, creating a dense canopy that provides a cool and shaded environment, especially during the summer months. The forest floor is covered in a vibrant carpet of bluebells and ferns, adding to the magical atmosphere of the woodland. Birksfield Wood is also home to a diverse array of flora and fauna, including red squirrels, badgers, and various species of birds.

Numerous walking trails wind their way through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its hidden nooks and crannies. Along these trails, one can stumble upon ancient ruins, remnants of the region's rich history. The wood is also intersected by a meandering stream, which adds to the tranquility and serenity of the area.

Birksfield Wood is a designated nature reserve, ensuring the protection and preservation of its unique ecosystem. The wood serves as an important habitat for many endangered species, and efforts have been made to maintain its natural balance and promote sustainable practices.

Visiting Birksfield Wood offers a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse oneself in the beauty of nature. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply breathing in the fresh woodland air, this enchanting forest has something to offer for everyone.

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Birksfield Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.348697/-2.4701039 or Grid Reference SD6994. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View of moorland through field gate at High House
View of moorland through field gate at High House
Moorland on north side of barn at High House
Moorland on north side of barn at High House
Low Haygarth Ford This bridleway ford is shown on the fingerpost as a deep ford and there is no other means of crossing the beck at this location.
Low Haygarth Ford
This bridleway ford is shown on the fingerpost as a deep ford and there is no other means of crossing the beck at this location.
Looking towards the valley of Cautley Holme Beck & view towards Great Dummacks
Looking towards the valley of Cautley Holme Beck & view towards Great Dummacks
Fields Beside Road To Hebblethwaite Hall
Fields Beside Road To Hebblethwaite Hall
Hebblethwaite Hall Gill
Hebblethwaite Hall Gill
Ridge rising to Great Dummacks Great Dummacks is an elongated rib of ground at the top of the rising ridge and across the head of the valley to the left. As with most Howgill ridges there's a quad bike track following this one which acts perfectly as a path for those on foot.
Ridge rising to Great Dummacks
Great Dummacks is an elongated rib of ground at the top of the rising ridge and across the head of the valley to the left. As with most Howgill ridges there's a quad bike track following this one which acts perfectly as a path for those on foot.
Barn at Fawcett Bank Fawcett Bank is a farm in the valley of the River Rawthey. The farm road, also a public footpath, is the course of a named long distance path based on a walk made by Alfred Wainwright in 1938, 'A Pennine Journey'.
Barn at Fawcett Bank
Fawcett Bank is a farm in the valley of the River Rawthey. The farm road, also a public footpath, is the course of a named long distance path based on a walk made by Alfred Wainwright in 1938, 'A Pennine Journey'.
Route of 'A Pennine Journey' The road is the access route for the farm at Fawcett Bank; it's not a public road for motoring but is a public footpath and is now the route of the long distance walk. The route is not the one followed in 1938 by Alfred Wainwright and recorded by him in a version not originally intended for publication, but a similar one made in 1998 by David and Heather Pitt.
Route of 'A Pennine Journey'
The road is the access route for the farm at Fawcett Bank; it's not a public road for motoring but is a public footpath and is now the route of the long distance walk. The route is not the one followed in 1938 by Alfred Wainwright and recorded by him in a version not originally intended for publication, but a similar one made in 1998 by David and Heather Pitt.
View of ruined barn across 'A Pennine Journey' path
View of ruined barn across 'A Pennine Journey' path
View towards Great Dummacks
View towards Great Dummacks
Path on eastern flank of Great Dummacks
Path on eastern flank of Great Dummacks
Moorland path passing rock approaching Hollow Gill
Moorland path passing rock approaching Hollow Gill
View up Hollow Gill
View up Hollow Gill
Moorland path crossing Hollow Gill
Moorland path crossing Hollow Gill
Looking down Hollow Gill
Looking down Hollow Gill
Stream gulley on eastern flank of Great Dummacks
Stream gulley on eastern flank of Great Dummacks
Moorland below Cautley Crag
Moorland below Cautley Crag
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Birksfield Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD6994 (Lat: 54.348697, Lng: -2.4701039)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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