Squirrel Hill Wood

Wood, Forest in Herefordshire

England

Squirrel Hill Wood

Ledbury Market House Credit: Mr M Evison

Squirrel Hill Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Herefordshire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, this woodland covers a vast area of approximately 100 acres and is known for its rich biodiversity and natural beauty. The wood is easily accessible and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families looking to spend time outdoors.

The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, mainly consisting of oak, beech, and ash, providing a habitat for a diverse range of wildlife. Squirrel Hill Wood is particularly renowned for its population of red squirrels, which is one of the main reasons for its name. These charming creatures can often be spotted scurrying among the branches, adding to the woodland's charm.

The forest floor is covered with a lush carpet of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and enchanting atmosphere. The wood boasts several well-maintained walking trails that wind through its various sections, providing opportunities for visitors to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings.

Squirrel Hill Wood is also home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Birdwatchers can enjoy the tranquil melodies of these feathered residents while exploring the wood's many hidden corners.

Overall, Squirrel Hill Wood offers a serene and peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to connect with nature and experience the beauty of Herefordshire's woodlands. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a picnic, or wildlife spotting, this woodland provides a perfect escape for all nature lovers.

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Squirrel Hill Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.031334/-2.3993739 or Grid Reference SO7237. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ledbury Market House

Mr M Evison

Solar Panel dedication, Ledbury parish church

The Rt Revd Anthony Priddis, the Bishop of Hereford, dedicates recently installed solar panels on two of the south facing roofs from the cherry picker. St Michael and All Angels has separate roofs over each aisle as well as the nave. This has the advantage that 54 solar panels can be installed without being visible from the ground. Under the most favourable conditions the panels will produce 9.9 kW. SO7137 : Ascension, St, Michael and All Angels, Ledbury

Bob Embleton

Ascension, St, Michael and All Angels, Ledbury

The Bishop of Hereford, the Rt. Revd, Anthony Priddis, is raised to the heavens past the west window of Ledbury parish church upon a cherry picker. The bishop, in ecumenical hard hat adorned with a white cross, was about to dedicate 9.9kW of solar panels hidden on two of the three south facing roof slopes. SO7137 : Solar Panel dedication, Ledbury parish church

Bob Embleton

The Bishop blessing above Ledbury parish church

Following the Dedication of the recently installed solar panels on two of the three south facing roofs of St Michael and All Angels, the Bishop of Hereford, The Rt. Revd. Anthony Priddis gives his blessing on the earthbound congregation below. SO7137 : Solar Panel dedication, Ledbury parish church

Bob Embleton

The Nave, St Michael and All Angels, Ledbury

Looking along the nave towards the chancel.

Bob Embleton

Dedication service, Ledbury parish church

The Bishop of Hereford attends the service before being lifted aloft to dedicate the recently installed solar panels on the roofs of the church. The bishop's crook and ecclesiastical purple umbrella lean against the wall on the left. The short service included the first 14 verses of Psalm 19 and the first 14 verses of St John's Gospel: "the light shines in the darkness" SO7137 : Solar Panel dedication, Ledbury parish church

Bob Embleton

Solar power interior installation, Ledbury parish church

The switches and inverters in the upper room in the church of St Michael and All Angels. The solar panels, hidden from public view on two of the three south facing roof slopes, can generate up to 9.9 kW of electricity. The Bishop of Hereford, the Rt. Revd. Anthony Priddis, quizzes the Clearfocus rep after being hoisted up the outside of the church on a cherry picker to dedicate the solar panels. SO7137 : Solar Panel dedication, Ledbury parish church Link

Bob Embleton

The old font, St Michael and All Angels, Ledbury

The 17th century font, now located at the entrance to St Anne's chapel,was used throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, but the newer 19th century font is normally used these days.

Bob Embleton

Church Lane, Ledbury

Looking down towards the town centre from just below the church yard. The timber framed buildings and cobbled surface makes this street a regularly used film set.

Bob Embleton

Ledbury Heritage Centre, Church Lane, Ledbury

Built around 1480, thought to be by East Anglian wool merchants on church land. It was used as a grammar school around 1700, but is now a fascinating little museum.

Bob Embleton

Font, Ledbury parish church

Dated 1850 and made by Sir George Gilbert Scott.

Bob Embleton

Market House, Ledbury

Roger Davies

Ledbury High Street

Roger Davies

Field near Little Woolpits

Julian P Guffogg

Dingwood Park Farm and Oast

Circular Oast kiln with tiled roof. Dingwood deerpark, south of Ledbury, was owned by the bishops of Hereford in the 13th century; there are several documentary references to it. It was bought by Francis Hall of the New House in Ledbury (now Ledbury Park), and was transferred to the Biddulphs when they bought the Halls' estates c. 1680. The present house at Dingwood may have been built in the late 17th century. It became a farmhouse in the 18th century, and the 1831 OS 1" map shows it as Dingwood Park Farm. On Bowen's 1775 county map it is The Park, while Bryant's county map of 1835 has no park but names the main road N of Dingwood 'Parkway', as does the tithe map.

Julian P Guffogg