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Hole House Wood

Wood, Forest in Cheshire

England

Hole House Wood

Island on Shakerley Mere A former sand quarry, now a small park. It can be noisy here due to the closeness of the M6 motorway, but the level path around the lake is very popular with visitors.
Island on Shakerley Mere Credit: David Kitching

Hole House Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Cheshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, this enchanting forest is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

The wood is characterized by its diverse ecosystem, boasting an array of flora and fauna. Lush greenery dominates the landscape, with a mixture of deciduous and coniferous trees creating a harmonious blend. Oak, beech, and birch trees are abundant, providing a beautiful canopy that filters sunlight and creates a tranquil atmosphere.

The forest floor is adorned with a rich variety of wildflowers and ferns, adding bursts of color to the surroundings. Bluebells, primroses, and wood sorrel are just a few examples of the vibrant plant life that can be found here.

Hole House Wood is also home to a myriad of wildlife species. Birdwatchers can expect to spot woodpeckers, tawny owls, and various species of tits and finches. Small mammals like foxes, badgers, and hedgehogs are known to roam the forest, while the occasional deer can be seen grazing peacefully.

Visitors to Hole House Wood can explore its numerous walking trails, which meander through the forest and offer glimpses of its natural beauty. The wood provides a tranquil and serene environment, making it an ideal place for picnics, photography, and peaceful contemplation.

Overall, Hole House Wood is a captivating woodland in Cheshire, offering a haven of natural beauty and biodiversity for visitors to enjoy.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.242201/-2.383411 or Grid Reference SJ7471. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Island on Shakerley Mere A former sand quarry, now a small park. It can be noisy here due to the closeness of the M6 motorway, but the level path around the lake is very popular with visitors.
Island on Shakerley Mere
A former sand quarry, now a small park. It can be noisy here due to the closeness of the M6 motorway, but the level path around the lake is very popular with visitors.
Boundary Water Park On the A50 just south of Allostock . Once a popular windsurfing centre but now only used by anglers
Boundary Water Park
On the A50 just south of Allostock . Once a popular windsurfing centre but now only used by anglers
South End of Shakerley Mere Near to cross roads of B5082 & B5081 .
South End of Shakerley Mere
Near to cross roads of B5082 & B5081 .
M6 from King's Lane, looking north Always busy especially on Friday evening!! (Bridge in distance carries the B5081)
M6 from King's Lane, looking north
Always busy especially on Friday evening!! (Bridge in distance carries the B5081)
M6 from King's Lane looking south
M6 from King's Lane looking south
Road Junction Junction of Baker's Lane (foreground) and Middlewich road (B5081).
Road Junction
Junction of Baker's Lane (foreground) and Middlewich road (B5081).
The Three Greyhounds Public House Situated on the crossroads of the B5081 & B5082 (Difficult to tell which Grid square, on one map its SJ7271 & another SJ7270 !!)
The Three Greyhounds Public House
Situated on the crossroads of the B5081 & B5082 (Difficult to tell which Grid square, on one map its SJ7271 & another SJ7270 !!)
Road Junction Junction of Heath Lane,(Ahead) Sandy Lane, (To left)& Townfield Lane (Behind)
Road Junction
Junction of Heath Lane,(Ahead) Sandy Lane, (To left)& Townfield Lane (Behind)
The Crown Inn , Swan Green
The Crown Inn , Swan Green
Drovers Arms, Allostock
Drovers Arms, Allostock
Townfield Farm Townfield Farm, Townfield Lane near Allostock. One of many simple, but attractive farms built from red Cheshire bricks.
Townfield Farm
Townfield Farm, Townfield Lane near Allostock. One of many simple, but attractive farms built from red Cheshire bricks.
Path across the fields, Lower Peover Path from Mill Bank Farm, Lower Peover to Swan Green. The collapsed gate renders the stile almost redundant.
Path across the fields, Lower Peover
Path from Mill Bank Farm, Lower Peover to Swan Green. The collapsed gate renders the stile almost redundant.
Road to Boots Green Taken at the junction of Brick Bank Lane and Booth Bank Lane, of which this is a picture. The building on the horizon is Boothbed Farm.
Road to Boots Green
Taken at the junction of Brick Bank Lane and Booth Bank Lane, of which this is a picture. The building on the horizon is Boothbed Farm.
Hales Pasture Taken on the public footpath with a field known as Hales Pasture to the right of the image and to the left, out of view and surrounded by private woodlands, is a small lake.
Hales Pasture
Taken on the public footpath with a field known as Hales Pasture to the right of the image and to the left, out of view and surrounded by private woodlands, is a small lake.
Footpath towards Goostrey Taken from Brick Back Lane. A local told me, as I was taking this picture, that there used to be a brick kiln nearby which was used to make the bricks which built the houses in the area, including an 18th century cottage out of view but just behind where the image was taken.
Footpath towards Goostrey
Taken from Brick Back Lane. A local told me, as I was taking this picture, that there used to be a brick kiln nearby which was used to make the bricks which built the houses in the area, including an 18th century cottage out of view but just behind where the image was taken.
River scene Taken on the bridge carrying the road from Goostrey to Boots Green
River scene
Taken on the bridge carrying the road from Goostrey to Boots Green
Stile, Gate and Footpath Taken from the road to Smithy Green from Allostock and Goostrey.
Stile, Gate and Footpath
Taken from the road to Smithy Green from Allostock and Goostrey.
Field Near to Longlane Farm
Field
Near to Longlane Farm
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Hole House Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ7471 (Lat: 53.242201, Lng: -2.383411)

Unitary Authority: Cheshire West and Chester

Police Authority: Cheshire

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Located within 500m of 53.242201,-2.383411
Bus Stop
Allostock, Chapel Lane / Princess Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 0610VR325
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Princess Road
Naptan Crossing: Princess Road
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: House number 10
Naptan LocalityName: Allostock
Naptan NaptanCode: chwdajw
Naptan ShortCommonName: Princess Road
Naptan Street: Chapel Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.2377608/-2.3836616
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 09:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: WA16 31
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Lat/Long: 53.2377138/-2.3837819
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.2386385/-2.3790658
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