Bank Wood

Wood, Forest in Worcestershire

England

Bank Wood

Cowleigh Road near Rough Hill Wood
Cowleigh Road near Rough Hill Wood Credit: Peter Whatley

Bank Wood is a picturesque forest located in Worcestershire, England. This tranquil woodland covers an area of approximately 50 acres and is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The forest is characterized by a diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, birch, and pine. The tall, majestic trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the wood.

Bank Wood offers an extensive network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These paths wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and the opportunity to spot various wildlife, such as deer, rabbits, and a wide variety of bird species.

For those seeking a peaceful retreat, Bank Wood provides several designated picnic areas, where visitors can relax and enjoy the serenity of their surroundings. Additionally, there are a few benches scattered throughout the woodland, allowing visitors to take a moment to appreciate the natural beauty of the forest.

Bank Wood is easily accessible, with a car park located nearby, making it a convenient destination for both locals and tourists alike. The forest is open year-round, although it is particularly stunning during the autumn months when the trees are ablaze with vibrant hues of red, orange, and gold.

Overall, Bank Wood is a charming woodland retreat that offers a peaceful sanctuary for nature enthusiasts, providing an opportunity to immerse oneself in the beauty of Worcestershire's natural landscape.

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Bank Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.117891/-2.3587436 or Grid Reference SO7546. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cowleigh Road near Rough Hill Wood
Cowleigh Road near Rough Hill Wood
North Malvern - Cowleigh Road approaching Cowleigh Bank crossroads
North Malvern - Cowleigh Road approaching Cowleigh Bank crossroads
North Malvern - Cowleigh Road Faded lettering on the building on the left reveals it to once have been the Cowleigh Arms free house and off licence.  It is now a private dwelling.
North Malvern - Cowleigh Road
Faded lettering on the building on the left reveals it to once have been the Cowleigh Arms free house and off licence. It is now a private dwelling.
North Malvern - building at the junction of Cowleigh Road and Old Hollow
North Malvern - building at the junction of Cowleigh Road and Old Hollow
North Malvern - Cowleigh Road at Belvoir Bank
North Malvern - Cowleigh Road at Belvoir Bank
North Malvern - eastern end of Cowleigh Road
North Malvern - eastern end of Cowleigh Road
Cowleigh Gate Farm From near the ford through Whippets Brook in Cowleigh Park.
Cowleigh Gate Farm
From near the ford through Whippets Brook in Cowleigh Park.
Birches Farm In the valley of the Whippets Brook between the limestone ridge to the west and the granite of the Malvern Hills to the east.
Birches Farm
In the valley of the Whippets Brook between the limestone ridge to the west and the granite of the Malvern Hills to the east.
Young lambs near Birches Farm The lambs are numbered to match their mothers.
They seemed to gather on the footpath and appeared more curious than cautious - until their anxious mothers called to them.
Young lambs near Birches Farm
The lambs are numbered to match their mothers. They seemed to gather on the footpath and appeared more curious than cautious - until their anxious mothers called to them.
Reception, West Malvern Outdoor Centre Dating back to the open air school of 1914.
"The main focus of a visit to the centre is the residential experience, incorporating activities designed to challenge and stretch participants."
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Reception, West Malvern Outdoor Centre
Dating back to the open air school of 1914. "The main focus of a visit to the centre is the residential experience, incorporating activities designed to challenge and stretch participants." LinkExternal link
Old Hollow, West Malvern The junction with the narrow road to the outdoor education centre.
Old Hollow, West Malvern
The junction with the narrow road to the outdoor education centre.
The road to West Malvern Outdoor Centre The narrow lane is still lit with the old gas lamps.
The building on the right is the reception office for the outdoor centre.
The road to West Malvern Outdoor Centre
The narrow lane is still lit with the old gas lamps. The building on the right is the reception office for the outdoor centre.
West Malvern allotments Just off the road to the outdoor centre.
The apple trees are bristling with mistletoe.
West Malvern allotments
Just off the road to the outdoor centre. The apple trees are bristling with mistletoe.
Confidence course The plaque on the tree reads:
This Confidence Course at
West Malvern Outdoor Education Centre
was designed and erected by
the staff of the centre and opened for use by
Colonel J.N. Blashford Snell MBE
on January 12th 1991
"To encourage the development of confidence, trust and self-control"
Education Department
Hereford and Worcester County Council
Confidence course
The plaque on the tree reads: This Confidence Course at West Malvern Outdoor Education Centre was designed and erected by the staff of the centre and opened for use by Colonel J.N. Blashford Snell MBE on January 12th 1991 "To encourage the development of confidence, trust and self-control" Education Department Hereford and Worcester County Council
Camp fire, West Malvern Outdoor Education Centre Just below the ropes and confidence course.
Camp fire, West Malvern Outdoor Education Centre
Just below the ropes and confidence course.
Field boundary and stream near Birches Farm The trees are slowly spreading into the field.
Field boundary and stream near Birches Farm
The trees are slowly spreading into the field.
Ewes and lambs near Birches Farm Looking back along the bridleway towards the farm with West Malvern and North hill beyond.
Ewes and lambs near Birches Farm
Looking back along the bridleway towards the farm with West Malvern and North hill beyond.
Bilberry patches on the Malvern Hills On the eastern side of Worcestershire Beacon large near-circular patches of bilberry plants are expanding year by year.
These stand out as lighter green patches at this time of the year when the light is right.
The berries are often smaller than those commercially farmed, but are free and in a wonderful setting.
Late August to late September are good times to get one's hands stained blue.
Bilberry patches on the Malvern Hills
On the eastern side of Worcestershire Beacon large near-circular patches of bilberry plants are expanding year by year. These stand out as lighter green patches at this time of the year when the light is right. The berries are often smaller than those commercially farmed, but are free and in a wonderful setting. Late August to late September are good times to get one's hands stained blue.
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Bank Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO7546 (Lat: 52.117891, Lng: -2.3587436)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Located within 500m of 52.117891,-2.3587436
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