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News Wood

Wood, Forest in Herefordshire

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News Wood

Giant's Cave, Hangman's Hill, Malvern Hills
Giant's Cave, Hangman's Hill, Malvern Hills Credit: peter robinson

News Wood is a dense forest located in Herefordshire, a county in the West Midlands region of England. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, it is renowned for its picturesque landscapes and diverse wildlife. The wood is situated on a gently sloping terrain, characterized by a mixture of mature broadleaf and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, and pine.

The forest is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers due to its tranquil environment and abundance of wildlife. Visitors can explore well-maintained trails that wind through the wood, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The diverse ecosystem supports a wide variety of plant and animal species, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a multitude of bird species.

News Wood is also notable for its historical significance. The wood has been managed for centuries, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Iron Age. It has witnessed various land uses throughout history, including timber production for shipbuilding during the Tudor period. Today, the forest is carefully managed to preserve its natural beauty and ecological balance.

The wood is easily accessible by road, with ample parking facilities available nearby. It attracts a steady stream of visitors throughout the year, who come to appreciate its natural splendor and enjoy the peacefulness it offers. News Wood in Herefordshire is a treasured destination for those seeking a connection with nature and a place of tranquility amidst the bustling modern world.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.050075/-2.3557937 or Grid Reference SO7539. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Giant's Cave, Hangman's Hill, Malvern Hills
Giant's Cave, Hangman's Hill, Malvern Hills
Open vista on the A449
Open vista on the A449
Hollybush Hill It can be quite hard to imagine that 2000 years ago this quiet spot was part of a busy town - the Midsummer Hill iron-age hill-fort. Excavations in the late 1960s by Stan Stanford showed the area full of small building plots. Each plot had been reused time and time again over the centuries suggesting continuous occupation. The buildings used four posts arranged in a square - not at all like the round huts usually depicted for this era. Evidence for similar square buildings have been found in other so called "hill-forts" in Herefordshire and the Welsh Marches
Hollybush Hill
It can be quite hard to imagine that 2000 years ago this quiet spot was part of a busy town - the Midsummer Hill iron-age hill-fort. Excavations in the late 1960s by Stan Stanford showed the area full of small building plots. Each plot had been reused time and time again over the centuries suggesting continuous occupation. The buildings used four posts arranged in a square - not at all like the round huts usually depicted for this era. Evidence for similar square buildings have been found in other so called "hill-forts" in Herefordshire and the Welsh Marches
North gate of Midsummer Hill iron-age hill-fort Looking north along the Malvern Hills. Another hill-fort occupies Herefordshire Beacon on the left. Straight ahead are three overlapping peaks of Pinnacle Hill (north and south) and Black Hill. In the far distance one can just make out Worcestershire Beacon in the haze.
North gate of Midsummer Hill iron-age hill-fort
Looking north along the Malvern Hills. Another hill-fort occupies Herefordshire Beacon on the left. Straight ahead are three overlapping peaks of Pinnacle Hill (north and south) and Black Hill. In the far distance one can just make out Worcestershire Beacon in the haze.
The shelter on Midsummer Hill The shelter was built by the owners of Eastnor Castle and the hill. In 1923 the hill was given to the National Trust in memory of Captain Reginald Somers Cocks, MC who died in the first world war.
The shelter on Midsummer Hill
The shelter was built by the owners of Eastnor Castle and the hill. In 1923 the hill was given to the National Trust in memory of Captain Reginald Somers Cocks, MC who died in the first world war.
Hillfort ditch on Midsummer Hill Looking north-west from Midsummer Hill with the Somers Obelisk on the left and Peacock Villa on the right. A commanding view across the countryside as autumn takes a grip. The ditch just below runs around the complete top of Midsummer Hill and Hollybush Hill to enclose a large area. Less well-known than its neighbour the Hereford Beacon, but may well have been just as important in the Iron Age.
Hillfort ditch on Midsummer Hill
Looking north-west from Midsummer Hill with the Somers Obelisk on the left and Peacock Villa on the right. A commanding view across the countryside as autumn takes a grip. The ditch just below runs around the complete top of Midsummer Hill and Hollybush Hill to enclose a large area. Less well-known than its neighbour the Hereford Beacon, but may well have been just as important in the Iron Age.
The obelisk from Midsummer Hill From Midsummer Hill looking west across Eastnor Park to Frith Hill above Ledbury.
The obelisk from Midsummer Hill
From Midsummer Hill looking west across Eastnor Park to Frith Hill above Ledbury.
Red Deer in Eastnor Park View north-east towards a group of deer foraging amongst the bracken. Around 200 deer roam the large area of parkland.
Red Deer in Eastnor Park
View north-east towards a group of deer foraging amongst the bracken. Around 200 deer roam the large area of parkland.
Hounds on Broad Down View north to the Herefordshire Beacon with Clutter's Cave just ahead. The Ledbury Hunt is scouring the Eastnor estate off to the left and these hounds have come up to the hilltop to check things out.
Hounds on Broad Down
View north to the Herefordshire Beacon with Clutter's Cave just ahead. The Ledbury Hunt is scouring the Eastnor estate off to the left and these hounds have come up to the hilltop to check things out.
Hound on Broad Down A member of the Ledbury Hunt pack bounds across the top of the down. Bredon Hill and the Cotswold escarpment in the distance to the east.
Hound on Broad Down
A member of the Ledbury Hunt pack bounds across the top of the down. Bredon Hill and the Cotswold escarpment in the distance to the east.
Track across Castlemorton Common Heading east towards Bowling Green.
Track across Castlemorton Common
Heading east towards Bowling Green.
Boundary Stones, British Camp, the Malvern Hills Two boundary markers: the right-hand one being a somewhat sunken stone and the other being a Malvern Hills Conservators' blue brick marker. They are on the ridge of the Malvern hills in the saddle between Herefordshire Beacon and Millennium Hill. The iron-age hill fort known as British camp occupies both hill tops and these markers are close to the western gate to the fort.
Boundary Stones, British Camp, the Malvern Hills
Two boundary markers: the right-hand one being a somewhat sunken stone and the other being a Malvern Hills Conservators' blue brick marker. They are on the ridge of the Malvern hills in the saddle between Herefordshire Beacon and Millennium Hill. The iron-age hill fort known as British camp occupies both hill tops and these markers are close to the western gate to the fort.
Boundary marker, British Camp, Malvern The blue brick marker is bears the inscription MHC 159. It was placed here by the Malvern Hills Conservators on the ridge of the hills in the saddle between Herefordshire Beacon and Millennium Hill. The peak of the latter can be seen along the well worn ridge. Just behind the marker and barely visible in this photo is a much older boundary stone in a somewhat sunken state. If one looks carefully it is possible to see the levelled hut platforms of the iron-age town on the slopes of the hill side.
Boundary marker, British Camp, Malvern
The blue brick marker is bears the inscription MHC 159. It was placed here by the Malvern Hills Conservators on the ridge of the hills in the saddle between Herefordshire Beacon and Millennium Hill. The peak of the latter can be seen along the well worn ridge. Just behind the marker and barely visible in this photo is a much older boundary stone in a somewhat sunken state. If one looks carefully it is possible to see the levelled hut platforms of the iron-age town on the slopes of the hill side.
Big Chill 2011, Eastnor Deer Park Viewed from British Camp on the Malvern Hills in the week preceding the weekend musical festival. Eastnor Castle is visible on the left and in the lower right-hand corner are Netherton Cottages.
Big Chill 2011, Eastnor Deer Park
Viewed from British Camp on the Malvern Hills in the week preceding the weekend musical festival. Eastnor Castle is visible on the left and in the lower right-hand corner are Netherton Cottages.
Millennium Hill, Malvern Hills The hill is the southern of two peaks included in the iron-age hill fort known as British Camp. Almost all of the Malvern Hills is under the care of the Malvern Hills Conservators and is open to the public and very popular with dog walkers.
Millennium Hill, Malvern Hills
The hill is the southern of two peaks included in the iron-age hill fort known as British Camp. Almost all of the Malvern Hills is under the care of the Malvern Hills Conservators and is open to the public and very popular with dog walkers.
Wake detection, British Camp reservoir The ducks were almost invisible (to my eyes), but with the sun at the right angle the wake indicates their location. The reservoir is no longer used as a water supply, but it remains as an iconic reminder of Victorian engineering and it is also a picturesque scene
Wake detection, British Camp reservoir
The ducks were almost invisible (to my eyes), but with the sun at the right angle the wake indicates their location. The reservoir is no longer used as a water supply, but it remains as an iconic reminder of Victorian engineering and it is also a picturesque scene
Boundary Stones, British Camp, the Malvern Hills The county boundary making use of the iron-age defensive ditch. The stone marker is older and the blue brick is a Malvern Hills Conservator marker.
Boundary Stones, British Camp, the Malvern Hills
The county boundary making use of the iron-age defensive ditch. The stone marker is older and the blue brick is a Malvern Hills Conservator marker.
Big Chill 2011, Eastnor Deer Park On the Friday morning, yet still more vehicles arriving.
Big Chill 2011, Eastnor Deer Park
On the Friday morning, yet still more vehicles arriving.
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News Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO7539 (Lat: 52.050075, Lng: -2.3557937)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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