Birkley Wood

Wood, Forest in Northumberland

England

Birkley Wood

Forest track and bridge near Poplin Knowe
Forest track and bridge near Poplin Knowe Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Birkley Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Northumberland, England. Spanning over a vast area, the wood is renowned for its natural beauty, rich biodiversity, and tranquil atmosphere. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and those seeking solace in the midst of nature.

The wood is predominantly composed of a variety of deciduous trees, including oak, birch, beech, and ash. These trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors throughout the seasons.

Birkley Wood is crisscrossed by several well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore its various nooks and crannies. These paths wind through the forest, offering glimpses of babbling brooks, hidden ponds, and ancient stone walls. The wood is also home to a number of charming picnic spots, where visitors can relax and enjoy a meal amidst the serenity of nature.

The forest is teeming with wildlife, providing a habitat to numerous species. Visitors may catch sight of roe deer, red squirrels, and a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers and owls. It is not uncommon to come across rabbits or even elusive wild foxes.

Birkley Wood is an enchanting destination that showcases the beauty and diversity of Northumberland's natural landscapes. Whether one is interested in hiking, birdwatching, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat, this wood offers a truly immersive experience in the heart of nature.

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Birkley Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.2134/-2.3573792 or Grid Reference NY7791. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forest track and bridge near Poplin Knowe
Forest track and bridge near Poplin Knowe
Shilla Hill Bastle Now somewhat overgrown <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1008991" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1008991">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Shilla Hill Bastle
Now somewhat overgrown LinkExternal link
Post-medieval farmstead at Boghead
Post-medieval farmstead at Boghead
Boghead Bastle
Boghead Bastle
Northern Bastle at Black Middens Only the lower courses of this bastle survive.
Northern Bastle at Black Middens
Only the lower courses of this bastle survive.
Ford at Waterhead This ford on the Tarset Burn is found at Waterhead just beyond the ford at Shipley Shiels. The ford can also be seen at:
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Ford at Waterhead
This ford on the Tarset Burn is found at Waterhead just beyond the ford at Shipley Shiels. The ford can also be seen at: Link
Moorland behind Black Middens Bastle House Land suitable only for sheep farming.
Moorland behind Black Middens Bastle House
Land suitable only for sheep farming.
Comb Hill from the air The wooded Comb Hill is in the foreground.
Comb Hill from the air
The wooded Comb Hill is in the foreground.
Remains of Bastle In Kielder Forest.
Remains of Bastle
In Kielder Forest.
Ford and Footbridge, Tarset Burn
Ford and Footbridge, Tarset Burn
Ford on the Tarset Burn
Ford on the Tarset Burn
Cottage near Tarset Burn
Cottage near Tarset Burn
Ruined Sheepfolds near Tarset Burn
Ruined Sheepfolds near Tarset Burn
Corbie Castle These are the remains of a 16th or 17th century bastle standing at the foot of a steep slope in the valley of the Tarset Burn. It is rectangular in shape and has thick stone walls. Above the doorway there is a narrow channel cut through the wall. This may have been to pour water through to put out fires lit against the door. The basement shows the remains of a vaulted roof. There are traces of two buildings to the west of the bastle. This is a Grade II Listed Building and a Scheduled Monument protected by law.
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This Bastle is referred to as Boghead Bastle in a leaflet about The Tarset Bastle Trail. I'm not certain where this reference comes from.
Corbie Castle
These are the remains of a 16th or 17th century bastle standing at the foot of a steep slope in the valley of the Tarset Burn. It is rectangular in shape and has thick stone walls. Above the doorway there is a narrow channel cut through the wall. This may have been to pour water through to put out fires lit against the door. The basement shows the remains of a vaulted roof. There are traces of two buildings to the west of the bastle. This is a Grade II Listed Building and a Scheduled Monument protected by law. LinkExternal link This Bastle is referred to as Boghead Bastle in a leaflet about The Tarset Bastle Trail. I'm not certain where this reference comes from.
Corbie Castle These are the remains of a 16th or 17th century bastle standing at the foot of a steep slope in the valley of the Tarset Burn. It is rectangular in shape and has thick stone walls. Above the doorway there is a narrow channel cut through the wall. This may have been to pour water through to put out fires lit against the door. The basement shows the remains of a vaulted roof. There are traces of two buildings to the west of the bastle. This is a Grade II Listed Building and a Scheduled Monument protected by law.
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This Bastle is referred to as Boghead Bastle in a leaflet about The Tarset Bastle Trail. I'm not certain where this reference comes from.
Corbie Castle
These are the remains of a 16th or 17th century bastle standing at the foot of a steep slope in the valley of the Tarset Burn. It is rectangular in shape and has thick stone walls. Above the doorway there is a narrow channel cut through the wall. This may have been to pour water through to put out fires lit against the door. The basement shows the remains of a vaulted roof. There are traces of two buildings to the west of the bastle. This is a Grade II Listed Building and a Scheduled Monument protected by law. LinkExternal link This Bastle is referred to as Boghead Bastle in a leaflet about The Tarset Bastle Trail. I'm not certain where this reference comes from.
Shilla Hill Bastle These are the remains of a 16th or 17th century bastle standing on the summit of Shilla Hill, overlooking the valley of the Tarset Burn. The remains of the thick walls of the bastle can still be seen. Traces of other buildings can be seen nearby. This is a Scheduled Monument protected by law.
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Shilla Hill Bastle
These are the remains of a 16th or 17th century bastle standing on the summit of Shilla Hill, overlooking the valley of the Tarset Burn. The remains of the thick walls of the bastle can still be seen. Traces of other buildings can be seen nearby. This is a Scheduled Monument protected by law. LinkExternal link
Tarset Burn
Tarset Burn
Track towards Highfield Farm
Track towards Highfield Farm
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Birkley Wood is located at Grid Ref: NY7791 (Lat: 55.2134, Lng: -2.3573792)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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