Blea Pots Wood

Wood, Forest in Westmorland Eden

England

Blea Pots Wood

Ruined laithe above Croop House The farm itself <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6582398">NY7704 : Croop House</a> is out of sight over the brow of the hill.
Ruined laithe above Croop House Credit: Stephen Craven

Blea Pots Wood is a stunning woodland located in Westmorland, a historic county in the northwest region of England. Nestled within the picturesque landscape of the Lake District National Park, this enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 20 hectares.

The woodland is characterized by its diverse range of tree species, including oak, birch, beech, and ash, which create a rich and vibrant canopy. The forest floor is adorned with a variety of flora, such as bluebells, wild garlic, and ferns, adding to the natural beauty of the area. The wood is also home to an array of wildlife, providing a habitat for species such as deer, squirrels, and a plethora of bird species.

Visitors to Blea Pots Wood can enjoy peaceful walks along its well-maintained trails, immersing themselves in the tranquility of nature. The wood offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, with glimpses of the nearby mountains and valleys. In the spring, the woodland is particularly captivating, as the forest floor is carpeted with vibrant bluebells, creating a magical and ethereal atmosphere.

The wood is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities nearby, and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, walkers, and photographers. It also provides an excellent opportunity for educational visits, as its diverse ecosystem offers a valuable learning experience.

Overall, Blea Pots Wood is a hidden gem within the Lake District National Park, offering a peaceful retreat and a chance to connect with nature in one of England's most stunning regions.

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Blea Pots Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.442763/-2.3489516 or Grid Reference NY7705. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruined laithe above Croop House The farm itself <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6582398">NY7704 : Croop House</a> is out of sight over the brow of the hill.
Ruined laithe above Croop House
The farm itself NY7704 : Croop House is out of sight over the brow of the hill.
Hillside Farm, Wharton It looks too neat and tidy to be a working farm, and indeed it seems the former farmhouse is now available as a self-catering holiday let.
Hillside Farm, Wharton
It looks too neat and tidy to be a working farm, and indeed it seems the former farmhouse is now available as a self-catering holiday let.
Greenlaw Rigg
Greenlaw Rigg
Limekiln, Wharton Fell
Limekiln, Wharton Fell
Pudding Howe Hill
Pudding Howe Hill
Small Pond, Wharton Fell
Small Pond, Wharton Fell
Limekiln, Pudding Howe Hill
Limekiln, Pudding Howe Hill
Hill to Bullgill
Hill to Bullgill
Access to Low House
Access to Low House
Kiln, Black Hill Hollow
Kiln, Black Hill Hollow
River Eden
River Eden
Mallerstang Valley
Mallerstang Valley
Birkett Common
Birkett Common
Dalefoot
Dalefoot
Mallerstang Valley
Mallerstang Valley
Watergate House Farm
Watergate House Farm
Bridleway from Greengate to Tommy Road It looks as though most traffic on this bit of CROW Access Land follows the drystone wall down towards Tommy Road, but the bridleway heads more to the right and becomes rather indistinct, though there are the remains of a finger post just where the faint path hits the tarmac. Ahead is Greenlaw Rigg of Little Fell, a good place to get blown around on this day of very blustery wind.
Bridleway from Greengate to Tommy Road
It looks as though most traffic on this bit of CROW Access Land follows the drystone wall down towards Tommy Road, but the bridleway heads more to the right and becomes rather indistinct, though there are the remains of a finger post just where the faint path hits the tarmac. Ahead is Greenlaw Rigg of Little Fell, a good place to get blown around on this day of very blustery wind.
Lime kiln in Black Hill Hollow Just a short climb above the byway, the kiln is at the foot of a hillside punctuated by several limestone outcrops in steeply dipping strata close to the Dent Fault complex. At the top of the hill, the Great Scar limestone appears (though it will be down to the level of the track just a short way north), and the younger Hawes Limestone forms a prominent outcrop just above the kiln, with the dip about 45° towards the photographer. The coarse sedge of the moors gives way to close-cropped grass on the richer soil above the limestone, though that most invasive of species, bracken is also taking over on some of the steeper bits of the slope.
Lime kiln in Black Hill Hollow
Just a short climb above the byway, the kiln is at the foot of a hillside punctuated by several limestone outcrops in steeply dipping strata close to the Dent Fault complex. At the top of the hill, the Great Scar limestone appears (though it will be down to the level of the track just a short way north), and the younger Hawes Limestone forms a prominent outcrop just above the kiln, with the dip about 45° towards the photographer. The coarse sedge of the moors gives way to close-cropped grass on the richer soil above the limestone, though that most invasive of species, bracken is also taking over on some of the steeper bits of the slope.
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Blea Pots Wood is located at Grid Ref: NY7705 (Lat: 54.442763, Lng: -2.3489516)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Eden

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.442763,-2.3489516
Blea Pots Lumb
Place: locality
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 54.4408725/-2.3473417
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 54.4418329/-2.3552157
Barrier: stile
Material: steel
Source: survey;gps
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 54.4452374/-2.3546158
Barrier: cattle_grid
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 54.4456191/-2.3538411
Abandoned: yes
Historic: lime_kiln
Lat/Long: 54.4428472/-2.3438373
Hunger Hills
Ele: 244
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 54.4447432/-2.3440288
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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