Cains Gorse

Wood, Forest in Shropshire

England

Cains Gorse

Pasture north-east of Alveley in Shropshire Looking west-south-west from the bridleway near Lane Green
Pasture north-east of Alveley in Shropshire Credit: Roger Kidd

Cains Gorse is a small wood located in Shropshire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, it covers an area of approximately 5 acres. The wood is part of a larger forested area and is known for its natural beauty and diverse flora and fauna.

Cains Gorse is predominantly made up of gorse bushes, which give the wood its name. Gorse is a spiny evergreen shrub that typically blooms with bright yellow flowers during the spring and summer months. The shrubs create a dense and thorny undergrowth, providing habitat for various small mammals, birds, and insects.

Within the wood, there are several walking trails that wind through the trees, allowing visitors to explore the area and enjoy the tranquility of nature. These trails provide an opportunity to observe the wildlife and appreciate the peaceful atmosphere of the wood. The wood is particularly popular with birdwatchers, who can spot a variety of bird species, including songbirds and birds of prey.

Cains Gorse is managed by the local authorities to preserve its natural habitat and protect the wildlife within it. The dense vegetation is periodically managed to control its growth and maintain a healthy ecosystem. The wood is open to the public, and visitors are encouraged to respect the environment and follow any guidelines or regulations set by the authorities.

Overall, Cains Gorse offers a serene and picturesque setting for nature enthusiasts and provides a valuable habitat for a range of plant and animal species.

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Cains Gorse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.462438/-2.2962935 or Grid Reference SO7984. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pasture north-east of Alveley in Shropshire Looking west-south-west from the bridleway near Lane Green
Pasture north-east of Alveley in Shropshire
Looking west-south-west from the bridleway near Lane Green
Sheep grazing south of Tuckhill in Shropshire The land around is used for mixed grazing, and cereal crops and oilseed rape.
Sheep grazing south of Tuckhill in Shropshire
The land around is used for mixed grazing, and cereal crops and oilseed rape.
Cereal cropfield near Birdsgreen in Shropshire Some of the fields in the north this square are a little inaccessible.
Cereal cropfield near Birdsgreen in Shropshire
Some of the fields in the north this square are a little inaccessible.
Beauty Bank Farmhouse west of Coxgreen in Staffordshire Just over into Shropshire, this farmhouse has been expertly renovated and extended, including the use of local sandstone materials. Superb!
Beauty Bank Farmhouse west of Coxgreen in Staffordshire
Just over into Shropshire, this farmhouse has been expertly renovated and extended, including the use of local sandstone materials. Superb!
Grazing Land near Lindridge, Shropshire
Grazing Land near Lindridge, Shropshire
Sheep grazing near Hartsgreen in Shropshire Looking north-east from the bridleway by New Barns Farm. Land in the vicinity is shared between grazing and the growing of cereal crops.
Sheep grazing near Hartsgreen in Shropshire
Looking north-east from the bridleway by New Barns Farm. Land in the vicinity is shared between grazing and the growing of cereal crops.
Cereal crop and woodland near Hartsgreen in Shropshire Most land in the vicinity is dedicated to cereal crops or grazing, with small areas of woodland still remaining.
Cereal crop and woodland near Hartsgreen in Shropshire
Most land in the vicinity is dedicated to cereal crops or grazing, with small areas of woodland still remaining.
"Down into the Dingle" - Bowhills, Shropshire The public footpath to Cross Farm enters a long strip of woodland in a steep narrow valley, known as Bowhills Dingle.
"Down into the Dingle" - Bowhills, Shropshire
The public footpath to Cross Farm enters a long strip of woodland in a steep narrow valley, known as Bowhills Dingle.
"And Across the Rickety Bridge" - Bowhills, Shropshire Crossing this deeply cut stream valley can be a problem after heavy rain. The public footpath is well marked, but this part tends to be muddy except during dry spells.
"And Across the Rickety Bridge" - Bowhills, Shropshire
Crossing this deeply cut stream valley can be a problem after heavy rain. The public footpath is well marked, but this part tends to be muddy except during dry spells.
Pheasant, near Hartsgreen, Shropshire The whole area rings with the sound of these attractive birds.
Pheasant, near Hartsgreen, Shropshire
The whole area rings with the sound of these attractive birds.
Tractors, New Barns Farm, Hartsgreen, Shropshire
Tractors, New Barns Farm, Hartsgreen, Shropshire
Ewes and Lambs, New Barns Farm, Hartsgreen, Shropshire The land this side of the dingle is dedicated mainly to grazing; the other side to cereal crops.
Ewes and Lambs, New Barns Farm, Hartsgreen, Shropshire
The land this side of the dingle is dedicated mainly to grazing; the other side to cereal crops.
A Woodland Walk, near Hartsgreen, Shropshire A beautiful footpath - and it's public! Enjoy woods and fields all the way to Birdsgreen (3km) and Alveley.
A Woodland Walk, near Hartsgreen, Shropshire
A beautiful footpath - and it's public! Enjoy woods and fields all the way to Birdsgreen (3km) and Alveley.
Sheep Grazing, near Hartsgreen, Shropshire
Sheep Grazing, near Hartsgreen, Shropshire
Inquisitive Lambs, near Hartsgreen, Shropshire This bunch came right up to me; the ewes didn't seem bothered.
Inquisitive Lambs, near Hartsgreen, Shropshire
This bunch came right up to me; the ewes didn't seem bothered.
Bridleway near Filletts, Shropshire
Bridleway near Filletts, Shropshire
Footpath to Bowhills Dingle, Shropshire The public footpath drops sharply into the dingle (slippery in poor weather) about 200 metres further on.
Footpath to Bowhills Dingle, Shropshire
The public footpath drops sharply into the dingle (slippery in poor weather) about 200 metres further on.
He's Burnt the Cakes Again. Fungus Another example of the fungus commonly found on dead trees in the area: King Alfred's Cakes, or Cramp Balls.
He's Burnt the Cakes Again. Fungus
Another example of the fungus commonly found on dead trees in the area: King Alfred's Cakes, or Cramp Balls.
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Cains Gorse is located at Grid Ref: SO7984 (Lat: 52.462438, Lng: -2.2962935)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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