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Whitewall Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire Rossendale

England

Whitewall Wood

WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (16) - Emergency Rendezvous Point, Walmersley Road, Bury, at junction with Mather Road "ERP ---?" Emergency Rendezvous Points (ERP) were designated places in the locality for the coordination of ARP and emergency services during civil emergencies, particularly for those services arriving from outside the area. The signs appear in a variety of designs, but most are diamond shapes framing the ERP locality number. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6945297">SD8013 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (17)</a>
WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (16) Credit: Mike Searle

Whitewall Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Lancashire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this woodland is known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The wood is predominantly composed of oak and beech trees, which provide a dense canopy that offers shelter and shade to various plant and animal species. The forest floor is carpeted with wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, creating a vibrant and enchanting atmosphere.

Whitewall Wood is home to a wide range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a variety of bird species. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds in the midst of their natural habitat.

The wood offers several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its serene surroundings. These trails wind through the tall trees and offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The forest also has designated picnic areas, making it an ideal spot for families to enjoy a day out in nature.

The wood is managed by the local authority, which ensures the preservation of this precious natural habitat. It is also a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), highlighting its importance for conservation and biodiversity.

Whitewall Wood is a true haven for nature enthusiasts, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty and rich biodiversity make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to connect with nature in Lancashire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.626966/-2.2832569 or Grid Reference SD8114. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (16) - Emergency Rendezvous Point, Walmersley Road, Bury, at junction with Mather Road "ERP ---?" Emergency Rendezvous Points (ERP) were designated places in the locality for the coordination of ARP and emergency services during civil emergencies, particularly for those services arriving from outside the area. The signs appear in a variety of designs, but most are diamond shapes framing the ERP locality number. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6945297">SD8013 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (17)</a>
WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (16)
- Emergency Rendezvous Point, Walmersley Road, Bury, at junction with Mather Road "ERP ---?" Emergency Rendezvous Points (ERP) were designated places in the locality for the coordination of ARP and emergency services during civil emergencies, particularly for those services arriving from outside the area. The signs appear in a variety of designs, but most are diamond shapes framing the ERP locality number. SD8013 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (17)
WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (17) - Emergency Rendezvous Point, Walmersley Road, Bury, at junction with Mather Road "ERP ---?" Emergency Rendezvous Points (ERP) were designated places in the locality for the coordination of ARP and emergency services during civil emergencies, particularly for those services arriving from outside the area. The signs appear in a variety of designs, but most are diamond shapes framing the ERP locality number. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6945304">SD7712 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (18)</a>
WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (17)
- Emergency Rendezvous Point, Walmersley Road, Bury, at junction with Mather Road "ERP ---?" Emergency Rendezvous Points (ERP) were designated places in the locality for the coordination of ARP and emergency services during civil emergencies, particularly for those services arriving from outside the area. The signs appear in a variety of designs, but most are diamond shapes framing the ERP locality number. SD7712 : WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (18)
Longland Mill Bridge There is little left on the mill site apart from the mill pond
Longland Mill Bridge
There is little left on the mill site apart from the mill pond
Lumb Mill Remains
Lumb Mill Remains
Right of way to Harden Moor
Right of way to Harden Moor
Harden Moor Trig Point Flush Bracket S4553 Even trig pillars need shade in this heat!
Harden Moor Trig Point Flush Bracket S4553
Even trig pillars need shade in this heat!
Views North East from Harden Moor
Views North East from Harden Moor
The boundary between field and housing The on-set of housing at Walmersley seen from the road from Springside
The boundary between field and housing
The on-set of housing at Walmersley seen from the road from Springside
Sillinghurst Farm A modern poultry farm seen from Castle Hill Road
Sillinghurst Farm
A modern poultry farm seen from Castle Hill Road
Bridleway to Cob House Nab
Bridleway to Cob House Nab
White Carr On White Carr Lane the access road for Walmersley Golf Course. On the sky line is Peel Tower.
White Carr
On White Carr Lane the access road for Walmersley Golf Course. On the sky line is Peel Tower.
View to Cob House Farm From the track at the north end of Walmersley Golf Course
View to Cob House Farm
From the track at the north end of Walmersley Golf Course
Scotland Lane A wet bridleway view east of Dunham Farm
Scotland Lane
A wet bridleway view east of Dunham Farm
Deeply Vale former bleach works chimney View from Scotland Lane
Deeply Vale former bleach works chimney
View from Scotland Lane
New house, Springside Road, Walmersley, Bury from East Lancs Railway The site has historically been in use as a building associated with Springside House, which was demolished around 1930, apart from the cellar. The cellar with a roof added was more recently used to rear pheasants. Permission was granted in September 2009 for the 'Extension and conversion of existing pheasant rearing building to form single storey dwelling'.
New house, Springside Road, Walmersley, Bury from East Lancs Railway
The site has historically been in use as a building associated with Springside House, which was demolished around 1930, apart from the cellar. The cellar with a roof added was more recently used to rear pheasants. Permission was granted in September 2009 for the 'Extension and conversion of existing pheasant rearing building to form single storey dwelling'.
Steam and Smoke at Summerseat Preserved former British Railways Bulleid 7P5FA 4-6-2 ‘West Country’ class locomotive number 34092 ‘City of Wells’ stands at Summerseat Station with an East Lancashire Railway passenger train on the journey to Bury from Rawtenstall. One of the 4-6-2 Light Pacific steam locomotives designed for the Southern Railway by its Chief Mechanical Engineer Oliver Bulleid, 34092 was built at the Brighton Works in 1949, after the nationalisation of the railways in Britain; it was originally named “Wells” but was renamed “City of Wells” a year later. The engine was withdrawn in November 1964 and sold to the Woodham Bros scrapyard in South Wales, remaining there until being purchased by a group of individuals in 1971 who brought it to the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway in November of that year. It returned to service with KWVR in 1979 and worked on special charters all over the country. The locomotive was withdrawn in 1989 to begin, what turned out to be, a 25-year restoration back to running order and as-built appearance. It finally returned to service again in August 2014. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SR_West_Country_and_Battle_of_Britain_classes" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SR_West_Country_and_Battle_of_Britain_classes">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> SR West Country and Battle of Britain (Light Pacific) classes (Wikipedia)
Steam and Smoke at Summerseat
Preserved former British Railways Bulleid 7P5FA 4-6-2 ‘West Country’ class locomotive number 34092 ‘City of Wells’ stands at Summerseat Station with an East Lancashire Railway passenger train on the journey to Bury from Rawtenstall. One of the 4-6-2 Light Pacific steam locomotives designed for the Southern Railway by its Chief Mechanical Engineer Oliver Bulleid, 34092 was built at the Brighton Works in 1949, after the nationalisation of the railways in Britain; it was originally named “Wells” but was renamed “City of Wells” a year later. The engine was withdrawn in November 1964 and sold to the Woodham Bros scrapyard in South Wales, remaining there until being purchased by a group of individuals in 1971 who brought it to the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway in November of that year. It returned to service with KWVR in 1979 and worked on special charters all over the country. The locomotive was withdrawn in 1989 to begin, what turned out to be, a 25-year restoration back to running order and as-built appearance. It finally returned to service again in August 2014. LinkExternal link SR West Country and Battle of Britain (Light Pacific) classes (Wikipedia)
34092 City of Wells at Summerseat Preserved former British Railways Bulleid 7P5FA 4-6-2 ‘West Country’ class locomotive number 34092 ‘City of Wells’ stands at Summerseat Station with an East Lancashire Railway passenger train on the journey to Bury from Rawtenstall. One of the 4-6-2 Light Pacific steam locomotives designed for the Southern Railway by its Chief Mechanical Engineer Oliver Bulleid, 34092 was built at the Brighton Works in 1949, after the nationalisation of the railways in Britain; it was originally named “Wells” but was renamed “City of Wells” a year later. The engine was withdrawn in November 1964 and sold to the Woodham Bros scrapyard in South Wales, remaining there until being purchased by a group of individuals in 1971 who brought it to the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway in November of that year. It returned to service with KWVR in 1979 and worked on special charters all over the country. The locomotive was withdrawn in 1989 to begin, what turned out to be, a 25-year restoration back to running order and as-built appearance. It finally returned to service again in August 2014. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SR_West_Country_and_Battle_of_Britain_classes" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SR_West_Country_and_Battle_of_Britain_classes">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> SR West Country and Battle of Britain (Light Pacific) classes (Wikipedia)
34092 City of Wells at Summerseat
Preserved former British Railways Bulleid 7P5FA 4-6-2 ‘West Country’ class locomotive number 34092 ‘City of Wells’ stands at Summerseat Station with an East Lancashire Railway passenger train on the journey to Bury from Rawtenstall. One of the 4-6-2 Light Pacific steam locomotives designed for the Southern Railway by its Chief Mechanical Engineer Oliver Bulleid, 34092 was built at the Brighton Works in 1949, after the nationalisation of the railways in Britain; it was originally named “Wells” but was renamed “City of Wells” a year later. The engine was withdrawn in November 1964 and sold to the Woodham Bros scrapyard in South Wales, remaining there until being purchased by a group of individuals in 1971 who brought it to the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway in November of that year. It returned to service with KWVR in 1979 and worked on special charters all over the country. The locomotive was withdrawn in 1989 to begin, what turned out to be, a 25-year restoration back to running order and as-built appearance. It finally returned to service again in August 2014. LinkExternal link SR West Country and Battle of Britain (Light Pacific) classes (Wikipedia)
East Lancashire Railway, Summerseat Station Summerseat railway station opened in 1846. At that time, the route was double-track and the station, which was built on the embankment, had two platforms. In 1970 the northbound track was lifted and the station buildings were demolished. The station closed to passengers in 1972 (although the line was still used for freight until 1980). In 1987, The (heritage) East Lancashire Railway re-opened the line from Bury to Ramsbottom including the station at Summerseat although little remains of the original station buildings. The former northbound platform is completely overgrown but the remaining platform has been improved and a waiting shelter has been erected together with LMS-style lamp standards. Please see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.disused-stations.org.uk/s/summerseat/index.shtml" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.disused-stations.org.uk/s/summerseat/index.shtml">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> for a detailed history of the station including photos of its “former glory”.
East Lancashire Railway, Summerseat Station
Summerseat railway station opened in 1846. At that time, the route was double-track and the station, which was built on the embankment, had two platforms. In 1970 the northbound track was lifted and the station buildings were demolished. The station closed to passengers in 1972 (although the line was still used for freight until 1980). In 1987, The (heritage) East Lancashire Railway re-opened the line from Bury to Ramsbottom including the station at Summerseat although little remains of the original station buildings. The former northbound platform is completely overgrown but the remaining platform has been improved and a waiting shelter has been erected together with LMS-style lamp standards. Please see LinkExternal link for a detailed history of the station including photos of its “former glory”.
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Whitewall Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD8114 (Lat: 53.626966, Lng: -2.2832569)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Rossendale

Police Authority: Lancashire

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