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Bollard Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire Pendle

England

Bollard Wood

Footpath and Stream, Barley The footpath leads onwards up Pendle Hill. The stream has some charming small waterfalls.
Footpath and Stream, Barley Credit: David Bremner

Bollard Wood is a dense forest located in the county of Lancashire, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, near the town of Bollard. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, this woodland is known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem.

The forest is predominantly composed of deciduous trees such as oak, beech, and birch, which create a stunning canopy during the spring and summer months. The woodland floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to its enchanting appeal.

Bollard Wood is home to a rich wildlife population, making it an important conservation site. It provides a habitat for numerous species including deer, squirrels, rabbits, and a myriad of bird species. Nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers frequently visit the area to observe and appreciate the diverse avian population.

The forest offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These paths meander through the woodland, offering glimpses of picturesque vistas and serene spots where one can sit and enjoy the tranquility of nature.

Bollard Wood also holds historical significance, with evidence of human activity dating back centuries. The remains of an ancient settlement and a medieval trackway have been discovered within the forest, adding to its allure and attracting history enthusiasts.

Overall, Bollard Wood is a natural treasure in Lancashire, providing a haven for wildlife and offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.859574/-2.2607893 or Grid Reference SD8240. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath and Stream, Barley The footpath leads onwards up Pendle Hill. The stream has some charming small waterfalls.
Footpath and Stream, Barley
The footpath leads onwards up Pendle Hill. The stream has some charming small waterfalls.
Set in Concrete A boot print set in the concrete. A moment captured on the footpath up Pendle Hill.
Set in Concrete
A boot print set in the concrete. A moment captured on the footpath up Pendle Hill.
A Glimpse of Pendle Hill On the footpath from Barley and a glimpse of Pendle Hill is had through the trees.
A Glimpse of Pendle Hill
On the footpath from Barley and a glimpse of Pendle Hill is had through the trees.
Barley Water, Barley Looking upstream along Barley Water from Barley Bridge, just prior to the confluence with White Hough Water.
Barley Water, Barley
Looking upstream along Barley Water from Barley Bridge, just prior to the confluence with White Hough Water.
Lower Ogden Reservoir
Lower Ogden Reservoir
Pendle Inn Inn in the very popular village of Barley.
Pendle Inn
Inn in the very popular village of Barley.
Feeding sheep at dusk Low cloud is resting on Pendle Hill behind.
Feeding sheep at dusk
Low cloud is resting on Pendle Hill behind.
Back of Alice Nutter Statue The commemorative statue by David Palmer, to mark the 400th anniversary of the Pendle Witch Trials. Alice Nutter is in chains but this cloak on her back looks like an instrument of torture
Back of Alice Nutter Statue
The commemorative statue by David Palmer, to mark the 400th anniversary of the Pendle Witch Trials. Alice Nutter is in chains but this cloak on her back looks like an instrument of torture
Ridgaling Water Treatment Works, Barrowford United Utilities opened this treatment works in 2007 to replace a smaller one at Barley. The principal contractor was KMI and the cost a little under £20 million. The treatment works was designed to look like a farmhouse building with associated barns; only the signs on the gate give away its true nature. Source: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/1528549.19m-water-plant-tap/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/1528549.19m-water-plant-tap/">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>
Ridgaling Water Treatment Works, Barrowford
United Utilities opened this treatment works in 2007 to replace a smaller one at Barley. The principal contractor was KMI and the cost a little under £20 million. The treatment works was designed to look like a farmhouse building with associated barns; only the signs on the gate give away its true nature. Source: LinkExternal link
Passing cars on Pasture Lane The hill has some steep sections and tight bends; these two cars met and passed slowly just below the upper steep section.
Passing cars on Pasture Lane
The hill has some steep sections and tight bends; these two cars met and passed slowly just below the upper steep section.
View towards Pendle from the top of Pasture Lane
View towards Pendle from the top of Pasture Lane
Roughlee Old Hall and Farm For a closer view of the grade II listed Old Hall itself see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/67348">SD8440 : Roughlee - Old Hall Farm</a>.
Roughlee Old Hall and Farm
For a closer view of the grade II listed Old Hall itself see SD8440 : Roughlee - Old Hall Farm.
Roughlee stepping stones The stones are on the Pendle Way. An easy crossing in a dry summer, but Pendle Water can easily run in spate in wet weather.
Roughlee stepping stones
The stones are on the Pendle Way. An easy crossing in a dry summer, but Pendle Water can easily run in spate in wet weather.
Half a field of sheep A large field (nearly four hectares), quite densely and randomly populated with sheep. This is just part of one side. The Pendle Way passes through the field.
Half a field of sheep
A large field (nearly four hectares), quite densely and randomly populated with sheep. This is just part of one side. The Pendle Way passes through the field.
Footbridge on the Pendle Way below Croft House It crosses a ditch between two fields, possibly the boundary between Croft House and Hollin Farm, rather than a stream.
Footbridge on the Pendle Way below Croft House
It crosses a ditch between two fields, possibly the boundary between Croft House and Hollin Farm, rather than a stream.
Wet field above Croft House This only slightly sloping field is just below the steep side of Brown Hill, which probably explains why it is wet.
Wet field above Croft House
This only slightly sloping field is just below the steep side of Brown Hill, which probably explains why it is wet.
The road to Hollin Top A farm access road rather than a public route. The Pendle Way turns right through the gate here and down the hill.
The road to Hollin Top
A farm access road rather than a public route. The Pendle Way turns right through the gate here and down the hill.
Mounting block and signpost on Stang Top Road The signpost indicates the Pendle Way that at this point uses the road to Hollin Top farm.
Mounting block and signpost on Stang Top Road
The signpost indicates the Pendle Way that at this point uses the road to Hollin Top farm.
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Bollard Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD8240 (Lat: 53.859574, Lng: -2.2607893)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Pendle

Police Authority: Lancashire

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