Middle Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire Pendle

England

Middle Wood

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 Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Middle Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Lancashire, England. It is nestled in the heart of the countryside, offering a serene and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of nearby towns and cities. The wood covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is a haven for nature enthusiasts and walkers alike.

The wood is predominantly made up of native tree species, such as oak, beech, and birch, which provide a rich and diverse habitat for a wide array of wildlife. It is home to numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Additionally, squirrels, rabbits, and deer can often be spotted roaming freely within the wood.

There are several well-maintained walking trails that crisscross through Middle Wood, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. The paths wind their way through the trees, offering breathtaking views and opportunities to observe the local flora and fauna up close.

Middle Wood is also popular with families and outdoor enthusiasts, as it offers ample space for picnicking, playing games, and simply enjoying the great outdoors. The wood is well-equipped with picnic areas, benches, and even a small children's playground.

Overall, Middle Wood is a stunning natural attraction in Lancashire, offering visitors the chance to reconnect with nature, enjoy peaceful walks, and appreciate the beauty of the English countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.86646/-2.238813 or Grid Reference SD8441. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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

Kevin Waterhouse

Field with distant tower The structure on the horizon is Stansfield Tower (also known as Blacko Tower) <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4000070">SD8542 : Stansfield Tower</a>.

Field with distant tower

The structure on the horizon is Stansfield Tower (also known as Blacko Tower) SD8542 : Stansfield Tower.

West Pasture The Pendle Way is supposed, according to the map, to run up this field and past the house. But there was no sign of a worn path on the ground, and most people had clearly taken a diversion to the west to reach Pasture Lane via the gate seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4694358">SD8540 : West Pasture</a>.

West Pasture

The Pendle Way is supposed, according to the map, to run up this field and past the house. But there was no sign of a worn path on the ground, and most people had clearly taken a diversion to the west to reach Pasture Lane via the gate seen in SD8540 : West Pasture.

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.

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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: 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.

Pendle Way through White Hough Plantation

The Pendle Way is a footpath in the South Pennines which encircles the borough of Pendle. It was officially opened in 1987. The circuit is 45 miles. Its attractions include historical associations with the seventeenth century Pendle Witches, connections with the Brontës, stonebuilt villages in the traditional style of East Lancashire and the South Pennines, relics of the weaving and lead mining industry, and limestone meadows and millstone grit moorland culminating in the ascent of Pendle Hill. The logo is a witch on a broomstick SD8848 : Every Witch Way

Bracket fungus in White Hough Plantation Location approximate; there is a simple plank footbridge in the background but there were at least three of these through the woods.

Bracket fungus in White Hough Plantation

Location approximate; there is a simple plank footbridge in the background but there were at least three of these through the woods.

White Hough Outdoor Centre A camp school opened in 1938, now run on behalf of Burnley Football Club.

White Hough Outdoor Centre

A camp school opened in 1938, now run on behalf of Burnley Football Club.

Converted barn at White Hough One of the few buildings in this complex that is not listed.

Converted barn at White Hough

One of the few buildings in this complex that is not listed.

White Hough Cottages Grade II listed (list entry 1361676).

White Hough Cottages

Grade II listed (list entry 1361676).

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Middle Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD8441 (Lat: 53.86646, Lng: -2.238813)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Pendle

Police Authority: Lancashire

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