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Higher Shore Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire

England

Higher Shore Wood

Remembrance Sunday 2014 Remembrance Ceremony at the Wardle Memorial Garden, 9 November 2014, with the Wardle Academy Brass Band. Taken from an upper floor window of the Wardle & Smallbridge Community Centre (former Wardle UDC offices).
Remembrance Sunday 2014 Credit: Peter Thwaite

Higher Shore Wood is a picturesque forest located in Lancashire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, this woodland is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The forest is characterized by its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem.

Visitors to Higher Shore Wood can explore a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The forest is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species, making it a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Higher Shore Wood is also known for its historical significance, with evidence of ancient settlements and industrial activity dating back centuries. The forest is managed by the Forestry Commission, ensuring that it remains a sustainable and thriving natural resource for future generations to enjoy.

Overall, Higher Shore Wood is a tranquil and beautiful woodland that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, making it a must-visit destination for anyone looking to reconnect with nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.65338/-2.1189277 or Grid Reference SD9217. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Remembrance Sunday 2014 Remembrance Ceremony at the Wardle Memorial Garden, 9 November 2014, with the Wardle Academy Brass Band. Taken from an upper floor window of the Wardle & Smallbridge Community Centre (former Wardle UDC offices).
Remembrance Sunday 2014
Remembrance Ceremony at the Wardle Memorial Garden, 9 November 2014, with the Wardle Academy Brass Band. Taken from an upper floor window of the Wardle & Smallbridge Community Centre (former Wardle UDC offices).
A58 Church Street, Littleborough
A58 Church Street, Littleborough
A58 New road, Dearnley
A58 New road, Dearnley
Watergrove History Wall, greater (northern) part The Watergrove History Wall, situated on the east side of Watergrove Reservoir at the southern end of the reservoir, includes several date stones from Watergrove village buildings and surrounding farmsteads that were demolished during the construction of Rochdale Corporation's Watergrove Reservoir in the 1930s. The image is a composite of 18 photographs produced using Microsoft's ICE (Image Composite Editor) software. The wall is approximately 170 ft long; this image is the northern 110 ft part. The wall is divided by adjacent fencing. The 60 ft lesser (southern) part of the wall is illustrated in the Geograph: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5163265" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5163265">Link</a>
Watergrove History Wall, greater (northern) part
The Watergrove History Wall, situated on the east side of Watergrove Reservoir at the southern end of the reservoir, includes several date stones from Watergrove village buildings and surrounding farmsteads that were demolished during the construction of Rochdale Corporation's Watergrove Reservoir in the 1930s. The image is a composite of 18 photographs produced using Microsoft's ICE (Image Composite Editor) software. The wall is approximately 170 ft long; this image is the northern 110 ft part. The wall is divided by adjacent fencing. The 60 ft lesser (southern) part of the wall is illustrated in the Geograph: Link
Watergrove History Wall, lesser (southern) part The Watergrove History Wall, situated on the east side of Watergrove Reservoir at the southern end of the reservoir, includes several date stones from Watergrove village buildings and surrounding farmsteads that were demolished during the construction of Rochdale Corporation's Watergrove Reservoir in the 1930s. The image is a composite of 6 photographs produced using Microsoft's ICE (Image Composite Editor) software. The wall is approximately 170 ft long; this image is the southern 60 ft part. The wall is divided by adjacent fencing. The 110 ft greater (northern) part of the wall is illustrated in the Geograph: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5163240" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5163240">Link</a>
Watergrove History Wall, lesser (southern) part
The Watergrove History Wall, situated on the east side of Watergrove Reservoir at the southern end of the reservoir, includes several date stones from Watergrove village buildings and surrounding farmsteads that were demolished during the construction of Rochdale Corporation's Watergrove Reservoir in the 1930s. The image is a composite of 6 photographs produced using Microsoft's ICE (Image Composite Editor) software. The wall is approximately 170 ft long; this image is the southern 60 ft part. The wall is divided by adjacent fencing. The 110 ft greater (northern) part of the wall is illustrated in the Geograph: Link
Steward Barn The remains of Steward Barn above Watergrove Reservoir.
Steward Barn
The remains of Steward Barn above Watergrove Reservoir.
Watergrove Reservoir The valve tower at Watergrove Reservoir.
Watergrove Reservoir
The valve tower at Watergrove Reservoir.
The Filter House The Filter House beneath Watergrove Reservoir.
The Filter House
The Filter House beneath Watergrove Reservoir.
Watergrove Reservoir Sailing Club House at Watergrove Reservoir.
Watergrove Reservoir
Sailing Club House at Watergrove Reservoir.
Ramsden Road Remains of the Little Town farmstead alongside Ramsden Road.
Ramsden Road
Remains of the Little Town farmstead alongside Ramsden Road.
Watergrove Reservoir View looking across Watergrove Reservoir from the dam.
Watergrove Reservoir
View looking across Watergrove Reservoir from the dam.
The summit of Cuckoo Hill, Littleborough A nice little hill, without a spot height on the map, but a little over 325m.
The summit of Cuckoo Hill, Littleborough
A nice little hill, without a spot height on the map, but a little over 325m.
View from Cuckoo Hill, Littleborough A path climbs up Allenden Hill, which is 50m higher than Cuckoo Hill, but does not have a proper summit.
View from Cuckoo Hill, Littleborough
A path climbs up Allenden Hill, which is 50m higher than Cuckoo Hill, but does not have a proper summit.
Hare Hill Park, Littleborough The park is what was once the private grounds of Hare Hill House.
Hare Hill Park, Littleborough
The park is what was once the private grounds of Hare Hill House.
The Wheatsheaf A Littleborough pub close to the railway station.
The Wheatsheaf
A Littleborough pub close to the railway station.
Knickerish - Allsorts A lingerie shop in Littleborough with an amusing name.
Knickerish - Allsorts
A lingerie shop in Littleborough with an amusing name.
Hare Hill Park, Littleborough Once the private grounds of Hare Hill House.
Hare Hill Park, Littleborough
Once the private grounds of Hare Hill House.
Hare Hill House, Littleborough Now owned by the local authority, the house was once a private residence. It was here that on the 17th October 1854 Sybil "Queenie" Fenton Newall was born. In 1908 she won the gold medal for ladies' archery in the London Olympic Games. Being aged 53 years and 275 days she was, and remains, the oldest woman ever to win an Olympic gold medal.
Hare Hill House, Littleborough
Now owned by the local authority, the house was once a private residence. It was here that on the 17th October 1854 Sybil "Queenie" Fenton Newall was born. In 1908 she won the gold medal for ladies' archery in the London Olympic Games. Being aged 53 years and 275 days she was, and remains, the oldest woman ever to win an Olympic gold medal.
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Higher Shore Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD9217 (Lat: 53.65338, Lng: -2.1189277)

Unitary Authority: Rochdale

Police Authority: Greater Manchester

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Ele: 306
Natural: peak
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Source Ele: height in feet (1006) from npe, converted to metres
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