Wagtail Wood

Wood, Forest in Northumberland

England

Wagtail Wood

Bull and cow Set against the unlikely backdrop of Close House Residential Care Home.
Bull and cow Credit: Oliver Dixon

Wagtail Wood is a charming woodland located in Northumberland, a county in the northeastern region of England. This picturesque forest covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is known for its scenic beauty and diverse wildlife.

The wood is predominantly made up of native tree species such as oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy that provides a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of wildflowers, adding bursts of color to the landscape throughout the year.

Wagtail Wood is a haven for bird watchers and nature enthusiasts. It is named after the wagtail bird species, which can often be seen in the area. The wood is home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, thrushes, and warblers, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching.

Additionally, the wood is inhabited by many other types of wildlife, such as deer, foxes, rabbits, and squirrels. These animals can often be spotted as they go about their daily activities, providing visitors with a unique opportunity to observe them in their natural habitat.

Wagtail Wood offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the forest and enjoy its beauty at their own pace. The paths wind through the wood, leading to hidden clearings and viewpoints that offer breathtaking vistas of the surrounding countryside.

Overall, Wagtail Wood is a true gem of Northumberland, offering a peaceful retreat and an opportunity to connect with nature. Its diverse flora and fauna, coupled with its scenic trails, make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility in the heart of the English countryside.

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Wagtail Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.929228/-2.1145239 or Grid Reference NY9259. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bull and cow Set against the unlikely backdrop of Close House Residential Care Home.
Bull and cow
Set against the unlikely backdrop of Close House Residential Care Home.
Tamworth Reds I never knew that pigs could set up quite the cacophonous racket that these two (together with a couple of others) did when they saw us and presumably thought that food  was on the way!
Tamworth Reds
I never knew that pigs could set up quite the cacophonous racket that these two (together with a couple of others) did when they saw us and presumably thought that food was on the way!
Old pump Outside Lee Nook Farm.
Old pump
Outside Lee Nook Farm.
Heffers and steers Beside the path to Lee. Tynedale in the distance.
Heffers and steers
Beside the path to Lee. Tynedale in the distance.
The path to Lee
The path to Lee
Fields beside the path from Lee to Newbigin House Farm
Fields beside the path from Lee to Newbigin House Farm
Field in front of Myra's Wood Myra's Wood is a long narrow shelter belt of conifers. The mast <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NY9059">NY9059</a> on the edge of the wood is probably a mobile phone mast.
Field in front of Myra's Wood
Myra's Wood is a long narrow shelter belt of conifers. The mast NY9059 on the edge of the wood is probably a mobile phone mast.
Eastern end of Myra's Wood A long narrow shelterbelt of coniferous trees. Some have been toppled at this end - possibly by Storm Arwen on 8th December 2021.
Eastern end of Myra's Wood
A long narrow shelterbelt of coniferous trees. Some have been toppled at this end - possibly by Storm Arwen on 8th December 2021.
Windthrow at the eastern end of Myra's Wood Possibly damaged by Storm Arwen on 8th December 2021.
Windthrow at the eastern end of Myra's Wood
Possibly damaged by Storm Arwen on 8th December 2021.
Same location, new feeder, new sheep Compare with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1135815">NY9159 : Sheep and feeder near High Ardley</a> from thirteen years ago.
Same location, new feeder, new sheep
Compare with NY9159 : Sheep and feeder near High Ardley from thirteen years ago.
Floral bicycle in a garden at Whitley Chapel
Floral bicycle in a garden at Whitley Chapel
Old Milestone by UC road, Ordley The Milestone is located on grass verge on the East side of the road.  Parish of Hexhamshire (Tynedale District). Metal post with attached metal plate, Smith Patterson iron shield design, erected by the Hexham turnpike trust in the 19th Century. Half of shield missing. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6055942" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6055942">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:-  
WHITLEY / CHAPEL / (2½) {arrow} / (HEXHAM) / (3) / ({arrow}) SMITH PATTERSON / BLAYDON /

Grade II listed. 
List Entry Number: 1045329 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1045329" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1045329">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> 

Milestone Society National ID: NB_HXWC03
Old Milestone by UC road, Ordley
The Milestone is located on grass verge on the East side of the road.  Parish of Hexhamshire (Tynedale District). Metal post with attached metal plate, Smith Patterson iron shield design, erected by the Hexham turnpike trust in the 19th Century. Half of shield missing. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- WHITLEY / CHAPEL / (2½) {arrow} / (HEXHAM) / (3) / ({arrow}) SMITH PATTERSON / BLAYDON / Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1045329 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: NB_HXWC03
Ford at Whitley Mill Ford and footbridge over the Rowley Burn at Whitley Mill
Ford at Whitley Mill
Ford and footbridge over the Rowley Burn at Whitley Mill
Old School and School House, Whitley Chapel
Old School and School House, Whitley Chapel
Dye House Bridge
Dye House Bridge
Dye House Cottages and former Methodist chapel Dye House Methodist Chapel can be seen in the background.  The Chapel is dated 1865 and built in the Georgian style (Pevsner).  Cottages dated 1725 and are an early example of the two-storey three bay farmhouse type (Pevsner).
Dye House Cottages and former Methodist chapel
Dye House Methodist Chapel can be seen in the background. The Chapel is dated 1865 and built in the Georgian style (Pevsner). Cottages dated 1725 and are an early example of the two-storey three bay farmhouse type (Pevsner).
Mollersteads A late 18th century house, altered in the early 19th century. This is a Grade II Listed Building protected by law.
<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.keystothepast.info/durhamcc/K2P.nsf/K2PDetail?readform&PRN=N23658" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.keystothepast.info/durhamcc/K2P.nsf/K2PDetail?readform&PRN=N23658">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>
Mollersteads
A late 18th century house, altered in the early 19th century. This is a Grade II Listed Building protected by law. LinkExternal link
Dukesfield Smelt Mill, Hexhamshire An old smelt mill stood to the southwest of Dukesfield Mill bridge. It was built in the late 18th century. The ore came from the lead mines owned by Beaumont family in Allendale. The site was demolished in 1836, and now there is nothing to be seen here apart from the gothic arches of the flue.
Dukesfield Smelt Mill, Hexhamshire
An old smelt mill stood to the southwest of Dukesfield Mill bridge. It was built in the late 18th century. The ore came from the lead mines owned by Beaumont family in Allendale. The site was demolished in 1836, and now there is nothing to be seen here apart from the gothic arches of the flue.
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Wagtail Wood is located at Grid Ref: NY9259 (Lat: 54.929228, Lng: -2.1145239)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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