Birches Wood

Wood, Forest in Cheshire

England

Birches Wood

Misty sunlight on railway path north of Ryecroft Gate
Misty sunlight on railway path north of Ryecroft Gate Credit: Colin Park

Birches Wood, located in Cheshire, England, is a picturesque woodland area known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this wood is a haven for wildlife and a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The wood is predominantly made up of birch trees, which give it its name, although there are also other species such as oak, ash, and beech trees that contribute to the rich biodiversity of the area. The tall and slender birch trees create a unique and enchanting atmosphere, especially in spring when their delicate leaves emerge and cast a dappled light on the forest floor.

Walking through Birches Wood, visitors will be captivated by the tranquil surroundings and the various wildlife that call this place home. It is not uncommon to spot a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The wood is also home to small mammals such as squirrels, rabbits, and hedgehogs, as well as a variety of insects and butterflies.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, making it easily accessible for visitors to explore and enjoy. These paths lead visitors through a varied landscape, including open glades, dense woodland, and bubbling streams. There are also designated picnic areas and benches where visitors can relax and take in the serene surroundings.

Birches Wood is not only a beautiful natural area but also an important habitat for many species. It offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in nature, as well as a valuable educational resource for those interested in learning about the local flora and fauna.

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Birches Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.170793/-2.101415 or Grid Reference SJ9363. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Misty sunlight on railway path north of Ryecroft Gate
Misty sunlight on railway path north of Ryecroft Gate
Former Railway Station at Rushton Spencer
Former Railway Station at Rushton Spencer
Footpath NW of The Haddon
Footpath NW of The Haddon
Footpath heading to Moss Manor Moss Manor is the farm located in the centre of the picture. The footpath is barely visible.
Footpath heading to Moss Manor
Moss Manor is the farm located in the centre of the picture. The footpath is barely visible.
Gate on Dane Valley Way Taken during the COVID pandemic, the path in this area is seriously overgrown. Staffordshire Council, please note.
Gate on Dane Valley Way
Taken during the COVID pandemic, the path in this area is seriously overgrown. Staffordshire Council, please note.
Dane Valley Way The Dane Valley Way is a long-distance footpath through Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Cheshire, England. It runs from the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton to the end of the River Dane, where it enters the River Weaver in Northwich. (Source Wikipedia <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dane_Valley_Way" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dane_Valley_Way">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>
Dane Valley Way
The Dane Valley Way is a long-distance footpath through Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Cheshire, England. It runs from the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton to the end of the River Dane, where it enters the River Weaver in Northwich. (Source Wikipedia LinkExternal link
Dane Valley Way and bridge over Conduit The Dane Valley Way is a long-distance footpath through Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Cheshire, England. It runs from the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton to the end of the River Dane, where it enters the River Weaver in Northwich. (Source Wikipedia <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dane_Valley_Way" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dane_Valley_Way">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>
Dane Valley Way and bridge over Conduit
The Dane Valley Way is a long-distance footpath through Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Cheshire, England. It runs from the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton to the end of the River Dane, where it enters the River Weaver in Northwich. (Source Wikipedia LinkExternal link
Dane Valley Way Silhouette of The Cloud visible to the left in picture,
Dane Valley Way
Silhouette of The Cloud visible to the left in picture,
Meadowland south of Bosley Reservoir Heading back to Bosley.
Meadowland south of Bosley Reservoir
Heading back to Bosley.
View west from the A523 In the distance is Timersbrook Cloud
View west from the A523
In the distance is Timersbrook Cloud
The Royal Oak, Rushton Spencer
The Royal Oak, Rushton Spencer
Farm buildings at Woodhouse Green
Farm buildings at Woodhouse Green
Empty field Northeast of Woodhouse Green.
Empty field
Northeast of Woodhouse Green.
The Staffordshire bank... ...of the River Dane. Cheshire lies across the water.
The Staffordshire bank...
...of the River Dane. Cheshire lies across the water.
Track above Ravensclough Brook
Track above Ravensclough Brook
Derelict farm buildings By the Gritstone Trail.
Derelict farm buildings
By the Gritstone Trail.
Muddy Gritstone Trail Following the route of the conduit taking water from the River Dane to Rudyard reservoir.
Muddy Gritstone Trail
Following the route of the conduit taking water from the River Dane to Rudyard reservoir.
River Dane Upstream from Barleigh Ford Bridge.
River Dane
Upstream from Barleigh Ford Bridge.
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Birches Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ9363 (Lat: 53.170793, Lng: -2.101415)

Unitary Authority: Cheshire East

Police Authority: Cheshire

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