Middlecale Wood

Wood, Forest in Cheshire

England

Middlecale Wood

The Cage - Lyme Park  (1) -
Home Guard Observation Post: EDoB ID: e10317

Built originally as a hunting lodge or tower of c.1580, it was taken down in 1734 by George Platt and rebuilt by Peter Platt in 1737. Square in plan with square corner towers, it remains an imposing building in the Cheshire landscape. It was used as an Observation Post by the local Home Guard during the Second World War.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6944943">SJ9683 : The Cage - Lyme Park  (2)</a>
The Cage - Lyme Park (1) Credit: Mike Searle

Middlecale Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Cheshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 150 hectares, it is situated in the rural village of Middlecale, nestled between the towns of Macclesfield and Congleton.

The woodland is characterized by its diverse range of tree species, including oak, birch, beech, and pine, which create a rich and vibrant canopy. The forest floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the woodland.

Middlecale Wood is home to a plethora of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers. Visitors may be lucky enough to spot deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species, including woodpeckers and owls. The wood also provides a habitat for several rare and protected species, such as the red squirrel and the dormouse.

The woodland offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These trails meander through the trees, providing glimpses of tranquil ponds and babbling brooks along the way. There are also designated picnic areas, where visitors can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Middlecale Wood is managed by the local conservation trust, ensuring the preservation of its natural beauty and biodiversity. Educational programs and guided tours are available, providing visitors with the opportunity to learn about the woodland's ecology and its importance for the local ecosystem.

Overall, Middlecale Wood is a captivating destination for those seeking solace in nature, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Middlecale Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.353558/-2.0684524 or Grid Reference SJ9584. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Cage - Lyme Park  (1) -
Home Guard Observation Post: EDoB ID: e10317

Built originally as a hunting lodge or tower of c.1580, it was taken down in 1734 by George Platt and rebuilt by Peter Platt in 1737. Square in plan with square corner towers, it remains an imposing building in the Cheshire landscape. It was used as an Observation Post by the local Home Guard during the Second World War.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6944943">SJ9683 : The Cage - Lyme Park  (2)</a>
The Cage - Lyme Park (1)
- Home Guard Observation Post: EDoB ID: e10317 Built originally as a hunting lodge or tower of c.1580, it was taken down in 1734 by George Platt and rebuilt by Peter Platt in 1737. Square in plan with square corner towers, it remains an imposing building in the Cheshire landscape. It was used as an Observation Post by the local Home Guard during the Second World War. SJ9683 : The Cage - Lyme Park (2)
The Cage - Lyme Park  (2) -
Home Guard Observation Post: EDoB ID: e10317

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6944962">SJ9683 : The Cage - Lyme Park (3)</a>
The Cage - Lyme Park (2)
- Home Guard Observation Post: EDoB ID: e10317 SJ9683 : The Cage - Lyme Park (3)
The Cage - Lyme Park (3) -
Home Guard Observation Post: EDoB ID: e10317

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6944939">SJ9683 : The Cage - Lyme Park  (1)</a>
The Cage - Lyme Park (3)
- Home Guard Observation Post: EDoB ID: e10317 SJ9683 : The Cage - Lyme Park (1)
Lyme Hall Lyme Park is a large estate located south of Disley, Cheshire, England. It is owned and administered by the National Trust with financial support from Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council.

The estate consists of a mansion house, dating from the latter part of the 16th century, surrounded by formal gardens set within in a large park. The estate was granted to Sir Thomas Danyers in 1346 and passed to the Leghs of Lyme by marriage in 1388. It remained in their possession until 1946 when it was given to the National Trust.

The house is the largest in Cheshire, and has been designated by English Heritage as a Grade I listed building. The surrounding gardens and park are listed at Grade II* in the National Register of Historic Parks and Gardens.

<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lyme-park/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lyme-park/">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> - Lyme Park House and Garden, official National Trust site
<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lyme_Park" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lyme_Park">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> - Wikipedia article
Lyme Hall
Lyme Park is a large estate located south of Disley, Cheshire, England. It is owned and administered by the National Trust with financial support from Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council. The estate consists of a mansion house, dating from the latter part of the 16th century, surrounded by formal gardens set within in a large park. The estate was granted to Sir Thomas Danyers in 1346 and passed to the Leghs of Lyme by marriage in 1388. It remained in their possession until 1946 when it was given to the National Trust. The house is the largest in Cheshire, and has been designated by English Heritage as a Grade I listed building. The surrounding gardens and park are listed at Grade II* in the National Register of Historic Parks and Gardens. LinkExternal link - Lyme Park House and Garden, official National Trust site LinkExternal link - Wikipedia article
Park Road Off Buxton Road.
Park Road
Off Buxton Road.
Middlewood Way The remains of High Lane Station on Middlewood Way.
Middlewood Way
The remains of High Lane Station on Middlewood Way.
Middlewood Way Middlewood Way crossing under the A6, Buxton Road.
Middlewood Way
Middlewood Way crossing under the A6, Buxton Road.
Middlewood Station Middlewood Station seen from the Middlewood Way path.
Middlewood Station
Middlewood Station seen from the Middlewood Way path.
The Boars Head The Boars Head public house.
The Boars Head
The Boars Head public house.
Red Legg Farm
Red Legg Farm
Macclesfield Canal
Macclesfield Canal
Macclesfield Canal
Macclesfield Canal
King Coal Pit Waste tips at the old King Coal Pit.
King Coal Pit
Waste tips at the old King Coal Pit.
Macclesfield Canal
Macclesfield Canal
Macclesfield Canal Peaceful canal below very busy A6 road
Macclesfield Canal
Peaceful canal below very busy A6 road
High Lane Conservative Club
High Lane Conservative Club
Canal narrow boats at rest at High Lane A spur off the Macclesfield Canal
Canal narrow boats at rest at High Lane
A spur off the Macclesfield Canal
Laying a smokescreen on Macclesfield Canal Hakuna Matata (no problems in Swahili)
Laying a smokescreen on Macclesfield Canal
Hakuna Matata (no problems in Swahili)
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Middlecale Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ9584 (Lat: 53.353558, Lng: -2.0684524)

Unitary Authority: Cheshire East

Police Authority: Cheshire

What 3 Words

///surveyed.confronts.usages. Near Disley, Cheshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.353558,-2.0684524
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 53.354721/-2.0748942
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3546529/-2.0750854
Bench
Backrest: no
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 53.3566621/-2.073644
Information: guidepost
Operator: Peak & Northern Footpaths Society
Ref: 226
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.3566844/-2.0736393
Addr City: Stockport
Addr Housename: Middlecale Cottage
Addr Housenumber: 1
Addr Postcode: SK12 2NS
Lat/Long: 53.35451/-2.0744963
Addr City: Stockport
Addr Housename: Middlecale Cottage
Addr Housenumber: 2
Addr Postcode: SK12 2NS
Lat/Long: 53.3544418/-2.0745348
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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