Lytchett Heath Wood

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Lytchett Heath Wood

Deans Drove — Deans Drove Credit: Alex McGregor

Lytchett Heath Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Dorset, England. Spanning over 15 acres, this ancient forest is a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. The wood is situated on the outskirts of the village of Lytchett Matravers, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The woodland is predominantly composed of oak and beech trees, which create a dense canopy that provides shelter for a variety of flora and fauna. Bluebells, wood anemones, and wild garlic carpet the forest floor during the spring months, creating a stunning display of colors and scents.

Lytchett Heath Wood is also home to a diverse range of wildlife. Birdwatchers can spot species such as woodpeckers, owls, and warblers, while keen-eyed visitors may catch a glimpse of elusive mammals like deer and foxes. The wood is also known for its thriving population of butterflies and other insects.

Several walking trails wind through the wood, allowing visitors to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of the area. These paths are well-maintained and offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. There are also picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the woodland, providing the perfect spots for a leisurely lunch or a moment of reflection.

Lytchett Heath Wood is a treasured natural gem in Dorset, offering a peaceful retreat and an opportunity to connect with nature. Whether you are an avid nature enthusiast or simply looking for a serene escape, this woodland is a must-visit destination.

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Lytchett Heath Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.753093/-2.0520719 or Grid Reference SY9694. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Deans Drove

Deans Drove

Holme Bush Inn

Holme Bush Inn

Old Milepost by the B3067, Lytchett Minster Cast iron post by the B3067, in parish of LYTCHETT MINSTER AND UPTON (PURBECK District), Lytchett Minster, opposite church and school, on 2m wide grass verge, on a bend, on South-east side of road. Poole cast iron post, erected by the Poole Turnpike Trust in the 19th century.

Inscription reads:-
: 4 / WARE / HAM : : POOLE / TRUST : : 4 / POOLE :

Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1392932
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1392932" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1392932">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: DO_WAPO04.

Old Milepost by the B3067, Lytchett Minster

Cast iron post by the B3067, in parish of LYTCHETT MINSTER AND UPTON (PURBECK District), Lytchett Minster, opposite church and school, on 2m wide grass verge, on a bend, on South-east side of road. Poole cast iron post, erected by the Poole Turnpike Trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : 4 / WARE / HAM : : POOLE / TRUST : : 4 / POOLE : Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1392932 Link

Milestone Society National ID: DO_WAPO04.

Milestone Society

Lytchett Matravers, clearing In mixed woodland on the path to Post Green.

Lytchett Matravers, clearing

In mixed woodland on the path to Post Green.

Lytchett Matravers, brook Originating from a spring nearby, flowing down to join Sherford River.

Lytchett Matravers, brook

Originating from a spring nearby, flowing down to join Sherford River.

Lytchett Matravers, footpath From Deans Drove, following the course of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5353610">SY9494 : Lytchett Matravers, brook</a>.

Lytchett Matravers, footpath

From Deans Drove, following the course of SY9494 : Lytchett Matravers, brook.

Lytchett Matravers, Deans Drove Village road with a hollow (caused or used by <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5353610">SY9494 : Lytchett Matravers, brook</a>) from Foxhills Road to Wareham Road.

Lytchett Matravers, Deans Drove

Village road with a hollow (caused or used by SY9494 : Lytchett Matravers, brook) from Foxhills Road to Wareham Road.

Lytchett Matravers, store General store and family butchers, on Wareham Road.

Lytchett Matravers, store

General store and family butchers, on Wareham Road.

Corfe Mullen, Rushall Lane Lane from Blandford Road North to Corfe Mullen; plantation, left, and properties and grazing land, right.

Corfe Mullen, Rushall Lane

Lane from Blandford Road North to Corfe Mullen; plantation, left, and properties and grazing land, right.

Corfe Mullen, plantation Stony Down Plantation - conifers with a little hardwood.

Corfe Mullen, plantation

Stony Down Plantation - conifers with a little hardwood.

Corfe Mullen, bridleway Bridleway and access road, from Rushall Lane to Upton Heath.

Corfe Mullen, bridleway

Bridleway and access road, from Rushall Lane to Upton Heath.

Corfe Mullen, crossroads Jubilee Cross - looking from Rushall Lane to Wimborne Road; left and right, Blandford Road North.

Corfe Mullen, crossroads

Jubilee Cross - looking from Rushall Lane to Wimborne Road; left and right, Blandford Road North.

Corfe Mullen, timber Softwood logs awaiting collection in Stony Down Plantation.

Corfe Mullen, timber

Softwood logs awaiting collection in Stony Down Plantation.

Corfe Mullen, bridleway Across Stony Down Plantation, from Rushall Lane to Old Market Road.

Corfe Mullen, bridleway

Across Stony Down Plantation, from Rushall Lane to Old Market Road.

Corfe Mullen, plantation Stony Down Plantation - conifers with patches of hardwood.

Corfe Mullen, plantation

Stony Down Plantation - conifers with patches of hardwood.

Corfe Mullen, track junction From camera and ahead, the bridleway to Old Market Road; left and right, tracks belonging to a local camping business. Upgrading of the tracks seems to have caused local controversy: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://susanjefferies.mycouncillor.org.uk/2015/10/16/stoney-down-plantation/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://susanjefferies.mycouncillor.org.uk/2015/10/16/stoney-down-plantation/">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>

Corfe Mullen, track junction

From camera and ahead, the bridleway to Old Market Road; left and right, tracks belonging to a local camping business. Upgrading of the tracks seems to have caused local controversy: Link

Corfe Mullen, power lines Crossing Stony Down Plantation.

Corfe Mullen, power lines

Crossing Stony Down Plantation.

Lytchett Heath, St. Aldhelm's Late C19 church, now apparently disused - there is no church board, though the churchyard appears tended.

Lytchett Heath, St. Aldhelm's

Late C19 church, now apparently disused - there is no church board, though the churchyard appears tended.

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Lytchett Heath Wood is located at Grid Ref: SY9694 (Lat: 50.753093, Lng: -2.0520719)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.753093,-2.0520719

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00

Date: 2022-12-16

Description: Opposite entrance to Race Farm

Operator: Royal Mail

Post Box Type: lamp

Ref: BH16 135D

Ref GB Uprn: 10015418158

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Lat/Long: 50.7520842/-2.058075

Addr Housename: Race Farm

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 50.7517831/-2.058574

Bus Stop

Forest View Farm

Bench: no

Bin: no

Bus: yes

Lit: no

Naptan AtcoCode: 1200POA10223

Naptan Bearing: SE

Naptan CommonName: Forest Bourne Farm

Naptan Indicator: SE-bound

Naptan NaptanCode: dordadtj

Naptan Street: Blandford Road North

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: no

Tactile Paving: no

Wheelchair: yes

Lat/Long: 50.7549852/-2.0475635

Bus Stop

Forest View Farm

Bench: no

Bin: no

Bus: yes

Lit: no

Naptan AtcoCode: 1200POA10222

Naptan Bearing: NW

Naptan BusStopType: CUS

Naptan CommonName: Forest Bourne Farm

Naptan Indicator: NW-bound

Naptan NaptanCode: dordadtg

Naptan Street: Blandford Road North

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: no

Tactile Paving: no

Wheelchair: yes

Lat/Long: 50.7549494/-2.0476277

Distribution Point: yes

Man Made: utility_pole

Material: wood

Operator: BT OpenReach

Ref: DP16

Source: survey

Utility: telecom

Lat/Long: 50.7525947/-2.0585874

Man Made: utility_pole

Material: wood

Operator: BT OpenReach

Ref: 1A

Source: survey

Utility: telecom

Lat/Long: 50.7523266/-2.0583289

Power: pole

Source: bing

Transformer: distribution

Lat/Long: 50.7530745/-2.0550576

Man Made: utility_pole

Material: wood

Operator: BT OpenReach

Source: survey

Utility: telecom

Lat/Long: 50.7521161/-2.0581296

Man Made: manhole

Manhole: telecom

Material: concrete

Operator: BT OpenReach

Source: survey

Utility: telecom

Lat/Long: 50.7520488/-2.0580524

Man Made: manhole

Manhole: telecom

Material: concrete

Operator: BT OpenReach

Source: survey

Utility: telecom

Lat/Long: 50.7504225/-2.056747

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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