Beacom Wood

Wood, Forest in Cheshire

England

Beacom Wood

Glossop Road The A626 Glossop to Stockport road at Cote Green.
Glossop Road Credit: Gerald England

Beacom Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Cheshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 20 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. The wood is situated near the village of Beacom, hence its name.

The wood is primarily composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, birch, and beech, which provide a stunning display of colors throughout the changing seasons. The dense canopy of foliage creates a tranquil and serene atmosphere, making it an ideal place for peaceful walks and picnics.

Beacom Wood is known for its diverse wildlife, making it a haven for nature lovers. Visitors may spot a variety of bird species, such as woodpeckers, jays, and owls, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits. The wood also boasts a rich array of plant life, with bluebells, wild garlic, and ferns carpeting the forest floor in the spring.

The wood is crisscrossed with well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. There are also several benches strategically placed throughout the wood, providing opportunities for visitors to rest and appreciate the surroundings.

Beacom Wood is managed by the local council, ensuring its preservation and maintenance. The wood is open to the public year-round and admission is free. It offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing a perfect escape into nature for all who visit.

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Beacom Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.423321/-2.0441871 or Grid Reference SJ9791. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Glossop Road The A626 Glossop to Stockport road at Cote Green.
Glossop Road
The A626 Glossop to Stockport road at Cote Green.
Footpath if you dare There is a footpath off the A626 over that stile and it looks to go steeply down through overgrown undergrowth. It isn't a path I'll be exploring.
Footpath if you dare
There is a footpath off the A626 over that stile and it looks to go steeply down through overgrown undergrowth. It isn't a path I'll be exploring.
Cote Green Road The A626 Stockport to Glossop Road at Cote Green.
Cote Green Road
The A626 Stockport to Glossop Road at Cote Green.
Wooden Shelter A wooden bus shelter on Glossop Road, Cote Green. There is only one bus an hour that stops here, the 394 from Glossop to Stepping Hill Hospital, apart from the 304 which stops twice a day three times a week.
Wooden Shelter
A wooden bus shelter on Glossop Road, Cote Green. There is only one bus an hour that stops here, the 394 from Glossop to Stepping Hill Hospital, apart from the 304 which stops twice a day three times a week.
Windsor Castle At the Windsor Castle, the A626 from Glossop to Stockport makes a sharp left turn on the brow of a hill.
Windsor Castle
At the Windsor Castle, the A626 from Glossop to Stockport makes a sharp left turn on the brow of a hill.
The Windsor Castle, Marple Bridge On Glossop Road.
The Windsor Castle, Marple Bridge
On Glossop Road.
Sign for the Windsor Castle, Marple Bridge See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6093160">SJ9689 : The Windsor Castle, Marple Bridge</a> for context.
Sign for the Windsor Castle, Marple Bridge
Houses on Glossop Road
Houses on Glossop Road
Bus stop and shelter on Glossop Road On a hill.
Bus stop and shelter on Glossop Road
On a hill.
Glossop Road (A626) Heading east.
Glossop Road (A626)
Heading east.
Footbridge in Etherow Country Park
Footbridge in Etherow Country Park
The lake at Etherow Country Park
The lake at Etherow Country Park
Compstall Mills
Compstall Mills
Hyde Cenotaph Hyde War Memorial remembers the people who gave their lives for our country. This photograph was taken on Remembrance Say 2021.
Hyde Cenotaph
Hyde War Memorial remembers the people who gave their lives for our country. This photograph was taken on Remembrance Say 2021.
Footpath Towards Compstall The Etherow Valley full of morning mist
Footpath Towards Compstall
The Etherow Valley full of morning mist
Water Trailer These fields at a higher level have no ponds or streams, the farmer's work includes filling and transporting water barrels to keep his stock watered. The hills of the Dark Peak can be seen in the distance.
Water Trailer
These fields at a higher level have no ponds or streams, the farmer's work includes filling and transporting water barrels to keep his stock watered. The hills of the Dark Peak can be seen in the distance.
Hare and Hounds 
The Hare and Hounds on Werneth Low after  the first heavy snowfall of the winter at lower levels.
Hare and Hounds
The Hare and Hounds on Werneth Low after the first heavy snowfall of the winter at lower levels.
Footpath around the edge of Werneth Low This path is not part of Werneth Low Country Park, it's more like an outer ring path.
Footpath around the edge of Werneth Low
This path is not part of Werneth Low Country Park, it's more like an outer ring path.
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Beacom Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ9791 (Lat: 53.423321, Lng: -2.0441871)

Unitary Authority: Stockport

Police Authority: Greater Manchester

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