Ridd Wood

Wood, Forest in Cheshire

England

Ridd Wood

Mass Vaccination Site (Tameside) As we approach the second winter of this Coronavirus era people are being given injections for Flu and Covid-19 at this Tameside vaccination site. This area was formerly the car park for British Gas who have moved to Stockport from this site on Hattersley Industrial Estate.
Mass Vaccination Site (Tameside) Credit: Stephen Burton

Ridd Wood, located in Cheshire, England, is a tranquil and picturesque woodland area that covers an approximate area of 200 acres. Nestled in the heart of the county, this ancient forest boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter to the forest floor. The forest is also peppered with patches of coniferous trees, such as pine and spruce, adding to its unique charm.

Ridd Wood is intersected by a network of meandering footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the forest at their own pace. These pathways wind through the wood, offering glimpses of the enchanting wildlife that calls this place home. From deer and badgers to a multitude of bird species, including woodpeckers and owls, the woods are teeming with biodiversity.

The woodland is managed by local authorities, who prioritize maintaining its ecological balance and preserving its natural beauty. Consequently, visitors are encouraged to adhere to designated paths to minimize disturbance to the delicate ecosystem.

Ridd Wood also holds historical significance, as remnants of ancient settlements and structures can be found scattered throughout the forest. These vestiges provide a glimpse into the area's rich past and add an element of mystery to the woodland's allure.

Overall, Ridd Wood offers a serene and immersive experience in nature, allowing visitors to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and connect with the tranquility and beauty of the Cheshire countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.425983/-2.0381552 or Grid Reference SJ9792. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mass Vaccination Site (Tameside) As we approach the second winter of this Coronavirus era people are being given injections for Flu and Covid-19 at this Tameside vaccination site. This area was formerly the car park for British Gas who have moved to Stockport from this site on Hattersley Industrial Estate.
Mass Vaccination Site (Tameside)
As we approach the second winter of this Coronavirus era people are being given injections for Flu and Covid-19 at this Tameside vaccination site. This area was formerly the car park for British Gas who have moved to Stockport from this site on Hattersley Industrial Estate.
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.
Unsafe Bridge For about the last ten years this bridge has been closed to walkers with a sign telling "Unsafe Bridge" I for one ignored the sign but the authorities have been proved right with the bridge washing away over winter. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6082029" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6082029">Link</a>
Unsafe Bridge
For about the last ten years this bridge has been closed to walkers with a sign telling "Unsafe Bridge" I for one ignored the sign but the authorities have been proved right with the bridge washing away over winter. Link
Ford across the River Etherow Following the destruction of the bridge <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6367523" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6367523">Link</a> in winter 2021/22 a ford now gives access to the grazing meadows on the far bank of the river.
Ford across the River Etherow
Following the destruction of the bridge Link in winter 2021/22 a ford now gives access to the grazing meadows on the far bank of the river.
Three Sheep And view to Werneth Hall Farm
Three Sheep
And view to Werneth Hall Farm
Looking up to Werneth Hall Farm Mostly hidden by the tree
Looking up to Werneth Hall Farm
Mostly hidden by the tree
View to cottages on Mount Road From Near Cloughside
View to cottages on Mount Road
From Near Cloughside
Uplands Farm
Uplands Farm
Golf course tree With a view to Hattersley and Longdendale
Golf course tree
With a view to Hattersley and Longdendale
Hyde War Memorial, Werneth Low
Hyde War Memorial, Werneth Low
"IN HONOUR OF THE 710 MEN..." Detail of Hyde War Memorial in Werneth Low Country Park. This face of the memorial refers to World War One.
"IN HONOUR OF THE 710 MEN..."
Detail of Hyde War Memorial in Werneth Low Country Park. This face of the memorial refers to World War One.
Approaching The War Memorial Hyde War Memorial, in Werneth Low Country Park, overlooks the town - now part of Greater Manchester.
Approaching The War Memorial
Hyde War Memorial, in Werneth Low Country Park, overlooks the town - now part of Greater Manchester.
View to Manchester city centre From Werneth Low Golf Course
View to Manchester city centre
From Werneth Low Golf Course
Keg Woodlands Sign
Keg Woodlands Sign
Show me another place!

Ridd Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ9792 (Lat: 53.425983, Lng: -2.0381552)

Unitary Authority: Stockport

Police Authority: Greater Manchester

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