Gannow Wood

Wood, Forest in Worcestershire Wychavon

England

Gannow Wood

Quiet country road Quiet country road near Stock Wood.
Quiet country road Credit: Philip Halling

Gannow Wood, located in Worcestershire, England, is a picturesque woodland known for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. Spanning approximately 150 acres, this enchanting forest is a haven for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

The wood is characterized by a mix of both deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a unique and diverse ecosystem. Ancient oak, beech, and birch trees dominate the landscape, providing a dense canopy that filters the sunlight and creates a tranquil atmosphere. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and foxgloves, which bloom in vibrant colors during the spring and summer months.

A network of well-maintained footpaths and trails winds through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders. As you venture deeper into the forest, you may encounter a variety of wildlife, such as badgers, foxes, deer, and a wide array of bird species. Gannow Wood is especially renowned for its bird population, attracting birdwatchers who come to spot species like woodpeckers, tawny owls, and warblers.

The wood is also home to several small ponds and streams, adding to the overall charm and tranquility of the area. These water features provide habitat for amphibians and aquatic plants, further enhancing the biodiversity of Gannow Wood.

With its serene ambiance, diverse flora and fauna, and well-maintained trails, Gannow Wood is a true gem of Worcestershire, offering visitors a peaceful retreat into nature.

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Gannow Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.23196/-1.9976708 or Grid Reference SP0059. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Quiet country road Quiet country road near Stock Wood.
Quiet country road
Quiet country road near Stock Wood.
Another closed public house - Stock Green The Bird in Hand is closed but still furnished. It doesn't look like anybody is living there either.
Another closed public house - Stock Green
The Bird in Hand is closed but still furnished. It doesn't look like anybody is living there either.
Pasture, Feckenham Pasture and woodland to the north-west of Bean Hall Mill.
Pasture, Feckenham
Pasture and woodland to the north-west of Bean Hall Mill.
Feckenham Wylde Moor Nature reserve This small nature reserve is situated on an area of marshland beside Moors Lane.  The notice board <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/173555">SP0160 : Feckenham Wylde Moor Nature Reserve</a> provides more detail.
Feckenham Wylde Moor Nature reserve
This small nature reserve is situated on an area of marshland beside Moors Lane. The notice board SP0160 : Feckenham Wylde Moor Nature Reserve provides more detail.
Footpath to Beanhall Mill Farm Looking along the footpath from the Feckenham Wylde nature reserve at the edge of the square.  The OS map shows this as marshland and the verdant greenery confirms that it is!  For the walker the recent heavy rains make it very squidgy underfoot.
Footpath to Beanhall Mill Farm
Looking along the footpath from the Feckenham Wylde nature reserve at the edge of the square. The OS map shows this as marshland and the verdant greenery confirms that it is! For the walker the recent heavy rains make it very squidgy underfoot.
Llama Seen in a field by Moors Lane.
Llama
Seen in a field by Moors Lane.
Pond by Moors Lane A small man-made pond beside Moors Lane at the junction of the bridleway towards Andy's Barn.
Pond by Moors Lane
A small man-made pond beside Moors Lane at the junction of the bridleway towards Andy's Barn.
Feckenham Wylde Moor Nature Reserve The sign at the entrance to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/169740">SP0160 : Feckenham Wylde Moor Nature reserve</a> from Moors Lane.
Feckenham Wylde Moor Nature Reserve
The sign at the entrance to SP0160 : Feckenham Wylde Moor Nature reserve from Moors Lane.
Footbridge at Feckenham Wylde Moors Nature Reserve The gate and footbridge on the footpath to Beanhall Mill near the western edge of the square.
Footbridge at Feckenham Wylde Moors Nature Reserve
The gate and footbridge on the footpath to Beanhall Mill near the western edge of the square.
Farmland at Inkberrow Sheep in a field near Inkberrow.
Farmland at Inkberrow
Sheep in a field near Inkberrow.
Entering Inkberrow from the north
Entering Inkberrow from the north
Morton Underhill Part of a tiny hamlet seen across a small pond.
Morton Underhill
Part of a tiny hamlet seen across a small pond.
Gate on bridleway near Morton Underhill
Gate on bridleway near Morton Underhill
Derelict windpump, Morton Underhill These were once more common in this part of Worcestershire but they are now becoming derelict and disappearing.
Derelict windpump, Morton Underhill
These were once more common in this part of Worcestershire but they are now becoming derelict and disappearing.
Rape field at Stock Wood Just round the corner is a nice old pub, The Bird in Hand.
Rape field at Stock Wood
Just round the corner is a nice old pub, The Bird in Hand.
little brook at Dormston. Tucked away in the bushes at SO991570 this brook joins up with the Piddle brook near Kington and eventually flows into the Avon.
little brook at Dormston.
Tucked away in the bushes at SO991570 this brook joins up with the Piddle brook near Kington and eventually flows into the Avon.
Rape field at Stock Wood
Rape field at Stock Wood
Priest  Bridge Just out of view behind the trees is the old village school which is now a private house.
Priest Bridge
Just out of view behind the trees is the old village school which is now a private house.
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Gannow Wood is located at Grid Ref: SP0059 (Lat: 52.23196, Lng: -1.9976708)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Wychavon

Police Authority: West Mercia

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