High Close Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

High Close Wood

Village sign, Marrick The sign is surrounded with daffodils. — Village sign, Marrick Credit: Maigheach-gheal

High Close Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Yorkshire, England. It is situated in the southern part of the county, near the town of Harrogate. The wood covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is known for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna.

The wood is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a lush and vibrant canopy during the summer months. In addition to the trees, the woodland floor is covered in a carpet of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, which add a burst of color to the surroundings.

High Close Wood is also home to a variety of wildlife. Visitors may spot deer, badgers, and foxes roaming freely within the wood. The area is also a haven for birdwatchers, with several species of birds, including woodpeckers and owls, making their home here.

The wood is open to the public and offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area at their leisure. These trails wind through the trees, providing stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

High Close Wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, walkers, and photographers alike. Its tranquil and serene atmosphere, combined with its natural beauty, makes it a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether visitors are looking for a peaceful stroll or a chance to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature, High Close Wood offers an idyllic setting for all.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.36501/-1.8867409 or Grid Reference SE0796. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Village sign, Marrick

The sign is surrounded with daffodils.

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Moss covered wall, Marrick

Moss is a small green plant, rarely more than a few inches high, which grows anywhere not overshadowed by taller vegetation or perpetually dry. There are more than 600 species in the British Isles, growing on rocks and walls, in woodlands and on tree trunks and branches. They are important pioneers of rock surfaces, holding moisture in their leaves and building up humus in which the seeds of flowering plants can germinate. There are two alternating generations in the life cycle of moss. The plant itself carries male and female organs. After fertilisation, these produce a capsule. Stalk and capsule together form an asexual, spore-bearing generation. The spores produced are capable of germinating into a new plant. Mosses also reproduce vegetatively, by small pieces breaking off and growing into a new plant. As they are rootless and tend to get their nutrients from water running over or through them they are nearly always short.

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Lungwort, Marrick

The plant is to be found growing against the wall in SE0798 : Moss covered wall, Marrick Lungwort in some regions was called "Herb of Mary", and was said to be used as proof for revealing if a person was a witch. In the past, many wild flowers and herbs were associated with the Virgin Mary and St. Bridget, and all of them were worn or used as a protection against witches and evil spirits. Lungwort has a variety of folk names, amongst them are Soldiers and Sailors, Lung Moss (not to be confused with actual lungmoss), Spotted Dog, Joseph and Mary, and Bethlehem Sage. It is also called Mary's Tears because the white spots on the leaves resemble tear stains, and the changing colour of the flowers from pink to blue represent blue eyes becoming reddened from weeping.

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