Eaves Top Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Eaves Top Wood

Bus stop, retaining wall and pylon, Sowood near Huddersfield
Bus stop, retaining wall and pylon, Sowood near Huddersfield Credit: Steve Fareham

Eaves Top Wood, located in Yorkshire, England, is a picturesque and enchanting woodland that offers visitors a tranquil and serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Covering an area of approximately 20 hectares, this ancient forest is renowned for its diverse range of trees, wildlife, and stunning natural beauty.

The woodland is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense and lush canopy overhead. The forest floor is adorned with an array of vibrant wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the wood.

Eaves Top Wood is home to a rich and diverse wildlife population. Visitors may be lucky enough to spot various species of birds, such as woodpeckers, owls, and warblers, flitting amongst the branches. Squirrels scamper through the trees, and if you're patient and observant, you might catch a glimpse of a shy deer or fox.

The wood is intersected by several footpaths and trails, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore its captivating beauty. As you wander along the winding paths, you'll come across babbling brooks and small ponds, adding to the peaceful ambiance of the woodland.

Eaves Top Wood is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers, who are drawn to its serene and untouched beauty. Whether you're looking for a leisurely stroll, a spot of birdwatching, or simply a place to reconnect with nature, Eaves Top Wood offers a truly magical experience for all who visit.

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Eaves Top Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.67731/-1.8840783 or Grid Reference SE0720. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bus stop, retaining wall and pylon, Sowood near Huddersfield
Bus stop, retaining wall and pylon, Sowood near Huddersfield
No footpath through Sonoco plant
No footpath through Sonoco plant
Hillside towards Stainland Dean
Hillside towards Stainland Dean
Drury Lane footpath, Stainland
Drury Lane footpath, Stainland
Footpath towards Stainland
Footpath towards Stainland
Footpath towards Stainland
Footpath towards Stainland
Footpath towards Shavey Clough
Footpath towards Shavey Clough
Shaw Park Gateway This mock castle style gateway forms one of the entrances to Shaw Park
Shaw Park Gateway
This mock castle style gateway forms one of the entrances to Shaw Park
Shaw Park Aviary Built originally as an Aviary around 1870, now disused.
Shaw Park Aviary
Built originally as an Aviary around 1870, now disused.
Shaw Park Folly The first of 3 follies linked by a wall in Shaw Park
Shaw Park Folly
The first of 3 follies linked by a wall in Shaw Park
Shaw Park Folly The second of 3 follies linked by a wall in Shaw Park
Shaw Park Folly
The second of 3 follies linked by a wall in Shaw Park
Shaw Park Folly The third of 3 follies linked by a wall in Shaw Park. The round tower housed a dovecote.
Shaw Park Folly
The third of 3 follies linked by a wall in Shaw Park. The round tower housed a dovecote.
Shaw Park Arches This small folly is formed with 3 arches in a curved wall
Shaw Park Arches
This small folly is formed with 3 arches in a curved wall
Water trough, Carr Hall Lane, Stainland This is the inlet end of a long trough, and the walls around it, formed of large stone flags, are presumably to keep animals away from the part used by people collecting water for domestic consumption in the days before piped water supplies.
Water trough, Carr Hall Lane, Stainland
This is the inlet end of a long trough, and the walls around it, formed of large stone flags, are presumably to keep animals away from the part used by people collecting water for domestic consumption in the days before piped water supplies.
Water trough, Carr Hall Lane, Stainland A long trough with a compartment at the inlet end, presumably to keep animals away from the part used by people collecting water for domestic consumption.
Water trough, Carr Hall Lane, Stainland
A long trough with a compartment at the inlet end, presumably to keep animals away from the part used by people collecting water for domestic consumption.
Bridleway rotary gate, Carr Hall Lane, Stainland A large version of the traditional 'kissing' gate, presumably intended to prevent motorcycles from passing through as a normal bridle gate would be sufficient to stop cars.
Bridleway rotary gate, Carr Hall Lane, Stainland
A large version of the traditional 'kissing' gate, presumably intended to prevent motorcycles from passing through as a normal bridle gate would be sufficient to stop cars.
Bridleway rotary gate, Carr Hall Lane, Stainland A large version of the traditional 'kissing' gate, presumably intended to prevent motorcycles from passing through as a normal bridle gate would be sufficient to stop cars.
Bridleway rotary gate, Carr Hall Lane, Stainland
A large version of the traditional 'kissing' gate, presumably intended to prevent motorcycles from passing through as a normal bridle gate would be sufficient to stop cars.
Footpath gate off Carr Hall Lane, Old Lindley Similar in style to the bridleway gate in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2912976">SE0819 : Bridleway rotary gate, Carr Hall Lane, Stainland</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2912984">SE0819 : Bridleway rotary gate, Carr Hall Lane, Stainland</a> (at SE085190).
Footpath gate off Carr Hall Lane, Old Lindley
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Eaves Top Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE0720 (Lat: 53.67731, Lng: -1.8840783)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Calderdale

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.67731,-1.8840783
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The Rocks
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