Saw Pit Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire East Staffordshire

England

Saw Pit Wood

Footpath from Stubwood Start of a footpath leading from Stubwood to Denstone College, a quarter of a mile away.
Footpath from Stubwood Credit: Linda Bailey

Saw Pit Wood, located in Staffordshire, England, is a picturesque forest that spans over a vast area of lush greenery. Covering approximately 500 acres, this enchanting woodland is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

The wood is primarily composed of a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. Towering oak, beech, and birch trees dominate the landscape, providing a dense canopy that filters the sunlight and creates a tranquil ambiance within the forest. In contrast, spruce and pine trees add a touch of evergreen color, enhancing the beauty of Saw Pit Wood throughout the year.

The forest is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained walking paths and trails, making it easily accessible for visitors of all ages and abilities. These trails offer opportunities for leisurely strolls, invigorating hikes, or even cycling adventures, allowing visitors to explore the wood at their own pace.

Saw Pit Wood is renowned for its rich biodiversity and serves as a habitat for numerous wildlife species. It is home to a wide range of mammals, including deer, foxes, and badgers, as well as a variety of bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. The forest also houses an array of smaller creatures like squirrels, rabbits, and hedgehogs.

For those seeking a peaceful retreat in nature, Saw Pit Wood provides a serene and idyllic setting. Whether it's the vibrant colors of autumn foliage or the fresh scent of pine in the air, this woodland offers a magical escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Saw Pit Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.941763/-1.8652316 or Grid Reference SK0938. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath from Stubwood Start of a footpath leading from Stubwood to Denstone College, a quarter of a mile away.
Footpath from Stubwood
Start of a footpath leading from Stubwood to Denstone College, a quarter of a mile away.
Fields at Stubwood One of the many horses in the fields around this area.
Fields at Stubwood
One of the many horses in the fields around this area.
Pale Platts Farm
Pale Platts Farm
Woottons The road from Rocester westwards towards Cheadle is here following a Roman alignment
Woottons
The road from Rocester westwards towards Cheadle is here following a Roman alignment
The end of Hook Lane The public road splits into three separate farm accesses to Pale Platts Farm, Larksrise Farm and Nothill Farm. Larksrise farm is now a Cattery.
The end of Hook Lane
The public road splits into three separate farm accesses to Pale Platts Farm, Larksrise Farm and Nothill Farm. Larksrise farm is now a Cattery.
Roman Road near Woottons The road from Rocester westwards towards Cheadle is here following a Roman alignment
Roman Road near Woottons
The road from Rocester westwards towards Cheadle is here following a Roman alignment
Crakemarsh The former main road from Uttoxeter to Ashbourne has been superseded by a modern bypass
Crakemarsh
The former main road from Uttoxeter to Ashbourne has been superseded by a modern bypass
Combridge Attractive farm buildings at Combridge Farm indicate an affluent past. The modern farm also shows signs of investment.
Combridge
Attractive farm buildings at Combridge Farm indicate an affluent past. The modern farm also shows signs of investment.
Ford near Combridge
Ford near Combridge
Pointhorne Like many farms in this area, the name does not include the word "farm".
Pointhorne
Like many farms in this area, the name does not include the word "farm".
Footpath to Stubwood The old tree looks like an Arthur Rackham fairy tale illustration, and will shortly be enveloped in new growth.
Footpath to Stubwood
The old tree looks like an Arthur Rackham fairy tale illustration, and will shortly be enveloped in new growth.
Diggers at sunset
Diggers at sunset
Hollington Road Standing by the track to Woottons Farm the old Roman Road has a slight bend in it.
Hollington Road
Standing by the track to Woottons Farm the old Roman Road has a slight bend in it.
Nabb Lane Looking along Nabb Lane in the direction of the village of Alton, now famous for Alton Towers.
Nabb Lane
Looking along Nabb Lane in the direction of the village of Alton, now famous for Alton Towers.
Churnet Way The B5030 Churnet Way is still alongside the landscaped JCB headquarters.
Churnet Way
The B5030 Churnet Way is still alongside the landscaped JCB headquarters.
A minor road to some farms This is a very minor road leading to several bridle tracks and some farms.
A minor road to some farms
This is a very minor road leading to several bridle tracks and some farms.
A sunlit B5030 Thankfully there are some narrow pull ins along the B5030 otherwise it would be a perilour place to stop to take pictures, as it is very busy with heavy lorries and other traffic.
A sunlit B5030
Thankfully there are some narrow pull ins along the B5030 otherwise it would be a perilour place to stop to take pictures, as it is very busy with heavy lorries and other traffic.
Fields off Hook Lane A bright but fairly cold Spring morning with the trees and hedges yet to come into leaf.
Fields off Hook Lane
A bright but fairly cold Spring morning with the trees and hedges yet to come into leaf.
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Saw Pit Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK0938 (Lat: 52.941763, Lng: -1.8652316)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: East Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.941763,-1.8652316
Ford: yes
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Lat/Long: 52.9422166/-1.867111
Tourism: caravan_site
Lat/Long: 52.9423472/-1.8717537
Passing Place
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Passing Place
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Passing Place
Lat/Long: 52.9414611/-1.8655422
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 52.9429591/-1.868411
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 52.9433632/-1.8691098
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 52.9441354/-1.8680725
Crossing
Lat/Long: 52.9454789/-1.8679492
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 52.9441437/-1.8661691
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.9449627/-1.8615013
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