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Upper Nut Hurst

Wood, Forest in Warwickshire

England

Upper Nut Hurst

Thornhill Road Streetly at Sutton Park, Streetly Gate
Thornhill Road Streetly at Sutton Park, Streetly Gate Credit: Roy Hughes

Upper Nut Hurst is a small woodland area located in Warwickshire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, it covers an area of approximately 20 acres and is known for its dense forest and picturesque surroundings.

The woodland is characterized by a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a vibrant and diverse ecosystem. The thick canopy of foliage provides shelter for numerous bird species, making it a popular location for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Tranquil walking trails wind their way through Upper Nut Hurst, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the area. The paths are well-maintained, making it accessible for all levels of fitness. Along the trails, one can discover a multitude of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, ferns, and various species of fungi.

Upper Nut Hurst is also home to a range of wildlife, such as deer, rabbits, and squirrels, which can be spotted throughout the woodland. It is not uncommon to hear the rustling of leaves and the chirping of birds as you wander through the peaceful forest.

Due to its secluded location, Upper Nut Hurst offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is a popular destination for nature lovers, walkers, and those seeking solace in the beauty of the outdoors.

Overall, Upper Nut Hurst in Warwickshire is a charming woodland area, offering a serene and enchanting escape for visitors of all ages.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.573937/-1.8492435 or Grid Reference SP1097. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Thornhill Road Streetly at Sutton Park, Streetly Gate
Thornhill Road Streetly at Sutton Park, Streetly Gate
Darnel Hurst, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield A Hurst is an area of older, historic woodland characterised by mature oak, pine and birch with an often continuous dense understorey of holly <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20089/parks/405/sutton_park/5" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20089/parks/405/sutton_park/5">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The mild and sunny afternoon of New Year's Day brought hundreds of people into Sutton Park. Rain in the morning left puddles; many paths became muddy.
Darnel Hurst, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield
A Hurst is an area of older, historic woodland characterised by mature oak, pine and birch with an often continuous dense understorey of holly LinkExternal link The mild and sunny afternoon of New Year's Day brought hundreds of people into Sutton Park. Rain in the morning left puddles; many paths became muddy.
Little Bracebridge Pool, Sutton Park On a sunny New Year's Day 2022, some areas of Sutton Park were really crowded, but everywhere was wet or muddy.
Little Bracebridge Pool, Sutton Park
On a sunny New Year's Day 2022, some areas of Sutton Park were really crowded, but everywhere was wet or muddy.
New Year's Day, Sutton Park A sunny New Year's Day after wet weather brought the crowds to a muddy Sutton Park. This is Bracebridge Pool in the northern part of the park.
New Year's Day, Sutton Park
A sunny New Year's Day after wet weather brought the crowds to a muddy Sutton Park. This is Bracebridge Pool in the northern part of the park.
Two of the forty bridges, Sutton Park Along the slopes north of Bracebridge Pool numerous seasonal streams are crossed by boardwalks – forty of them, some say. The scene is typical of parts of the Park: scattered forest trees – oak, Scots Pine – sheltering a broken understorey of holly that in places forms woodland <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4630605">SP1095 : Holly Hurst, Sutton Park</a>.
Two of the forty bridges, Sutton Park
Along the slopes north of Bracebridge Pool numerous seasonal streams are crossed by boardwalks – forty of them, some say. The scene is typical of parts of the Park: scattered forest trees – oak, Scots Pine – sheltering a broken understorey of holly that in places forms woodland SP1095 : Holly Hurst, Sutton Park.
Longmoor Pool A quiet corner of Sutton Park, apart from the noise of the waterfowl.
Longmoor Pool
A quiet corner of Sutton Park, apart from the noise of the waterfowl.
Lively gulls on Longmoor Pool I think these are black-headed gulls though they don't have much black on them.
Lively gulls on Longmoor Pool
I think these are black-headed gulls though they don't have much black on them.
Autumn scrub in Sutton Park Herons with young are visible straight ahead though I had my wrong camera to pick them out properly. The water is Longmoor Pool.
Autumn scrub in Sutton Park
Herons with young are visible straight ahead though I had my wrong camera to pick them out properly. The water is Longmoor Pool.
Rowton's Well A natural spring in Sutton Park which was thought to have curative powers. The stone wall around it was built in the early 19th Century.
Rowton's Well
A natural spring in Sutton Park which was thought to have curative powers. The stone wall around it was built in the early 19th Century.
Concrete structure in Sutton Park So far, I do not know what this was. The park is a national nature reserve.
Concrete structure in Sutton Park
So far, I do not know what this was. The park is a national nature reserve.
Sutton Park A National Nature Reserve, showing some autumn colour.
Sutton Park
A National Nature Reserve, showing some autumn colour.
Footpath in Sutton Park There is a network of paths which are not marked on the OS map. The park is a National Nature Reserve.
Footpath in Sutton Park
There is a network of paths which are not marked on the OS map. The park is a National Nature Reserve.
Prickly scrub in Sutton Park The park is a National Nature Reserve.
Prickly scrub in Sutton Park
The park is a National Nature Reserve.
Sutton Park In the south west corner of the park which is a National Nature Reserve. This is looking towards Longmoor Pool but the pool cannot be seen from here.
Sutton Park
In the south west corner of the park which is a National Nature Reserve. This is looking towards Longmoor Pool but the pool cannot be seen from here.
Potholed car park, Sutton Park A sunny New Year's Day after rain brought people out for a walk in the vastness of the park.
Potholed car park, Sutton Park
A sunny New Year's Day after rain brought people out for a walk in the vastness of the park.
Play Area, Sutton Park, Town Gate Rebuilt (not half as good as previous incarnation) play area near to Town Gate.
Play Area, Sutton Park, Town Gate
Rebuilt (not half as good as previous incarnation) play area near to Town Gate.
Wooden Statue and War Commemoration Plaque At intersection of roads near Town Gate, Sutton Park <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1569317">SP1196 : Plaque commemorating use by Troops 1914 -1920</a>
Wooden Statue and War Commemoration Plaque
At intersection of roads near Town Gate, Sutton Park SP1196 : Plaque commemorating use by Troops 1914 -1920
Scrum for food, Wyndley Pool Ducks and swans scramble for food regularly offered by visitors at Wyndley Pool on outskirts of Sutton Park. Parking alongside feeder road (emergencies only) to the park. Athletics club is off to the right.
Scrum for food, Wyndley Pool
Ducks and swans scramble for food regularly offered by visitors at Wyndley Pool on outskirts of Sutton Park. Parking alongside feeder road (emergencies only) to the park. Athletics club is off to the right.
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Upper Nut Hurst is located at Grid Ref: SP1097 (Lat: 52.573937, Lng: -1.8492435)

Unitary Authority: Birmingham

Police Authority: West Midlands

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