Butsfieldburn Wood

Wood, Forest in Durham

England

Butsfieldburn Wood

Signpost at meeting of country roads Sign for roads leading to Rowley, Delves, Broadmeadows, Butsfield, Lanchester
Signpost at meeting of country roads Credit: Vivienne Smith

Butsfieldburn Wood is a picturesque woodland located in County Durham, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this ancient forest is home to a diverse array of plant and animal species. The wood is primarily made up of oak, ash, and birch trees, which provide a lush canopy overhead.

Visitors to Butsfieldburn Wood can enjoy a peaceful stroll along the well-maintained footpaths that wind through the trees. The woodland is a popular spot for nature lovers, birdwatchers, and photographers, as it offers opportunities to spot wildlife such as deer, squirrels, and a variety of bird species.

In addition to its natural beauty, Butsfieldburn Wood also has historical significance. The wood has been in existence for centuries and has played a role in the local community's history. It is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its ecological importance.

Overall, Butsfieldburn Wood is a tranquil and enchanting destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.

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Butsfieldburn Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.798393/-1.8288864 or Grid Reference NZ1144. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Signpost at meeting of country roads Sign for roads leading to Rowley, Delves, Broadmeadows, Butsfield, Lanchester
Signpost at meeting of country roads
Sign for roads leading to Rowley, Delves, Broadmeadows, Butsfield, Lanchester
Byerley House
Byerley House
West Butsfield
West Butsfield
West Butsfield
West Butsfield
Valley at the head of the Rippon Burn Next to Broadmeadows.
Valley at the head of the Rippon Burn
Next to Broadmeadows.
Valley at the head of the Rippon Burn Next to Broadmeadows.
Valley at the head of the Rippon Burn
Next to Broadmeadows.
Trailers by the roadside West Butsfield <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NZ1044">NZ1044</a> in the distance.
Trailers by the roadside
West Butsfield NZ1044 in the distance.
Muddy gateway Miller's Hill Lane, Rowley.
Muddy gateway
Miller's Hill Lane, Rowley.
Satley A remote village in western County Durham. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.durham-pa.gov.uk/durhamcc/K2P.nsf/K2PDetail?readform&PRN=D6873" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.durham-pa.gov.uk/durhamcc/K2P.nsf/K2PDetail?readform&PRN=D6873">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>
Satley
A remote village in western County Durham. LinkExternal link
Satley Modern housing is concentrated at the top end of the village.
Satley
Modern housing is concentrated at the top end of the village.
House near Satley Presumably a converted chapel. In the valley of the Steeley Burn, just below Satley.
House near Satley
Presumably a converted chapel. In the valley of the Steeley Burn, just below Satley.
Browney valley Looking north across the valley to Sunny Brow Cottage on the hillside and East Butsfield on the skyline <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NZ1145">NZ1145</a>.
Browney valley
Looking north across the valley to Sunny Brow Cottage on the hillside and East Butsfield on the skyline NZ1145.
Beech trees in winter In the floor of the Browney valley.
Beech trees in winter
In the floor of the Browney valley.
The River Browney Sunny Brow Cottage <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NZ1145">NZ1145</a> can be seen through the trees.
The River Browney
Sunny Brow Cottage NZ1145 can be seen through the trees.
The River Browney The tree-lined watercourse of the upper River Browney, near East Butsfield, looking downstream.
The River Browney
The tree-lined watercourse of the upper River Browney, near East Butsfield, looking downstream.
Sunny Brow Cottage Aptly named. On a steep south-facing bank overlooking the infant River Browney.
Sunny Brow Cottage
Aptly named. On a steep south-facing bank overlooking the infant River Browney.
East Butsfield
East Butsfield
Barn at Red Houses Farm On Knitsley Lane.
Barn at Red Houses Farm
On Knitsley Lane.
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Butsfieldburn Wood is located at Grid Ref: NZ1144 (Lat: 54.798393, Lng: -1.8288864)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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Located within 500m of 54.798393,-1.8288864
East Butsfield
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 54.8019888/-1.8247041
Butsfield Burn
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.7965636/-1.8280394
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.7970537/-1.8297078
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.7975647/-1.8314619
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.7982257/-1.835095
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.7980665/-1.8331826
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