Billingside Wood

Wood, Forest in Durham

England

Billingside Wood

Bradley Cottages, Pont Lane, Leadgate Credit: Ann Hodgson

Billingside Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Durham, England. Covering an area of approximately 20 acres, this enchanting forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and a popular destination for outdoor activities.

The wood is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, and beech, which create a dense canopy and provide a habitat for a diverse range of wildlife. Visitors can expect to encounter various bird species, such as woodpeckers and buzzards, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits.

The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the area and enjoy its natural beauty. These paths wind through the trees, providing glimpses of sunlight filtering through the leaves and offering a tranquil atmosphere for walkers and hikers alike.

In addition to its natural wonders, Billingside Wood also boasts a rich history. It is believed that the wood has been in existence for hundreds of years, and remnants of ancient boundaries and ditches can still be seen today. This historical significance adds an extra layer of intrigue to the woodland, enticing visitors to delve deeper into its past.

Billingside Wood is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities nearby. Whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat, a place to observe wildlife, or simply a scenic backdrop for a leisurely stroll, this charming woodland in Durham offers a delightful escape into nature.

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Billingside Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.87488/-1.7910685 or Grid Reference NZ1353. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bradley Cottages, Pont Lane, Leadgate

Ann Hodgson

Pontop Pike TV transmitter.

Ann Hodgson

The Brooms Church

Our Lady & St Joseph R C Church, The Brooms, Leadgate

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Front Street, Dipton

Dipton Front Street, looking North East.

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Low Brooms Farm

Main farm buildings at Hanging Stone on way to Disposal Site.

Colin Edgar

The Old Transformers

'The Miner' and 'The Ironmaster' are a pair of sculptures created from discarded transformers and other scrap metal salvaged from the old Consett Steel Works. It is situated on the Coast to Coast cycle route between Consett and Stanley. The statue stands 6 metres high and was created by artist David Kemp in 1990. The sculptures form a visual reminder of the area's industrial past, particularly the coal, iron and steel industries which shaped the area so dramatically. A nearby plaque reads 'The me who lived here dug the black stone. In giant huts they burned earth turning it into iron. They turned the sky red. A river of steel ran down to the sea and was transformed again into locos, ships and machines which transformed the world'. NZ1451 : The Old Transformers: The Ironmaster NZ1451 : The Old Transformers: The Miner

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The Old Transformers: The Ironmaster

A closer look at The Ironmaster one of two sculptures also detailed. NZ1451 : The Old Transformers: The Miner NZ1451 : The Old Transformers

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The Old Transformers: The Miner

A closer look at The Miner one of two sculptures also detailed. NZ1451 : The Old Transformers: The Ironmaster NZ1451 : The Old Transformers

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East Castle Railway Bridge

Old railway bridge now used as part of the Coast to Coast Cycle route.

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Jolly Drover's Roundabout, Leadgate

This roundabout on the A692 is traversed at this point by the Consett and Sunderland railway path on the C2C cycle route. In the middle ground, to the left, although not clear on this photograph, is "the Maze" a complex earthworks by Andy Goldsworthy, through which the cycle path wends its way. Link