Craghead Wood

Wood, Forest in Durham

England

Craghead Wood

Old Lintz Green Station Bridge Credit: Clive Nicholson

Craghead Wood, located in Durham, is a picturesque forest that covers an area of approximately 30 hectares. It is a significant natural heritage site that offers visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The wood is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees, including oak, birch, and ash, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem.

The woodland is known for its rich biodiversity, housing a variety of flora and fauna. It provides a habitat for numerous bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. The forest floor is carpeted with wildflowers during the spring and summer months, creating a colorful and vibrant display.

There are several walking trails within Craghead Wood that allow visitors to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of the area. These paths wind through the forest, offering stunning views of the trees and the occasional glimpse of small mammals, like squirrels and rabbits, darting between the undergrowth.

Craghead Wood is also a valuable recreational space for the local community. It provides opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, picnicking, and nature photography. The forest is well-maintained, with clear paths, picnic areas, and benches strategically placed throughout the wood.

Overall, Craghead Wood is a hidden gem in Durham, offering visitors a chance to reconnect with nature and enjoy the tranquility of a woodland environment. Its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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Craghead Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.909888/-1.7794858 or Grid Reference NZ1457. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Lintz Green Station Bridge

Clive Nicholson

Derwentcote Steel Works

Dating from about 1720, this building used to be at the centre of the British steel making industry. Now in peaceful farmland, the curiosity is why iron and steel making would have been attracted here in the first place.

Uncredited

Victoria Garesfield in 1966

Victoria Garesfield - Albert Street, with Alexandra Street and Chopwell Wood behind.

Pat Pierpoint

Trees in Chopwell Wood

Near Carr House

Vivienne Smith

Chopwell and Garesfield Railway (Disused)

Pangula

Beehive Coke Ovens

The scheduled remains of the last beehive coke ovens to work in the Durham coalfield. 1861-1958. They ceased to work before I was born!

Chris Allen

Wood Anemones next to the River Derwent

One of the many nice surprises of Chopwell Woods, seen running alongside the River Derwent.

Regina Blachford

The Old Railway Line

This is one of the first sights that I had when I visited Chopwell Woods with my dog. The path is very black from the old coal deposits. If you followed this path you would pass the old railway truck, go under a very old bridge then eventually come to the golf course and then on to High Spen.

Regina Blachford

Derwentcote Steel Furnace

Once at the centre of the British Steel Industry, 18th Century Derwentcote is the earliest and most complete authentic steel making furnace to have survived. It dates from about 1720 and was one of a number of steel manufacturing works along the banks of the River Derwent. This area, along with neighbouring Tyneside, produced nearly half of Britain’s steel output in the 18th Century.

P Glenwright

Derwent walk & cycleway, near Hamsterley Mill

View of the cycleway just west of the viaduct. This excellent footpath and cycleway follows the former trackbed of the Derwent Valley Railway. More information at: Link