Black Wood

Wood, Forest in Durham

England

Black Wood

Grazing land at Maiden Law
Grazing land at Maiden Law Credit: Ann Hodgson

Black Wood is a dense forest located in Durham, a county in the northeast of England. It spans approximately 50 acres and is known for its rich biodiversity and natural beauty. The wood is situated on a gently sloping hillside, with a mixture of deciduous and evergreen trees creating a diverse and vibrant landscape.

The forest is primarily made up of oak, beech, and birch trees, which provide a thick canopy, resulting in a dark and mysterious atmosphere. This, combined with the moss-covered rocks and fallen logs, adds to the enchanting ambiance of the wood. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of leaves and vegetation, creating a lush and fertile environment for a variety of plant species to thrive.

Black Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, badgers, foxes, and numerous bird species. The forest provides a peaceful and undisturbed habitat for these creatures, making it an excellent location for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The wood is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, offering numerous walking trails that wind through the forest. These paths allow visitors to explore the beauty of the wood while taking in the sights and sounds of nature.

Overall, Black Wood in Durham is a picturesque and diverse forest that offers a serene and natural escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its rich biodiversity and tranquil atmosphere make it a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of nature.

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Black Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.830792/-1.7355822 or Grid Reference NZ1748. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grazing land at Maiden Law
Grazing land at Maiden Law
Lanchester Village Green
Lanchester Village Green
Lizards Fish Ponds
Lizards Fish Ponds
Alderdene Burn Looking south east from the unclassified road just about Branch Villas
Alderdene Burn
Looking south east from the unclassified road just about Branch Villas
Former Railway Building, Lizards Now used as a garden shed
Former Railway Building, Lizards
Now used as a garden shed
Burnhope Radio Mast Two maintenance engineers are in a small cradle which is being winched diagonally upwards.
Burnhope Radio Mast
Two maintenance engineers are in a small cradle which is being winched diagonally upwards.
Lanchester Cemetery
Lanchester Cemetery
Lanchester View south from the Lanchester Cycleway.
Lanchester
View south from the Lanchester Cycleway.
Coal Chauldrons and pit wheel sculpture at Burnhope
Coal Chauldrons and pit wheel sculpture at Burnhope
Chapmans Well Nature Reserve
Chapmans Well Nature Reserve
Burnhope Pond Plantation
Burnhope Pond Plantation
Gateway leading to Chapmans Well Nature Reserve
Gateway leading to Chapmans Well Nature Reserve
Burnhope Pond
Burnhope Pond
Mature spruce trees, Burnhope Pond Plantation
Mature spruce trees, Burnhope Pond Plantation
Public footpath leading to Tower Road
Public footpath leading to Tower Road
Bee Court Lanchester At the bottom of the hill leading from Annfield Plain
Bee Court Lanchester
At the bottom of the hill leading from Annfield Plain
Track towards Greencroft Park
Track towards Greencroft Park
St Bede's School Lanchester
St Bede's School Lanchester
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Black Wood is located at Grid Ref: NZ1748 (Lat: 54.830792, Lng: -1.7355822)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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Located within 500m of 54.830792,-1.7355822
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 54.8344757/-1.7310972
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 54.8303305/-1.7281092
Man Made: mast
Lat/Long: 54.8291414/-1.729998
Barrier: stile
Note: Also gate
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 54.830888/-1.7409039
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Lat/Long: 54.8289305/-1.7302206
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8285836/-1.7317535
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8282043/-1.7334285
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8278165/-1.7351706
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8281842/-1.7364474
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8286485/-1.738109
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8291367/-1.7398337
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8291491/-1.7409441
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8291506/-1.7420518
Ornsby Hill
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q7103673
Wikipedia: en:Ornsby Hill
Lat/Long: 54.8305705/-1.7429289
Spring Gardens
Place: locality
Source Name: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 54.8336772/-1.7381358
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