Storthes Hall Moor Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Storthes Hall Moor Wood

Lane near Thurstonland An old lane along the edge of a steep drop.
Lane near Thurstonland Credit: John Illingworth

Storthes Hall Moor Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Yorkshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is nestled within the Storthes Hall Park Estate, near the village of Kirkburton. The wood is renowned for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and a popular destination for leisurely walks and wildlife spotting.

The woodland primarily consists of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy overhead, allowing only speckles of sunlight to filter through. This creates a captivating and serene atmosphere, perfect for those seeking tranquility and a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Storthes Hall Moor Wood is home to an impressive array of wildlife, including numerous bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and nuthatches. The woodland also provides a habitat for small mammals like squirrels, badgers, and foxes, as well as a variety of insects and butterflies.

Visitors to the wood can enjoy a network of well-maintained footpaths that wind their way through the trees, offering breathtaking views and opportunities for exploration. There are also several benches strategically placed throughout the woodland, providing a peaceful spot to rest and take in the natural beauty.

In addition to its natural charm, Storthes Hall Moor Wood has historical significance, with evidence of ancient settlements and archaeological finds dating back to the Iron Age. This adds an extra layer of intrigue and discovery for those interested in the area's past.

Overall, Storthes Hall Moor Wood is a captivating and enchanting woodland that offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers, providing a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the beauty of Yorkshire's natural landscape.

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Storthes Hall Moor Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.607551/-1.7399056 or Grid Reference SE1712. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lane near Thurstonland An old lane along the edge of a steep drop.
Lane near Thurstonland
An old lane along the edge of a steep drop.
Height Green A farmhouse between Thurstonland and Farnley Tyas.
Height Green
A farmhouse between Thurstonland and Farnley Tyas.
St Lucius, Farnley Tyas The church was completed in 1840.
St Lucius, Farnley Tyas
The church was completed in 1840.
Cliffe Lane A walled lane out of Farnley Tyas.
Cliffe Lane
A walled lane out of Farnley Tyas.
Entrance to Storthes Hall Park
Entrance to Storthes Hall Park
Access road to Lower Common Farm
Access road to Lower Common Farm
Stocksmoor Station Exit and Clothiers Arms Slip road leading out of this small railway station which is situated on the picturesque Penistone Line. In the background is the Clothiers Arms Public House.
Stocksmoor Station Exit and Clothiers Arms
Slip road leading out of this small railway station which is situated on the picturesque Penistone Line. In the background is the Clothiers Arms Public House.
Penistone Line near Stocksmoor Station
Penistone Line near Stocksmoor Station
Thurstonland Primary School
Thurstonland Primary School
Footpath on Ludhill Lane
Footpath on Ludhill Lane
Clough Wood Clough Wood near Stocksmoor.  Taken looking west from public footpath on a wet July day 2011.
Clough Wood
Clough Wood near Stocksmoor. Taken looking west from public footpath on a wet July day 2011.
Lumb Dike near Almondbury Lumb Dike from footbridge, North-East of Molly Carr Wood.
Lumb Dike near Almondbury
Lumb Dike from footbridge, North-East of Molly Carr Wood.
A629 Penistone Road
A629 Penistone Road
Molly Carr Wood Footpath on the western edge of Molly Carr Wood.
Molly Carr Wood
Footpath on the western edge of Molly Carr Wood.
Molly Carr Wood Public footpath through Molly Carr Wood.  It is late spring and the bluebells are gone, but this is still a beautiful local wood.
Molly Carr Wood
Public footpath through Molly Carr Wood. It is late spring and the bluebells are gone, but this is still a beautiful local wood.
Cinderhill (block C), Storthes Hall Park Huddersfield University's student accommodation on Storthes Hall Lane, Kirkburton
Cinderhill (block C), Storthes Hall Park
Huddersfield University's student accommodation on Storthes Hall Lane, Kirkburton
Shepley Dike, Thunder Bridge Looking along Shepley Dike towards Thunder Bridge.
Shepley Dike, Thunder Bridge
Looking along Shepley Dike towards Thunder Bridge.
Farnley Moor footpath Looking south from the edge of Farnley Moor.  Thurstonland is in the distance.
Farnley Moor footpath
Looking south from the edge of Farnley Moor. Thurstonland is in the distance.
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Storthes Hall Moor Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE1712 (Lat: 53.607551, Lng: -1.7399056)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Kirklees

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.607551,-1.7399056
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