Slade Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Slade Wood

Millennium Gate, Jenkyn Lane, Shepley See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.shepleyvillage.org/village-association-news-august-2014/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.shepleyvillage.org/village-association-news-august-2014/">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> for a better photograph. — Millennium Gate, Jenkyn Lane, Shepley Credit: Humphrey Bolton

Slade Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Nestled in the heart of the region, this enchanting forest is known for its captivating beauty and rich biodiversity. Spanning an area of approximately 100 acres, Slade Wood offers a tranquil and serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of towering oak, beech, and ash trees, creating a mesmerizing canopy that filters the sunlight and creates a dappled effect on the forest floor. The undergrowth is abundant with ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, contributing to the area's vibrant and diverse ecosystem.

Visitors to Slade Wood can explore a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing them to experience the beauty of nature up close. Along these trails, one can spot various species of birds, including woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits.

The woodland also boasts a small river that meanders through its heart, providing a peaceful soundtrack to the surrounding tranquility. This river attracts a variety of aquatic wildlife, such as fish and amphibians, further enhancing the area's ecological significance.

Slade Wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat amidst the natural beauty of Yorkshire. With its idyllic setting, diverse flora and fauna, and well-maintained trails, it offers a truly immersive experience in the heart of nature.

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Slade Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.601985/-1.7228487 or Grid Reference SE1811. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Millennium Gate, Jenkyn Lane, Shepley

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Humphrey Bolton

Part of the Millennium Gate, Jenkyn Lane, Shepley

This is a revisit to the first geograph for the square: SE1809 : Ornate Gateway on the Kirklees Way taken in June 2005. I litter bin has been provided and the foot gate now has a sign asking people to keep to the public footpath.

Humphrey Bolton

View towards Emley Mast from Huddersfield Road, Shelley

This is a revisit to the first geograph for the square: SE2011 : Radcliffe Wood, near Shelley taken in February 2006. Radcliffe Wood is on the left. A young tree has grown and the hawthorn hedge makes the viewpoint a bit uncomfortable. The slender mast to the right of Emley Moor mast is a temporary one. "A temporary 310m mast was erected to May 2018 to enable transmissions to continue whilst the existing mast’s antennas are being modified to prepare for the 700MHz clearance and interruption of the broadcasts are not allowed. It was never made clear how long the temporary mast would be up for, but mid to late 2021 would seem a good guess, being as they were advertising its sale (for collection...) from that date !" From Link

Humphrey Bolton

Abbey Road, Shelley

Chris Morgan

Turnshaw Road, Kirkburton

Humphrey Bolton

Cross Lane

Running down to the Huddersfield Road.

Christine Johnstone

Houses on Fairfield Rise

Seen across the fields from Cross Lane.

Christine Johnstone

Field sloping down to trees

North-west of Cross Lane, looking towards Kirkburton.

Christine Johnstone

Footpath sign on Cross Lane

The path runs along this side of the field boundary, towards Kirkburton.

Christine Johnstone

Footpath to Kirkburton

Taken from the path's junction with Cross Lane. Kirkburton church tower is just peeping through the distant trees.

Christine Johnstone

Field gate off Cross Lane

Carefully padlocked, perhaps to stop walkers going down the wrong side of the field boundary, as the public footpath goes through the adjoining field.

Christine Johnstone