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Holywell Wood

Wood, Forest in Warwickshire Warwick

England

Holywell Wood

Bridge 44A Stratford Upon Avon Canal Bridge 44A is at Yarningale Common next to lock 34. At this lock there is an old lock keepers cottage with a barrel vaulted roof that has been incorporated into a modern house. The cottage is called Bucket Lock Cottage.
Bridge 44A Stratford Upon Avon Canal Credit: Nigel Mykura

Holywell Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Warwickshire, England. Spanning an area of approximately 50 acres, this enchanting forest is a hidden gem for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The wood is situated near the village of Holywell, just a short distance from the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon.

Holywell Wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, and beech, creating a rich and diverse habitat for a variety of flora and fauna. The woodland is known for its tranquil atmosphere and is a popular destination for leisurely walks, birdwatching, and photography.

Visitors to Holywell Wood can expect to encounter a range of wildlife, from resident squirrels and rabbits to an array of bird species. The wood is especially renowned for its bird population, with sightings of woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds being common.

A network of well-maintained footpaths winds through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their leisure. The paths provide access to several charming features within the woodland, including a small stream and a pond, adding to the overall picturesque scenery.

Holywell Wood is a place of tranquility and natural beauty, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether one is seeking a leisurely stroll, a peaceful picnic spot, or the chance to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature, Holywell Wood is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered in the heart of Warwickshire.

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Bridge 44A Stratford Upon Avon Canal Bridge 44A is at Yarningale Common next to lock 34. At this lock there is an old lock keepers cottage with a barrel vaulted roof that has been incorporated into a modern house. The cottage is called Bucket Lock Cottage.
Bridge 44A Stratford Upon Avon Canal
Bridge 44A is at Yarningale Common next to lock 34. At this lock there is an old lock keepers cottage with a barrel vaulted roof that has been incorporated into a modern house. The cottage is called Bucket Lock Cottage.
Lock 35 Stratford upon Avon Canal Lock 35 is adjacent to Yarningale Farm and a footpath crosses the can by the small bridge at the far end of the lock.
Lock 35 Stratford upon Avon Canal
Lock 35 is adjacent to Yarningale Farm and a footpath crosses the can by the small bridge at the far end of the lock.
Bridge 45 Stratford upon Aven Canal Bridge 45 carries a footpath over the canal and is adjacent to lock 35. The bridge is split so that the canal tow rope can pass through the bridge.
Bridge 45 Stratford upon Aven Canal
Bridge 45 carries a footpath over the canal and is adjacent to lock 35. The bridge is split so that the canal tow rope can pass through the bridge.
Piece of Brunel's Wide Gauge Iron Rail on The Stratford Upon Avon Canal This "U" shaped iron channel which appears to have been used to hold a sign or something similar was at one time a rail that was used on Brunel's wide gauge GWR. When the gauge was reduced from 7ft to 4ft 8 1/2 inches large numbers of the rails were reused for other purposes. This may have come from the nearby line at Claverdon which was a mixed gauge line that opened as part of the Stratford Upon Avon Railway on 10 October 1860. When the wide gauge railways were dismantled, the iron rails were often used elsewhere. A large number of the rails were used in the construction of Clevedon pier.
Piece of Brunel's Wide Gauge Iron Rail on The Stratford Upon Avon Canal
This "U" shaped iron channel which appears to have been used to hold a sign or something similar was at one time a rail that was used on Brunel's wide gauge GWR. When the gauge was reduced from 7ft to 4ft 8 1/2 inches large numbers of the rails were reused for other purposes. This may have come from the nearby line at Claverdon which was a mixed gauge line that opened as part of the Stratford Upon Avon Railway on 10 October 1860. When the wide gauge railways were dismantled, the iron rails were often used elsewhere. A large number of the rails were used in the construction of Clevedon pier.
Lock Keeper's Cottage, Lock 31, Stratford Upon Avon Canal. This is a relatively unaltered barrel roofed lock keeprs cottage located next to the bridge in Lowsonford where the road to Shrewley crosses the canal.
Lock Keeper's Cottage, Lock 31, Stratford Upon Avon Canal.
This is a relatively unaltered barrel roofed lock keeprs cottage located next to the bridge in Lowsonford where the road to Shrewley crosses the canal.
Lock Keeper's Cottage Lock 31 Stratford Upon Avon Canal Barrel roofed cottage located adjacent to the canal lock. Photo taken from the bridge where Narrow Lane crosses the canal.
Lock Keeper's Cottage Lock 31 Stratford Upon Avon Canal
Barrel roofed cottage located adjacent to the canal lock. Photo taken from the bridge where Narrow Lane crosses the canal.
Stratford Upon Avon Canal This is in the middle of the long stretch between lock 33 and lock 32 of the canal.
Stratford Upon Avon Canal
This is in the middle of the long stretch between lock 33 and lock 32 of the canal.
Lock 33 Stratford Upon Avon Canal Traditional timber lock gate but the area around the lock gate has been repaved with red brick.
Lock 33 Stratford Upon Avon Canal
Traditional timber lock gate but the area around the lock gate has been repaved with red brick.
Split Bridge Lock 33 Stratford Upon Avon Canal The split bridge is where the towpath crossed from one side of the canal to the other and the split allowed the tow-rope to pass through the bridge. Over the years the sliding ropes wore deep grooves in the vertical members of the bridge. One or two of the grooves have cut nearly all the way through the vertical member and an iron plate has been bolted on the side of the member to prevent further wear and to reinforce it.
Split Bridge Lock 33 Stratford Upon Avon Canal
The split bridge is where the towpath crossed from one side of the canal to the other and the split allowed the tow-rope to pass through the bridge. Over the years the sliding ropes wore deep grooves in the vertical members of the bridge. One or two of the grooves have cut nearly all the way through the vertical member and an iron plate has been bolted on the side of the member to prevent further wear and to reinforce it.
Lock 33 Stratford Upon Avon Canal This shows the cross-over bridge with the open slot for horse tow ropes that is just next to the lock chamber.
Lock 33 Stratford Upon Avon Canal
This shows the cross-over bridge with the open slot for horse tow ropes that is just next to the lock chamber.
Road Junction in Holywell Holywell is a small village well off the beaten track just north of Claverdon.
Road Junction in Holywell
Holywell is a small village well off the beaten track just north of Claverdon.
Lowsonford Bridge
Lowsonford Bridge
Old House, Yarningale Lane
Old House, Yarningale Lane
Yarningale lock and aqueduct Yarningale Lock on the Stratford-upon-Avon canal. This lock is unusual in that immediately above the lock the canal crosses a small aqueduct, constructed as an iron trough in the same style as its much longer cousin <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3786">SP1660 : Edstone Aqueduct</a> further down the canal at Bearley.
Yarningale lock and aqueduct
Yarningale Lock on the Stratford-upon-Avon canal. This lock is unusual in that immediately above the lock the canal crosses a small aqueduct, constructed as an iron trough in the same style as its much longer cousin SP1660 : Edstone Aqueduct further down the canal at Bearley.
Lowsonford The Stratford-upon-Avon canal passing the gardens of the Fleur de lys public house in Lowsonford
Lowsonford
The Stratford-upon-Avon canal passing the gardens of the Fleur de lys public house in Lowsonford
Holywell A typical Warwickshire timber framed building seen across the village green.
Holywell
A typical Warwickshire timber framed building seen across the village green.
Lye Green Looking across the golf course in front of the Ardencote Hotel with the water tower at Lye Green in the trees
Lye Green
Looking across the golf course in front of the Ardencote Hotel with the water tower at Lye Green in the trees
Fleur de Lys, Lowsonford This canalside pub is now a popular dining out venue. It was also the original home of the famed Fleur de Lys pies before their popularity and success resulted in their manufacture being moved to Emscote Mill in Warwick (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1210164">SP2965 : Site of Emscote Mill</a> ).
Fleur de Lys, Lowsonford
This canalside pub is now a popular dining out venue. It was also the original home of the famed Fleur de Lys pies before their popularity and success resulted in their manufacture being moved to Emscote Mill in Warwick (see SP2965 : Site of Emscote Mill ).
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Holywell Wood is located at Grid Ref: SP2067 (Lat: 52.301085, Lng: -1.7079078)

Administrative County: Warwickshire

District: Warwick

Police Authority: Warwickshire

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