Brookside Wood

Wood, Forest in Derbyshire South Derbyshire

England

Brookside Wood

Path and Field of Oilseed A footpath cuts an arrowlike swathe through a field of crops on a bright and breezy May Day afternoon. This year (2011) had seen an unusually dry spring and the earth was cracked and bone dry underfoot.
Path and Field of Oilseed Credit: Jonathan Clitheroe

Brookside Wood, located in Derbyshire, is a pristine forest that offers visitors a serene and enchanting experience. Stretching across an area of approximately 50 acres, this woodland is nestled in the heart of the picturesque Derbyshire Dales, surrounded by rolling hills and idyllic countryside.

The wood is primarily composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a rich and diverse ecosystem. The dense canopy provides ample shade, allowing for the growth of a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses on the forest floor. This lush undergrowth attracts a myriad of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

A picturesque brook meanders through the wood, adding to its charm and tranquility. The gentle babbling of the water and the sound of birds singing create a peaceful ambiance, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and contemplation.

Visitors can explore the woodland through a network of well-maintained footpaths, which wind their way through the trees, offering stunning views and hidden nooks to discover. The wood is also intersected by a small stream, providing the opportunity for visitors to dip their toes in the cool water on warm summer days.

Brookside Wood is a popular destination for hikers, families, and nature lovers alike, who come to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and tranquility of this enchanting forest. Its accessibility, combined with its breathtaking scenery, makes it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking solace in nature.

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Brookside Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.742852/-1.6457449 or Grid Reference SK2416. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path and Field of Oilseed A footpath cuts an arrowlike swathe through a field of crops on a bright and breezy May Day afternoon. This year (2011) had seen an unusually dry spring and the earth was cracked and bone dry underfoot.
Path and Field of Oilseed
A footpath cuts an arrowlike swathe through a field of crops on a bright and breezy May Day afternoon. This year (2011) had seen an unusually dry spring and the earth was cracked and bone dry underfoot.
Entrance to Fairfields Farm It doesn't look as if the cattle grid will keep many animals in.
Entrance to Fairfields Farm
It doesn't look as if the cattle grid will keep many animals in.
A Field of Jersey Cows, Corner Farm
A Field of Jersey Cows, Corner Farm
T Junction at the end of Rosliston Road Turn left to Rosliston Forestry Centre, right for Rosliston.
T Junction at the end of Rosliston Road
Turn left to Rosliston Forestry Centre, right for Rosliston.
The Bulls Head, Rosliston
The Bulls Head, Rosliston
Mock Tudor House, Catton Lane
Mock Tudor House, Catton Lane
Trees and Corn, Catton Lane On the right is a field of wheat, on the left it looks as if half of the field has been given over to the National Forest Tender Scheme, and a substantial amount of trees have been planted
Trees and Corn, Catton Lane
On the right is a field of wheat, on the left it looks as if half of the field has been given over to the National Forest Tender Scheme, and a substantial amount of trees have been planted
The House on the Crossroads This house is in an area called Lads Grave, but I can't find out why it is called that.
The House on the Crossroads
This house is in an area called Lads Grave, but I can't find out why it is called that.
Farm track between corn fields, Coton Road
Farm track between corn fields, Coton Road
Tracks in a Wheat field There are three heaps of soil or manure that have been tipped into this field of wheat, why not put it on the side of the field, and save the corn I don't know.
Tracks in a Wheat field
There are three heaps of soil or manure that have been tipped into this field of wheat, why not put it on the side of the field, and save the corn I don't know.
Footpath to Thompsons Wood Notice the little gate instead of a stile.
Footpath to Thompsons Wood
Notice the little gate instead of a stile.
Row of identical Cottages, Coton-In-The-Elms
Row of identical Cottages, Coton-In-The-Elms
Across a field of Barley to Coton-In-The-Elms
Across a field of Barley to Coton-In-The-Elms
A Paddock at the Crosses The Crosses is surrounded on three sides by young plantations of trees for the National Forest
A Paddock at the Crosses
The Crosses is surrounded on three sides by young plantations of trees for the National Forest
One Tree Hill Revisited Public footpath near Coton-in-the-Elms. The oak tree atop this small hill has now been joined by a veritable range of saplings courtesy of the burgeoning National Forest project.
One Tree Hill Revisited
Public footpath near Coton-in-the-Elms. The oak tree atop this small hill has now been joined by a veritable range of saplings courtesy of the burgeoning National Forest project.
Encroaching Shower over Coton Wood The sunlight over this grassy strip is about to be blotted out by a heavy shower moving in from the north.
Encroaching Shower over Coton Wood
The sunlight over this grassy strip is about to be blotted out by a heavy shower moving in from the north.
Farmland, The Crosses
Farmland, The Crosses
Track to The Crosses Farm
Track to The Crosses Farm
Show me another place!

Brookside Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK2416 (Lat: 52.742852, Lng: -1.6457449)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: South Derbyshire

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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