Windses Wood

Wood, Forest in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Windses Wood

Millstone in a Oak Tree, Padley Gorge I didn't know they grew them!! :)
Millstone in a Oak Tree, Padley Gorge Credit: Brian Deegan

Windses Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Derbyshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, the wood is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The woodland consists primarily of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which provide a dense canopy that filters the sunlight and creates a tranquil atmosphere within the wood. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, adding bursts of color throughout the seasons.

Windses Wood is also home to a variety of wildlife. Visitors may be lucky enough to spot deer, foxes, and squirrels roaming freely, while birds such as woodpeckers and owls can be heard among the treetops. The wood's diverse ecosystem provides a habitat for many species, contributing to its ecological significance.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Windses Wood offers a network of well-maintained trails, providing opportunities for leisurely walks and more challenging hikes. The paths wind through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its different sections and discover its hidden gems, including a small pond and a meandering stream.

The wood is accessible throughout the year, with each season offering its own unique charm. In spring, the forest bursts into life with vibrant foliage and the fragrant scent of blossoming flowers. Summer brings lush greenery and dappled sunlight, while autumn paints the wood in a palette of rich reds, oranges, and yellows. In winter, the bare trees create a hauntingly beautiful landscape, with frost-covered branches and a peaceful silence that envelops the wood.

Overall, Windses Wood is a natural haven that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, providing visitors with the chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.

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Windses Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.30389/-1.6269715 or Grid Reference SK2478. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Millstone in a Oak Tree, Padley Gorge I didn't know they grew them!! :)
Millstone in a Oak Tree, Padley Gorge
I didn't know they grew them!! :)
The Root of the Steps, Padley Gorge Lovely root and cracking steps in Padley Gorge.
The Root of the Steps, Padley Gorge
Lovely root and cracking steps in Padley Gorge.
View from Longshaw Lodge
View from Longshaw Lodge
Pond on the Longshaw Estate
Pond on the Longshaw Estate
Granby Wood on the Longshaw Estate
Granby Wood on the Longshaw Estate
Burbage Brook in Padley Gorge Lots of water in the brook after a spell of wet weather.
Burbage Brook in Padley Gorge
Lots of water in the brook after a spell of wet weather.
View from Longshaw Lodge
View from Longshaw Lodge
Male Mandarin Duck (Aix galericulata), Longshaw Lodge
Male Mandarin Duck (Aix galericulata), Longshaw Lodge
Granby Wood, Longshaw Estate
Granby Wood, Longshaw Estate
Longshaw Lodge
Longshaw Lodge
Burbage Brook in Padley Gorge In National Trust's Longshaw Estate
Burbage Brook in Padley Gorge
In National Trust's Longshaw Estate
Autumn colour on the Longshaw Estate The path runs from the visitor centre to the lake and has a ha-ha to the left.
Autumn colour on the Longshaw Estate
The path runs from the visitor centre to the lake and has a ha-ha to the left.
A carpet of leaves in Granby Wood On National Trust's Longshaw Estate
A carpet of leaves in Granby Wood
On National Trust's Longshaw Estate
Twisted trees and Autumn leaves A typical late-Autumn scene in Padley Gorge on National Trust's Longshaw Estate
Twisted trees and Autumn leaves
A typical late-Autumn scene in Padley Gorge on National Trust's Longshaw Estate
Autumn colour in Granby Wood A late-Autumn scene with most of the leaves now fallen
Autumn colour in Granby Wood
A late-Autumn scene with most of the leaves now fallen
Ruins of mineral works A small leat made of stone slabs diverts stream water into an alcove at the back of the stone-built chamber. My guess is that the water operated a tilt hammer for crushing ores. Nearby I saw a spring which has deposited a lot of iron oxide on the rocks and coloured them orange.
Ruins of mineral works
A small leat made of stone slabs diverts stream water into an alcove at the back of the stone-built chamber. My guess is that the water operated a tilt hammer for crushing ores. Nearby I saw a spring which has deposited a lot of iron oxide on the rocks and coloured them orange.
Ruins of mineral works showing a leat This leat diverts stream water to a small chamber and then flows on through or possibly past a couple of other man-made stone structures. Nearby the colour of rust on some rocks immersed in flowing spring water suggests the presence of iron in the ground.
Ruins of mineral works showing a leat
This leat diverts stream water to a small chamber and then flows on through or possibly past a couple of other man-made stone structures. Nearby the colour of rust on some rocks immersed in flowing spring water suggests the presence of iron in the ground.
Ruins of mineral works The leat brings water to an alcove at the back of a stone-built structure, now in ruins. Was this water meant to turn a small overshot mill wheel or to operate a tilt hammer?
Ruins of mineral works
The leat brings water to an alcove at the back of a stone-built structure, now in ruins. Was this water meant to turn a small overshot mill wheel or to operate a tilt hammer?
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Windses Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK2478 (Lat: 53.30389, Lng: -1.6269715)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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Grindleford (Maynard Arms)
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Shelter
Note: A shallow cave
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Parcel Locker
Amazon Locker
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