Bath Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Bath Wood

Wilsis and Highland Cow A Highland Cow shading beside Wilsis by Jaume Plesna at Yorkshire Sculpture Park — Wilsis and Highland Cow Credit: Richard Croft

Bath Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 250 acres, it is a well-preserved example of a deciduous forest. The wood is situated near the town of Harrogate and is easily accessible by road.

The woodland is home to a rich variety of trees, including oak, beech, birch, and ash. These majestic trees create a dense canopy, allowing only dappled sunlight to filter through to the forest floor. The undergrowth is abundant with ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, providing a haven for a diverse range of flora and fauna.

Bath Wood is renowned for its tranquil beauty and is a popular destination for nature lovers and hikers. The forest offers a network of well-maintained footpaths, enabling visitors to explore its enchanting trails. Along these paths, one can encounter an array of wildlife, such as deer, rabbits, and a variety of bird species.

The wood also boasts a small stream that meanders through its heart, adding to the charm and serenity of the surroundings. This stream provides a source of water for the animals and creates a peaceful ambiance as its gentle babbling can be heard throughout the forest.

Bath Wood is not only a natural treasure but also holds historical significance. It has been mentioned in historical documents dating back centuries, making it a place of cultural heritage. The wood is a testament to the enduring beauty and ecological importance of forests in Yorkshire and serves as a reminder of the region's rich natural history.

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Bath Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.605276/-1.58101 or Grid Reference SE2712. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wilsis and Highland Cow

A Highland Cow shading beside Wilsis by Jaume Plesna at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Richard Croft

Solitaire

Solitario (Solitaire) by Joana Vasconcelos at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Richard Croft

Buddha

Buddha by Niki de Saint Phalle at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Richard Croft

Arbour view

Vertical view in the arbour dome at Bretton Hall / Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Richard Croft

Cascade Bridge & weir

Grade II listed bridge and weir c1780 in Bretton parkland

Richard Croft

Two Large Forms

Sculpture by Henry Moore with a sheep taking some shade on a very hot day in Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Richard Croft

Deer Shelter

Former Deer Shelter in Bretton Parkland

Richard Croft

Deer Shelter

Outer area at the Deer Shelter in Bretton Parkland

Richard Croft

Deer Shelter Skyspace

Vertical view inside the Deer Shelter, artwork by James Turrell

Richard Croft

Circle of Animals / Zodiac Heads

One of 12 bronze heads by Internationally acclaimed artist and activist Ai Weiwei representing the traditional Chinese Zodiac

Richard Croft

Wall Dale Cubed

Dramatic sculpture by Sean Scully at Yorkshire Sculpture Park, created for Inside Outside exhibition in 2018.

Richard Croft

Iron Tree

Dramatic sculpture by Ai Weiwei in the grounds of St.Bartholomew's Chapel at Yorkshire Sculpture Park.

Richard Croft

St.Bartholomew's Chapel

Grade II* listed Chapel and Iron Tree Link at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Richard Croft

Footbridge over Bank Wood Beck

This bridge is elusive, ut I found it at the second attempt. From the south it is reached by a broad track from through the little triangular patch of woodland. From the north it cannot be reached by the route shown on the map as the woodland floor is covered by brambles. It is reached by a waymarked path down the side of the arable field a little way to the east and then at the bottom turns right through a thicket of Himalayan Balsam to a narrow path through the brambles along the bottom of the wood.

Humphrey Bolton

Grassy track between fields, Emley

This is waymarked as a footpath, which is sensible but not what the map shows. There should also be a waymark pointing left to the track that leads to the footbridge SE2613 : Footbridge over Bank Wood Beck.

Humphrey Bolton

Track to a footbridge over Bank Wood Beck, Emley

This is viewed from the track between fields shown in SE2613 : Grassy track between fields, Emley. I was quite surprised at its width.

Humphrey Bolton

Waymark on the footpath to the footbridge over Bank House Wood, Midgley

The route of the footpath on the map is no longer correct. The path goes down the edge of this arable field and turns right at the bottom.

Humphrey Bolton

Footbridge in Bretton Country Park

The bridge crosses the River Dearne in the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Reflected in the river is the Damien Hirst sculpture 'The Virgin Mother' SE2912 : 'The Virgin Mother'

Graham Hogg

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Bath Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE2712 (Lat: 53.605276, Lng: -1.58101)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Barnsley

Police Authority: South Yorkshire