Glasshouse Wood

Wood, Forest in Warwickshire Warwick

England

Glasshouse Wood

Glasshouse Wood is a beautiful woodland located in Warwickshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 hectares, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and walkers alike. The wood is part of the larger Sherwood Forest, which is known for its rich biodiversity and ancient trees.

One of the main attractions of Glasshouse Wood is its diverse range of flora and fauna. The woodland is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch. These tall, majestic trees provide a habitat for numerous bird species, such as woodpeckers, tits, and owls. Additionally, the forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, creating a vibrant and enchanting atmosphere.

The wood offers a network of well-maintained paths and trails, making it an ideal location for walking, jogging, or cycling. Visitors can explore the wood at their own pace and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Along the way, they may encounter various wildlife, including squirrels, deer, and foxes, adding an element of excitement and wonder to the experience.

Glasshouse Wood is also steeped in history. It is believed to have been used for glassmaking during the medieval period, hence its name. Today, remnants of the glassmaking industry can still be found within the wood, providing a glimpse into the area's past.

Overall, Glasshouse Wood offers a tranquil and scenic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a peaceful retreat in Warwickshire.

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Glasshouse Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.34271/-1.5454801 or Grid Reference SP3171. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kenilworth station

Roy Hughes

Roundabout at junction of A46 and A452, Kenilworth

A J Paxton

Roundabout at junction of A46 and A452, Kenilworth

We are looking to the north east, where the A46 Kenilworth Bypass cuts through Thickthorn Wood.

A J Paxton

Finham Brook between the Common and Woodville Meadow, Kenilworth

The footpath continues by the railway, left. The handsome viaduct carries the Coventry-Leamington line over the brook. Note the flood gauge, lower right.

Robin Stott

Gate to footpath by Knowle Hill, Kenilworth

Robin Stott

Ferndale Drive

A quiet residential cul-de-sac. The foliage on the right provides a screen against the busy A452 which is just the other side.

Bill Boaden

Top of Villiers Road, Kenilworth

At its junction with Park Hill.

Robin Stott

Top of Park Hill, Kenilworth

Robin Stott

Leamington-Coventry line north from Kenilworth

Since it opened as a branch line in 1844 it has evolved to become a busy north-south link in long-distance routes for passengers and freight. Much of it is still single track. The view is from the Common Lane bridge.

Robin Stott

Way in to Kenilworth School, Leyes Lane

As at many secondary school sites, buildings have proliferated. Here there is a sports centre. The school is home to an Air Training Corps and a county music centre. Photo number 7566679.

Robin Stott

Kenilworth extends

This looks like the land that was host to the Kenilworth Horse Fair SP2970 : Riding bareback in the paddock, Kenilworth Horse Fair. It is being developed for housing, branded 'Kenilworth Gate' by Charles Church. Photo number 7566687.

Robin Stott

A new railway station, and Oppenheimer's hat

The new Kenilworth railway station opened in April 2018. For over fifty years, this town of 20,000 people had had no station on the line that passed through it, the original having been closed in 1965. The new booking hall is modelled on its Victorian forerunner, but with much simpler detail. The forecourt bench in the shape of a pork pie hat or a flying saucer is a pleasing touch. See Wikipedia Link

, which cites the Warwickshire Railways site, which has good photos of the old station Link

A J Paxton

Just Tyres, Mill End

Just Tyres is situated on the corner of Mill End and Forge Road,

Paul Collins

Field of dreams, Whitemoor, Kenilworth

This mini football pitch occupies part of an area of woodland and grass, surrounded by Kenilworth suburbia. Older Ordnance Survey maps show Whitemoor Brickworks on this site.

A J Paxton

Tall chimneys on Windy Arbour

These two pairs of semi-detached houses form a striking contrast to the surrounding modern Kenilworth suburbia. I have not been able to find out anything about them. They have a Bournville, Arts & Crafts look to them, which would suggest a late 19th or early 20th century date, but they are not on the OS Six Inch map from that era. They look a bit too grand for estate cottages. Some of the chimneys lean alarmingly.

A J Paxton

Suburban footpath, Windy Arbour

The path runs eastwards to Dencer Drive (via Narnia - see SP3071 : Toto, I have a feeling we're not in Kenilworth anymore), following the route it took when it was a path through fields, as the OS Six Inch map series shows.

A J Paxton

A tin tabernacle in Kenilworth

The Anglican church of St Barnabas at the corner of Albion Street and Park Hill was built in 1886, fruit of a mission by St Nicholas, the Church of England parish church, to the industrial and market garden areas growing up on the eastern side of town, by the railway. The building originally had wicker seating. It is cosier these days, and was open as a 'warm room', offering warmth, a cuppa and conversation, though the late winter day had turned out mild, if grey. See the church site for further information Link

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Roadside seat, Webster Avenue, Kenilworth

This seat made from a millstone is an unexpected sight by a suburban road. The OS Six Inch map from the 1886-1915 series shows a big house here, Park Hill, and the seat and the mature cedars and pines presumably stood in its grounds.

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Glasshouse Wood is located at Grid Ref: SP3171 (Lat: 52.34271, Lng: -1.5454801)

Administrative County: Warwickshire

District: Warwick

Police Authority: Warwickshire