Booth Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire

England

Booth Wood

Gosling Moor
Gosling Moor Credit: Dave Pickersgill

Booth Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Nestled in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, it covers an area of approximately 100 acres, making it a sizeable and significant natural attraction in the region. The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, primarily consisting of oak, beech, and birch, which provide a rich and vibrant habitat for various flora and fauna.

Booth Wood is renowned for its scenic beauty, with its rolling hills, meandering streams, and carpet of bluebells in the spring. It is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers, who are drawn to its tranquil atmosphere and stunning vistas. The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its diverse terrain and discover hidden gems along the way.

One of the notable features of Booth Wood is its abundant wildlife. The woodland is home to a wide range of species, including deer, squirrels, badgers, and a variety of birdlife. It provides a vital sanctuary for these creatures, offering a safe haven amidst the surrounding farmland and moorland.

In addition to its natural beauty, Booth Wood also holds historical significance. It is believed to have been part of an ancient hunting ground in medieval times and has remnants of old stone walls and boundary markers that add to its charm and heritage.

Overall, Booth Wood is a captivating destination that offers a perfect blend of natural splendor, wildlife diversity, and historical intrigue. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a family picnic, or an exploration of the local flora and fauna, this woodland provides a captivating experience for visitors of all ages.

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Booth Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.479775/-1.5267057 or Grid Reference SK3198. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gosling Moor
Gosling Moor
Wortley Hall South Facade in 2001 Viewed on an open day
Wortley Hall South Facade in 2001
Viewed on an open day
Wortley RUFC Ground and Pavilions Looking northward.
Wortley RUFC Ground and Pavilions
Looking northward.
Old milestone At the southern end of Wortley there is a passage by No.3 just before the corner where the church is in Wortley. This leads down some steps and onto the path to Finkle Street.   When searched for in 2022 this stone was totally covered in ivy.  It is probably an original milestone from the Sheffield to Penistone road.  The legend is gradually eroding away.   One stone for the benchmark enthusiasts.

Milestone Society National ID: YS_SFPN08a
Old milestone
At the southern end of Wortley there is a passage by No.3 just before the corner where the church is in Wortley. This leads down some steps and onto the path to Finkle Street. When searched for in 2022 this stone was totally covered in ivy. It is probably an original milestone from the Sheffield to Penistone road. The legend is gradually eroding away. One stone for the benchmark enthusiasts. Milestone Society National ID: YS_SFPN08a
Old milestone This old milestone may have been at the cross-roads south of Wortley.  Four Lane Ends SK309991.   It is now high on the banking at the junction of Woodhead Road and Bank Lane.  It has easily read legends on all four faces.  Hudersfield 13 (front), Sheffield 7 (back), Rotheram 8 (left), Manchester 26 (right).   Note spellings.   It is thought to date from about 1738.  It is Grade II listed 1192578.

Milestone Society National ID: YS_XWORT
Old milestone
This old milestone may have been at the cross-roads south of Wortley. Four Lane Ends SK309991. It is now high on the banking at the junction of Woodhead Road and Bank Lane. It has easily read legends on all four faces. Hudersfield 13 (front), Sheffield 7 (back), Rotheram 8 (left), Manchester 26 (right). Note spellings. It is thought to date from about 1738. It is Grade II listed 1192578. Milestone Society National ID: YS_XWORT
Old milestone At the junction of Woodhead Road and Bank Lane this shows some of the banking with the milestone and wall several feet up from road level.
Old milestone
At the junction of Woodhead Road and Bank Lane this shows some of the banking with the milestone and wall several feet up from road level.
Stone cross This stone cross is opposite the old milestone at the Woodhead Road/Bank Lane junction.  It is inscribed CUNDY CROSS.  Just to the north on Woodhead Road are Cundy Houses.
Stone cross
This stone cross is opposite the old milestone at the Woodhead Road/Bank Lane junction. It is inscribed CUNDY CROSS. Just to the north on Woodhead Road are Cundy Houses.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark with Bolt This mark and bolt can be found on the wall of St Leonard's Church, Wortley.
The recorded details give a height of 228.1459 metres above sea level.
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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark with Bolt
This mark and bolt can be found on the wall of St Leonard's Church, Wortley. The recorded details give a height of 228.1459 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Tanks went here Tank bridges across the haha ditch which encircles Wortley Hall. The building was used by the army in WW2. Large vehicles crossed the ditch using this bridge.
Tanks went here
Tank bridges across the haha ditch which encircles Wortley Hall. The building was used by the army in WW2. Large vehicles crossed the ditch using this bridge.
Leaving Wortley The path from Wortley looking towards Deepcar.
Leaving Wortley
The path from Wortley looking towards Deepcar.
Old milestone This milestone is at the back of a narrow verge but road debris thrown up has chipped the paint.  It also gets very overgrown with vegetation including nettles so that has to be cleared occasionally.   It is Grade II listed 1192552.
Old milestone
This milestone is at the back of a narrow verge but road debris thrown up has chipped the paint. It also gets very overgrown with vegetation including nettles so that has to be cleared occasionally. It is Grade II listed 1192552.
Northern end of Wharncliffe Crags with view to Stocksbridge
Northern end of Wharncliffe Crags with view to Stocksbridge
Northern end of Wharncliffe Crags with view to Stocksbridge
Northern end of Wharncliffe Crags with view to Stocksbridge
Horses by the Stepping Stones Horses cooling off at the Wortley Leppings Stepping Stones across the River Don
Horses by the Stepping Stones
Horses cooling off at the Wortley Leppings Stepping Stones across the River Don
Finkle Street Lane and former railway bridge near to Cote Green Looking westward. The bridge is now used by the Trans Pennine - Upper Don Recreational Trail.
Finkle Street Lane and former railway bridge near to Cote Green
Looking westward. The bridge is now used by the Trans Pennine - Upper Don Recreational Trail.
Bridge over the Don
Bridge over the Don
Walkers on the Trans Pennine Trail Walkers on the Trans Pennine Trail, pass under the A628 near Deepcar, Sheffield.
Walkers on the Trans Pennine Trail
Walkers on the Trans Pennine Trail, pass under the A628 near Deepcar, Sheffield.
The Wortley Leppings The Wortley Leppings (stepping stones) as seen from the adjacent bridge. The base of the original ford can be seen under the shallow water.
The Wortley Leppings
The Wortley Leppings (stepping stones) as seen from the adjacent bridge. The base of the original ford can be seen under the shallow water.
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Booth Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK3198 (Lat: 53.479775, Lng: -1.5267057)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Barnsley

Police Authority: South Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.479775,-1.5267057
Bus Stop
Penistone Road/Wharncliffe House
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Penistone Road/Boothwood Lodge
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