Blundestone Wood

Wood, Forest in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Blundestone Wood

Upper Holloway Farm Walking along the footpath that runs down towards the farm.
Upper Holloway Farm Credit: steven ruffles

Blundestone Wood is a picturesque forest located in Derbyshire, England. Spanning over a vast area, it is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for various wildlife species. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape.

Blundestone Wood is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

The forest offers a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. These paths wind through the trees, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Along the way, there are several designated picnic areas where visitors can rest and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

Blundestone Wood is also rich in history, with remnants of ancient settlements and archaeological sites scattered throughout the forest. These historical features add an intriguing element to the woodland, enticing history buffs to delve into the area's past.

Overall, Blundestone Wood in Derbyshire is a captivating and diverse forest, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature, discover its rich wildlife, and explore its historical significance.

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Blundestone Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.088611/-1.5227788 or Grid Reference SK3254. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Upper Holloway Farm Walking along the footpath that runs down towards the farm.
Upper Holloway Farm
Walking along the footpath that runs down towards the farm.
Cottages in Holloway Narrow street in the village.
Cottages in Holloway
Narrow street in the village.
Intake Lane Close to Birchwood Farm campsite.
Intake Lane
Close to Birchwood Farm campsite.
Old barn alongside the Midshires Way Intake Lane.
Old barn alongside the Midshires Way
Intake Lane.
Bauston Tor In the trees above the Incline.
Bauston Tor
In the trees above the Incline.
Path from Holloway to Long Lane Signs warn that this is a cliffside path but it does not seem particularly precarious.
Path from Holloway to Long Lane
Signs warn that this is a cliffside path but it does not seem particularly precarious.
View over the northern end of Holloway A view from a path leading up to Long Lane. The Derwent valley is in the background.
View over the northern end of Holloway
A view from a path leading up to Long Lane. The Derwent valley is in the background.
The Hollow, Holloway Older cottages in Holloway.
The Hollow, Holloway
Older cottages in Holloway.
Path to Holloway The path passes through the grounds of Lea Hurst but is fully fenced off from the rest of the estate.
Path to Holloway
The path passes through the grounds of Lea Hurst but is fully fenced off from the rest of the estate.
Path in Lea Wood The path traverses the hill before descending to the Cromford Canal.
Path in Lea Wood
The path traverses the hill before descending to the Cromford Canal.
Lea Wood A view looking down the hill towards Lea Brook at the bottom, though it cannot be seen from here.
Lea Wood
A view looking down the hill towards Lea Brook at the bottom, though it cannot be seen from here.
Signpost in Lea Wood There are 5 directions here though I only found 3 paths.
Signpost in Lea Wood
There are 5 directions here though I only found 3 paths.
A bit of open space above Lea Wood Much of the sides of the Derwent valley is thickly wooded, but this is a clearing above the wood.
A bit of open space above Lea Wood
Much of the sides of the Derwent valley is thickly wooded, but this is a clearing above the wood.
Birch Wood The wood is on the east bank of the River Derwent south of Hollywood
Birch Wood
The wood is on the east bank of the River Derwent south of Hollywood
Path above Aqueduct Cottage The path descends out of Lea Wood to the Cromford Canal. Aqueduct Cottage is being renovated by Derbyshire Wildlife Trust and their work includes the path out of the wood.
Path above Aqueduct Cottage
The path descends out of Lea Wood to the Cromford Canal. Aqueduct Cottage is being renovated by Derbyshire Wildlife Trust and their work includes the path out of the wood.
Tiddlers in the Cromford Canal The water didn't look especially clear, but it was clear enough to see these.
Tiddlers in the Cromford Canal
The water didn't look especially clear, but it was clear enough to see these.
The Cromford Canal No longer used for navigation, and the foliage is encroaching.
The Cromford Canal
No longer used for navigation, and the foliage is encroaching.
Sewage works in the Derwent valley The valley is full of the trappings of human activity, road, rail, canal and sewage treatment. Bow Wood rises behind on the other side of the river.
Sewage works in the Derwent valley
The valley is full of the trappings of human activity, road, rail, canal and sewage treatment. Bow Wood rises behind on the other side of the river.
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Blundestone Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK3254 (Lat: 53.088611, Lng: -1.5227788)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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