Chaddesden Wood

Wood, Forest in Derbyshire

England

Chaddesden Wood

Moor Road (Ryknild Street) - near Breadsall This dead straight section of Moor Road, on the way to Breadsall, is part of the Roman road known as Ryknild Street which ran from the Fosse Way at Bourton-on-the-Water in the Cotswolds to Templeborough near Rotherham. — Moor Road (Ryknild Street) - near Breadsall Credit: Nikki Mahadevan

Chaddesden Wood is a beautiful woodland located in Derbyshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 18.5 hectares, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and locals alike. The wood is situated within the Chaddesden Park area and is easily accessible for visitors.

The woodland is characterized by a diverse range of trees, including oak, ash, and birch, which provide a rich habitat for numerous species of birds, insects, and mammals. The forest floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers and ferns, creating a picturesque and tranquil setting.

Several well-maintained paths wind through the wood, offering visitors the opportunity to explore and enjoy its natural beauty. These pathways are suitable for walkers of all abilities and are often used by joggers and dog walkers.

Chaddesden Wood is not only a haven for wildlife but also a place of historical interest. The wood was once part of the Chaddesden Hall estate and remnants of the old hall can still be found within the woodland. These remnants, including a sunken garden and a walled garden, provide a glimpse into the area's past.

The wood is managed by the local council and conservation efforts are in place to protect its natural environment. Educational activities and events are regularly organized to promote understanding and appreciation of the woodland's flora and fauna.

Overall, Chaddesden Wood is a cherished natural space that offers a peaceful retreat for both locals and visitors, providing an opportunity to connect with nature and explore the rich history of the area.

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Chaddesden Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.947315/-1.431974 or Grid Reference SK3839. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moor Road (Ryknild Street) - near Breadsall

This dead straight section of Moor Road, on the way to Breadsall, is part of the Roman road known as Ryknild Street which ran from the Fosse Way at Bourton-on-the-Water in the Cotswolds to Templeborough near Rotherham.

Nikki Mahadevan

Breadsall Priory golf course

Looking across the golf course of Breadsall Priory Country Club SK3841 at the tip of a small lake on the course. Photo taken from Moor Road which is part of the Roman road "Ryknild Street".

Nikki Mahadevan

The pond in the grounds of Breadsall Priory Hotel

Ruth Sharville

Field entrance from Moor Road, near Breadsall

Ruth Sharville

Bull, cows and calves, Morley

The breed is British White,a naturally polled breed, white with black or red points, used mainly for beef. It has a confirmed history dating back to the 17th century, and may be derived from similar cattle kept in parks for many centuries before that.

Peter Barr

Looking north towards Morleymoor

On a path heading for Moor Road (Ryknild Street, a Roman road).

Peter Barr

Farmland and a view of Breadsall Lodge

Seen from Moor Road (Ryknild Street), which runs from Breadsall to Morleymoor.

Peter Barr

Moor Road near Breadsall

This road follows the course of the Roman Ryknild Street, hence its arrow-straight trajectory.

Jonathan Clitheroe

Path Crossing a Field of Wheat near Breadsall

Heading towards Morley on a warm and occasionally bright Saturday in early September.

Jonathan Clitheroe

A Rural Scene near Morley

Field of wheat viewed here from a footpath junction close to Broomfield Hall.

Jonathan Clitheroe

Sports facility Broomfield Hall

Alex McGregor

Rams Academy Training Ground

Rams academy training ground, the site of the old Moor Farm on Morley Road, Oakwood, Derby Link

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Cross Roads Farm

Cross Roads Farm, junction of Lime lane and Morley Road, the main farmhouse was built in 1972 Archive Link

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Charingworth Road, Oakwood Drive, Bishops Drive and Springwood Road Junction

This picture shows the remains on the endless cable tramway, which was the longest one in the world. The coal from the Footrill colliery at Stanley had to be taken to Derby by horse and cart, which was not an ideal situation. At the time the Great Northern Railway, refused to build a siding, so in 1894 a continuous cable conveyor was constructed across country to a landsale wharf on Hill Crest Road, Chaddesden. The plan was to terminate at Derby Canal on Nottingham Road, but the council refused permission to allow the trackway to cross Nottingham Road, This picture is on the junction of Bishops Drive, Springwood Road, Charingworth Road and Oakwood Drive, and clearly show the raised trackway, now protected with a cast iron rail. Coal was carried on trains clipped on to an anchor rope, running over rollers between the tram-rails. Archive Link

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Breadsall Old Hall

This Medieval Old Hall stands opposite the Church on Moor Road and was once a manor house for the Lord of Breadsall, when the Manor was divided into Overhall and Netherhall. It later became the residence of the Harpur family Link

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Da Vinci College (Henry Cavendish School)

Da Vinci College, which was previously Henry Cavendish School, and one of Derby's top Grammar Schools, just had a multi million re-fit and the entrance moved to face Oakwood, in an attempt to produce better examination results!

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Remains of Breadsall Railway Station

Breadsall once had its own railway station on the Great Northern Line from Ilkeston to Derby, the Station closed in 1953 and the line eventually closed in 1964. Link

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Prefabs Chaddesden

Prefabs in Chaddesden, just meant to last a few years after the Second World War still going strong some 60 years later! Archive Link

2015 edit: The houses are not traditional post WWII temporary prefabs; they are BISF (British Iron & Steel Federation) houses which were designed and built immediately after the war to be permanent structures. Many still survive around the country. Here is a Link

to the BISF Wikipedia article.

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Chaddesden Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK3839 (Lat: 52.947315, Lng: -1.431974)

Unitary Authority: Derby

Police Authority: Derbyshire