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Captain's Gorse

Wood, Forest in Leicestershire North West Leicestershire

England

Captain's Gorse

Water point, Weston Lock, Trent & Mersey canal Where you can fill a boat's water tank.
Water point, Weston Lock, Trent & Mersey canal Credit: Christine Johnstone

Captain's Gorse is a picturesque woodland located in Leicestershire, England. Situated near the village of Woodhouse Eaves, the forest covers an area of approximately 50 acres and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The woodland is characterized by its dense and diverse vegetation, with a variety of tree species including oak, beech, and birch. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape during the spring and summer months.

Captain's Gorse is renowned for its tranquil atmosphere and abundant wildlife. Visitors can often spot various bird species, such as woodpeckers and tawny owls, as well as small mammals like foxes, squirrels, and rabbits. The forest also provides a habitat for a range of insects, including butterflies and dragonflies.

The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, making it an ideal spot for leisurely strolls and family outings. These paths lead visitors through different sections of the forest, each offering its own unique charm and scenic views.

Additionally, Captain's Gorse is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its ecological importance. The forest contributes to the local biodiversity and acts as a valuable habitat for numerous plant and animal species.

Overall, Captain's Gorse is a captivating woodland that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty, diverse flora and fauna, and accessible trails make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers in Leicestershire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.840031/-1.3705913 or Grid Reference SK4227. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Water point, Weston Lock, Trent & Mersey canal Where you can fill a boat's water tank.
Water point, Weston Lock, Trent & Mersey canal
Where you can fill a boat's water tank.
Trees on a former field boundary On the north bank of the Trent & Mersey canal, just east of Weston-on-Trent.
Trees on a former field boundary
On the north bank of the Trent & Mersey canal, just east of Weston-on-Trent.
Willow on the bank of the Trent & Mersey canal Not yet a hazard to boaters.
Willow on the bank of the Trent & Mersey canal
Not yet a hazard to boaters.
Bridge 7B, Trent & Mersey canal A railway bridge, east of Weston-on-Trent.
Bridge 7B, Trent & Mersey canal
A railway bridge, east of Weston-on-Trent.
Cow Pasture Bridge [no 7], from the east Carrying a bridleway over the Trent & Mersey canal.
Cow Pasture Bridge [no 7], from the east
Carrying a bridleway over the Trent & Mersey canal.
Weston Grange On the canal bank, east of Weston-on-Trent. This may be the site of a medieval grange of Chester Abbey. The house is at the south corner of a farmyard, which it was separated from in 1980.
Weston Grange
On the canal bank, east of Weston-on-Trent. This may be the site of a medieval grange of Chester Abbey. The house is at the south corner of a farmyard, which it was separated from in 1980.
Birdcage Wood, from the south A small triangular wood on the boundary between Weston-on-Trent and Aston-on-Trent civil parishes.
Birdcage Wood, from the south
A small triangular wood on the boundary between Weston-on-Trent and Aston-on-Trent civil parishes.
Sheepfield, off Kings Mill Lane At the eastern edge of Weston-on-Trent.
Sheepfield, off Kings Mill Lane
At the eastern edge of Weston-on-Trent.
Willows along a drain, west of King's Mills Lane The flat and floodable floor of the Trent valley.
Willows along a drain, west of King's Mills Lane
The flat and floodable floor of the Trent valley.
Weston Lock The locks at the eastern end of the Trent & Mersey Canal are all broad, allowing widebeam vessels to travel up to Burton on Trent. Most of them are deep - in this case with a fall of 10ft 11in - making them slow to fill and empty with stiff paddles and heavy gates; they therefore tend to be unpopular with boaters. Here the lock is being emptied causing a lot of turbulence by the lock landing.
Weston Lock
The locks at the eastern end of the Trent & Mersey Canal are all broad, allowing widebeam vessels to travel up to Burton on Trent. Most of them are deep - in this case with a fall of 10ft 11in - making them slow to fill and empty with stiff paddles and heavy gates; they therefore tend to be unpopular with boaters. Here the lock is being emptied causing a lot of turbulence by the lock landing.
The Trent and Mersey Canal Looking towards Aston-on-Trent.
The Trent and Mersey Canal
Looking towards Aston-on-Trent.
The Trent and Mersey Canal Looking towards Aston-on-Trent.
The Trent and Mersey Canal
Looking towards Aston-on-Trent.
Bridge 7 on the Trent and Mersey Canal Near Weston Grange.
Bridge 7 on the Trent and Mersey Canal
Near Weston Grange.
Weston Grange From the Trent and Mersey Canal.
Weston Grange
From the Trent and Mersey Canal.
Railway at Weston-on-Trent The freight-only line from Stenson Junction to Sheet Stores Junction passes through the Trent valley and is seen here from King's Mills Lane. The chimney and cooling towers of Ratcliffe Power Station can be seen in the distance.
Railway at Weston-on-Trent
The freight-only line from Stenson Junction to Sheet Stores Junction passes through the Trent valley and is seen here from King's Mills Lane. The chimney and cooling towers of Ratcliffe Power Station can be seen in the distance.
A new primary school Some examples of reasonable planning. A new estate to the west of Castle Donington has an education facility built! The relief road surrounding the area has good, open drainage with flow reduction and balancing ponds.
A new primary school
Some examples of reasonable planning. A new estate to the west of Castle Donington has an education facility built! The relief road surrounding the area has good, open drainage with flow reduction and balancing ponds.
New road and houses The road linking the A453 and A50 to serve both the new housing to the west of Castle Donington and the distribution and industrial units around and on the former site of the power station has a quite decent shared path along its length.
New road and houses
The road linking the A453 and A50 to serve both the new housing to the west of Castle Donington and the distribution and industrial units around and on the former site of the power station has a quite decent shared path along its length.
On the Trent & Mersey Canal by Aston upon Trent
On the Trent & Mersey Canal by Aston upon Trent
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Captain's Gorse is located at Grid Ref: SK4227 (Lat: 52.840031, Lng: -1.3705913)

Administrative County: Leicestershire

District: North West Leicestershire

Police Authority: Leicestershire

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