Colliers Wood

Wood, Forest in Nottinghamshire Broxtowe

England

Colliers Wood

Playing fields No one is using the pitches at the moment.
Playing fields Credit: Malcolm Neal

Colliers Wood is a charming woodland area located in Nottinghamshire, England. Situated within the Sherwood Forest, this ancient woodland is a haven for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Spanning over 50 hectares, Colliers Wood is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular spot for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The wood is named after the colliers, or coal miners, who used to work in the area during the 19th century. Today, remnants of the coal mining industry can still be found, including disused mine shafts and spoil heaps. These historical features add an intriguing element to the wood, providing a glimpse into the region's industrial past.

Visitors to Colliers Wood can explore the extensive network of walking trails, which wind through the wood and provide breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The wood is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a picturesque backdrop throughout the seasons.

The wood is also home to a rich array of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species. The tranquil environment provides a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life, making it an ideal location for those seeking solace in nature.

Colliers Wood is easily accessible from nearby towns and cities, with ample parking facilities available for those arriving by car. Whether you are an avid nature lover, history enthusiast, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat, Colliers Wood is a must-visit destination in Nottinghamshire.

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Colliers Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.025857/-1.2825931 or Grid Reference SK4847. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Playing fields No one is using the pitches at the moment.
Playing fields
No one is using the pitches at the moment.
Mansfield Road Autumnal leaf fall on the edge of Mansfield Road.
Mansfield Road
Autumnal leaf fall on the edge of Mansfield Road.
Robin Hood Way leading northeast towards Greasley
Robin Hood Way leading northeast towards Greasley
St Mary's Church, Greasley
St Mary's Church, Greasley
D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum The Museum is located in the childhood home of the author D.H. Lawrence in the ex-mining town of Eastwood.
D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum
The Museum is located in the childhood home of the author D.H. Lawrence in the ex-mining town of Eastwood.
Princes Street, Eastwood One of a group of streets known locally as "the squares" this now pedestrianised street of terraced houses was built by the local colliery company in the 1850s.  DH Lawrence's home was nearby <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7043172">SK4647 : D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum</a> and he later described the houses as "sordid and hideous". They look very clean and smart today.
Princes Street, Eastwood
One of a group of streets known locally as "the squares" this now pedestrianised street of terraced houses was built by the local colliery company in the 1850s. DH Lawrence's home was nearby SK4647 : D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum and he later described the houses as "sordid and hideous". They look very clean and smart today.
Public footpath in Eastwood Running between Garden Road and Walker Street
Public footpath in Eastwood
Running between Garden Road and Walker Street
Ghost sign on Nottingham Road For Home Ales, a brand which disappeared in the 1990s but I believe used to supply the Greasley Castle opposite <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7045094">SK4746 : The Greasley Castle</a>
Ghost sign on Nottingham Road
For Home Ales, a brand which disappeared in the 1990s but I believe used to supply the Greasley Castle opposite SK4746 : The Greasley Castle
The Greasley Castle Public House at the Castle Street/Raglan Street junction.  I believe the pub used to sell Home Ales, for which beer there remains a ghost sign opposite on Nottingham Road <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7045090">SK4746 : Ghost sign on Nottingham Road</a>
The Greasley Castle
Public House at the Castle Street/Raglan Street junction. I believe the pub used to sell Home Ales, for which beer there remains a ghost sign opposite on Nottingham Road SK4746 : Ghost sign on Nottingham Road
Houses on Pinfold Road, Giltbrook
Houses on Pinfold Road, Giltbrook
Ghost sign  Pointing the way to 'Gilbrook Dyers and Cleaners' whose premises were to the left of the sign but have now moved to Ilkeston.
Ghost sign
Pointing the way to 'Gilbrook Dyers and Cleaners' whose premises were to the left of the sign but have now moved to Ilkeston.
Giltbrook Dyers and Cleaners Ghost sign on a gable end on Cromwell Street. The sign was pointing the way to their premises but the company has moved and is now located in Ilkeston. Local knowledge from a walking colleague assisted in deciphering the wording.
For context see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7045107">SK4845 : Ghost sign </a>.
Giltbrook Dyers and Cleaners
Ghost sign on a gable end on Cromwell Street. The sign was pointing the way to their premises but the company has moved and is now located in Ilkeston. Local knowledge from a walking colleague assisted in deciphering the wording. For context see SK4845 : Ghost sign .
Nottingham Road Looking along the Nottingham Road from the corner of Pinfold Road. The grass verbe is very wide at this point.
Nottingham Road
Looking along the Nottingham Road from the corner of Pinfold Road. The grass verbe is very wide at this point.
Beauvale Priory and Abbey Farm Pictured from the access road to the south of the location. The priory can be seen by visitors when the tea room nearby is open. It wasn't on this day and I was shunted off.
Beauvale Priory and Abbey Farm
Pictured from the access road to the south of the location. The priory can be seen by visitors when the tea room nearby is open. It wasn't on this day and I was shunted off.
Remains of Beauvale Priory This priory was built for Carthusian monks in 1343 - one of only a handful to be built in England for this order. They resisted Henry VIII's Oath of Supremacy and two members of the charterhouse later achieved martyrdom. A small portion of the remains are located outside this grid square in SK4950.
Remains of Beauvale Priory
This priory was built for Carthusian monks in 1343 - one of only a handful to be built in England for this order. They resisted Henry VIII's Oath of Supremacy and two members of the charterhouse later achieved martyrdom. A small portion of the remains are located outside this grid square in SK4950.
Farmland near Colliers Wood Pictured from a field entrance off New Road. Moorgreen Reservoir is located in the middle distance but out of sight here.
Farmland near Colliers Wood
Pictured from a field entrance off New Road. Moorgreen Reservoir is located in the middle distance but out of sight here.
Field of Wheat near Moorgreen Pictured from an un-gated entrance on New Road.
Field of Wheat near Moorgreen
Pictured from an un-gated entrance on New Road.
Roadworks on Greenhill Road Similar works were blighting Eastwood town centre as well on this day.
Roadworks on Greenhill Road
Similar works were blighting Eastwood town centre as well on this day.
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Colliers Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK4847 (Lat: 53.025857, Lng: -1.2825931)

Administrative County: Nottinghamshire

District: Broxtowe

Police Authority: Nottinghamshire

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Bus Stop
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 10:30
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Reuben's Coffee House
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The Country of My Heart
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Bench
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Welcome to Collier's Wood
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