Pheasant Hill Wood

Wood, Forest in Berkshire

England

Pheasant Hill Wood

Bethel Chapel, Curridge: late December 2015
Bethel Chapel, Curridge: late December 2015 Credit: Basher Eyre

Pheasant Hill Wood, located in Berkshire, England, is a picturesque woodland area renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. Spanning approximately 50 acres, this charming forest is situated in the heart of the Berkshire countryside and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

The wood boasts a rich variety of trees, including oak, beech, and birch, providing a diverse and vibrant canopy that changes with the seasons. These trees, along with the lush undergrowth and wildflowers, create a peaceful and serene atmosphere for visitors to enjoy.

Pheasant Hill Wood is home to a plethora of wildlife, making it a haven for birdwatchers and animal lovers. The wood is particularly known for its resident population of pheasants, which can often be spotted roaming freely among the trees. Other bird species, such as woodpeckers and owls, also inhabit the area, adding to the woodland's avian charm.

The forest offers several well-marked walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. These trails wind through the wood, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and opportunities to spot local flora and fauna.

Pheasant Hill Wood is managed by local authorities who strive to maintain its natural beauty and protect its habitat. To ensure the woodland remains a tranquil and undisturbed environment, visitors are encouraged to follow the designated paths, respect the wildlife, and take any litter with them when they leave.

Overall, Pheasant Hill Wood is a delightful destination for those seeking solace in nature. Its enchanting beauty, diverse wildlife, and well-maintained trails make it an ideal place to immerse oneself in the tranquility of the Berkshire countryside.

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Pheasant Hill Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.451294/-1.2620142 or Grid Reference SU5172. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bethel Chapel, Curridge: late December 2015
Bethel Chapel, Curridge: late December 2015
Basketball Court On a strip of land along Crabtree Lane between Denison Barracks and a housing estate.
Basketball Court
On a strip of land along Crabtree Lane between Denison Barracks and a housing estate.
Costcutter Store, Hermitage Last Geographed in 2011 as a Spar market, the local shop here is now a Costcutter.
Costcutter Store, Hermitage
Last Geographed in 2011 as a Spar market, the local shop here is now a Costcutter.
Faircross, Hermitage Part of a housing estate adjacent to Denison Barracks.
Faircross, Hermitage
Part of a housing estate adjacent to Denison Barracks.
Archie's Farm, Hermitage
Archie's Farm, Hermitage
Sandy Lane, Hermitage A private road and public byway between Curridge Road and Long Lane.
Sandy Lane, Hermitage
A private road and public byway between Curridge Road and Long Lane.
Plantation Close, Curridge A cul-de-sac off Curridge Road in Curridge.
Plantation Close, Curridge
A cul-de-sac off Curridge Road in Curridge.
Spar shop The shop also serves as a NAAFI (Navy, Army, Air Force Institutes) for the adjacent School of Military Survey. The NAAFI is the official trading organisation of H.M. Forces.
Spar shop
The shop also serves as a NAAFI (Navy, Army, Air Force Institutes) for the adjacent School of Military Survey. The NAAFI is the official trading organisation of H.M. Forces.
Curridge Road bends at Sandy Lane junction
Curridge Road bends at Sandy Lane junction
The Lamb Inn Another country pub trying to curry favour.
The Lamb Inn
Another country pub trying to curry favour.
Bridleway to West Wood
Bridleway to West Wood
Footpath near Cold Ash Common Between playing fields and the gardens of large houses in a woodland setting.
Footpath near Cold Ash Common
Between playing fields and the gardens of large houses in a woodland setting.
Red Shute Industrial Estate
Red Shute Industrial Estate
Rutted Bridleway The  road along Bucklebury Alley runs out of tarmac a short way back, but continues as a track, linking with a whole lot of other similar muddy lanes.
Rutted Bridleway
The road along Bucklebury Alley runs out of tarmac a short way back, but continues as a track, linking with a whole lot of other similar muddy lanes.
Nearly the end of the road This is about as far as you would want to take the car along here unless you were visiting the handful of houses tucked away in the woods a bit further along.
Nearly the end of the road
This is about as far as you would want to take the car along here unless you were visiting the handful of houses tucked away in the woods a bit further along.
St Bartholomew, Oare: late December 2015
St Bartholomew, Oare: late December 2015
The White Horse, Hermitage: late December 2015
The White Horse, Hermitage: late December 2015
Field opposite St Mary's Church
Field opposite St Mary's Church
Show me another place!

Pheasant Hill Wood is located at Grid Ref: SU5172 (Lat: 51.451294, Lng: -1.2620142)

Unitary Authority: West Berkshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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