Oak Wood

Wood, Forest in Nottinghamshire Gedling

England

Oak Wood

Newstead Abbey Back door to the Abbey, downpipe showing two different symbols .
Newstead Abbey Credit: GARY ROE

Oak Wood is a charming woodland located in the heart of Nottinghamshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 150 acres, this ancient forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and a popular destination for outdoor activities. The wood is predominantly composed of majestic oak trees, hence its name, which provide a captivating and tranquil environment for visitors to explore.

The woodland boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses carpeting the forest floor. It is also home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, making it a perfect spot for birdwatching.

Walking trails wind through the wood, offering visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the surroundings. These paths lead to hidden clearings and picturesque viewpoints, where one can marvel at the breathtaking scenery and enjoy a moment of serenity.

Oak Wood is also a popular spot for outdoor recreational activities. Adventurous souls can embark on a bike ride along the designated cycling trails, or challenge themselves with a hike through the forest. For those seeking a more relaxed experience, the wood provides ample space for picnics and leisurely strolls.

The wood is easily accessible, with well-maintained paths and ample parking facilities nearby. It is a cherished natural treasure in Nottinghamshire, attracting both locals and tourists alike, who seek solace in its peaceful ambiance and admire its natural splendor.

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Oak Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.083334/-1.2142315 or Grid Reference SK5254. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Newstead Abbey Back door to the Abbey, downpipe showing two different symbols .
Newstead Abbey
Back door to the Abbey, downpipe showing two different symbols .
Lake, The Fort and stable block, Newstead Abbey The Stable range (on the right) dates from 1862 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1264301" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1264301">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The Fort (on the left) dates from about 1770 but much modified a century later <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1265327" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1265327">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Lake, The Fort and stable block, Newstead Abbey
The Stable range (on the right) dates from 1862 LinkExternal link The Fort (on the left) dates from about 1770 but much modified a century later LinkExternal link
The Japanese Garden, Newstead Abbey Created for Ethel Webb in the early years of the twentieth century.
The Japanese Garden, Newstead Abbey
Created for Ethel Webb in the early years of the twentieth century.
Weir below the Garden Lake, Newstead Abbey
Weir below the Garden Lake, Newstead Abbey
The Stew Pond, Newstead Abbey
The Stew Pond, Newstead Abbey
The Garden Lake, Newstead Abbey
The Garden Lake, Newstead Abbey
Former stables. Newstead Abbey Designed by M.E.Hadfield 1862-3 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Ellison_Hadfield" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Ellison_Hadfield">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Now housing <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1264301" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1264301">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Former stables. Newstead Abbey
Designed by M.E.Hadfield 1862-3 LinkExternal link Now housing LinkExternal link
The Eagle Pool and the east facade of Newstead Abbey The inside of the west front of the medieval abbey visible in the right <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1265325" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1265325">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The Eagle Pool and the east facade of Newstead Abbey
The inside of the west front of the medieval abbey visible in the right LinkExternal link
Satyr, Newstead Abbey Early eighteenth century <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1227526" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1227526">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Probably the work of Jan van Nost the Elder <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Nost" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Nost">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Satyr, Newstead Abbey
Early eighteenth century LinkExternal link Probably the work of Jan van Nost the Elder LinkExternal link
Monument to Boatswain Boatswain was Lord Byron's dog,
Monument to Boatswain
Boatswain was Lord Byron's dog,
The Spanish Garden, Newstead Abbey Originally created in the early eighteenth century.
The Gothic windows in the building beyond light the chapel which has been created from the chapter house of the original abbey (actually a priory).
The Spanish Garden, Newstead Abbey
Originally created in the early eighteenth century. The Gothic windows in the building beyond light the chapel which has been created from the chapter house of the original abbey (actually a priory).
Archway through the garden wall, Newstead Abbey
Archway through the garden wall, Newstead Abbey
The Garden House, Newstead Abbey
The Garden House, Newstead Abbey
Weir above the Japanese Garden, Newstead  Abbey This is the much modified River Leen.
Weir above the Japanese Garden, Newstead Abbey
This is the much modified River Leen.
Waterfall below the Upper Lake, Newstead Abbey The much modified River Leen.
Waterfall below the Upper Lake, Newstead Abbey
The much modified River Leen.
The dam of the Upper Lake, Newstead Abbey
The dam of the Upper Lake, Newstead Abbey
Newstead Abbey January 2022 the top lake at Newstead Abbey fed by the River Leen
Newstead Abbey
January 2022 the top lake at Newstead Abbey fed by the River Leen
Newstead Abbey in 2002 The west front
Newstead Abbey in 2002
The west front
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Oak Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK5254 (Lat: 53.083334, Lng: -1.2142315)

Administrative County: Nottinghamshire

District: Gedling

Police Authority: Nottinghamshire

What 3 Words

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