Poet's Corner Wood

Wood, Forest in Nottinghamshire Gedling

England

Poet's Corner Wood

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

Poet's Corner Wood is a picturesque forest located in Nottinghamshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, this woodland is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. It is situated near the village of Wood, hence its name.

The forest is primarily composed of various species of broad-leaved trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees create a dense canopy that filters sunlight, casting an ethereal glow on the forest floor below. The woodland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including bluebells, primroses, and foxes.

Poet's Corner Wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers. It offers a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its hidden corners and discover its natural wonders. The sound of birdsong fills the air, providing a harmonious melody that adds to the enchanting ambiance of the wood.

The forest has also inspired many artists and writers over the years. Its serene surroundings and peaceful atmosphere have made it a favorite spot for poets seeking inspiration. It is believed that the name "Poet's Corner Wood" originated from the numerous poets who found solace and creative energy within its boundaries.

Visitors to Poet's Corner Wood can also find several picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the forest, providing the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the tranquility of nature. It is a place where one can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world.

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Poet's Corner Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.076921/-1.1975102 or Grid Reference SK5353. 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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Poet's Corner Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK5353 (Lat: 53.076921, Lng: -1.1975102)

Administrative County: Nottinghamshire

District: Gedling

Police Authority: Nottinghamshire

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.076921,-1.1975102
Waterway: waterfall
Lat/Long: 53.0756331/-1.1911663
Newstead Abbey
Created By: Potlatch 0.10f
Historic: ruins
Source: local_knowledge
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Boatswain's Grave
Historic: memorial
Source: local_knowledge
Wikidata: Q26263482
Lat/Long: 53.0785769/-1.1918967
Bus Stop
Newstead Abbey Lakeside
Bus: yes
Local Ref: NR
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Naptan Bearing: NE
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Naptan Indicator: nr
Naptan Landmark: Newstead Abbey Lakeside
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Naptan Street: Swinecotte Dale
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
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Lat/Long: 53.0800426/-1.1939917
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 11:00
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Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
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Bench
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Cafe
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Fountain
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Fountain
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Fountain
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Bench
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Bench
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Information: photo
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Information: photo
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Tourism: information
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Tourism: artwork
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Bench
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Tourism: artwork
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Barrier: passage
Lat/Long: 53.0770591/-1.1911173
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