Hill Ground Spinney

Wood, Forest in Northamptonshire

England

Hill Ground Spinney

A43 at A422 roundabout at Brackley
A43 at A422 roundabout at Brackley Credit: Colin Pyle

Hill Ground Spinney is a picturesque wood located in Northamptonshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 10 hectares, this enchanting forest is nestled in a rural setting, attracting visitors with its natural beauty and tranquility.

The wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash. These towering giants create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter to an array of woodland creatures, such as squirrels, foxes, and various bird species. The forest floor is adorned with vibrant wildflowers, creating a colorful tapestry during the spring and summer months.

Hill Ground Spinney offers a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its hidden gems. Along these paths, one can discover secluded clearings, babbling brooks, and even a small pond, providing opportunities for quiet reflection and wildlife observation. The wood also features a picnic area, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing outdoor lunch amidst nature.

Furthermore, Hill Ground Spinney is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its diverse range of plant and animal species. Conservation efforts are in place to protect the wood's unique ecosystem, making it a valuable resource for researchers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Whether you are seeking solace in nature, embarking on a leisurely walk, or simply wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Hill Ground Spinney is a hidden gem that offers a serene retreat for all who visit.

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Hill Ground Spinney Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.012834/-1.1386103 or Grid Reference SP5935. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A43 at A422 roundabout at Brackley
A43 at A422 roundabout at Brackley
The A422 entering Brackley
The A422 entering Brackley
The A422 coming out of Brackley
The A422 coming out of Brackley
Farm track off the A422, Brackley
Farm track off the A422, Brackley
Roman Way at the junction of Buckingham Road
Roman Way at the junction of Buckingham Road
The Plough, Brackley
The Plough, Brackley
The A422 Brackley Bypass
The A422 Brackley Bypass
The River Great Ouse The River Great Ouse from the footbridge on the Westbury Circular Ride bridlepath near the old LNWR railway bridge.
The River Great Ouse
The River Great Ouse from the footbridge on the Westbury Circular Ride bridlepath near the old LNWR railway bridge.
Abutment of old railway bridge The eastern abutment of GCR bridge No. 530 is in a rather sorry state.  Ground movement has caused the brickwork to crumble and split and the coping stone from the end pillar lies where it has fallen.
Abutment of old railway bridge
The eastern abutment of GCR bridge No. 530 is in a rather sorry state. Ground movement has caused the brickwork to crumble and split and the coping stone from the end pillar lies where it has fallen.
Brackley Telephone Exchange, Northants Situated off Buckingham Road, this TE comprises the front original building and the extension behind it. Besides Brackley, this TE also serves Evenley, Halse, Hinton-in-the-Hedges, Radstone, Turweston and Westbury nearby. The Royal Mail Delivery Office is adjacent to the TE as indicated by the notice on the gate. The postcode of the TE is NN13 7EL.
Brackley Telephone Exchange, Northants
Situated off Buckingham Road, this TE comprises the front original building and the extension behind it. Besides Brackley, this TE also serves Evenley, Halse, Hinton-in-the-Hedges, Radstone, Turweston and Westbury nearby. The Royal Mail Delivery Office is adjacent to the TE as indicated by the notice on the gate. The postcode of the TE is NN13 7EL.
Tesco store Brackley
Tesco store Brackley
Evenley Village centre green
Evenley Village centre green
Approaching A421 from Evenley
Approaching A421 from Evenley
St Peter with St James Church, Brackley  The oldest parts of the present church are Norman and date from about 1100.  The west tower was added in the 13th century.
St Peter with St James Church, Brackley
The oldest parts of the present church are Norman and date from about 1100. The west tower was added in the 13th century.
Methodist Church, Brackley
Methodist Church, Brackley
Town Hall, Brackley The town hall is Georgian, built in 1706 by the 4th Earl of Bridgewater. The ground floor was originally open but has since been enclosed
Town Hall, Brackley
The town hall is Georgian, built in 1706 by the 4th Earl of Bridgewater. The ground floor was originally open but has since been enclosed
St Martin's Catholic Church,  Brackley  The church opened in 1957; the architect was Mr. A. Comper. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.stmartinsbrackley.org.uk/history.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.stmartinsbrackley.org.uk/history.htm">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>
St Martin's Catholic Church, Brackley
The church opened in 1957; the architect was Mr. A. Comper. LinkExternal link
St George’s Church, Evenley    The church was built in 1864-65  by Mrs P. S. Pierrepont, in memory of her husband, on the foundations of the previous 12th century church, with the addition of the north aisle, vestry, organ chamber and turret leading to the tower. It was designed by the Gothic Revival architect Henry Woodyer.
St George’s Church, Evenley
The church was built in 1864-65 by Mrs P. S. Pierrepont, in memory of her husband, on the foundations of the previous 12th century church, with the addition of the north aisle, vestry, organ chamber and turret leading to the tower. It was designed by the Gothic Revival architect Henry Woodyer.
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Hill Ground Spinney is located at Grid Ref: SP5935 (Lat: 52.012834, Lng: -1.1386103)

Unitary Authority: West Northamptonshire

Police Authority: Northamptonshire

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