Lamp Wood

Wood, Forest in Nottinghamshire Gedling

England

Lamp Wood

Hollinwood Lane, Calverton A byway.
Hollinwood Lane, Calverton Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Lamp Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Nottinghamshire, England. Situated on the outskirts of the village of Wood, this forested area offers a tranquil and serene environment for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Lamp Wood is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The woodland is primarily composed of oak and ash trees, creating a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter to a variety of woodland creatures.

The forest floor is carpeted with an array of wildflowers, including bluebells, wood anemones, and primroses, which burst into a riot of colors during the spring months. This vibrant display attracts numerous birds, butterflies, and insects, making Lamp Wood a popular spot for birdwatching and wildlife photography.

Traversing through Lamp Wood, visitors can explore a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, offering opportunities for leisurely walks, gentle hikes, and cycling. The woodland also features a small pond, which serves as a watering hole for wildlife and adds to the scenic beauty of the area.

Lamp Wood is managed by the local council and is open to the public all year round. The woodland is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its rich biodiversity and unique ecosystem.

Overall, Lamp Wood is a hidden gem in Nottinghamshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the peacefulness and beauty of an ancient woodland.

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Lamp Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.031118/-1.1004213 or Grid Reference SK6048. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hollinwood Lane, Calverton A byway.
Hollinwood Lane, Calverton
A byway.
The site of Calverton Colliery The colliery opened in 1952 and closed in 1999.
The site of Calverton Colliery
The colliery opened in 1952 and closed in 1999.
Vacant site off Hollinwood Lane The site has been vacant for a good many years.
Vacant site off Hollinwood Lane
The site has been vacant for a good many years.
Hollinwood Lane, Calverton A byway, but here no more than a footpath.
Hollinwood Lane, Calverton
A byway, but here no more than a footpath.
Willow Rise New housing on the edge of Calverton on the western side of Flatts Lane.
Willow Rise
New housing on the edge of Calverton on the western side of Flatts Lane.
Footpath near Calverton The path is going round a site on the left which will bring a large housing expansion of Calverton.
Footpath near Calverton
The path is going round a site on the left which will bring a large housing expansion of Calverton.
Footpath near Calverton Moving away from the village. The high ground ahead was the tip of the former colliery. The last crop in this field was sweetcorn.
Footpath near Calverton
Moving away from the village. The high ground ahead was the tip of the former colliery. The last crop in this field was sweetcorn.
Stubble field near Calverton A former crop of sweetcorn. Beyond the field is the north west expansion of housing in Calverton.
Stubble field near Calverton
A former crop of sweetcorn. Beyond the field is the north west expansion of housing in Calverton.
Footpath to Calverton A new location for a supermarket trolley.
Footpath to Calverton
A new location for a supermarket trolley.
Byway to Calverton Not suitable for vehicles.
Byway to Calverton
Not suitable for vehicles.
Post industrial landscape near Calverton 50 years ago, the view would have been dominated by the winding towers and coal washing plant of Calverton Colliery. The hillside in the background is largely artificial, formed by the colliery spoil tip.
Post industrial landscape near Calverton
50 years ago, the view would have been dominated by the winding towers and coal washing plant of Calverton Colliery. The hillside in the background is largely artificial, formed by the colliery spoil tip.
Post industrial landscape near Calverton Former colliery entrance gates. Despite the fence along the road, the area is largely freely accessible. The upper slopes of the former waste tip in the background have been taken over by the Forestry Commission and are designated Open Access Land.
Post industrial landscape near Calverton
Former colliery entrance gates. Despite the fence along the road, the area is largely freely accessible. The upper slopes of the former waste tip in the background have been taken over by the Forestry Commission and are designated Open Access Land.
Oxton Road Recreating this 'First' for the square <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/36791" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/36791">Link</a>
Oxton Road
Recreating this 'First' for the square Link
Oxton Road On the edge of Calverton, near the old mine
Oxton Road
On the edge of Calverton, near the old mine
Overgrown track The link between Calverton and the Oxton Road is passable only for those on foot.
Overgrown track
The link between Calverton and the Oxton Road is passable only for those on foot.
Wild blackberry in flower Rubus fruticosus showing well how closely related to the rose this plant is.
Wild blackberry in flower
Rubus fruticosus showing well how closely related to the rose this plant is.
Byway of the B6386
Byway of the B6386
B6386 Oxton Road
B6386 Oxton Road
Show me another place!

Lamp Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK6048 (Lat: 53.031118, Lng: -1.1004213)

Administrative County: Nottinghamshire

District: Gedling

Police Authority: Nottinghamshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.031118,-1.1004213
Bus Stop
Spindle Lane
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Spindle Lane
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