Fire Wood

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Fire Wood

Elegant beech tree, Christmas Common, Oxfordshire Credit: Oswald Bertram

Fire Wood in Oxfordshire is a small but significant forested area located in the heart of the county. Covering an approximate area of 500 acres, this woodland is known for its lush green scenery, diverse flora and fauna, and its historical significance as a source of firewood.

The forest is predominantly made up of oak and beech trees, which provide a rich habitat for a variety of bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. The woodland floor is covered with a carpet of bluebells and wildflowers during the spring and summer months, creating a picturesque and vibrant landscape.

Fire Wood has been a valuable resource for the local community for centuries. Its name is derived from the fact that it has long been a source of firewood for the nearby villages and towns. The woodland is managed sustainably, with selective felling and replanting practices in place to ensure the continued availability of firewood while maintaining the ecological balance of the area.

In addition to its practical uses, Fire Wood also offers recreational opportunities for visitors. There are well-maintained trails and pathways that crisscross the forest, providing opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and nature photography. The peaceful ambiance and natural beauty of the woodland make it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and families seeking a relaxing day out in the countryside.

Overall, Fire Wood in Oxfordshire is a cherished natural resource that combines practicality with beauty. Its importance as a source of firewood, its ecological significance, and its recreational value make it a true gem within the county.

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Fire Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.624672/-0.95745762 or Grid Reference SU7292. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Elegant beech tree, Christmas Common, Oxfordshire

Oswald Bertram

November sunshine, Christmas Common, Oxfordshire

Oswald Bertram

Late afternoon light, Greenfield, Oxfordshire

Oswald Bertram

Sunset, Greenfield, Oxfordshire

Oswald Bertram

Winter's afternoon, Christmas Common, Oxfordshire

Oswald Bertram

Bucks and Oxon

Oxfordshire on the left of the track here and Buckinghamshire on the right.

Des Blenkinsopp

Road junction and grass triangle

Adjacent to Christmas Common.

Michael Trolove

Road junction and grass triangle

Near to Christmas Common.

Michael Trolove

Information Board at Watlington Hill

This information board has been erected by The National Trust in its car park at the east end of Watlington Hill, its postcode being OX49 5HS. It shows a plan of the hill and has the following wording: On the left of the board Making a mark Once the local farmers stopped grazing their sheep on Watlington Hill it became overgrown with scrub. It wasn't a pleasant place for walkers and it wasn't a good place for butterflies. Now the National Trust is making a mark on the landscape. It's restoring the hill to a mosaic of chalk grassland and scrub. It is a great place to see Chalkhill Blue and Silver-Spotted Skipper butterflies, as well as the majestic Red Kites. The National Trust is grateful for funding received for this project from Natural England, Chilterns Conservation Board and Oxfordshire County Council. Below the plan The White Mark Edward Horner, a local squire, thought that the church which he could see from his home would look more impressive if it had a steeple. He had the huge white mark cut into the hillside to achieve this by way of an optical illusion. That's one story, anyway. There may be other explanations.... On the right of the board Please help us to keep the hill unspoilt for everyone to enjoy - take your litter or dog waste home with you. The images show from left to right: Silver-Spotted Skipper butterfly, View of Watlington Hill in 1907, and the White Mark with the Parish Church of Saint Leonard in the foreground.

David Hillas

Woodland, Watlington

The Chiltern Way passing through beeches in Greenfield Wood.

Andrew Smith

Hollandridge Lane and farmland, Pishill

A cereal crop and oaks on a ridge to the north of Pishill.

Andrew Smith

Woodland, Shirburn

The Chiltern Way amidst beeches in the lower part of Blackmoor Wood on the Wormsley Estate.

Andrew Smith

Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Christmas Common, Watlington parish

Annulus finial - 2 arms; Oxford CC halo by the UC road, in parish of Watlington (South Oxfordshire District), Christmas Common, Y-junction of Nettlebed Henley with Hollandridge Lane, on grass triangle. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: OX_SU7193

Milestone Society

Bridleway, Turville

Between woodland and pasture to the north of Turville Park Farm.

Andrew Smith

K6 Telephone Box at Christmas Common

Situated at Christmas Common OX49 5HL, this red telephone box may soon be taken away from this location as it has had all the payphone equipment removed from inside it.

David Hillas