Badger Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Ryedale

England

Badger Wood

Field above Crambe Looking across farmland from the road leading to the A64.
Field above Crambe Credit: DS Pugh

Badger Wood, located in Yorkshire, is a picturesque woodland area renowned for its natural beauty and biodiversity. This enchanting forest is nestled within the charming countryside, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Badger Wood is characterized by its dense canopy of ancient trees, predominantly oak and beech, that create a serene and shady atmosphere. The forest floor is carpeted with a vibrant assortment of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, adding a burst of color to the landscape during springtime.

The wood is intersected by several well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area at their leisure. These paths wind through the towering trees and lead to hidden gems such as a babbling brook, a small pond, and even a captivating waterfall, providing plenty of opportunities for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike.

Badger Wood is also home to a diverse range of wildlife. The forest provides a habitat for various bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. Additionally, the wood is inhabited by mammals such as badgers, foxes, and deer, adding to the allure of the area for wildlife enthusiasts.

Given its natural beauty and abundant wildlife, Badger Wood attracts visitors throughout the year. Whether one seeks a peaceful walk, a chance to observe wildlife, or simply a moment of solitude amidst nature, this woodland sanctuary offers an idyllic retreat for all who venture into its embrace.

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Badger Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.078473/-0.86038569 or Grid Reference SE7465. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field above Crambe Looking across farmland from the road leading to the A64.
Field above Crambe
Looking across farmland from the road leading to the A64.
Field north of Crambe Looking across a field from the road between Crambe and the A64.
Field north of Crambe
Looking across a field from the road between Crambe and the A64.
Spy Hill Spy Hill is where the Howardian Hills end and the Yorkshire Wolds begin.
Spy Hill
Spy Hill is where the Howardian Hills end and the Yorkshire Wolds begin.
Kirkham Cross Old cross base outside Kirkham Priory.
Kirkham Cross
Old cross base outside Kirkham Priory.
Firby sign East Riding signpost near Firby that predates the modern North Yorkshire.
Firby sign
East Riding signpost near Firby that predates the modern North Yorkshire.
Westow church The church near Westow.
Westow church
The church near Westow.
Gatehouse and cross base at Kirkham Priory <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1014024" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1014024">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>
Gatehouse and cross base at Kirkham Priory
Henlow Lane Looking along the road towards Westow.
Henlow Lane
Looking along the road towards Westow.
Hedgerow along Henlow Lane Looking over the hedge and across farmland south of Westow.
Hedgerow along Henlow Lane
Looking over the hedge and across farmland south of Westow.
Road to Westow Looking along Henlow Lane.
Road to Westow
Looking along Henlow Lane.
Barley fields beside Henlow Lane Looking across farmland south of Westow.
Barley fields beside Henlow Lane
Looking across farmland south of Westow.
Sign for Westow Entering the village along Henlow Lane from the south.
Sign for Westow
Entering the village along Henlow Lane from the south.
Coming into Westow Looking along Henlow Lane towards the village.
Coming into Westow
Looking along Henlow Lane towards the village.
Houses in Westow Looking towards the Blacksmiths Arms.
Houses in Westow
Looking towards the Blacksmiths Arms.
Road junction in Westow Looking onto Ruffin Lane with the road to Kirkham to the left.
Road junction in Westow
Looking onto Ruffin Lane with the road to Kirkham to the left.
Ruffin Lane Looking along the road heading north from Westow. On the left the road heads to Kirkham.
Ruffin Lane
Looking along the road heading north from Westow. On the left the road heads to Kirkham.
Kirkham Bridge Looking towards the bridge over the River Derwent.
Kirkham Bridge
Looking towards the bridge over the River Derwent.
Derwent from the bridge Looking downstream from the bridge in Kirkham.
Derwent from the bridge
Looking downstream from the bridge in Kirkham.
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Badger Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE7465 (Lat: 54.078473, Lng: -0.86038569)

Division: East Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Ryedale

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.078473,-0.86038569
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 54.0799786/-0.8613896
Information: guidepost
Note: From memory this just points into the wood. There is no PF sticker on it.
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.0780534/-0.8583151
Barrier: stile
Steps: 1
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 54.0785631/-0.8533812
Description: Howardian Hills
Information: sign
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.0785308/-0.8589376
Parking
Parking: layby
Lat/Long: 54.0789723/-0.8592081
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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