Penty Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Ryedale

England

Penty Wood

The entrance to Barthorpe Grange
The entrance to Barthorpe Grange Credit: Ian S

Penty Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the countryside, the wood covers an area of approximately 100 acres, offering visitors a serene and tranquil environment to explore.

The wood is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna, with an abundance of native trees such as oak, birch, and beech, providing a lush canopy that filters the sunlight and creates a dappled effect on the forest floor. The undergrowth is teeming with wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the wood's natural beauty.

Penty Wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and walkers, who can enjoy the various trails and footpaths that wind through the woodland. These pathways allow visitors to fully immerse themselves in the peaceful surroundings and appreciate the diverse wildlife that inhabits the area. Birdwatchers will delight in spotting species such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds.

For those interested in the history of the area, Penty Wood has a rich past. It is believed to have been in existence for centuries, with evidence of human activity dating back to ancient times. The wood has served as a source of timber and fuel for local communities throughout history.

In recent years, efforts have been made to preserve and protect Penty Wood, ensuring its continued beauty and ecological importance. The wood serves as an important habitat for many species and contributes to the overall biodiversity of the region.

Overall, Penty Wood offers a peaceful retreat for visitors, allowing them to reconnect with nature and experience the beauty of Yorkshire's woodlands.

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Penty Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.042897/-0.80831984 or Grid Reference SE7861. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The entrance to Barthorpe Grange
The entrance to Barthorpe Grange
Gilder  Beck  and  Crossing  Point On the footpath from Sleights Lane
Gilder Beck and Crossing Point
On the footpath from Sleights Lane
A  very  overgrown  Beck Gilder Beck is in that undergrowth, a haven for wildlife.
A very overgrown Beck
Gilder Beck is in that undergrowth, a haven for wildlife.
Sheep off the Bugthorpe Road Between Bugthorpe and Acklam.
Sheep off the Bugthorpe Road
Between Bugthorpe and Acklam.
Field of Cows Between Acklam and Bugthorpe.
Field of Cows
Between Acklam and Bugthorpe.
Over  fields  to  Barthorpe  Grange From the Chalkland Way
Over fields to Barthorpe Grange
From the Chalkland Way
Footpath from Gatehowe Road A footpath heads across to Acklam. The radio transmitter at Acklam Wold is visible on the left.
Footpath from Gatehowe Road
A footpath heads across to Acklam. The radio transmitter at Acklam Wold is visible on the left.
Field edge footpath on Hanging Grimston Wold Looking south-westward.
Field edge footpath on Hanging Grimston Wold
Looking south-westward.
Chalkland Way  towards Lower Sleight Farm
Chalkland Way towards Lower Sleight Farm
Chalkland Way  towards Lower Sleight Farm
Chalkland Way towards Lower Sleight Farm
Chalkland Way  towards Lower Sleight Farm
Chalkland Way towards Lower Sleight Farm
Gilderbeck House on Sleights Lane
Gilderbeck House on Sleights Lane
Path over (or through) Gilder Beck
Path over (or through) Gilder Beck
Path to Overdale
Path to Overdale
Winter  Barley  Hanging  Grimston  Wold Beyond the field is Deepdale
Winter Barley Hanging Grimston Wold
Beyond the field is Deepdale
Gatehowe  Road  Hanging  Grimston  Wold The Chalkland Way comes along a field track to this corner then goes left.
Gatehowe Road Hanging Grimston Wold
The Chalkland Way comes along a field track to this corner then goes left.
Chalkland Way footpath At this point the Chalkland Way runs along the wold top before dropping steeply [left of hedge] down into Deep Dale.
Chalkland Way footpath
At this point the Chalkland Way runs along the wold top before dropping steeply [left of hedge] down into Deep Dale.
Clearing mist at Hanging Grimston Only a few seconds ago these trees were shrouded in mist.
Clearing mist at Hanging Grimston
Only a few seconds ago these trees were shrouded in mist.
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Penty Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE7861 (Lat: 54.042897, Lng: -0.80831984)

Division: East Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Ryedale

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.042897,-0.80831984
Acklam
Place: village
Source: local_knowledge
Wikidata: Q2845823
Wikipedia: en:Acklam, Ryedale
Lat/Long: 54.045221/-0.8069315
Half Moon Inn
Addr City: Malton
Addr Postcode: YO17 9RG
Disused Amenity: pub
Floor Material: carpet;wood
Food: yes
Wifi: yes
Lat/Long: 54.045023/-0.8078062
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 10:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: wall
Postal Code: YO17
Ref: YO17 48
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 54.0453395/-0.8043622
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Lat/Long: 54.0453483/-0.8051354
Bench
Lat/Long: 54.045297/-0.8053656
Board Type: notice
Description: Church notice board
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.0450113/-0.8067191
Defibrillator
Emergency: defibrillator
Lat/Long: 54.0452582/-0.8047429
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 54.042951/-0.8126533
Flag Type: national
Man Made: flagpole
Subject: England
Lat/Long: 54.0451423/-0.8050136
Vending Machine
Vending: eggs
Lat/Long: 54.0429571/-0.8030585
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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