Back Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Scarborough

England

Back Wood

The path by Manor Farm Cottages A glorious day with a wonderful view over the valley from our holiday cottage. — The path by Manor Farm Cottages Credit: Malcolm Neal

Back Wood, Yorkshire is a picturesque and idyllic woodland located in the heart of Yorkshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, this enchanting forest is renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Nestled amidst rolling hills and scenic landscapes, it offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The woodland is predominantly composed of mature deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of flora and fauna. The forest floor is adorned with a vibrant tapestry of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to its ethereal charm.

Back Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species can be spotted in this woodland, as well as a plethora of insects and small mammals. Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by the opportunity to observe and appreciate the intricate ecosystem that thrives within the forest.

The woodland offers a network of well-maintained walking and cycling trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These trails wind through the forest, unveiling hidden treasures such as babbling brooks, secluded ponds, and ancient ruins. The serenity of Back Wood makes it an ideal location for outdoor activities such as picnics, birdwatching, and photography.

Overall, Back Wood, Yorkshire is a captivating destination that seamlessly combines natural beauty, biodiversity, and tranquility. Whether seeking solace in nature or embarking on an adventure, this enchanting woodland is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.455639/-0.69023794 or Grid Reference NZ8507. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The path by Manor Farm Cottages A glorious day with a wonderful view over the valley from our holiday cottage.

The path by Manor Farm Cottages

A glorious day with a wonderful view over the valley from our holiday cottage.

Manor Farm Cottages This is not a single cottage but is actually three interconnected, but could be separate, cottages. We have all three for our family stay, which is good in these Covid-19 times.

Manor Farm Cottages

This is not a single cottage but is actually three interconnected, but could be separate, cottages. We have all three for our family stay, which is good in these Covid-19 times.

The games field The stone former gate pillars make for unusual but very sturdy goal posts.

The games field

The stone former gate pillars make for unusual but very sturdy goal posts.

The edge of the football field The only concession to football is the field has been closely mown but it is fine for children to play in.

The edge of the football field

The only concession to football is the field has been closely mown but it is fine for children to play in.

Coach Road Travelling along the western side of Sleights on the A169 as we drive towrds Whitby.

Coach Road

Travelling along the western side of Sleights on the A169 as we drive towrds Whitby.

The A169 We are over the bridge that vrosses the river and, to the south, the railway line.

The A169

We are over the bridge that vrosses the river and, to the south, the railway line.

A footpath to the railway line The rail line runs deep in the Esk valley and the trains can be heard but hardly seen from the footpath.

A footpath to the railway line

The rail line runs deep in the Esk valley and the trains can be heard but hardly seen from the footpath.

Our cottage view This is the view from the small terrace by our holiday cottage for the week.

Our cottage view

This is the view from the small terrace by our holiday cottage for the week.

A footpath with a concrete surface The footpath eventually leads to a railway line in the Esk valley.

A footpath with a concrete surface

The footpath eventually leads to a railway line in the Esk valley.

A new pipe has been put in the ground Not sure if this is a new pipe line running across the field but I cannot think of another reason for a covered trench across a field.

A new pipe has been put in the ground

Not sure if this is a new pipe line running across the field but I cannot think of another reason for a covered trench across a field.

A few sheep in the meadow Yesterday the sheep were in a field further up the hill.

A few sheep in the meadow

Yesterday the sheep were in a field further up the hill.

An empty field Looking over the hedge across an empty field used for grazing animals.

An empty field

Looking over the hedge across an empty field used for grazing animals.

A barn in a field There are many sheep in the field behind the barn and other fields are empty of stock.

A barn in a field

There are many sheep in the field behind the barn and other fields are empty of stock.

Looks like a new roof Compared to many barns this one looks well looked after with a fairly new roof and sturdy doors.

Looks like a new roof

Compared to many barns this one looks well looked after with a fairly new roof and sturdy doors.

The remains of St. John's chapel This is all that remains of the old sandstone chapel in Esk Dale.

The remains of St. John's chapel

This is all that remains of the old sandstone chapel in Esk Dale.

Wall of St John the Evangelist Church At the junction of Iburndale Lane and Coach Road. The walls and corner obelisks are listed, grade II, as well as the monument just inside the walls. This is a monument to members of the Coates family, from the late C18

Wall of St John the Evangelist Church

At the junction of Iburndale Lane and Coach Road. The walls and corner obelisks are listed, grade II, as well as the monument just inside the walls. This is a monument to members of the Coates family, from the late C18

Inkwells Cottage, Sleights On Eskdaleside

Inkwells Cottage, Sleights

On Eskdaleside

Parking area beside the A171

Parking area beside the A171

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Back Wood is located at Grid Ref: NZ8507 (Lat: 54.455639, Lng: -0.69023794)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Scarborough

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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///urban.princely.lyricism. Near Sleights, North Yorkshire

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