Forty Acre Wood

Wood, Forest in Bedfordshire

England

Forty Acre Wood

Former Poddington airfield: aerial Ex-WW2 military airfield, now home to the Santa Pod Dragstrip.
Former Poddington airfield: aerial Credit: Chris

Forty Acre Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately forty acres, the wood is nestled in the heart of the Bedfordshire countryside, attracting nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families alike.

The woodland is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, providing a haven for wildlife. Towering oak and beech trees dominate the landscape, creating a dense canopy that filters sunlight and casts intricate patterns on the forest floor. Bluebells carpet the ground in spring, while wildflowers bloom in summer, adding splashes of color to the woodland.

Traversing the wood, visitors can follow a network of well-maintained footpaths that wind through the ancient trees. The paths offer a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Along the way, benches and picnic areas provide opportunities for rest and relaxation.

For those with a keen eye for wildlife, Forty Acre Wood offers sightings of various species. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, owls, and a variety of songbirds, while small mammals like squirrels and rabbits scurry through the undergrowth. The wood is also home to a diverse range of insects, including butterflies, beetles, and dragonflies.

Forty Acre Wood is a popular destination for outdoor activities, such as walking, jogging, and photography. The wood's natural beauty and serenity make it an ideal location for a peaceful retreat or a family day out, allowing visitors to connect with nature and enjoy the tranquility of the Bedfordshire countryside.

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Former Poddington airfield: aerial Ex-WW2 military airfield, now home to the Santa Pod Dragstrip.
Former Poddington airfield: aerial
Ex-WW2 military airfield, now home to the Santa Pod Dragstrip.
Tower House
Tower House
Entrance to Santa Pod Raceway
Entrance to Santa Pod Raceway
Santa Pod Raceway: aerial 2014 Drag racing circuit. See: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.santapod.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.santapod.co.uk/">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>
Santa Pod Raceway: aerial 2014
Drag racing circuit. See: LinkExternal link
Track to Dungee Farm
Track to Dungee Farm
Dungee Barn
Dungee Barn
Frosty fields
Frosty fields
Frosty field
Frosty field
Santa Pod Raceway - Drag Racing
Santa Pod Raceway - Drag Racing
US Air Force War Memorial, Airfield Road, Podington Podington airfield was originally built to accommodate two RAF bomber squadrons but was handed over to the US 8th Army Air Force in 1942. The 92nd Bomb Group arrived in September 1943 and the memorial tells the rest of the story. The airfield was sold off in 1961 and is now better known for its Santa Pod raceway. This memorial is located beside the Airfield Road which accesses the latter and led to the former airfield.
US Air Force War Memorial, Airfield Road, Podington
Podington airfield was originally built to accommodate two RAF bomber squadrons but was handed over to the US 8th Army Air Force in 1942. The 92nd Bomb Group arrived in September 1943 and the memorial tells the rest of the story. The airfield was sold off in 1961 and is now better known for its Santa Pod raceway. This memorial is located beside the Airfield Road which accesses the latter and led to the former airfield.
Tree Avenue on Dungee to Hinwick Road Looking northwestwards, this fine avenue of trees extends for over 1km along the road that leads from Dungee Corner near Bozeat to the hamlet of Hinwick. The planting may originally have been associated with nearby Hinwick House.
Tree Avenue on Dungee to Hinwick Road
Looking northwestwards, this fine avenue of trees extends for over 1km along the road that leads from Dungee Corner near Bozeat to the hamlet of Hinwick. The planting may originally have been associated with nearby Hinwick House.
Agricultural machinery on the former Podington Airfield
Agricultural machinery
on the former Podington Airfield
The Three Shires Way leaves Podington Airfield Forty Acre Wood is seen in the background.
The Three Shires Way leaves Podington Airfield
Forty Acre Wood is seen in the background.
Car breaker's yard on Podington airfield
Car breaker's yard on Podington airfield
Tower House, Podington airfield The former control tower is now a dwelling.
Tower House, Podington airfield
The former control tower is now a dwelling.
Car parking lot, Santa Pod dragstrip The Three Shires Way crosses the car park running north-east up to the white buildings in the background. The white buildings are part of the Santa Pod dragstrip, which uses the former runway.
Car parking lot, Santa Pod dragstrip
The Three Shires Way crosses the car park running north-east up to the white buildings in the background. The white buildings are part of the Santa Pod dragstrip, which uses the former runway.
Roman Road to Irchester The road is now a byway. Blackthorn blossom can be seen.
Roman Road to Irchester
The road is now a byway. Blackthorn blossom can be seen.
Roman Road with Cowslips Looking south
Roman Road with Cowslips
Looking south
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Forty Acre Wood is located at Grid Ref: SP9459 (Lat: 52.229239, Lng: -0.62027095)

Unitary Authority: Bedford

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

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