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Wood Hollow

Wood, Forest in Northamptonshire

England

Wood Hollow

Laxton Church The Church and surrounding buildings in the village of Laxton
Laxton Church Credit: Richard Thomas

Wood Hollow is a picturesque village located in the county of Northamptonshire, England. Situated in the heart of the countryside, the village is nestled within a dense forest, surrounded by towering trees and lush greenery. Its name, Wood Hollow, aptly reflects the natural beauty and abundance of woodlands that define the area.

The village itself is small and quaint, with a population of around 500 residents. The community is tight-knit, and the locals take great pride in maintaining the village's rural charm. The houses in Wood Hollow are mostly traditional cottages, adorned with thatched roofs and colorful gardens, adding to the village's idyllic ambiance.

Although small in size, Wood Hollow offers a range of amenities for its residents. The village boasts a well-regarded primary school, a cozy village pub, and a charming local shop that caters to the daily needs of the community. Additionally, there are several walking and cycling trails that wind their way through the surrounding forest, providing ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and enjoy nature.

Wood Hollow's location in Northamptonshire offers easy access to nearby towns and cities. The bustling market town of Northampton is just a short drive away, providing a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The village is also well-connected to the wider region, with good transportation links making it convenient for commuters.

Overall, Wood Hollow is an enchanting village, brimming with natural beauty and a strong sense of community. It offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking a slower pace of life amidst the verdant woodlands of Northamptonshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.562623/-0.60626427 or Grid Reference SP9497. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Laxton Church The Church and surrounding buildings in the village of Laxton
Laxton Church
The Church and surrounding buildings in the village of Laxton
Laxton Village Representative of the houses in Laxton, all stone built and to a classic design
Laxton Village
Representative of the houses in Laxton, all stone built and to a classic design
Entrance to byway towards Turtle Bridge The sign on the right reads " .... If any damage is caused to the byway surface by vehicular use or abuse it will be closed by the County Council .... " Yeah, like that's going to stop cowboys in 4x4s? Though the surface in fact looked fairly good.
Entrance to byway towards Turtle Bridge
The sign on the right reads " .... If any damage is caused to the byway surface by vehicular use or abuse it will be closed by the County Council .... " Yeah, like that's going to stop cowboys in 4x4s? Though the surface in fact looked fairly good.
Looking towards former quarry workings The low ground in the middle distance is marked as a quarry on my 1987 OS map, but no quarry is shown on the 1940s or on the current map
Looking towards former quarry workings
The low ground in the middle distance is marked as a quarry on my 1987 OS map, but no quarry is shown on the 1940s or on the current map
Cattle in disused quarry The former quarry has reverted to scrubby ground, and hosts cattle with rather mean-looking horns. What breed?
Cattle in disused quarry
The former quarry has reverted to scrubby ground, and hosts cattle with rather mean-looking horns. What breed?
Memorial at entrance to Spanhoe Airfield The airfield, still in use by light aircraft, was home to the US 315th Troop Carrier Group during the 1944-45 liberation of Europe
Memorial at entrance to Spanhoe Airfield
The airfield, still in use by light aircraft, was home to the US 315th Troop Carrier Group during the 1944-45 liberation of Europe
Abandoned jet at Spanhoe airfield
Abandoned jet at Spanhoe airfield
End of runway, Spanhoe airfield
End of runway, Spanhoe airfield
Footpath towards Town Wood, Laxton The footpath runs through a narrow belt of woodland
Footpath towards Town Wood, Laxton
The footpath runs through a narrow belt of woodland
Bridleway through woodland, near Laxton The bridleway runs east between Wood Hollow (left) and Town Wood (right), with a footpath crossing at this point
Bridleway through woodland, near Laxton
The bridleway runs east between Wood Hollow (left) and Town Wood (right), with a footpath crossing at this point
Cleared area, Laxton Wood
Cleared area, Laxton Wood
Bridleway junction with track bend, Laxton Wood From here the bridleway runs west towards the edge of the woodland, where it joins the extensive network of tracks relating to the Spanhoe Airfield
Bridleway junction with track bend, Laxton Wood
From here the bridleway runs west towards the edge of the woodland, where it joins the extensive network of tracks relating to the Spanhoe Airfield
Airfield track running towards Laxton Wood
Airfield track running towards Laxton Wood
More of the extensive concrete tracks relating to the WWII Spanhoe Airfield
More of the extensive concrete tracks relating to the WWII Spanhoe Airfield
Long track heading north-west toward the Welland Valley Leaving the tracks of the Spanhoe airfield, this long farm track heads north-west toward the Harringworth-Wakerley road
Long track heading north-west toward the Welland Valley
Leaving the tracks of the Spanhoe airfield, this long farm track heads north-west toward the Harringworth-Wakerley road
Maize patch, near Laxton A small fenced area of maize growing within sheep pasture.
Maize patch, near Laxton
A small fenced area of maize growing within sheep pasture.
Sheep grazing in late afternoon View north-east across a large field, with Fineshade Wood on the horizon
Sheep grazing in late afternoon
View north-east across a large field, with Fineshade Wood on the horizon
Church of All Saints, Laxton
Church of All Saints, Laxton
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Wood Hollow is located at Grid Ref: SP9497 (Lat: 52.562623, Lng: -0.60626427)

Unitary Authority: North Northamptonshire

Police Authority: Northamptonshire

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