Bownhill Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Scarborough

England

Bownhill Wood

New Road, Robin Hood's Bay Two days before Christmas and Robin's Hood Bay is relatively deserted with few of the businesses open. Those that are here, however, can move around relatively easily.
New Road, Robin Hood's Bay Credit: Stephen McKay

Bownhill Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Yorkshire, England. This expansive woodland covers an area of approximately 400 acres and is known for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. It is situated near the village of Bownhill, nestled in the rolling hills of Yorkshire.

The wood is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees, such as oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy overhead, offering a cool and shaded environment. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, lending a vibrant and colorful touch to the landscape.

Bownhill Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including native species such as red deer, badgers, foxes, and various bird species like owls and woodpeckers. The tranquil atmosphere and abundant food sources make it an ideal habitat for these animals.

The wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers, who come to explore its numerous walking trails that wind through the forest. These trails offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and provide an opportunity to spot the local wildlife in their natural habitat.

In addition to its natural beauty, Bownhill Wood also boasts a rich cultural heritage. The remains of ancient settlements, including burial mounds and stone circles, have been discovered within the forest, adding a sense of history and intrigue to the area.

Overall, Bownhill Wood is a cherished natural treasure in Yorkshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature and experience the tranquility of a truly enchanting woodland.

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Bownhill Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.413988/-0.54404672 or Grid Reference NZ9403. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

New Road, Robin Hood's Bay Two days before Christmas and Robin's Hood Bay is relatively deserted with few of the businesses open. Those that are here, however, can move around relatively easily.
New Road, Robin Hood's Bay
Two days before Christmas and Robin's Hood Bay is relatively deserted with few of the businesses open. Those that are here, however, can move around relatively easily.
'All Gold' at Robin Hood's Bay A boat is drawn up at the bottom of the village where the tide is right out.
'All Gold' at Robin Hood's Bay
A boat is drawn up at the bottom of the village where the tide is right out.
Robin Hood's Bay A telephoto lens has been used here to show the sweep of the bay and the village at its north end.
Robin Hood's Bay
A telephoto lens has been used here to show the sweep of the bay and the village at its north end.
Stoupe Brow Looking up at Stoupe Brow.
Stoupe Brow
Looking up at Stoupe Brow.
Browside Farm view The view from the old railway line at Browside Farm.
Browside Farm view
The view from the old railway line at Browside Farm.
Fylingthorpe, Park Gate The benchmark is cut into a right hand gatepost on the south side of the road.
Fylingthorpe, Park Gate
The benchmark is cut into a right hand gatepost on the south side of the road.
Fylingthorpe, Park Gate There is a benchmark cut into the right hand gatepost on the south side of the road. This field entrance has not been used summer 2022.
Fylingthorpe, Park Gate
There is a benchmark cut into the right hand gatepost on the south side of the road. This field entrance has not been used summer 2022.
Fylingthorpe, Park Gate The benchmark is cut into a west facing stone of an internal boundary wall of a field, on the north side of Park Gate.
Fylingthorpe, Park Gate
The benchmark is cut into a west facing stone of an internal boundary wall of a field, on the north side of Park Gate.
Fylingthorpe, Park Gate There is a benchmark cut into the west facing stone of an internal boundary wall of a field, on the north side of Park Gate. The mark can be seen through the 3rd and 4th bar of the gate. Robin Hoods Bay in the distance.
Fylingthorpe, Park Gate
There is a benchmark cut into the west facing stone of an internal boundary wall of a field, on the north side of Park Gate. The mark can be seen through the 3rd and 4th bar of the gate. Robin Hoods Bay in the distance.
Fylingthorpe, Sled Gates The benchmark is cut into a right hand gatepost at a field entrance on the south-east side of Sled Gates.
Fylingthorpe, Sled Gates
The benchmark is cut into a right hand gatepost at a field entrance on the south-east side of Sled Gates.
Fylingthorpe, Sled Gates There is a benchmark cut into the right hand gatepost at a field entrance on the south-east side of Sled Gates.
Fylingthorpe, Sled Gates
There is a benchmark cut into the right hand gatepost at a field entrance on the south-east side of Sled Gates.
Fylingthorpe, Sled Gates The benchmark is cut into the left hand gatepost at a field entrance on the north-west side of Sled Gates.
Fylingthorpe, Sled Gates
The benchmark is cut into the left hand gatepost at a field entrance on the north-west side of Sled Gates.
Fylingthorpe, Sled Gates There is a benchmark cut into the left hand gatepost at the field entrance on the north-west side of Sled Gates.
Fylingthorpe, Sled Gates
There is a benchmark cut into the left hand gatepost at the field entrance on the north-west side of Sled Gates.
Fylingthorpe, old school The benchmark is cut into the north facing wall of the old school.
Fylingthorpe, old school
The benchmark is cut into the north facing wall of the old school.
Fylingthorpe, old school There is a benchmark cut into the north facing wall of the old school.
Fylingthorpe, old school
There is a benchmark cut into the north facing wall of the old school.
Fylingthorpe, Rose Cottage The benchmark is cut into the east facing boundary wall of Rose Cottage.
Fylingthorpe, Rose Cottage
The benchmark is cut into the east facing boundary wall of Rose Cottage.
Fylingthorpe, Rose Cottage There is a benchmark cut into the east facing boundary wall of Rose Cottage. The mark is cut into a stone in the 3rd course.
Fylingthorpe, Rose Cottage
There is a benchmark cut into the east facing boundary wall of Rose Cottage. The mark is cut into a stone in the 3rd course.
Fylingthorpe, Middlewood Farm The benchmark is cut into a farm building on the right of the farm entrance. The mark is cut into a stone in the 4th course.
Fylingthorpe, Middlewood Farm
The benchmark is cut into a farm building on the right of the farm entrance. The mark is cut into a stone in the 4th course.
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Bownhill Wood is located at Grid Ref: NZ9403 (Lat: 54.413988, Lng: -0.54404672)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Scarborough

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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///nearing.senior.mavericks. Near Sleights, North Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.413988,-0.54404672
Fylingdales
Historic Railway: halt
Railway: site
Lat/Long: 54.4139046/-0.5453554
Ford: yes
Source: opendata
Lat/Long: 54.4104542/-0.5406449
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Mounting: wooden_post
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: YO22 66
Lat/Long: 54.4122664/-0.5481741
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.4143184/-0.5460146
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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