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Great Hayes Wood

Wood, Forest in Bedfordshire

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Great Hayes Wood

St Pancras - Bradford express approaching Souldrop Summit near Sharnbrook View SE, towards London: ex-Midland St Pancras - Leicester - Sheffield main line. On the left can just be seen the Slow lines, which from Souldrop (north of Sharnbrook) to Irchester took a separate track east of the Fast lines on an easier gradient and through a tunnel. The 14.00 from St Pancras should reach Bradford via Leeds at 19.20: Stanier 'Jubilee' 6P 4-6-0 No. 45612 'Jamaica' (with Fowler tender) (built 7/34, withdrawn 3/64) probably worked as far as Leeds.
St Pancras - Bradford express approaching Souldrop Summit near Sharnbrook Credit: Ben Brooksbank

Great Hayes Wood is a charming forest located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. Encompassing an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers alike. The wood is situated in close proximity to the village of Haynes, which adds to its accessibility and appeal.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a diverse and picturesque landscape. The dense canopy of the trees provides a habitat for various species of birds, such as woodpeckers and songbirds, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching.

Great Hayes Wood boasts a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own leisure. These paths wind through the forest, providing opportunities for peaceful walks, jogging, or cycling. Along the way, one can admire the vibrant wildflowers that bloom in the spring and summer seasons, adding bursts of color to the surroundings.

The wood also houses a small pond, which serves as a watering hole for local wildlife, including amphibians and water birds. This feature, combined with the tranquil atmosphere, offers visitors a chance to observe and connect with nature.

Great Hayes Wood is a peaceful retreat, providing an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty, diverse flora and fauna, and well-maintained trails make it an ideal destination for anyone seeking solace in the great outdoors.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.246325/-0.59007944 or Grid Reference SP9661. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Pancras - Bradford express approaching Souldrop Summit near Sharnbrook View SE, towards London: ex-Midland St Pancras - Leicester - Sheffield main line. On the left can just be seen the Slow lines, which from Souldrop (north of Sharnbrook) to Irchester took a separate track east of the Fast lines on an easier gradient and through a tunnel. The 14.00 from St Pancras should reach Bradford via Leeds at 19.20: Stanier 'Jubilee' 6P 4-6-0 No. 45612 'Jamaica' (with Fowler tender) (built 7/34, withdrawn 3/64) probably worked as far as Leeds.
St Pancras - Bradford express approaching Souldrop Summit near Sharnbrook
View SE, towards London: ex-Midland St Pancras - Leicester - Sheffield main line. On the left can just be seen the Slow lines, which from Souldrop (north of Sharnbrook) to Irchester took a separate track east of the Fast lines on an easier gradient and through a tunnel. The 14.00 from St Pancras should reach Bradford via Leeds at 19.20: Stanier 'Jubilee' 6P 4-6-0 No. 45612 'Jamaica' (with Fowler tender) (built 7/34, withdrawn 3/64) probably worked as far as Leeds.
Work in progress New concrete road near the PDM food recycling plant at Wymington <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.pdm-group.co.uk/index.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.pdm-group.co.uk/index.html">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>
Work in progress
New concrete road near the PDM food recycling plant at Wymington LinkExternal link
Goosey's Lodge A haulage contractor's yard.
Goosey's Lodge
A haulage contractor's yard.
North Lodge A modern Country House
North Lodge
A modern Country House
Blackmere Farm In the vicinity of the Santa Pod Raceway at least you could hear it if not see it.
Blackmere Farm
In the vicinity of the Santa Pod Raceway at least you could hear it if not see it.
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
Santa Pod Raceway - Drag Racing
Santa Pod Raceway - Drag Racing
Santa Pod raceway Santa Pod dragstrip in Bedfordshire, facing south west. It is exactly a quarter of a mile to the finish line on the horizon.
Santa Pod raceway
Santa Pod dragstrip in Bedfordshire, facing south west. It is exactly a quarter of a mile to the finish line on the horizon.
Midland Main Line The train is travelling south-east down the main line from Sharnbrook Summit towards Bedford. The slow line cannot be seen from here but it lies in the fold of land on the left of the photo. It soon enters Sharnbrook Tunnel.
Midland Main Line
The train is travelling south-east down the main line from Sharnbrook Summit towards Bedford. The slow line cannot be seen from here but it lies in the fold of land on the left of the photo. It soon enters Sharnbrook Tunnel.
Airshaft The airshaft is on Sharnbrook Summit and ventilates the slow-line tunnel. The land over the tunnel is a nature reserve.
Airshaft
The airshaft is on Sharnbrook Summit and ventilates the slow-line tunnel. The land over the tunnel is a nature reserve.
Farmland Looking north-east across the square to Bencroft Grange on the A6
Farmland
Looking north-east across the square to Bencroft Grange on the A6
Goosey Lodge Industrial Estate Looking north-west to the factories. The public footpath should be on the other side of the foreground hedge but it is obstructed and cannot be used on its proper line.
Goosey Lodge Industrial Estate
Looking north-west to the factories. The public footpath should be on the other side of the foreground hedge but it is obstructed and cannot be used on its proper line.
Lee Farm On the Colworth Estate and owned by Unilever, a multinational company.
Lee Farm
On the Colworth Estate and owned by Unilever, a multinational company.
Footpath through Woodland One of many walks on the Colworth Estate.
Footpath through Woodland
One of many walks on the Colworth Estate.
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.
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Great Hayes Wood is located at Grid Ref: SP9661 (Lat: 52.246325, Lng: -0.59007944)

Unitary Authority: Bedford

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

What 3 Words

///outgrown.rural.dislodge. Near Podington, Bedfordshire

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