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Berry Spring Wood

Wood, Forest in Bedfordshire

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Berry Spring 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reach Bradford via Leeds at 19.20: Stanier 'Jubilee' 6P 4-6-0 No. 45612 'Jamaica' (with Fowler tender) (built 7/34, withdrawn 3/64) probably worked as far as Leeds.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

Berry Spring Wood is a charming woodland located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 20 hectares, this ancient forest is nestled in the heart of the English countryside, offering visitors a tranquil and picturesque setting to explore.

The wood is named after the natural spring that runs through it, known as Berry Spring, which adds to the enchanting atmosphere of the area. The spring is a popular spot for wildlife, attracting various species of birds, insects, and small mammals, making it a haven for nature lovers and birdwatchers.

The woodland itself is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, such as oak, beech, and ash, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The dense canopy provides shade and shelter, making it an ideal habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells in the spring, creating a stunning display of color and fragrance.

Visitors to Berry Spring Wood can enjoy a network of well-maintained footpaths that meander through the forest, allowing for leisurely walks and exploration. The wood is also home to a picnic area, where visitors can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings while indulging in a packed lunch.

Berry Spring Wood is easily accessible, located just a short distance from the nearby village of Berry. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and peaceful ambiance make it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, providing a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.245929/-0.5706253 or Grid Reference SP9761. 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.
St Pancras - Manchester express approaching Souldrop Summit View SE, towards Bedford and London: ex-Midland Main Line, St Pancras - Leicester - Sheffield, also Manchester via Derby and the Peak Line. The Slow lines here are dropping away on the left on an easier gradient through Sharnbrook Tunnel. The 14.15 from St Pancras (due Manchester Central 18.35) conveyed through coaches for Buxton. It is double-headed, with Johnson/Deeley ex-Midland 2P 4-4-0 No. 40485 (withdrawn 8/57) piloting Stanier 5MT 4-6-0 No. 44938 (built 11/45, withdrawn 10/67).
St Pancras - Manchester express approaching Souldrop Summit
View SE, towards Bedford and London: ex-Midland Main Line, St Pancras - Leicester - Sheffield, also Manchester via Derby and the Peak Line. The Slow lines here are dropping away on the left on an easier gradient through Sharnbrook Tunnel. The 14.15 from St Pancras (due Manchester Central 18.35) conveyed through coaches for Buxton. It is double-headed, with Johnson/Deeley ex-Midland 2P 4-4-0 No. 40485 (withdrawn 8/57) piloting Stanier 5MT 4-6-0 No. 44938 (built 11/45, withdrawn 10/67).
Down fast freight approaching Souldrop Summit, Sharnbrook View SE, towards Bedford and London: Midland Main Line from St Pancras. Headed by BR 9F 2-10-0 No. 92164 (built 4/58, withdrawn 7/66), a Down Class C freight is running on the easier Slow lines which penetrated the ridge between the Ouse and Nene valleys in a tunnel, while the Fast lines went over the summit - cf. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2745878">SP9860 : St Pancras - Manchester express approaching Souldrop Summit</a>. [I was travelling on a Down train on the latter, hence the less than perfect photograph].
Down fast freight approaching Souldrop Summit, Sharnbrook
View SE, towards Bedford and London: Midland Main Line from St Pancras. Headed by BR 9F 2-10-0 No. 92164 (built 4/58, withdrawn 7/66), a Down Class C freight is running on the easier Slow lines which penetrated the ridge between the Ouse and Nene valleys in a tunnel, while the Fast lines went over the summit - cf. SP9860 : St Pancras - Manchester express approaching Souldrop Summit. [I was travelling on a Down train on the latter, hence the less than perfect photograph].
Kettering - Bedford stopping train near Souldrop Summit View NW, towards Wellingborough, Kettering etc., ex-Midland main line from London St Pancras. On the Up Fast, the 14.36 from Kettering is headed by LMS Ivatt 2MT 2-6-0 No. 46403 (built 12/46, withdrawn 7/64). The Slow lines coming from their separate tunnel through the summit are just out of sight down on the right.
Kettering - Bedford stopping train near Souldrop Summit
View NW, towards Wellingborough, Kettering etc., ex-Midland main line from London St Pancras. On the Up Fast, the 14.36 from Kettering is headed by LMS Ivatt 2MT 2-6-0 No. 46403 (built 12/46, withdrawn 7/64). The Slow lines coming from their separate tunnel through the summit are just out of sight down on the right.
The Bedford Arms Walker friendly pub. Enjoyed a pint of Brainstorm, a bitter from the Hopping Mad Brewery at nearby Olney.
The Bedford Arms
Walker friendly pub. Enjoyed a pint of Brainstorm, a bitter from the Hopping Mad Brewery at nearby Olney.
A small village green, Souldrop The fire beacon was a Millennium project constructed by a local engineering firm.
A small village green, Souldrop
The fire beacon was a Millennium project constructed by a local engineering firm.
Name changes A sign attached to the fire beacon on the small green in Souldrop shows how the village name has changed over the past few hundred years.
Name changes
A sign attached to the fire beacon on the small green in Souldrop shows how the village name has changed over the past few hundred years.
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Simple's, take a cue from a popular TV advertisement for your vehicle repair business.
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.
Forty Foot Lane Near the village of Souldrop.
Forty Foot Lane
Near the village of Souldrop.
Village Green, Souldrop One of two Greens in Souldrop.
Village Green, Souldrop
One of two Greens in Souldrop.
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All Saints, Souldrop
All Saints, Souldrop
All Saints, Souldrop - East end
All Saints, Souldrop - East end
All Saints, Souldrop - Font
All Saints, Souldrop - Font
All Saints, Souldrop - Interior
All Saints, Souldrop - Interior
Village Green, Souldrop
Village Green, Souldrop
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Berry Spring Wood is located at Grid Ref: SP9761 (Lat: 52.245929, Lng: -0.5706253)

Unitary Authority: Bedford

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

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