Clipsey Spinney

Wood, Forest in Bedfordshire

England

Clipsey Spinney

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reach Bradford via Leeds at 19.20: Stanier 'Jubilee' 6P 4-6-0 No. 45612 'Jamaica' (with Fowler tender) (built 7/34, withdrawn 3/64) probably worked as far as Leeds.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

Clipsey Spinney is a charming woodland area located in Bedfordshire, England. Covering approximately 10 hectares, it is known for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. The spinney is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by agricultural fields and meadows.

The wood is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a picturesque canopy during the warmer months. These trees provide a habitat for a variety of wildlife, such as birds, squirrels, and foxes. It is also home to several species of woodland plants, including bluebells, primroses, and wild garlic, which bloom in abundance during the spring.

Walking through Clipsey Spinney, visitors can follow a network of well-maintained footpaths that wind through the wood, allowing them to explore its many hidden treasures. There are also picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the spinney, providing a perfect spot to rest and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

The wood is managed by a local conservation group, who work tirelessly to protect and enhance its natural features. They regularly organize guided walks and educational events to raise awareness about the importance of preserving this unique woodland habitat.

Clipsey Spinney offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing a haven for nature enthusiasts, walkers, and families alike. It is a place where people can reconnect with nature and appreciate the beauty of the natural world.

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Clipsey Spinney Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.23533/-0.56920851 or Grid Reference SP9760. 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.
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.
Yellow Taxi A bit of brightness on a dull day and you're thinking "There's a song about a yellow taxi" so, courtesy of Joni Mitchell, sing along to <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.lyrics007.com/Joni%20Mitchell%20Lyrics/Big%20Yellow%20Taxi%20Lyrics.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.lyrics007.com/Joni%20Mitchell%20Lyrics/Big%20Yellow%20Taxi%20Lyrics.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>
Yellow Taxi
A bit of brightness on a dull day and you're thinking "There's a song about a yellow taxi" so, courtesy of Joni Mitchell, sing along to LinkExternal link
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
Wind turbine under construction near Souldrop: aerial 2014
Wind turbine under construction near Souldrop: aerial 2014
Research Establishment, Colworth: aerial 2014
Research Establishment, Colworth: aerial 2014
Track into West Wood Locked gate and CCTV warning signs
Track into West Wood
Locked gate and CCTV warning signs
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Clipsey Spinney is located at Grid Ref: SP9760 (Lat: 52.23533, Lng: -0.56920851)

Unitary Authority: Bedford

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

What 3 Words

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Located within 500m of 52.23533,-0.56920851
Mini Roundabout
Direction: clockwise
Lat/Long: 52.2323407/-0.5646075
Designation: public_bridleway
Foot: designated
Horse: designated
Lat/Long: 52.2358649/-0.5734705
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