Duke's Covert

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Duke's Covert

Small trees on Moor Closes Encountered on the way to Woodland Waters through the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust's site at Moor Closes. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.lincstrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/moor-closes" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.lincstrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/moor-closes">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>
Small trees on Moor Closes Credit: Ian Paterson

Duke's Covert, located in Lincolnshire, is a picturesque woodland area known for its natural beauty and serene atmosphere. Nestled within the heart of the county, it is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Covering a considerable area, Duke's Covert is characterized by its dense forest that is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The woodland boasts a rich variety of trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a stunning canopy of greenery that provides shade and shelter for the many creatures residing there.

Visitors to Duke's Covert can enjoy a network of well-maintained trails, allowing them to explore the woodland at their own pace. These paths wind through the forest, leading to hidden clearings, babbling brooks, and tranquil ponds. The peaceful ambiance of the area makes it an ideal spot for picnics, meditation, or simply immersing oneself in the beauty of nature.

Wildlife enthusiasts will be delighted by the diverse array of animals that call Duke's Covert home. Red squirrels, badgers, and a variety of bird species can often be spotted amidst the foliage, making for an exciting wildlife-watching experience.

Duke's Covert is not only a haven for nature lovers but also plays a vital role in conservation efforts. The woodland is carefully managed to preserve its natural balance and protect its inhabitants, making it a prime example of sustainable land management practices.

Overall, Duke's Covert in Lincolnshire is a hidden gem, offering visitors a chance to reconnect with nature and experience the tranquility of a beautiful woodland setting.

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Duke's Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.968287/-0.54305473 or Grid Reference SK9742. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Small trees on Moor Closes Encountered on the way to Woodland Waters through the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust's site at Moor Closes. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.lincstrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/moor-closes" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.lincstrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/moor-closes">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>
Small trees on Moor Closes
Encountered on the way to Woodland Waters through the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust's site at Moor Closes. LinkExternal link
Small trees and St Martin's Church View across Moor Closes nature reserve. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.lincstrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/moor-closes" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.lincstrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/moor-closes">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>
Small trees and St Martin's Church
View across Moor Closes nature reserve. LinkExternal link
Tall trees on Moor Closes Tall, but leaning, some of these trees have already had to be felled.
Tall trees on Moor Closes
Tall, but leaning, some of these trees have already had to be felled.
How's this for a hollow tree? The tree stump has sprouted new growth on one part of its body and the other part is nothing but a hollow tube of bark.
How's this for a hollow tree?
The tree stump has sprouted new growth on one part of its body and the other part is nothing but a hollow tube of bark.
One way in Entrance gate to Moor Closes nature reserve.  <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.lincstrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/moor-closes" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.lincstrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/moor-closes">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>
One way in
Entrance gate to Moor Closes nature reserve. LinkExternal link
Specimen Lake at Woodland Waters Panorama of one of the lakes at the holiday park. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://woodlandwaters.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://woodlandwaters.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>
Specimen Lake at Woodland Waters
Panorama of one of the lakes at the holiday park. LinkExternal link
Lodge with a view One of the lodges at Woodland Waters holiday park. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://woodlandwaters.co.uk/lodges/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://woodlandwaters.co.uk/lodges/">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>
Lodge with a view
One of the lodges at Woodland Waters holiday park. LinkExternal link
Fearless sheep It's not often that sheep are happy to stay put as you pass by.  Cheese!
Fearless sheep
It's not often that sheep are happy to stay put as you pass by. Cheese!
Walk in the nature reserve The footpath through the Ancaster Valley nature reserve takes a left turn uphill where the figure is.  The reserve itself continues further ahead.
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Walk in the nature reserve
The footpath through the Ancaster Valley nature reserve takes a left turn uphill where the figure is. The reserve itself continues further ahead. LinkExternal link
Holy moley Bit of underground activity going on at Ancaster Valley nature reserve. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.lincstrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/ancaster-valley" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.lincstrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/ancaster-valley">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>
Holy moley
Bit of underground activity going on at Ancaster Valley nature reserve. LinkExternal link
Tunnel vision Interesting walk through the 'tunnel' encountered along the footpath.
Tunnel vision
Interesting walk through the 'tunnel' encountered along the footpath.
O2 radio transmitter Not marked on my OS map.
O2 radio transmitter
Not marked on my OS map.
Shameful It's all very well having to place your dog's droppings in a plastic bag, but at least it's bio-degradable, stepped-on or not.  The whole point surely is so that the responsible owner disposes of both items responsibly without getting their hands dirty.

I don't suppose the perpetrator would ever contemplate taking the offending articles home and disposing of them in their own back yard.
Shameful
It's all very well having to place your dog's droppings in a plastic bag, but at least it's bio-degradable, stepped-on or not. The whole point surely is so that the responsible owner disposes of both items responsibly without getting their hands dirty. I don't suppose the perpetrator would ever contemplate taking the offending articles home and disposing of them in their own back yard.
Path junction Well-marked sign to the stile and footpath which cuts across an adjacent field.
Path junction
Well-marked sign to the stile and footpath which cuts across an adjacent field.
Keep to  the footpath Easy to find your way over the fields - once you clear the muddy section of path in the wooded part beside the nature reserve to the north-west that is.
Keep to the footpath
Easy to find your way over the fields - once you clear the muddy section of path in the wooded part beside the nature reserve to the north-west that is.
St Martin's Church, Ancaster
St Martin's Church, Ancaster
Bridleway towards Ermine Street Running along the district boundary between North and South Kesteven
Bridleway towards Ermine Street
Running along the district boundary between North and South Kesteven
Ermine Street (High Dike) at the junction with Heath Lane The fingerpost on the right indicates a bridleway to another Roman road, King Street, to the east.
Ermine Street (High Dike) at the junction with Heath Lane
The fingerpost on the right indicates a bridleway to another Roman road, King Street, to the east.
Show me another place!

Duke's Covert is located at Grid Ref: SK9742 (Lat: 52.968287, Lng: -0.54305473)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.9665785/-0.5495416
Copper Hill Farm
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Copper Hill
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E2
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Holding Position Type: runway
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