Bitchfield Wood

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire South Kesteven

England

Bitchfield Wood

Bridleway approaching Ingoldsby Wood The Danelaw Way one third of its distance from Stamford to Lincoln.
Bridleway approaching Ingoldsby Wood Credit: Tim Heaton

Bitchfield Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Spanning an area of approximately 100 acres, this woodland is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. Situated near the village of Bitchfield, it is easily accessible to both locals and visitors alike.

The wood is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy overhead. This provides shelter and habitat for a wide variety of wildlife, making Bitchfield Wood a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells during the spring season, adding a splash of color to the surroundings.

Tranquil walking trails meander through the wood, enabling visitors to explore its enchanting corners. These paths offer a chance to observe the local flora and fauna up close, with the possibility of spotting deer, squirrels, foxes, and a plethora of bird species. It is a popular destination for family outings, dog walking, and nature photography.

Bitchfield Wood is managed by a local conservation organization, ensuring the preservation of its natural features and protecting its biodiversity. The wood is open to the public throughout the year, allowing visitors to enjoy its tranquility and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.

Overall, Bitchfield Wood is a captivating woodland retreat offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its lush vegetation, abundant wildlife, and well-maintained trails make it a cherished destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful connection with the natural world.

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Bitchfield Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.838565/-0.53037102 or Grid Reference SK9927. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridleway approaching Ingoldsby Wood The Danelaw Way one third of its distance from Stamford to Lincoln.
Bridleway approaching Ingoldsby Wood
The Danelaw Way one third of its distance from Stamford to Lincoln.
Bridleway north of Osgodby Coppice Taking the Danelaw Way across the flat Kesteven Uplands.
Bridleway north of Osgodby Coppice
Taking the Danelaw Way across the flat Kesteven Uplands.
The Danelaw Way running north along the edge of Osgodby Coppice A 60 mile route connecting Lincoln and Stamford, two of the ancient boroughs of the Viking Danelaw. Not yet marked on OS maps (Sept 2021), its route can be found at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://ldwa.org.uk/ldp/members/show_path.php?path_name=Danelaw+Way" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://ldwa.org.uk/ldp/members/show_path.php?path_name=Danelaw+Way">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>
The Danelaw Way running north along the edge of Osgodby Coppice
A 60 mile route connecting Lincoln and Stamford, two of the ancient boroughs of the Viking Danelaw. Not yet marked on OS maps (Sept 2021), its route can be found at LinkExternal link
Westby Road approaching Lownd Wood The Dictionaries of the Scots Language lists 'Lownd' as a variant (possibly past participle) of 'Lown', meaning calm (of weather), sheltered, peaceful <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.dsl.ac.uk/entry/snd/lown" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.dsl.ac.uk/entry/snd/lown">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> . It may also be a family name.
Westby Road approaching Lownd Wood
The Dictionaries of the Scots Language lists 'Lownd' as a variant (possibly past participle) of 'Lown', meaning calm (of weather), sheltered, peaceful LinkExternal link . It may also be a family name.
Houses on Corby Road, Bitchfield Another one for unpleasant sounding names.
Houses on Corby Road, Bitchfield
Another one for unpleasant sounding names.
Corby Road, Bitchfield
Corby Road, Bitchfield
Corby Road, Bitchfield
Corby Road, Bitchfield
Corby Road, Bolton-le-Coggles
Corby Road, Bolton-le-Coggles
The B1176, Bitchfield
The B1176, Bitchfield
Farmland at Corby Pasture The map shows a farm track here but, although there are tractor tracks along the edge of the field, the track has been ploughed up and has become part of the field.
Farmland at Corby Pasture
The map shows a farm track here but, although there are tractor tracks along the edge of the field, the track has been ploughed up and has become part of the field.
Camp Lane off Irnham Road This green road meets the B1176 in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SK9826">SK9826</a> near Burton-le-Coggles. The sign on Irnham Road says it's a "Restricted Byway".
Camp Lane off Irnham Road
This green road meets the B1176 in SK9826 near Burton-le-Coggles. The sign on Irnham Road says it's a "Restricted Byway".
Footpath to Scotland Scotland Lane and Scotland House are at the other end of this footpath.
Footpath to Scotland
Scotland Lane and Scotland House are at the other end of this footpath.
Buildings at Ingoldsby Grange
Buildings at Ingoldsby Grange
Far Old Park Wood The wood across the horizon more or less fills the southern half of this square. To the left it falls away down the contours into <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TF0127">TF0127</a>. The crop in the field is wheat, growing away strongly despite the soil being very dry. The view is from the bridleway, which follows the edge of Osgodby Coppice, in the north eastern corner of the square.
Far Old Park Wood
The wood across the horizon more or less fills the southern half of this square. To the left it falls away down the contours into TF0127. The crop in the field is wheat, growing away strongly despite the soil being very dry. The view is from the bridleway, which follows the edge of Osgodby Coppice, in the north eastern corner of the square.
Osgodby Coppice This piece of mixed woodland sits across the confluence of four squares. The bridleway follows the edge of the trees into the next square north where it crosses the fields on its way to Ingoldsby, in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TF0130">TF0130</a>.
Osgodby Coppice
This piece of mixed woodland sits across the confluence of four squares. The bridleway follows the edge of the trees into the next square north where it crosses the fields on its way to Ingoldsby, in TF0130.
From Osgodby Coppice Looking east from the bridleway that skirts Osgodby Coppice, a panorama of Lincolnshire farmland opens up. The nearest field is down to wheat and falls away to the square boundary and Osgodby Manor Farm in the valley beyond. The fields of oil seed rape, on both sides of the East Glen River, dominate the scene.
From Osgodby Coppice
Looking east from the bridleway that skirts Osgodby Coppice, a panorama of Lincolnshire farmland opens up. The nearest field is down to wheat and falls away to the square boundary and Osgodby Manor Farm in the valley beyond. The fields of oil seed rape, on both sides of the East Glen River, dominate the scene.
Farmland near Ingoldsby Grange At the corner of Osgodby Coppice the bridleway crosses this field a bridge over a stream in the centre of the photograph. The cows are all heading towards the stream to drink.
The north eastern corner of the square is just beyond the second rape field in the band of woodland to the right .
Farmland near Ingoldsby Grange
At the corner of Osgodby Coppice the bridleway crosses this field a bridge over a stream in the centre of the photograph. The cows are all heading towards the stream to drink. The north eastern corner of the square is just beyond the second rape field in the band of woodland to the right .
Bridleway at Osgodby Coppice Looking west towards <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SK9927">SK9927</a> and Colley Holts, the woodland in the distance.
Bridleway at Osgodby Coppice
Looking west towards SK9927 and Colley Holts, the woodland in the distance.
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Bitchfield Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK9927 (Lat: 52.838565, Lng: -0.53037102)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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