High Wood

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

High Wood

Water pipeline equipment, Waterwell Lane Some sort of gate valve? set on Anglian Water's new Lincoln to Ancaster Pipeline; part of their strategy to manage water distribution over a very dry part of the country <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://planning.southkesteven.gov.uk/SKDC/S20-1907/1879442.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://planning.southkesteven.gov.uk/SKDC/S20-1907/1879442.pdf">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>
Water pipeline equipment, Waterwell Lane Credit: Tim Heaton

High Wood is a small woodland located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. Situated near the village of Wood, it covers an area of approximately 20 hectares. The wood is primarily composed of broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and birch, creating a diverse and picturesque landscape.

High Wood is known for its rich biodiversity, providing a habitat for various species of wildlife. The woodland is home to a wide range of birds, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, as well as mammals such as deer, foxes, and squirrels. The forest floor is covered in a carpet of bluebells and other wildflowers during the spring, creating a vibrant and colorful display.

The wood offers several walking trails for visitors to explore its natural beauty. These trails wind through the trees, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the peaceful and serene atmosphere of the woodland. There are also picnic areas and benches dotted throughout the wood, providing opportunities for visitors to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

High Wood holds historical significance as well. It is believed to have been part of the ancient Forest of Kesteven, which covered a large area of Lincolnshire during medieval times. The wood has been managed by local authorities to preserve its natural beauty and protect its wildlife.

Overall, High Wood in Lincolnshire is a charming and tranquil woodland, offering a haven for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat amidst the beauty of the natural world.

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High Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.005199/-0.49538764 or Grid Reference TF0146. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Water pipeline equipment, Waterwell Lane Some sort of gate valve? set on Anglian Water's new Lincoln to Ancaster Pipeline; part of their strategy to manage water distribution over a very dry part of the country <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://planning.southkesteven.gov.uk/SKDC/S20-1907/1879442.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://planning.southkesteven.gov.uk/SKDC/S20-1907/1879442.pdf">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>
Water pipeline equipment, Waterwell Lane
Some sort of gate valve? set on Anglian Water's new Lincoln to Ancaster Pipeline; part of their strategy to manage water distribution over a very dry part of the country LinkExternal link
Thorpe Drove climbing the flank of Cliff Hill At the eastern end of the Ancaster Gap
Thorpe Drove climbing the flank of Cliff Hill
At the eastern end of the Ancaster Gap
Thorpe Drove leading to South Rauceby Waterwell lane to the left, and Cliffe View to the right.
Thorpe Drove leading to South Rauceby
Waterwell lane to the left, and Cliffe View to the right.
The Bustard Inn, South Rauceby Listed Grade II, from 1860 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://thebustardinn.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://thebustardinn.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>. But the last bustard in Britain died in the 1830s, so when did the inn get its name?
The Bustard Inn, South Rauceby
Listed Grade II, from 1860 LinkExternal link. But the last bustard in Britain died in the 1830s, so when did the inn get its name?
70 Main Street, South Rauceby Listed Grade II, a former early 19th century tower mill <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1061775?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1061775?section=official-list-entry">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>
70 Main Street, South Rauceby
Listed Grade II, a former early 19th century tower mill LinkExternal link
Track running towards Waterwell Lane
Track running towards Waterwell Lane
Waterwell Lane heading east towards South Rauceby The footpath runs south-west to Wilford
Waterwell Lane heading east towards South Rauceby
The footpath runs south-west to Wilford
Field of carrots south of Waterwell Lane Carrots prefer a sandy, stone-free soil, provided here by Quaternary sand deposits in the Ancaster Gap.
Field of carrots south of Waterwell Lane
Carrots prefer a sandy, stone-free soil, provided here by Quaternary sand deposits in the Ancaster Gap.
Waterwell Lane Remnants of a Lincolnshire Limestone dry stone wall bound long sections of the north side of the lane.
Waterwell Lane
Remnants of a Lincolnshire Limestone dry stone wall bound long sections of the north side of the lane.
Church Lane Looking E towards Century Plantation
Church Lane
Looking E towards Century Plantation
Church Lane, Rauceby Looking S
Church Lane, Rauceby
Looking S
Quiet lane Along this road dog walkers panic when a car approaches
Quiet lane
Along this road dog walkers panic when a car approaches
Footpath off Waterwell Lane Footpath to Church Lane heading off Waterwell Lane
Footpath off Waterwell Lane
Footpath to Church Lane heading off Waterwell Lane
Footpath off Church Lane Footpath heading to Ermine Street Farm off Church Lane
Footpath off Church Lane
Footpath heading to Ermine Street Farm off Church Lane
Church Lane footpath Footpath north from Church Lane to Ermine Street Farm
Church Lane footpath
Footpath north from Church Lane to Ermine Street Farm
Footpath off Church Lane A permissive path which loops to North Rauceby.
Footpath off Church Lane
A permissive path which loops to North Rauceby.
Track to Ermine Street Farm Not a public right of way but taken from a permissive path.
Track to Ermine Street Farm
Not a public right of way but taken from a permissive path.
Track to Ermine Street Farm Not a public right of way.
Track to Ermine Street Farm
Not a public right of way.
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High Wood is located at Grid Ref: TF0146 (Lat: 53.005199, Lng: -0.49538764)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Located within 500m of 53.005199,-0.49538764
Lodge Farm
Place: farm
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.0014193/-0.4948952
Highwood Cottage
Place: isolated_dwelling
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.0037788/-0.4911044
Lodge Farm Cottage
Place: isolated_dwelling
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.0015866/-0.4964463
Woodside Farm
Place: farm
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.0076001/-0.5012629
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 53.0033701/-0.4983759
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