Lady Wood

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire South Kesteven

England

Lady Wood

Stanton's Pit
Stanton's Pit Credit: Bob Harvey

Lady Wood is a small but significant woodland area located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 15 hectares, it is situated near the village of Wood, offering a serene and picturesque environment for nature enthusiasts.

The wood is characterized by a diverse range of tree species, including oak, ash, birch, and beech, which create a dense and vibrant canopy. The undergrowth is rich in flora, boasting bluebells, primroses, and wild garlic, adding a splash of color to the woodland floor during the spring season.

Lady Wood is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a haven for both birdwatchers and animal lovers. Visitors may catch a glimpse of roe deer, badgers, and foxes roaming freely, while the wood's avian residents include woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The tranquil atmosphere and abundance of fauna and flora make it an ideal location for leisurely walks, photography, and nature study.

The wood is well-preserved and managed by local authorities, ensuring its natural beauty and biodiversity are protected. It also serves as an important site for environmental education and research, attracting students and scientists interested in studying woodland ecosystems.

Access to Lady Wood is provided by well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its wonders while respecting the delicate balance of nature. It offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing individuals to reconnect with nature and appreciate the beauty of this enchanting woodland in the heart of Lincolnshire.

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Lady Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.755368/-0.44771639 or Grid Reference TF0418. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stanton's Pit
Stanton's Pit
View north from near Scottlethorpe Grange The road to Scottlethorpe runs across a valley in the middle distance and (invisibly) through the woods on the horizon
View north from near Scottlethorpe Grange
The road to Scottlethorpe runs across a valley in the middle distance and (invisibly) through the woods on the horizon
Track  to Hale House Plantation, Grimsthorpe Estate This may not be a right of way, I seem to have lost the cycle track.
Track to Hale House Plantation, Grimsthorpe Estate
This may not be a right of way, I seem to have lost the cycle track.
Looking across barley fields towards Scottlethorpe Grange
Looking across barley fields towards Scottlethorpe Grange
Woods of Grimsthorpe Estate from Hale House Road
Woods of Grimsthorpe Estate from Hale House Road
Track past Kennel Plantation, Grimsthorpe Estate The wooden sign below the tree to the left of the track is one of a number of signs indicating a bicycle track.
Track past Kennel Plantation, Grimsthorpe Estate
The wooden sign below the tree to the left of the track is one of a number of signs indicating a bicycle track.
End of Halehouse Road at Hale House ruin, Grimsthorpe Estate Public access along the road/track leading south west from Scottlethorpe along the east side of Grimsthorpe Park ends here (the track turns left into a shooting range). However, other tracks do allow egress to Little Bytham.
End of Halehouse Road at Hale House ruin, Grimsthorpe Estate
Public access along the road/track leading south west from Scottlethorpe along the east side of Grimsthorpe Park ends here (the track turns left into a shooting range). However, other tracks do allow egress to Little Bytham.
Cottages, Witham on the Hill At the entrance to this attractive village, on the road from Little Bytham
Cottages, Witham on the Hill
At the entrance to this attractive village, on the road from Little Bytham
Witham Hall, Witham on the Hill Dating from the 18th C. Now a preparatory school
Witham Hall, Witham on the Hill
Dating from the 18th C. Now a preparatory school
Sunday cricket, Witham on the Hill
Sunday cricket, Witham on the Hill
Bridleway northwards down Fountains Hill Many of the fields in this area had been harvested by mid July
Bridleway northwards down Fountains Hill
Many of the fields in this area had been harvested by mid July
Bridleway north from Witham on the Hill A good bridleway runs north from Witham on the Hill to the disused railway track at Elder Wood
Bridleway north from Witham on the Hill
A good bridleway runs north from Witham on the Hill to the disused railway track at Elder Wood
View to Elderwood Cottage From the bridleway running north from Witham on the Hill
View to Elderwood Cottage
From the bridleway running north from Witham on the Hill
View NE along disused railway track near Dobbin's Wood Part of an extensive former railway line running about 30 km W-E from Wymondham to Bourne. I'm not sure of its Right of Way status
View NE along disused railway track near Dobbin's Wood
Part of an extensive former railway line running about 30 km W-E from Wymondham to Bourne. I'm not sure of its Right of Way status
View north along edge of Dobbin's Wood
View north along edge of Dobbin's Wood
View south across hay field towards Dog Kennel Wood Taken from the disused railway track on the southern edge of Dobbin's Wood
View south across hay field towards Dog Kennel Wood
Taken from the disused railway track on the southern edge of Dobbin's Wood
Track crossing disused railway View east along disused railway, with track crossing from Hale House (left) to Little Bytham Lodge (right).
Track crossing disused railway
View east along disused railway, with track crossing from Hale House (left) to Little Bytham Lodge (right).
Witham-on-the-Hill stocks Witham-on-the-Hill stocks: an ancient relic of the village's past; the roof  preserves what is left of the planks that form the stocks -- legs securely padlocked, when they were in use.
Witham-on-the-Hill stocks
Witham-on-the-Hill stocks: an ancient relic of the village's past; the roof preserves what is left of the planks that form the stocks -- legs securely padlocked, when they were in use.
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Lady Wood is located at Grid Ref: TF0418 (Lat: 52.755368, Lng: -0.44771639)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Located within 500m of 52.755368,-0.44771639
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Lat/Long: 52.7517321/-0.4439925
Home Bottom Farm
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Lat/Long: 52.7545076/-0.4469459
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