Abbot's Wood

Wood, Forest in Northamptonshire

England

Abbot's Wood

A47(T) to Cook's Hole, west of Wansford View from the stream under the A47(T) looking WSW towards Cook's Hole.
A47(T) to Cook's Hole, west of Wansford Credit: Julian Dowse

Abbot's Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Northamptonshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, the wood is situated on the outskirts of the small village of Abbot's Salford. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers.

The wood is primarily composed of broad-leaved trees, including oak, ash, and beech, which create a dense and lush canopy during the summer months. The forest floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, adding a burst of color to the landscape. A network of well-maintained footpaths and trails crisscrosses the wood, allowing visitors to explore its beauty and tranquility.

Abbot's Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a haven for nature lovers. The dense foliage provides shelter for numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. Squirrels can be seen scurrying among the trees, while deer and foxes occasionally make an appearance.

The wood has a rich historical background, with evidence of human activity dating back centuries. It is believed that monks from the nearby Evesham Abbey once managed the wood, hence its name. Today, remnants of ancient structures, such as a stone wall and a small pond, can still be found within the woodland, adding an intriguing touch to its atmosphere.

Abbot's Wood offers a peaceful and idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a birdwatching expedition, or simply a moment of solitude in nature's embrace, this woodland provides a serene and enchanting experience for all who visit.

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Abbot's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.597424/-0.43140888 or Grid Reference TF0601. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A47(T) to Cook's Hole, west of Wansford View from the stream under the A47(T) looking WSW towards Cook's Hole.
A47(T) to Cook's Hole, west of Wansford
View from the stream under the A47(T) looking WSW towards Cook's Hole.
A47(T) & field, west of Wansford Looking west.
A47(T) & field, west of Wansford
Looking west.
Sibberton Lodge, west of Wansford From the A47(T), looking north to Sibberton Lodge.
Sibberton Lodge, west of Wansford
From the A47(T), looking north to Sibberton Lodge.
Little Chef now derelict on A1 A sad end to what was one of the very first Little Chef motorists' restaurants that opened in the early 1960s. The view is looking north, with the ex restaurant on the west side of the carriageway, by one of the turn-offs to Wansford.
Little Chef now derelict on A1
A sad end to what was one of the very first Little Chef motorists' restaurants that opened in the early 1960s. The view is looking north, with the ex restaurant on the west side of the carriageway, by one of the turn-offs to Wansford.
Interesting gatepiers What looks like a pair of 14th century columns from a church arcade serving as gatepiers to a house on the Old North Road at Wansford
Interesting gatepiers
What looks like a pair of 14th century columns from a church arcade serving as gatepiers to a house on the Old North Road at Wansford
Old North Road A house dated 1850 on the Old North Road at Wansford, recently refurbished and for sale
Old North Road
A house dated 1850 on the Old North Road at Wansford, recently refurbished and for sale
House on the Old North Road Attractive, recently refurbished Victorian house on the Old Great North Road at Wansford.
House on the Old North Road
Attractive, recently refurbished Victorian house on the Old Great North Road at Wansford.
Water pump Old pump by the Great North Road at Wansford
Water pump
Old pump by the Great North Road at Wansford
Quarry near Wansford A quiet limestone quarry, reverting back to its natural state with bushes starting to grow. A typical landscape scene of the area
Quarry near Wansford
A quiet limestone quarry, reverting back to its natural state with bushes starting to grow. A typical landscape scene of the area
Cats at work Two caterpillar excavators working a bench of limestone. The lower machine is extracting the stone and passing it up to the other machine which is feeding a stone crusher.
Cats at work
Two caterpillar excavators working a bench of limestone. The lower machine is extracting the stone and passing it up to the other machine which is feeding a stone crusher.
Subway entrance under the A47 at Wansford Taken from the Old North Road.
Subway entrance under the A47 at Wansford
Taken from the Old North Road.
A47(T) junction, Toll Bar Cottage Looking south to the A47(T). Bedford Purlieus woodland is in the right (SW) of the picture.
A47(T) junction, Toll Bar Cottage
Looking south to the A47(T). Bedford Purlieus woodland is in the right (SW) of the picture.
Near Oaks Cottage & Thornhaugh Hall Outside Oaks Cottage looking east towards Thornhaugh Hall. The Hall lies out of sight behind a stone wall.
Near Oaks Cottage & Thornhaugh Hall
Outside Oaks Cottage looking east towards Thornhaugh Hall. The Hall lies out of sight behind a stone wall.
West of Thornhaugh Looking east towards Thornhaugh.
West of Thornhaugh
Looking east towards Thornhaugh.
Parish Church of St Andrew, Thornhaugh From the road looking north.
Parish Church of St Andrew, Thornhaugh
From the road looking north.
A1, near Thornhaugh The A1 dominates this grid square. This was taken looking north, towards Wittering and Stamford.
A1, near Thornhaugh
The A1 dominates this grid square. This was taken looking north, towards Wittering and Stamford.
Water Tower RAF Wittering
Water Tower RAF Wittering
Abbot's Wood The wood is surrounded by a deer fence to prevent the animals from entering to devour tender young shoots.
Abbot's Wood
The wood is surrounded by a deer fence to prevent the animals from entering to devour tender young shoots.
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Abbot's Wood is located at Grid Ref: TF0601 (Lat: 52.597424, Lng: -0.43140888)

Division: Soke of Peterborough

Unitary Authority: Peterborough

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Located within 500m of 52.597424,-0.43140888
Barrier: kissing_gate
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Lat/Long: 52.5997214/-0.4302277
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