Rough Pasture Wood

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire West Lindsey

England

Rough Pasture Wood

Newsham Lake, near Habrough: aerial 2022
Newsham Lake, near Habrough: aerial 2022 Credit: Simon Tomson

Rough Pasture Wood is a charming woodland located in the picturesque county of Lincolnshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this woodland is a haven for nature enthusiasts and offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The wood is predominantly made up of native broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, and beech, which create a rich and diverse ecosystem. The dense canopy provides shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife, including birds, small mammals, and insects. Visitors can expect to spot species such as woodpeckers, squirrels, and butterflies as they explore the wood's winding pathways.

Rough Pasture Wood is a popular destination for walkers, hikers, and nature lovers, offering numerous trails and footpaths that wind their way through the woodland. These paths allow visitors to fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area, with the opportunity to discover hidden clearings, babbling brooks, and ancient trees.

The wood is also home to a number of archaeological sites, including the remnants of an Iron Age settlement and a Roman road. These historical features serve as a reminder of the area's rich cultural heritage and provide a fascinating glimpse into the past.

Overall, Rough Pasture Wood is a captivating woodland that offers a tranquil retreat for those seeking a connection with nature. Its diverse ecosystem, scenic trails, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Rough Pasture Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.592207/-0.27715995 or Grid Reference TA1412. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Newsham Lake, near Habrough: aerial 2022
Newsham Lake, near Habrough: aerial 2022
Across Nuncotham to Keelby: aerial 2022 For Nuncotham Cistercian Priory see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6352204">TA1511 : Site of Nuncotham Cistercian Priory: aerial 2019 (1)</a> and <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.british-history.ac.uk/vch/lincs/vol2/pp151-153" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.british-history.ac.uk/vch/lincs/vol2/pp151-153">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>
Across Nuncotham to Keelby: aerial 2022
Habrough and railway crossing: aerial 2022 (1)
Habrough and railway crossing: aerial 2022 (1)
Habrough: aerial 2022
Habrough: aerial 2022
Newsham Lake and Bridge: aerial 2022
Newsham Lake and Bridge: aerial 2022
Open fields east of Habrough Lane
Open fields east of Habrough Lane
The beginning of the footpath to Stallingborough Adjacent to the eastbound platform at Habrough station.
The beginning of the footpath to Stallingborough
Adjacent to the eastbound platform at Habrough station.
Footbridge on the footpath from Habrough to Stallingborough The footpath runs alongside the railway for the entire distance.
Footbridge on the footpath from Habrough to Stallingborough
The footpath runs alongside the railway for the entire distance.
Bridleway to Habrough This bridleway starts as a metalled road in Keelby becomes a grassy track (as here) and ends up being an unmarked route between signposts across ploughed fields.
Bridleway to Habrough
This bridleway starts as a metalled road in Keelby becomes a grassy track (as here) and ends up being an unmarked route between signposts across ploughed fields.
Fallen Tree at Nuncotham This, like the ruins of Nuncotham Priory amidst which it once stood, will soon be lost to sight.
Fallen Tree at Nuncotham
This, like the ruins of Nuncotham Priory amidst which it once stood, will soon be lost to sight.
Bridleway to Habrough The farmer has driven his tractor across the field to mark the way.
Bridleway to Habrough
The farmer has driven his tractor across the field to mark the way.
Bridleway to Keelby At least the farmer has driven his tractor across this field to mark the way which isn't the case in the next field.
Bridleway to Keelby
At least the farmer has driven his tractor across this field to mark the way which isn't the case in the next field.
The Grange A neat grey brick farmhouse.
The Grange
A neat grey brick farmhouse.
Another bridleway to Keelby This one goes via New Farm Cottages.
Another bridleway to Keelby
This one goes via New Farm Cottages.
Field edge near Roxton Wood A wide verge has been left as well as an uncultivated area. The fringe of Roxton Wood can be seen on the right of the photograph, Foxhole Wood in the distance in the centre.
Field edge near Roxton Wood
A wide verge has been left as well as an uncultivated area. The fringe of Roxton Wood can be seen on the right of the photograph, Foxhole Wood in the distance in the centre.
A stile but no footpath Adjacent to the bridleway from Keelby to Habrough.
A stile but no footpath
Adjacent to the bridleway from Keelby to Habrough.
Looking back to Habrough On the footpath to Stallingborough.
Looking back to Habrough
On the footpath to Stallingborough.
Bridleway near Brocklesby The bridleway crosses through two ploughed fields and isn't easy to follow.
Bridleway near Brocklesby
The bridleway crosses through two ploughed fields and isn't easy to follow.
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Rough Pasture Wood is located at Grid Ref: TA1412 (Lat: 53.592207, Lng: -0.27715995)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: West Lindsey

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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