Baulk Wood

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Baulk Wood

Hayley Wood Nature Reserve Spring!
Hayley Wood Nature Reserve Credit: mym

Baulk Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this woodland is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, walkers, and those seeking a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The woodland is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, and beech, creating a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, adding a splash of color to the surroundings.

Several walking trails wind their way through Baulk Wood, allowing visitors to explore its beauty. These paths lead to hidden clearings, where one can take a moment to relax and appreciate the natural splendor. A small stream meanders through the woodland, enhancing its charm and providing a refreshing spot to rest.

Baulk Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including birds like woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. Squirrels scamper among the branches, while rabbits and foxes can occasionally be spotted darting through the undergrowth. The woodland also supports a variety of insects, such as butterflies and dragonflies, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Managed by local authorities, Baulk Wood is well-maintained and offers facilities such as picnic areas and benches, ensuring visitors have a comfortable and enjoyable experience. With its tranquil atmosphere, scenic beauty, and abundant wildlife, Baulk Wood is a true gem in the heart of Cambridgeshire.

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Baulk Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.146369/-0.12335681 or Grid Reference TL2851. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hayley Wood Nature Reserve Spring!
Hayley Wood Nature Reserve
Spring!
Hayley Wood Nature Reserve The NE Bluebell Walk.
Hayley Wood Nature Reserve
The NE Bluebell Walk.
East Hatley, St Denys <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/easthatley.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/easthatley.htm">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>
East Hatley, St Denys
Hatley St George, St George <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/hatleygeorge.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/hatleygeorge.htm">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>
Hatley St George, St George
Church Porch of St Denis, East Hatley <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.hatley.info/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.hatley.info/">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> :
"A feature of the Hatleys is that the more important buildings were once surrounded by moats. These can still be seen, especially in East Hatley. St. Denis church retains its moat and other moats can be seen from the road near Manor Barn and The Palace."
Church Porch of St Denis, East Hatley
LinkExternal link : "A feature of the Hatleys is that the more important buildings were once surrounded by moats. These can still be seen, especially in East Hatley. St. Denis church retains its moat and other moats can be seen from the road near Manor Barn and The Palace."
Buff Wood, East Hatley One of the earliest woodland nature reserves was Buff Wood (East Hatley), selected by the late Humphrey Gilbert-Carter in 1946 for purchase by Cambridge University.
Buff Wood, East Hatley
One of the earliest woodland nature reserves was Buff Wood (East Hatley), selected by the late Humphrey Gilbert-Carter in 1946 for purchase by Cambridge University.
Possibly a gate house to Hatley Park
Possibly a gate house to Hatley Park
Holbein's Farm
Holbein's Farm
Footpath to East Hatley
Footpath to East Hatley
Buff Wood SSSI A long-standing woodland listed as a representative of wet ash-maple and pedunculate oak-hazel/ash woodland, with typical ancient woodland plants. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.english-nature.org.uk/citation/citation_photo/1000205.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.english-nature.org.uk/citation/citation_photo/1000205.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>
Buff Wood SSSI
A long-standing woodland listed as a representative of wet ash-maple and pedunculate oak-hazel/ash woodland, with typical ancient woodland plants. LinkExternal link
Disk harrow parked in field
Disk harrow parked in field
The Green and Winding Road
The Green and Winding Road
Bar Lane Looking south-east across farmland from Bar Lane, Hatley St George.
Bar Lane
Looking south-east across farmland from Bar Lane, Hatley St George.
St George's Tower Converted water tower retained as a feature in the new business park to which it gives its name.
St George's Tower
Converted water tower retained as a feature in the new business park to which it gives its name.
St George's Church The body of the church is Perpendicular, but the chancel was rebuilt in 1875, when the whole church was restored.  The chancel, with its short transepts, was disused by 1970 and has since been demolished, the east end now being closed by this plain window and new wall within the original chancel arch of two chamfered orders.

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St George's Church
The body of the church is Perpendicular, but the chancel was rebuilt in 1875, when the whole church was restored. The chancel, with its short transepts, was disused by 1970 and has since been demolished, the east end now being closed by this plain window and new wall within the original chancel arch of two chamfered orders. LinkExternal link
We are not amused! Label stop by the north door of St George's Church.  Traditionally these stops are caricatures of the reigning monarch and current bishop (thanks to Richard Croft for pointing out this custom).  The church was restored in 1875, so this sour-faced queen must be Victoria.
We are not amused!
Label stop by the north door of St George's Church. Traditionally these stops are caricatures of the reigning monarch and current bishop (thanks to Richard Croft for pointing out this custom). The church was restored in 1875, so this sour-faced queen must be Victoria.
Bishop Woodford Label stop by the north door of St George's Church.  Traditionally these stops are caricatures of the reigning monarch and current bishop (thanks to Richard Croft for pointing out this custom).  The church was restored in 1875, so this must be Bishop James Russell Woodford of Ely.
Bishop Woodford
Label stop by the north door of St George's Church. Traditionally these stops are caricatures of the reigning monarch and current bishop (thanks to Richard Croft for pointing out this custom). The church was restored in 1875, so this must be Bishop James Russell Woodford of Ely.
The Interpretative Centre, Hayley Wood Situated roughly in the centre of the wood, at a crossing point of the main rides, this shelter contains information boards describing the long recorded history of the wood, and the extensive flora and fauna present. The plaque records that the building was commissioned on 19th September 1991.
The Interpretative Centre, Hayley Wood
Situated roughly in the centre of the wood, at a crossing point of the main rides, this shelter contains information boards describing the long recorded history of the wood, and the extensive flora and fauna present. The plaque records that the building was commissioned on 19th September 1991.
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Baulk Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL2851 (Lat: 52.146369, Lng: -0.12335681)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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