Ailby Wood

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire East Lindsey

England

Ailby Wood

Cropmarks in a field at Ailby: aerial 2021
Cropmarks in a field at Ailby: aerial 2021 Credit: Simon Tomson

Ailby Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated near the village of Ailby, it covers an area of approximately 50 acres and is known for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. The wood is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, ash, and birch, which create a stunning canopy of foliage during the warmer months.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its many hidden treasures. These paths wind through the woodland, offering glimpses of enchanting wildflowers, vibrant mosses, and a variety of ferns that flourish in the damp, shaded areas. Birdwatchers will also find a haven in Ailby Wood, as it is home to a diverse range of avian species, including woodpeckers, finches, and owls.

In addition to its natural wonders, Ailby Wood also holds historical significance. The wood has been a part of the local landscape for centuries, and remnants of ancient settlements and burial mounds can still be found within its borders. These archaeological features offer a glimpse into the area's past and add a sense of intrigue and mystery to the wood.

Ailby Wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and those seeking a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its peaceful atmosphere, stunning scenery, and rich wildlife make it a true gem in the Lincolnshire countryside.

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Ailby Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.268196/0.1359086 or Grid Reference TF4276. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cropmarks in a field at Ailby: aerial 2021
Cropmarks in a field at Ailby: aerial 2021
Limestone quarry at South Thorseby: aerial 2022
Limestone quarry at South Thorseby: aerial 2022
Waterway near the Old Gatehouse, SE of Swinn Wood: aerial 2022
Waterway near the Old Gatehouse, SE of Swinn Wood: aerial 2022
Dog-leg in Viking Link cable near Rigsby Wood: aerial 2022 Viking Link is a 1,400 MW HVDC submarine power cable under construction between the United Kingdom and Denmark. See: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viking_Link" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viking_Link">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>

It comes onshore south of Sandilands (alongside Boy Grift Drain) and is to finish at Bicker Fen substation.

See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7292244">TF4275 : Viking Link cable installation SE of Haugh: aerial 2022 </a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6818182">TF3674 : Red Hill, Brinkhill and Viking Link cable run from Sandilands: aerial 2021</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6818114">TF3973 : Viking Link cable run passing Ulceby cross: aerial 2021</a>.
Dog-leg in Viking Link cable near Rigsby Wood: aerial 2022
Viking Link is a 1,400 MW HVDC submarine power cable under construction between the United Kingdom and Denmark. See: LinkExternal link It comes onshore south of Sandilands (alongside Boy Grift Drain) and is to finish at Bicker Fen substation. See also TF4275 : Viking Link cable installation SE of Haugh: aerial 2022 , TF3674 : Red Hill, Brinkhill and Viking Link cable run from Sandilands: aerial 2021 and TF3973 : Viking Link cable run passing Ulceby cross: aerial 2021.
Soil Mark on field NE of Haugh: aerial 2022
Soil Mark on field NE of Haugh: aerial 2022
Viking Link cable installation SE of Haugh: aerial 2022  Viking Link is a 1,400 MW HVDC submarine power cable under construction between the United Kingdom and Denmark. See: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viking_Link" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viking_Link">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>

It comes onshore south of Sandilands (alongside Boy Grift Drain) and is to finish at Bicker Fen substation.

See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7292237">TF4276 : Dog-leg in Viking Link cable near Rigsby Wood: aerial 2022</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6818182">TF3674 : Red Hill, Brinkhill and Viking Link cable run from Sandilands: aerial 2021</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6818114">TF3973 : Viking Link cable run passing Ulceby cross: aerial 2021</a>.
Viking Link cable installation SE of Haugh: aerial 2022
Viking Link is a 1,400 MW HVDC submarine power cable under construction between the United Kingdom and Denmark. See: LinkExternal link It comes onshore south of Sandilands (alongside Boy Grift Drain) and is to finish at Bicker Fen substation. See also TF4276 : Dog-leg in Viking Link cable near Rigsby Wood: aerial 2022, TF3674 : Red Hill, Brinkhill and Viking Link cable run from Sandilands: aerial 2021 and TF3973 : Viking Link cable run passing Ulceby cross: aerial 2021.
Track in Greenfield Wood Not a public right of way.
Track in Greenfield Wood
Not a public right of way.
Wheatfield off Greenfield Lane
Wheatfield off Greenfield Lane
Footpath to Tothby
Footpath to Tothby
Track to Tothby Manor A public footpath runs parallel to this beyond the hedge.
Track to Tothby Manor
A public footpath runs parallel to this beyond the hedge.
Across Aby to Mother Wood and a leisure facility: aerial 2023
Across Aby to Mother Wood and a leisure facility: aerial 2023
Rigsby Wood: aerial 2023
Rigsby Wood: aerial 2023
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (1) For explanation of blue quarry lakes see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k">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>
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (1)
For explanation of blue quarry lakes see LinkExternal link
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (2) For explanation of blue quarry lakes see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k">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>
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (2)
For explanation of blue quarry lakes see LinkExternal link
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (3) For explanation of blue quarry lakes see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k">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>
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (3)
For explanation of blue quarry lakes see LinkExternal link
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (4) For explanation of blue quarry lakes see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k">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>
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (4)
For explanation of blue quarry lakes see LinkExternal link
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (4)  For explanation of blue quarry lakes see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k">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>
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (4)
For explanation of blue quarry lakes see LinkExternal link
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Ailby Wood is located at Grid Ref: TF4276 (Lat: 53.268196, Lng: 0.1359086)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: East Lindsey

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

What 3 Words

///commander.gulped.caressing. Near Alford, Lincolnshire

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