Cow Hollow Wood

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Cow Hollow Wood

Clayhithe: Cam Sailing Club Blue sky and blue water on a bright and blowy July morning. The notice on the left prohibits fishing beyond it. — Clayhithe: Cam Sailing Club Credit: John Sutton

Cow Hollow Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the heart of Cambridgeshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers alike.

The wood is predominantly composed of a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, pine, and birch. These trees provide a lush canopy, creating a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere for visitors to enjoy. The woodland floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers during the spring and summer months, adding bursts of color to the landscape.

Numerous walking trails wind their way through the wood, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its hidden gems. These well-maintained paths are perfect for leisurely strolls or more adventurous hikes, catering to all fitness levels. In addition to the walking trails, Cow Hollow Wood also features designated picnic areas, allowing visitors to relax and unwind amidst the beauty of nature.

The wood is home to a rich variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a wide array of bird species. Nature enthusiasts will delight in the opportunity to observe and photograph these creatures in their natural habitat.

Cow Hollow Wood is easily accessible by car, with ample parking available nearby. Entrance to the wood is free of charge, making it an ideal destination for families, nature lovers, and individuals seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

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Cow Hollow Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.260115/0.19652111 or Grid Reference TL5064. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Clayhithe: Cam Sailing Club

Blue sky and blue water on a bright and blowy July morning. The notice on the left prohibits fishing beyond it.

John Sutton

Clayhithe: the Cam Conservancy quay and slipway

Looking downstream on a fine morning in late July. The Conservancy's weed harvester is moored at the north end of the quay, in the centre of the picture. The fence and gates at the quay are recent - TL5064 : Clayhithe: downstream in early March shows how things were in 2020.

John Sutton

Looking across the C.C polo ground

It was most unexpected to find a Polo ground out in the country beyond the village of Lode.

Malcolm Neal

Lug Fen Drove

This is almost the end of Lug Fen Drove. The road takes a right angle turn just ahead and the surface gets even worse.

Malcolm Neal

Clayhithe: the sun breaking through

Looking towards Clayhithe bridge and against the light at 12.30 on an October day whose morning had been cloudy, with persistent mist. In a few minutes the sky was blue and remained clear for the rest of a warm day.

John Sutton

Clayhithe: Cambridge Motor Boat Club

Cruisers, reflections and two busy men, with chalets and caravans in the background. The sun was just breaking through after a cloudy October morning with persistent mist.

John Sutton

Clayhithe: Cam Sailing Club

This October morning had been cloudy, with persistent mist, but after midday the sun showed signs of breaking through - and not long after this picture was taken the sky cleared and was blue for the rest of the day (see, for instance, TL4963 : Cruising down the Cam, taken half an hour later).

John Sutton

Clayhithe: moorings at Cambridge Motor Boat Club

Still waters and cloud about to clear after an overcast and misty early-autumn morning.

John Sutton

Oak leaves on the way to Horningsea

This bridle way is part of a network of paths and tracks linking Lode, Stow-cum-Quy and Horningsea (ahead) in The Fens north-east of Cambridge.

John Sutton

Moored near Clayhithe Bridge

A band of thick cloud which had obscured the sun for the previous quarter of an hour was moving south-eastwards on a very cold morning in early December.

John Sutton

Moored near Clayhithe

Reflections in still waters on a lovely January morning. Clayhithe Bridge is in the distance on the left.

John Sutton

Waterbeach: a King's Cross train at Bannold Road

A Sunday-morning train from King's Lynn approaching Bannold Road, which runs east from Waterbeach to Long Drove and Bottisham Lock. TL5065 : Waterbeach: Birmingham-bound at Bannold Road, taken less than a minute before, shows a northbound train. For more about the automatic half-barrier crossing, known as Bottisham Road by the railway, see Link

John Sutton

Waterbeach: Birmingham-bound at Bannold Road

A Sunday-morning train from Stansted Airport passing Bannold Road, which runs east from Waterbeach to Long Drove and Bottisham Lock. TL5065 : Waterbeach: a King's Cross train at Bannold Road, taken less than a minute later, shows a southbound train. For more about the automatic half-barrier crossing, known as Bottisham Road by the railway, see Link

John Sutton

Bottisham Sluice on a January morning

The notice advises foolish people not to climb, as the sluice's machinery can move without warning, or swim as there are strong currents.

John Sutton

Fishing at Bottisham Lock

A brilliantly sunny Sunday morning at the end of January. The sluice is to the right of the lock's guillotine gate.

John Sutton

A cyclist at Bottisham Lock

He was making for the right-bank path. I decided it looked as if it would be too claggy, so returned to Clayhithe by road, through Waterbeach.

John Sutton

Willow and calm water near Bottisham Lock

Looking towards the pumping station at the end of Bottisham Lode on a still and sparkling Sunday morning at the end of January.

John Sutton

Downstream from Clayhithe Bridge

The beer garden of The Bridge is on the left bank, the Cam Conservators' quay on the right. The picture was taken at about 10.30 on a brilliantly sunny Sunday morning at the end of January.

John Sutton

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Cow Hollow Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL5064 (Lat: 52.260115, Lng: 0.19652111)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire