Diana's Wood

Downs, Moorland in Cornwall

England

Diana's Wood

Bosinver Farm A view across the valley that separates Bosinver from Tregongeeves Farm. Bosinver Farm is now run as a self catering holiday business.
Bosinver Farm Credit: Alan Hunt

Diana's Wood is a picturesque area located in Cornwall, England. Nestled amidst the Downs and Moorland, it offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty and tranquility. Covering a vast expanse of land, the wood is characterized by its dense and diverse vegetation, comprising predominantly of deciduous trees such as oak, beech, and ash. These trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter to the flora and fauna that call Diana's Wood their home.

The wood is known for its enchanting walking trails, which wind through the forest, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its hidden treasures. The pathways are well-maintained, ensuring ease of access for hikers of all abilities. As visitors delve deeper into the wood, they are greeted by the gentle rustling of leaves and the sweet songs of various bird species, including the melodious robin and the elusive nightingale.

Diana's Wood is also home to a diverse range of wildlife. Keen-eyed visitors may spot a red squirrel darting between the trees or a family of deer grazing quietly in a clearing. The wood is also rich in insect life, with butterflies and dragonflies adding vibrant splashes of color to the landscape.

Amidst the natural beauty lies the remnants of an ancient settlement, believed to date back to the Iron Age. Archaeological enthusiasts can discover the history of the area by exploring the ruins of stone circles and burial mounds, providing a fascinating insight into the lives of those who once called Diana's Wood their home.

Overall, Diana's Wood in Cornwall is a captivating destination that offers a peaceful retreat for nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and those seeking solace in the embrace of the great outdoors.

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Diana's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.31208/-4.8295144 or Grid Reference SW9849. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bosinver Farm A view across the valley that separates Bosinver from Tregongeeves Farm. Bosinver Farm is now run as a self catering holiday business.
Bosinver Farm
A view across the valley that separates Bosinver from Tregongeeves Farm. Bosinver Farm is now run as a self catering holiday business.
Bosinver Farm The fishing lake in the valley to the east of the farm.
Bosinver Farm
The fishing lake in the valley to the east of the farm.
Bosinver Farm One of the self catering apartments on this former farm.
Bosinver Farm
One of the self catering apartments on this former farm.
Polgooth Village The road running through the village towards London Apprentice.
Polgooth Village
The road running through the village towards London Apprentice.
Overbridge in the cutting A390 west of Sticker
Overbridge in the cutting
A390 west of Sticker
Top of the hill near Trelowth
Top of the hill near Trelowth
Overbridge near Trelowth
Overbridge near Trelowth
The Polgooth Inn By the C18th the village of Polgooth had the richest mine in the United Kingdom.  The C16th century building which is now the inn was used as the Pay House for the mine.
The Polgooth Inn
By the C18th the village of Polgooth had the richest mine in the United Kingdom. The C16th century building which is now the inn was used as the Pay House for the mine.
The car park at the Polgooth Inn
The car park at the Polgooth Inn
Farmland, Creed Recently cultivated land seen from the footpath at Pengelly.
Farmland, Creed
Recently cultivated land seen from the footpath at Pengelly.
Farmland, St Ewe Recently cultivated land to the east of the road at Hewas Farm.
Farmland, St Ewe
Recently cultivated land to the east of the road at Hewas Farm.
Pasture, St Ewe Fields to east of Luney Barton.
Pasture, St Ewe
Fields to east of Luney Barton.
Farmland, St Ewe Like many in the area at the time, a recently cut silage field at Bosue.
Farmland, St Ewe
Like many in the area at the time, a recently cut silage field at Bosue.
Fore Street approaching Hewas Water
Fore Street approaching Hewas Water
Welcome to Sticker
Welcome to Sticker
Crossroads
Crossroads
Glenleigh Park bus stop
Glenleigh Park bus stop
Pasture, St Ewe Sheep north of the lane east of Rescorla.
Pasture, St Ewe
Sheep north of the lane east of Rescorla.
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Diana's Wood is located at Grid Ref: SW9849 (Lat: 50.31208, Lng: -4.8295144)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.31208,-4.8295144
Place Of Worship
Paramore Chapel
Node Id: 715772594
Religion: christian
Source Name: OS Open Local Important Buildings Layer
Lat/Long: 50.312993/-4.8325781
Wheal Commerce
Historic: mine
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 50.3132289/-4.8270216
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 50.3150103/-4.8339173
Barrier: swing_gate
Lat/Long: 50.311126/-4.8227758
Sticker Down
Description: OS trig pillar
Ele: 120.396
Man Made: survey_point
Note: Accurate location import for imagery offset calibration. Please do not move.
Ref: SX06/12
Source: Ordnance Survey (OGL)
Survey Point: pillar
Lat/Long: 50.3147541/-4.8295135
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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