Helass Wood

Downs, Moorland in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Helass Wood

Whinny Knott
Whinny Knott Credit: David Brown

Helass Wood, located in Lancashire, is a picturesque area known for its diverse landscapes, encompassing downs and moorland. The wood is situated in the northwestern part of England, near the border with Yorkshire. Covering a significant area, Helass Wood offers visitors a unique experience with its varied terrain and natural beauty.

The downs in Helass Wood are characterized by gently rolling hills, covered in lush green grass. These open spaces provide an ideal setting for picnics, leisurely walks, and outdoor activities. The downs offer breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, allowing visitors to appreciate the scenic beauty of the area.

The wood also features stretches of moorland, which add an enchanting touch to the landscape. Moorland is characterized by vast expanses of heather, interspersed with scattered trees and shrubs. This terrain provides a habitat for a variety of plant and animal species, making it an excellent destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.

Helass Wood is home to a rich assortment of flora and fauna, including rare species such as the bilberry bumblebee and the northern brown argus butterfly. The wood is also known for its diverse bird population, with sightings of species like the curlew and the lapwing.

Visitors to Helass Wood can enjoy a range of activities, including hiking, birdwatching, and nature photography. The wood is equipped with well-maintained trails and picnic areas, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

In conclusion, Helass Wood in Lancashire offers a captivating blend of downs and moorland, providing visitors with a unique and immersive nature experience. Its diverse landscapes, rich biodiversity, and recreational opportunities make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

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Helass Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.308136/-2.9336862 or Grid Reference SD3990. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Whinny Knott
Whinny Knott
Blake Holme Blake Holme. Nice gate.
Blake Holme
Blake Holme. Nice gate.
A 592 As it passes under Blake Holme Plantation
A 592
As it passes under Blake Holme Plantation
On Bare Allotment Leaving the popular Gummer's How heading for Blake Holme Plantation.
On Bare Allotment
Leaving the popular Gummer's How heading for Blake Holme Plantation.
Birch Fell The top of Birch Fell is engulfed by trees.
Birch Fell
The top of Birch Fell is engulfed by trees.
Blake Holme Plantation Just north of Gummer's How. Helvellyn range in the distance.
Blake Holme Plantation
Just north of Gummer's How. Helvellyn range in the distance.
Larch Root Hundreds of old Larches have been blown over on the plantations around Gummer's How. This one has quite a sizable rock wedged in its roots.
Larch Root
Hundreds of old Larches have been blown over on the plantations around Gummer's How. This one has quite a sizable rock wedged in its roots.
Pine trees at Gummer's How
Pine trees at Gummer's How
Windblown Larches The vista North and West of Gummer's Howe looking up the lake as far as Belle Isle.
Windblown Larches
The vista North and West of Gummer's Howe looking up the lake as far as Belle Isle.
Blake Holm Plantation Blake Holm plantation in the foreground, Rawlinson Nab can be seen on the left hand side of the lake, further North is Ferry Nab with Esthwaite Water just visible above Bark House Wood.
Blake Holm Plantation
Blake Holm plantation in the foreground, Rawlinson Nab can be seen on the left hand side of the lake, further North is Ferry Nab with Esthwaite Water just visible above Bark House Wood.
Near the top of Birch Fell Mostly Larch and conifer and a few Birch but no paths. A forgotten paradise of sun and shade.
Near the top of Birch Fell
Mostly Larch and conifer and a few Birch but no paths. A forgotten paradise of sun and shade.
Bare Allotment north of Gummer's How Heading into Blake Holme Plantation.
Bare Allotment north of Gummer's How
Heading into Blake Holme Plantation.
Cows on Whinny Knott Looking over the Winster Valley to Whitbarrow Scar with Ingleborough and the western Dales fells beyond.
Cows on Whinny Knott
Looking over the Winster Valley to Whitbarrow Scar with Ingleborough and the western Dales fells beyond.
Sheep on Cawker How above the Winster Valley Looking over the scattered cottages and farmhouses of this quiet corner of Lakeland. The Howgill Fells are just visible on the skyline.
Sheep on Cawker How above the Winster Valley
Looking over the scattered cottages and farmhouses of this quiet corner of Lakeland. The Howgill Fells are just visible on the skyline.
The lane to Hartbarrow The footpath to the left leads towards Birch Fell, but does not reach the summit (which is in trees and difficult to locate).
The lane to Hartbarrow
The footpath to the left leads towards Birch Fell, but does not reach the summit (which is in trees and difficult to locate).
Wood anemones, Bare Allotment A brief time in the sun before the bracken overwhelms them again.
Wood anemones, Bare Allotment
A brief time in the sun before the bracken overwhelms them again.
Blake Holme Island - Windermere
Blake Holme Island - Windermere
Nesting on Costrells Rocks
Nesting on Costrells Rocks
Show me another place!

Helass Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD3990 (Lat: 54.308136, Lng: -2.9336862)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Located within 500m of 54.308136,-2.9336862
Moor How
Ele: 223.4
Is In Country Code: GB
Is In County: Cumbria
Is In Region: Lake District
Man Made: survey_point
Natural: peak
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 54.3113093/-2.9290815
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 54.3042172/-2.9320564
Barrier: lift_gate
Lat/Long: 54.3098045/-2.9405615
Restaurant
Park Cliffe Bar and Restaurant
Addr City: Windermere
Addr Postcode: LA23 3PG
Addr Street: Birks Road
Fhrs Id: 299858
Outdoor Seating: yes
Website: https://www.parkcliffe.co.uk/park-facilities/bar-restaurant/
Lat/Long: 54.3103295/-2.9385112
Park Cliffe Camping Shop
Addr City: Windermere
Addr Postcode: LA23 3PG
Addr Street: Birks Road
Shop: convenience
Lat/Long: 54.3102937/-2.9383761
Calf Parrock
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.3062007/-2.9319898
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.309381/-2.9291306
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3094853/-2.92808
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3095699/-2.9272021
Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3093046/-2.9299369
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3091875/-2.9312259
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3091134/-2.9320402
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3089927/-2.9331713
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3093287/-2.9348266
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.309651/-2.9364862
Power: pole
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