Nanny Quarry Common

Downs, Moorland in Herefordshire

England

Nanny Quarry Common

Old trackway lined with hawthorns The landscape up here is in decay a little, with plenty of evidence of old use.
Old trackway lined with hawthorns Credit: Jeremy Bolwell

Nanny Quarry Common is a picturesque area located in Herefordshire, England. Spread across the rolling downs and moorland, it covers a vast expanse of approximately 500 acres. The common is situated in the vicinity of the village of Nanny Quarry, which lends its name to this beautiful natural landscape.

The common is characterized by its diverse flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife observers. The undulating terrain is covered with patches of heathland, gorse, and bracken, creating a rich tapestry of colors and textures throughout the year. The vibrant heather blooms in late summer, painting the landscape in hues of purple and pink.

The common is home to a variety of bird species, including skylarks, meadow pipits, and stonechats. The open grasslands and scattered trees provide ideal nesting spots and feeding grounds for these avian inhabitants. Visitors can spot rabbits, foxes, and the occasional deer while exploring the common's network of footpaths and bridleways.

The site also has historical significance, with remnants of ancient settlements and burial mounds dotting the landscape. These archaeological features provide a glimpse into the area's rich cultural heritage and offer a fascinating insight into the lives of early inhabitants.

Nanny Quarry Common offers a tranquil retreat for nature-lovers and those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its unspoiled beauty and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Herefordshire countryside.

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Nanny Quarry Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.008972/-2.6009574 or Grid Reference SO5834. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old trackway lined with hawthorns The landscape up here is in decay a little, with plenty of evidence of old use.
Old trackway lined with hawthorns
The landscape up here is in decay a little, with plenty of evidence of old use.
Farm buildings Rural farm and outbuildings.
Farm buildings
Rural farm and outbuildings.
Timber framed cottage A picturesque cottage and outbuildings.
Timber framed cottage
A picturesque cottage and outbuildings.
Rural property above Lower Buckenhill Dutch style architecture sets this rural property above run of the mill.
Rural property above Lower Buckenhill
Dutch style architecture sets this rural property above run of the mill.
Farmland at Terrace Farm
Farmland at Terrace Farm
Buckenhill Wood
Buckenhill Wood
Sutton Hill
Sutton Hill
A Former Methodist Chapel on Broadmoor Common in Woolhope
A Former Methodist Chapel on Broadmoor Common in Woolhope
Galanthus nivalis, Common Snowdrop Lovely specimen by the lane north of Lower Buckenhill.
Galanthus nivalis, Common Snowdrop
Lovely specimen by the lane north of Lower Buckenhill.
Woodland strip, Wessington Beyond the trees there is an area of wet grassland.
Woodland strip, Wessington
Beyond the trees there is an area of wet grassland.
Fields, Wessington Near Woolhope.
Fields, Wessington
Near Woolhope.
Oak tree in a field Oak tree in a field near the village of Woolhope.
Oak tree in a field
Oak tree in a field near the village of Woolhope.
Herefordshire farmland Rolling Herefordshire farmland to the south of Woolhope, Marcle Ridge with its transmitter can be seen in the distance.
Herefordshire farmland
Rolling Herefordshire farmland to the south of Woolhope, Marcle Ridge with its transmitter can be seen in the distance.
View to Marcle Ridge View to Marcle Ridge with its transmitter which at night with its warning lights can be seen for many miles.
View to Marcle Ridge
View to Marcle Ridge with its transmitter which at night with its warning lights can be seen for many miles.
Oast House Single square kiln oast house.
Oast House
Single square kiln oast house.
Clearing in Haugh Wood An open area with grasses and sedges in Haugh Wood.
Clearing in Haugh Wood
An open area with grasses and sedges in Haugh Wood.
Rural view at Common Hill South facing hillside at Common Hill near Fownhope.
Rural view at Common Hill
South facing hillside at Common Hill near Fownhope.
Path through Lea Wood Bridleway through Lea Wood, which is a local nature reserve noted for orchids in spring and summer. The path here is part of the Wye Valley Walk.
Path through Lea Wood
Bridleway through Lea Wood, which is a local nature reserve noted for orchids in spring and summer. The path here is part of the Wye Valley Walk.
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Nanny Quarry Common is located at Grid Ref: SO5834 (Lat: 52.008972, Lng: -2.6009574)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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