Big Pool Wood

Wood, Forest in Flintshire

Wales

Big Pool Wood

Big Pool Wood is a beautiful forest located in Flintshire, Wales. Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, this wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

The wood is primarily composed of a mix of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense and vibrant canopy overhead. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of bluebells, wild garlic, and ferns, adding to its enchanting atmosphere.

As its name suggests, Big Pool Wood is home to a large natural pool, which is a significant feature of the forest. The pool is fed by a small stream and is surrounded by lush vegetation, providing a tranquil spot for visitors to relax and enjoy the serene surroundings.

The forest is a haven for wildlife, with various species of birds, mammals, and insects calling it home. Visitors may catch glimpses of woodpeckers, squirrels, and even the occasional deer as they explore the woodland trails.

Big Pool Wood offers a network of well-maintained walking paths that meander through the forest, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty at their own pace. The trails range in difficulty, catering to both casual strollers and more experienced hikers.

Overall, Big Pool Wood is a stunning destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. Its diverse flora and fauna, coupled with the tranquil pool and well-marked trails, make it a must-visit location for anyone in Flintshire.

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Big Pool Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.346369/-3.3517098 or Grid Reference SJ1084. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

WWII defences of North Wales: Gwespyr Royal Naval Radar Station (1)

Overlooking the approaches to the mouths of the Dee and Mersey estuaries, the station was primarily used in a surface and coastal watching role, plotting ship movements, and keeping a close watch for enemy submarines. The station was one of only four other stations, all of which were in northern Scotland, and was only operational for a short time between December 1942 and October 1944. It was equipped with a type T273 Coastal Defence centimetric radar using a rotating parabolic dish antenna. Some of the buildings associated with the station still survive, albeit as ruins. The base of what was the guard picket post can be seen here in the foreground at the entrance to the site. SJ1083 : WWII defences of North Wales: Gwespyr Royal Naval Radar Station (2)

Mike Searle

WWII defences of North Wales: Gwespyr Royal Naval Radar Station (2)

Two buildings, the one on the left housed the T273 naval CD transmitter/receiver equipment, and on the right, the radar plinth that contained turning gear for a rotating antenna on the roof within the circular brick parapet. SJ1083 : WWII defences of North Wales: Gwespyr Royal Naval Radar Station (3)

Mike Searle

WWII defences of North Wales: Gwespyr Royal Naval Radar Station (3)

The Tx/Rx building. SJ1083 : WWII defences of North Wales: Gwespyr Royal Naval Radar Station (4)

Mike Searle

WWII defences of North Wales: Gwespyr Royal Naval Radar Station (4)

Radar plinth, the building that housed the turning gear for a roof mounted parabolic antenna. SJ1083 : WWII defences of North Wales: Gwespyr Royal Naval Radar Station (5)

Mike Searle

WWII defences of North Wales: Gwespyr Royal Naval Radar Station (5)

Standby power generator building. SJ1083 : WWII defences of North Wales: Gwespyr Royal Naval Radar Station (6)

Mike Searle

WWII defences of North Wales: Gwespyr Royal Naval Radar Station (6)

Remains of the Army guard accommodation. START: SJ1083 : WWII defences of North Wales: Gwespyr Royal Naval Radar Station (1)

Mike Searle

Talacre RAF air-to-ground firing range - Blockhouse remains

There are scant remains today of the range in the dunes at Talacre Warren, its blockhouse whose foundations are in view, gave shelter to the range crew from where target making and replacement was carried out.

Mike Searle

WWII defences of North Wales: Norcon Pillbox at Talacre

Norcon pillbox type CP/6/40/111 EDoB ID: S0007810/e03021 One of three barely surviving Norcon concrete pillboxes at Talacre, west of Point of Air.

Mike Searle

A548 north of Gwespyr

Colin Pyle

Postbox by the A548

CH8 29. Royal Mail list this box as 'Tan Y Coed'.

David Bremner

Grasses on sand dunes at Point of Ayr

Low winter sun catches grasses and willows growing on the sand dunes just back from Point of Ayr. The lighthouse, seen beyond, marks the northernmost point of the Welsh mainland coast and seems a remarkably popular venue for a cold weekend in February, with many families and individuals on both the beach and the dune footpaths.

Andy Waddington

Track in the Warren, Point of Ayr

Of the network of paths and tracks in the warren, this tarmac-sealed track is the only one with a permissive right of way status. Most visitors, however (and there were a remarkable number for a cold afternoon in February), just seem to follow the public footpath to the beach and then wander its length.

Andy Waddington

Study of a Gasoline Station

Esso, Gwespyr. This photograph is part of a series taken in homage to the American artist Ed Ruscha's 1963 publication of 'Twentysix Gasoline Stations'. More properly known as filling stations in the UK, I am attempting to photograph as many as possible to mark the sixty year anniversary.

David Bremner

Shore Road, Gronant

Looking north, heading for Presthaven Holiday Camp and the beach

Eirian Evans

Static caravans at Presthaven Beach resort

There are thousands of statics along the coast between Gronant and Talacre

Eirian Evans

Path into Gronant Dunes Nature Reserve

The dunes have been designated a SSSI as they provide an important habitat for a variety of important plant and animal life. Marine flora found here includes sea holly, marram grass and rare dune fescue. Also here are natterjack toads, lizards and North Wales’ only breeding colony of little terns.

Eirian Evans