Rook Wood

Wood, Forest in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Rook Wood

Red House Farm from the Newtown/Llanfair Road An unremittingly cold, dull, damp Christmas Day.
I risked the hazard of venturing out a little before noon, when some folk are zooming along the lanes to wherever they are being fed their Christmas lunch. I met and avoided a few. The risk was greater for the jogger who greeted me as he passed, he must be fit, it's a long, winding hill, I can't walk and talk on that sort of gradient.
Red House Farm from the Newtown/Llanfair Road Credit: Penny Mayes

Rook Wood is a picturesque forest located in Montgomeryshire, Wales. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, it is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. The forest is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and meandering streams, providing a tranquil and peaceful environment for visitors to enjoy.

The wood is predominantly composed of a mixture of ancient oak, beech, and birch trees, creating a dense and lush canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is carpeted with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to its enchanting allure.

Rook Wood is home to a myriad of animal species, including roe deer, red squirrels, badgers, and a wide variety of birdlife. Birdwatchers will be delighted to spot species such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds in the trees. The forest also boasts a small pond, attracting amphibians like frogs and newts.

Visitors to Rook Wood can explore its numerous walking trails, allowing them to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. The forest is a haven for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers, who can capture the beauty of the changing seasons.

Managed by the local forestry commission, Rook Wood is carefully preserved and maintained to ensure its ecological balance. It also offers educational programs and guided tours, providing visitors with valuable insights into the forest's history, wildlife, and conservation efforts.

Overall, Rook Wood is a captivating destination for those seeking solace in nature, offering a serene and captivating experience for all who visit.

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Rook Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.541793/-3.2932926 or Grid Reference SO1294. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Red House Farm from the Newtown/Llanfair Road An unremittingly cold, dull, damp Christmas Day.
I risked the hazard of venturing out a little before noon, when some folk are zooming along the lanes to wherever they are being fed their Christmas lunch. I met and avoided a few. The risk was greater for the jogger who greeted me as he passed, he must be fit, it's a long, winding hill, I can't walk and talk on that sort of gradient.
Red House Farm from the Newtown/Llanfair Road
An unremittingly cold, dull, damp Christmas Day. I risked the hazard of venturing out a little before noon, when some folk are zooming along the lanes to wherever they are being fed their Christmas lunch. I met and avoided a few. The risk was greater for the jogger who greeted me as he passed, he must be fit, it's a long, winding hill, I can't walk and talk on that sort of gradient.
The Newtown/Llanfair Road On an unremittingly cold, dull, damp Christmas Day.
I risked the hazard of venturing out a little before noon, when some folk are zooming along the lanes to wherever they are being fed their Christmas lunch. I met and avoided a few. The risk was greater for the jogger who greeted me as he passed, he must be fit, it's a long, winding hill, I can't walk and talk on that sort of gradient.
The Newtown/Llanfair Road
On an unremittingly cold, dull, damp Christmas Day. I risked the hazard of venturing out a little before noon, when some folk are zooming along the lanes to wherever they are being fed their Christmas lunch. I met and avoided a few. The risk was greater for the jogger who greeted me as he passed, he must be fit, it's a long, winding hill, I can't walk and talk on that sort of gradient.
View to Highgate from the Newtown/Llanfair Road On an unremittingly cold, dull, damp Christmas Day.
I risked the hazard of venturing out a little before noon, when some folk are zooming along the lanes to wherever they are being fed their Christmas lunch. I met and avoided a few. The risk was greater for the jogger who greeted me as he passed, he must be fit, it's a long, winding hill, I can't walk and talk on that sort of gradient.
View to Highgate from the Newtown/Llanfair Road
On an unremittingly cold, dull, damp Christmas Day. I risked the hazard of venturing out a little before noon, when some folk are zooming along the lanes to wherever they are being fed their Christmas lunch. I met and avoided a few. The risk was greater for the jogger who greeted me as he passed, he must be fit, it's a long, winding hill, I can't walk and talk on that sort of gradient.
Animal shelters near Highgate I'm not sure what sort of livestock they are for - pigs, game birds or something else?
Animal shelters near Highgate
I'm not sure what sort of livestock they are for - pigs, game birds or something else?
Autumn trees at Tynyreithin Hall
Autumn trees at Tynyreithin Hall
Small quarry on the edge of Porthouse Wood For a closer view see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2494430" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2494430">Link</a>.
Small quarry on the edge of Porthouse Wood
For a closer view see Link.
Barns at Tynyreithin Hall Farm Situated on a double bend of the Llanfair Road just north of Newtown.
Barns at Tynyreithin Hall Farm
Situated on a double bend of the Llanfair Road just north of Newtown.
Ewe and lambs near Tynyreithin Hall Farm In a field by a double bend of the Llanfair Road just north of Newtown.
Ewe and lambs near Tynyreithin Hall Farm
In a field by a double bend of the Llanfair Road just north of Newtown.
Ewes and lambs near Tynyreithin Hall Farm In a field by a double bend of the Llanfair Road just north of Newtown.
Ewes and lambs near Tynyreithin Hall Farm
In a field by a double bend of the Llanfair Road just north of Newtown.
Ewes and lambs near Tynyreithin Hall Farm In a field by a double bend of the Llanfair Road just north of Newtown.
Ewes and lambs near Tynyreithin Hall Farm
In a field by a double bend of the Llanfair Road just north of Newtown.
Ewes and lambs near Tynyreithin Hall Farm In a field by a double bend of the Llanfair Road just north of Newtown.
Ewes and lambs near Tynyreithin Hall Farm
In a field by a double bend of the Llanfair Road just north of Newtown.
B4389 approaching overhead lines Just east of road junction for Aberchain Bridge
B4389 approaching overhead lines
Just east of road junction for Aberchain Bridge
B4568 junction from B4389
B4568 junction from B4389
Presbyterian church by B4389
Presbyterian church by B4389
B4389 at track to Aberchain Wood
B4389 at track to Aberchain Wood
Road junction at Pont-y-perchyll
Road junction at Pont-y-perchyll
Lonesome Lane Heol ddiwyneb o'r enw Lonesome Lane yn mynd i gyfeiriad Heol Gwestydd Uchaf..

An unsurfaced road known as Lonesome Lane heading in the direction of Upper Gwestydd Lane.
Lonesome Lane
Heol ddiwyneb o'r enw Lonesome Lane yn mynd i gyfeiriad Heol Gwestydd Uchaf.. An unsurfaced road known as Lonesome Lane heading in the direction of Upper Gwestydd Lane.
Lonesome Lane Eira ar lawr o hyd ar Lonesome Lane.

Snow continues to linger on Lonesome Lane.
Lonesome Lane
Eira ar lawr o hyd ar Lonesome Lane. Snow continues to linger on Lonesome Lane.
Show me another place!

Rook Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO1294 (Lat: 52.541793, Lng: -3.2932926)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///reverted.gobblers.rekindle. Near Newtown, Powys

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