Rabbit Wood

Wood, Forest in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Rabbit Wood

Old tree trunks at Lower Luggy farm Impressive tree trunk remnants. For scale, the trunk is maybe 6 ft high. — Old tree trunks at Lower Luggy farm Credit: Jeremy Bolwell

Rabbit Wood is a picturesque forest located in Montgomeryshire, Wales. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this woodland offers a serene and enchanting escape from the bustling city life. The wood is predominantly composed of native deciduous trees such as oak, beech, and birch, creating a rich and diverse ecosystem.

The forest is known for its abundant wildlife and is home to a variety of mammals, birds, and insects. Visitors may spot grey squirrels, foxes, and badgers roaming freely amidst the towering trees. The wood also attracts a wide range of bird species including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds, making it a haven for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Rabbit Wood provides numerous recreational opportunities for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. There are several well-maintained footpaths that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its tranquil beauty. These paths are suitable for both leisurely walks and more adventurous hikes.

Furthermore, the wood offers a number of picnic areas and benches scattered throughout, providing the perfect setting for a peaceful lunch amidst nature's splendor. The dense foliage and the soothing sound of birdsong create a calming atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and meditation.

Overall, Rabbit Wood in Montgomeryshire is a truly magical place that showcases the natural beauty and biodiversity of the region. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or a family picnic, this enchanting woodland has something to offer for everyone seeking a connection with nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.615618/-3.186373 or Grid Reference SJ1902. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old tree trunks at Lower Luggy farm Impressive tree trunk remnants. For scale, the trunk is maybe 6 ft high.

Old tree trunks at Lower Luggy farm

Impressive tree trunk remnants. For scale, the trunk is maybe 6 ft high.

Old castle motte beside the road Called Upper Luggy castle motte I believe, <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.coflein.gov.uk/en/site/306761/details/upper-luggy-castle" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.coflein.gov.uk/en/site/306761/details/upper-luggy-castle">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> here.

Old castle motte beside the road

Called Upper Luggy castle motte I believe, Link

here.

Upper Luggy castle motte <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.coflein.gov.uk/en/site/306761/details/upper-luggy-castle" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.coflein.gov.uk/en/site/306761/details/upper-luggy-castle">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> here.

Upper Luggy castle motte

Link

here.

Canal bridge 126 on the Montgomery Canal Lovely bridge here on the Monty.

Canal bridge 126 on the Montgomery Canal

Lovely bridge here on the Monty.

Cow beside the Montgomery Canal This was one relaxed and contented bovine.

Cow beside the Montgomery Canal

This was one relaxed and contented bovine.

Part of the Montgomeryshire Canal near Berriew Cattle graze and drink here on a July day.

Part of the Montgomeryshire Canal near Berriew

Cattle graze and drink here on a July day.

On the towpath of the Monty near Berriew Canal walks are always good but this section is very scenic and pleasant.

On the towpath of the Monty near Berriew

Canal walks are always good but this section is very scenic and pleasant.

View across fields from the Montgomeryshire Canal View towards distant Corndon Hill. There is also a bull dozing on its own in the field nearby.

View across fields from the Montgomeryshire Canal

View towards distant Corndon Hill. There is also a bull dozing on its own in the field nearby.

Bull dozing beside the Montgomeryshire Canal This impressive fellow seems to have his day well planned.

Bull dozing beside the Montgomeryshire Canal

This impressive fellow seems to have his day well planned.

Walking the towpath of the Montgomeryshire Canal Lovely walking.

Walking the towpath of the Montgomeryshire Canal

Lovely walking.

Walking the towpath of the Montgomeryshire Canal A canal designed by an artist I&#039;m sure.

Walking the towpath of the Montgomeryshire Canal

A canal designed by an artist I'm sure.

Walking the towpath of the Montgomeryshire Canal at Berriew Lock Great walking and plenty of heritage and history.

Walking the towpath of the Montgomeryshire Canal at Berriew Lock

Great walking and plenty of heritage and history.

Beside the Montgomeryshire Canal near Berriew Lovely old lock here, with Lock-keeper&#039;s cottage.

Beside the Montgomeryshire Canal near Berriew

Lovely old lock here, with Lock-keeper's cottage.

Bridge over the Montgomeryshire Canal near Berriew With some graffiti of the Free Wales Army I think.

Bridge over the Montgomeryshire Canal near Berriew

With some graffiti of the Free Wales Army I think.

Workshop beside the canal near Berriew A blacksmith&#039;s I believe.

Workshop beside the canal near Berriew

A blacksmith's I believe.

Swan and cygnets on The Monty near Berriew Lovely little family. Dad was a bit further along doing Dad stuff.

Swan and cygnets on The Monty near Berriew

Lovely little family. Dad was a bit further along doing Dad stuff.

A483 near to Berriew The A483 is a major north-south trunk road in Wales, running for 149 miles between Chester and Junction 42 of the M4 motorway just east of Swansea.
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A483 near to Berriew

The A483 is a major north-south trunk road in Wales, running for 149 miles between Chester and Junction 42 of the M4 motorway just east of Swansea. Link

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Old Milestone by the A483, south of Lower Luggy Broken milestone by the A483, in parish of Berriew (Powys District), South of Lower Luggy, on verge. Probably lost.

Inscription once read:- : (Newtown 9½) : : (Welshpool 4) :

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: MOT_WPNT04.

Old Milestone by the A483, south of Lower Luggy

Broken milestone by the A483, in parish of Berriew (Powys District), South of Lower Luggy, on verge. Probably lost. Inscription once read:- : (Newtown 9½) : : (Welshpool 4) : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: MOT_WPNT04.

Milestone Society

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Rabbit Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ1902 (Lat: 52.615618, Lng: -3.186373)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///burden.shorter.fled. Near Welshpool, Powys

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.615618,-3.186373

Brithdir Lock

Height: 2.74

Seamark Type: gate

Waterway: lock_gate

Lat/Long: 52.6129846/-3.1828344

Brithdir Turning Point

Maxlength: 70Ft

Waterway: Turning_point

Lat/Long: 52.6126031/-3.1842035

Brithdir Lock

Height: 2.74

Seamark Type: gate

Waterway: lock_gate

Lat/Long: 52.6128501/-3.1832327

Place: farm

Lat/Long: 52.6138197/-3.1899456

Place: farm

Lat/Long: 52.6116439/-3.1879286

Place: farm

Lat/Long: 52.6179236/-3.1870274

Direction: SSW

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 20

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 52.6115631/-3.1837848

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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