Timber Hill Wood

Wood, Forest in Radnorshire

Wales

Timber Hill Wood

Slough Trailer in a field below the woods that take up half the square. Too muddy for a woodland walk today, but the forest above Nash and Presteigne are worth a visit, and well worth mapping for orienteering.

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The wood was mapped in 2007.
Slough Credit: Richard Webb

Timber Hill Wood is a picturesque forest located in Radnorshire, Wales. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this woodland is known for its diverse range of trees, including oak, birch, and beech. The forest is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and birdwatchers due to its tranquil atmosphere and abundant wildlife.

Visitors to Timber Hill Wood can enjoy a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind through the trees, offering scenic views of the surrounding countryside. The forest is home to a variety of bird species, making it a great spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

In addition to its natural beauty, Timber Hill Wood also has a rich history. The forest has been managed sustainably for generations, with the timber harvested being used for a variety of purposes, including construction and fuel. Today, efforts are being made to preserve the forest and protect its biodiversity for future generations to enjoy.

Overall, Timber Hill Wood is a hidden gem in Radnorshire, offering visitors a peaceful retreat into nature and a glimpse into the area's rich cultural and natural heritage.

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Timber Hill Wood Images

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Slough Trailer in a field below the woods that take up half the square. Too muddy for a woodland walk today, but the forest above Nash and Presteigne are worth a visit, and well worth mapping for orienteering.

--
The wood was mapped in 2007.
Slough
Trailer in a field below the woods that take up half the square. Too muddy for a woodland walk today, but the forest above Nash and Presteigne are worth a visit, and well worth mapping for orienteering. -- The wood was mapped in 2007.
Clatter Brook Running beside Slough Road.
Clatter Brook
Running beside Slough Road.
Quarry Pool at Nash Quarry View westwards over the ice-covered pool to the steep hillside of Knill Wood. The quarry is disused and the pool looks deep and dangerous.
Quarry Pool at Nash Quarry
View westwards over the ice-covered pool to the steep hillside of Knill Wood. The quarry is disused and the pool looks deep and dangerous.
Warden Road On the outskirts of Presteigne heading westwards on a very frosty morning. Hawthorn Hill to the right.
Warden Road
On the outskirts of Presteigne heading westwards on a very frosty morning. Hawthorn Hill to the right.
Chalet-style house on the Warden Road View north-west to Hawthorn Hill. Attractive house, complete with stable block and excellent view over the Lugg valley.
Chalet-style house on the Warden Road
View north-west to Hawthorn Hill. Attractive house, complete with stable block and excellent view over the Lugg valley.
Grazing land west of Presteigne From Warden Road looking eastwards across the town. Cole's Hill in the distance.
Grazing land west of Presteigne
From Warden Road looking eastwards across the town. Cole's Hill in the distance.
Warden Road - 2 View westwards to The Hill on a crisp February morning.
Warden Road - 2
View westwards to The Hill on a crisp February morning.
Frozen pond at Warden View northwards from the lane across Lugg valley sheep grazing land to Hell Peak.
Frozen pond at Warden
View northwards from the lane across Lugg valley sheep grazing land to Hell Peak.
Frozen pond at Warden - 2 View north-west up the zig-zag Lugg valley towards Black Hill. Litton Hill on the left, Hawthorn Hill on the right.
Frozen pond at Warden - 2
View north-west up the zig-zag Lugg valley towards Black Hill. Litton Hill on the left, Hawthorn Hill on the right.
Nash Scar - 2 The cliff face it at its highest above the quarry pool.
Nash Scar - 2
The cliff face it at its highest above the quarry pool.
Warning sign at Nash Quarry Like so many abandoned quarries, the pools formed become attractive to youngsters. This one looks particularly dangerous with steep and crumbling sides.
Warning sign at Nash Quarry
Like so many abandoned quarries, the pools formed become attractive to youngsters. This one looks particularly dangerous with steep and crumbling sides.
Entering Dolley Green
Entering Dolley Green
5,000 year-old Yew tree, Discoed Church. St. Michaels Church, Discoed and the 5,000 year-old Yew that is in the running for being the oldest living organism in Europe. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/countryside/8557126/Britains-record-breaking-trees-identified.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/countryside/8557126/Britains-record-breaking-trees-identified.html">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> 
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5,000 year-old Yew tree, Discoed Church.
St. Michaels Church, Discoed and the 5,000 year-old Yew that is in the running for being the oldest living organism in Europe. LinkExternal link LinkExternal link
Discoed Church and 5,000 year-old Yew tree. The entrance to St. Michaels Church, Discoed and the 5,000 year-old Yew that is in the running for being the oldest living organism in Europe.
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Discoed Church and 5,000 year-old Yew tree.
The entrance to St. Michaels Church, Discoed and the 5,000 year-old Yew that is in the running for being the oldest living organism in Europe. LinkExternal link LinkExternal link
Tower of St.Michaels Church, Discoed. The slightly unusual tower of St.Michaels Church, Discoed near to Presteigne, Powys.
Tower of St.Michaels Church, Discoed.
The slightly unusual tower of St.Michaels Church, Discoed near to Presteigne, Powys.
Cottage at Thorn
Cottage at Thorn
Lane crossroads at Thorn Single-track lanes meet at this unsigned junction.
Lane crossroads at Thorn
Single-track lanes meet at this unsigned junction.
Rowley Farm In the distance the lane passes through a gate onto common land.
Rowley Farm
In the distance the lane passes through a gate onto common land.
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Timber Hill Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO2863 (Lat: 52.267824, Lng: -3.0432403)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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