Old Pool Wood

Wood, Forest in Radnorshire

Wales

Old Pool Wood

Take the Rainbow Train to Shrewsbury A most amazing horizontal rainbow effect from the level crossing at Bucknell - South Shropshire.
Take the Rainbow Train to Shrewsbury Credit: John Phillips

Old Pool Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Radnorshire, Wales. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this enchanting forest is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. The wood is situated near the village of Old Pool, hence its name, and is easily accessible from the surrounding areas.

As visitors enter Old Pool Wood, they are greeted by a canopy of ancient trees, including towering oaks, beeches, and birches. The woodland floor is carpeted with a rich and varied undergrowth, composed of ferns, wildflowers, and mosses. The diverse vegetation provides a haven for numerous species of birds, mammals, and insects, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its hidden treasures at their own pace. The paths meander through sun-dappled glades, tranquil streams, and small ponds. One of the highlights of Old Pool Wood is the presence of a beautiful, meandering river that flows through the heart of the forest. The river not only adds to the scenic beauty of the wood but also sustains a variety of aquatic life.

Old Pool Wood offers a serene and peaceful atmosphere, providing an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the tranquility of nature, visitors to Old Pool Wood are sure to find solace in its timeless beauty.

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Old Pool Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.350191/-2.9731222 or Grid Reference SO3372. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Take the Rainbow Train to Shrewsbury A most amazing horizontal rainbow effect from the level crossing at Bucknell - South Shropshire.
Take the Rainbow Train to Shrewsbury
A most amazing horizontal rainbow effect from the level crossing at Bucknell - South Shropshire.
Field on the edge of Stanage Park Grassland, near Black Venn
Field on the edge of Stanage Park
Grassland, near Black Venn
Green Farm Cross border (Wales-England) view towards Brampton Bryan Park.
Green Farm
Cross border (Wales-England) view towards Brampton Bryan Park.
Green Farm Farm on the Radnorshire - Herefordshire border.
Green Farm
Farm on the Radnorshire - Herefordshire border.
Wales - England border. Taken leaning on a gate on the border, looking at a Herefordshire field.
Wales - England border.
Taken leaning on a gate on the border, looking at a Herefordshire field.
Lane by Reeves Farm Northwest corner of Herefordshire. A typical narrow sunken lane, west of Brampton Bryan.
Lane by Reeves Farm
Northwest corner of Herefordshire. A typical narrow sunken lane, west of Brampton Bryan.
The lane from Bucknell to Chapel Lawn
The lane from Bucknell to Chapel Lawn
Variety of hedges in Nettledale Small fields with well-trimmed, but gappy hedgerows are typical of the lower slopes of the River Redlake valley above Bucknell. The steeper slopes are planted with conifers.
Variety of hedges in Nettledale
Small fields with well-trimmed, but gappy hedgerows are typical of the lower slopes of the River Redlake valley above Bucknell. The steeper slopes are planted with conifers.
Under Park Bank Barley under Park Bank Wood. The brick structure is an access to the Elan Valley Aqueduct.
Under Park Bank
Barley under Park Bank Wood. The brick structure is an access to the Elan Valley Aqueduct.
Teme Valley wheat Wheat and scarecrows, Lower Stanage, Rads.
Teme Valley wheat
Wheat and scarecrows, Lower Stanage, Rads.
Baron of Beef, Bucknell
Baron of Beef, Bucknell
Shrewsbury to Swansea railway near Bucknell Taken from the minor road on the Shropshire side of the Teme, the railway here was once double track. The railway is an amazing survivor, not only of Beeching, but of repeated attempts to close it during the 1980's and since.
Shrewsbury to Swansea railway near Bucknell
Taken from the minor road on the Shropshire side of the Teme, the railway here was once double track. The railway is an amazing survivor, not only of Beeching, but of repeated attempts to close it during the 1980's and since.
Bucknell to Stowe Road Lane on the Shropshire side of the Teme. Very narrow with few passing places. If on a bike, this is preferable to the fast A road on the Radnorshire side.
Bucknell to Stowe Road
Lane on the Shropshire side of the Teme. Very narrow with few passing places. If on a bike, this is preferable to the fast A road on the Radnorshire side.
Shrewsbury to Swansea railway near Stowe The railway runs beside the Teme, just visible.
Shrewsbury to Swansea railway near Stowe
The railway runs beside the Teme, just visible.
Woodland, Stanage Park Stanage Park is mostly woodland, with large clearings. Pegs were out for pheasant shooting.
Woodland, Stanage Park
Stanage Park is mostly woodland, with large clearings. Pegs were out for pheasant shooting.
Stanage Park Woodland beside the road up to Stanage.
Stanage Park
Woodland beside the road up to Stanage.
Ribbon development, Bucknell Bungalows strung out along the road to Stowe. The railway runs behind the houses.
Ribbon development, Bucknell
Bungalows strung out along the road to Stowe. The railway runs behind the houses.
Crush and pens A track accessing fields is being used for livestock handling.
Crush and pens
A track accessing fields is being used for livestock handling.
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Old Pool Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO3372 (Lat: 52.350191, Lng: -2.9731222)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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///shrub.bronze.salon. Near Bucknell, Shropshire

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