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Buckholt Wood

Wood, Forest in Monmouthshire

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Buckholt Wood

St Mary, Welsh Newton Just in England, this fascinating and well cared for church was built by the Knights Templar of Garway in the early 13th century.
St Mary, Welsh Newton Credit: Philip Pankhurst

Buckholt Wood, located in Monmouthshire, is a picturesque woodland area renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Covering an approximate area of 200 acres, this ancient forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility away from the bustling city life.

The wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf species, including oak, ash, beech, and birch trees, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The dense tree canopy provides shelter for a wide range of wildlife, such as red squirrels, badgers, and a variety of bird species, including the rare pied flycatcher.

Visitors to Buckholt Wood can enjoy a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, offering stunning views and opportunities to observe the local flora and fauna up close. The woodland floor is carpeted with a diverse array of wildflowers, including bluebells, wood anemones, and primroses, creating a riot of color during the spring and summer months.

As well as its natural beauty, Buckholt Wood also holds historical significance. It is believed that the wood has been continuously wooded since the last Ice Age, making it an ancient woodland. The area has also been used for charcoal production in the past, with remnants of charcoal hearths still visible in certain areas of the wood.

Managed by the local authorities, Buckholt Wood is a cherished natural resource and a popular destination for outdoor activities, including hiking, birdwatching, and nature photography. It offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the tranquility of nature and experience the wonders of an ancient forest.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.843295/-2.7211006 or Grid Reference SO5016. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Mary, Welsh Newton Just in England, this fascinating and well cared for church was built by the Knights Templar of Garway in the early 13th century.
St Mary, Welsh Newton
Just in England, this fascinating and well cared for church was built by the Knights Templar of Garway in the early 13th century.
St Mary, Welsh Newton Just in England, this fascinating and well cared for church was built by the Knights Templar of Garway in the early 13th century.
St Mary, Welsh Newton
Just in England, this fascinating and well cared for church was built by the Knights Templar of Garway in the early 13th century.
St Mary, Welsh Newton Two of the excellent collection of gravestones in this Borderland churchyard
St Mary, Welsh Newton
Two of the excellent collection of gravestones in this Borderland churchyard
St Mary, Welsh Newton Seen from the steeply sloping and wonderfully unkempt churchyard.
St Mary, Welsh Newton
Seen from the steeply sloping and wonderfully unkempt churchyard.
Churchyard cross, Welsh Newton 14th century cross, albeit with a restored shaft and head. The trough-like monument in the centre is the tomb of St John Kemble, Catholic martyr, who was executed in 1679.
Churchyard cross, Welsh Newton
14th century cross, albeit with a restored shaft and head. The trough-like monument in the centre is the tomb of St John Kemble, Catholic martyr, who was executed in 1679.
Churchyard cross, Welsh Newton 14th century cross, albeit with a restored shaft and head. The trough-like monument at the foot of the cross is the tomb of St John Kemble, Catholic martyr, who was executed in 1679.
Churchyard cross, Welsh Newton
14th century cross, albeit with a restored shaft and head. The trough-like monument at the foot of the cross is the tomb of St John Kemble, Catholic martyr, who was executed in 1679.
Through the South door .... A gorgeous day for church crawling in the Borderlands. The view through the door at Welsh Newton.
Through the South door ....
A gorgeous day for church crawling in the Borderlands. The view through the door at Welsh Newton.
St Mary, Welsh Newton The interior, from the South door, showing the unique 14th century stone screen and the 16th century roof. The church was built by the Knights Templar of Garway early in the 13th century.
St Mary, Welsh Newton
The interior, from the South door, showing the unique 14th century stone screen and the 16th century roof. The church was built by the Knights Templar of Garway early in the 13th century.
St Mary, Welsh Newton The interior, looking East and showing the very rare late 13th century stone screen. The church was built by the Knights Templar whose main local base was at nearby Garway.
St Mary, Welsh Newton
The interior, looking East and showing the very rare late 13th century stone screen. The church was built by the Knights Templar whose main local base was at nearby Garway.
St Mary, Welsh Newton Two lancets on the South side of the chancel, glowing with Victorian glass, by Wailes, 1872. The 13th century piscina in the East wall is another original feature.
St Mary, Welsh Newton
Two lancets on the South side of the chancel, glowing with Victorian glass, by Wailes, 1872. The 13th century piscina in the East wall is another original feature.
St Mary, Welsh Newton The nave, seen from the pulpit steps. The font dates from Norman times.
St Mary, Welsh Newton
The nave, seen from the pulpit steps. The font dates from Norman times.
St Mary, Welsh Newton The nave, seen through an arch of the unique screen.
St Mary, Welsh Newton
The nave, seen through an arch of the unique screen.
St Mary, Welsh Newton 13th century chair in the sanctuary, somewhat spoilt by 19th century tiles.
St Mary, Welsh Newton
13th century chair in the sanctuary, somewhat spoilt by 19th century tiles.
St Mary, Welsh Newton 14th century coffin slab in the chancel.
St Mary, Welsh Newton
14th century coffin slab in the chancel.
St Mary, Welsh Newton The very rare stone screen, a work of the early 14th century.
St Mary, Welsh Newton
The very rare stone screen, a work of the early 14th century.
St Mary, Welsh Newton
St Mary, Welsh Newton
Great War Memorial, Welsh Newton With three names of those who fell in the First World War.
Great War Memorial, Welsh Newton
With three names of those who fell in the First World War.
The Church of St Mary at Welsh Newton Viewed from the south-east.
The Church of St Mary at Welsh Newton
Viewed from the south-east.
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Buckholt Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO5016 (Lat: 51.843295, Lng: -2.7211006)

Unitary Authority: Monmouthshire

Police Authority: Gwent

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