Rick Park Wood

Wood, Forest in Cornwall

England

Rick Park Wood

Stone Stile SX0575b Wetherham Lodge.
A granite stile with no gaps between the steps. Two steps up to the top stone on wood side. Three steps up to the top stone on Wetherham lodge side. The land is lower on the Wetherham Lodge side.
Height 1.2m on wood side, 0.3m Wetherham Lodge side. Width 1m wide at top. 0.55m wide base. Usage Good (some barbed wire at sides).
Public footpath 551/1/4 (gold) Tremeer cross-path to Wetherham Lodge — Stone Stile SX0575b Credit: Paul Tucker

Rick Park Wood is a picturesque forest located in Cornwall, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is known for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. The wood is situated near the village of Rick, hence its name, and offers visitors a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The woodland is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, creating a stunning display of colors during the autumn months. The forest floor is covered in a carpet of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

Rick Park Wood is a haven for wildlife, providing a habitat for various species. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of birds, including woodpeckers, owls, and buzzards, while nature enthusiasts may come across squirrels, foxes, and even deer. The forest is also home to a wide range of insects, including butterflies and dragonflies.

Visitors to Rick Park Wood can enjoy a variety of activities. There are several well-maintained walking trails that lead through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the wood at their own pace. The peaceful surroundings make it an ideal spot for picnics or simply relaxing amidst nature. Additionally, the wood is popular with photographers, who are drawn to its natural beauty and the opportunity to capture stunning images.

In conclusion, Rick Park Wood is a charming woodland in Cornwall, offering visitors a tranquil and idyllic setting to enjoy nature at its finest.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.566753/-4.7491254 or Grid Reference SX0577. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stone Stile SX0575b

Wetherham Lodge. A granite stile with no gaps between the steps. Two steps up to the top stone on wood side. Three steps up to the top stone on Wetherham lodge side. The land is lower on the Wetherham Lodge side. Height 1.2m on wood side, 0.3m Wetherham Lodge side. Width 1m wide at top. 0.55m wide base. Usage Good (some barbed wire at sides). Public footpath 551/1/4 (gold) Tremeer cross-path to Wetherham Lodge

Paul Tucker

Stone Stile SX0576a

At the roadside. Part of footpath out of the village to Kelly Green. A granite stile with no gaps between stones. One step either side. The land is lower on the road side. Situated in corner of a field. Height 0.45m on road side, 1.00m on field side. Width 1m slate stone. Usage: Overgrown at time of survey Public footpath 551/2/4 (silver) Tremeer cross-path to Kelly Green Road

Paul Tucker

Stone Stile SX0676a

Between Recreation Field and Glebe Parc. Section of footpath from village to Wetherham House. A granite cattle type stile with gap under top stone. One step either side of stile. The land is slightly lower on Glebe Parc side of stile. Height 0.65m Recreation side, 0.45m Glebe Parc side. Width 0.85m. Usage Good. Public footpath 551/2/1 (gold) Michaels Cottage to Wetherham Lane.

Paul Tucker

Stone Stile SX0676b

Between Glebe Parc and footpath to Wetherham Lane. A granite cattle stile. Only top stone clear but gap is obstructed by a large bolder. Two steps up to the top stone on both sides. The land is slightly lower on the Maenne Parc footpath side. Height 0.6m Glebe Parc side, 0.8m Maenne Parc footpath. Width 1.3m at top. 0.5m at base. Usage Good. Public footpath 551/2/1 (gold) Michaels Cottage to Wetherham Lane.

Paul Tucker

Stone Stile SX0676c

Between footpath from Glebe Parc and Wetherham Lane. A granite cattle stile. One step up on footpath side. Four steps up from Wetherham Lane. Land lower on Wetherham Lane side. Height 0.85m Maenne Parc footpath, 1.6m Wetherham Lane side. Width 1m. Usage Difficult due to height from road Public footpath 551/2/1 (gold) Michaels Cottage to Wetherham Lane.

Paul Tucker

Stone Stile SX0676d

Adjacent to North-West end of Recreation Field. Very low stile missing top stone and side banks. One step on village side and two on other side. The ground slightly lower on the far side. Height 0.3m on village side, 0.45m on west side. Width 0.60m. Public footpath 551/2/3 (gold) West end of New Cemetery to Tremeer cross-path.

Paul Tucker

Stone Stile SX0676e

North-East corner of Fairview House field. A granite cattle stile with only a gap under the top stone. Two steps up from both sides. The land is slightly lower on the side away from the village. Height 0.95m on village side, 1.15m on west side. Width 1.5m top stone. Public footpath 551/2/3 (gold) West end of New Cemetery to Tremeer cross-path.

Paul Tucker

Stone Stile SX0676f

Bottom of Tremeer Valley. Slate-on-edge pedestrian stile. Adjacent to footbridge / boardwalk over Tremeer Stream. One step on side nearest village. Three steps on side away from village. Height 0.8m on village side, 1.35m on west side. Width 1m slate stone. Public footpath 551/2/3 (gold) West end of New Cemetery to Tremeer cross-path.

Paul Tucker

Stone Stile SX0676g

Between Oke Cottage and Haypark Corner. A granite sheep stile. Two remaining steps on village side. Four small steps on side away from village. The land is lower on the side away from village. Height 0.90m on St Tudy side, 2.65m on Haypark Corner side. Width 0.80m Usage: Very difficult - overgrown & very high Public footpath 551/5/1 (gold) Oke Cottage to Haypark Corner.

Paul Tucker

Stone Stile SX0676j

Between Hengar Lane roadside and Barn Field. A granite coffen stile with added top granite horizontal stone. Four steps up from road. Only coffen step on field side. The land is lower on road side of stile. Height 0.80m road side, 0.80m on Barn field side. Width 0.80m. Public footpath 551/7/1 (silver) Hengar Lane to B3266. Coffen stile – a stile built over a pit – like a granite cattle grid. Coffen is a Cornish word for a man-made hole in the ground.

Paul Tucker

St Tudy Methodist Church

Paul Barnett

Ford at Penvose and Rock Gin

Penvose is a location to the east of the A39 near the village of Trelill. The pink building ahead is Penvose Cottages which is the home of Rock Gin - see Link

The river is the Allen which flows alongside the A39 for several miles from Kellygreen (east of St Kew Highway) to Knightsmill.