Long Wood

Wood, Forest in Cornwall

England

Long Wood

Rillaton view View from Meadow Barn across the Lynher valley towards Caradon Hill
Rillaton view Credit: Richard Croft

Long Wood is a picturesque forest located in Cornwall, England. Covering an area of approximately 300 acres, it is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. The wood is situated near the village of Longwood, nestled in a valley and surrounded by rolling hills and meadows.

The woodland is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which form a dense canopy overhead. These towering trees provide a tranquil and shady environment, making it an ideal location for walking, hiking, and wildlife spotting. The forest floor is carpeted with vibrant bluebells and ferns during the spring months, creating a stunning display of colors.

Long Wood is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a plethora of bird species. Nature enthusiasts can expect to spot buzzards soaring above, woodpeckers tapping on tree trunks, and small mammals scurrying through the undergrowth. The wood is also a haven for birdwatchers, with regular sightings of owls, warblers, and various waterfowl species in the surrounding ponds and streams.

Visitors to Long Wood can explore a network of well-maintained walking trails, providing opportunities to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings and discover hidden gems within the forest. The wood is also popular among photographers, who are drawn to the enchanting atmosphere and abundance of wildlife photography opportunities.

Overall, Long Wood is a captivating destination for nature lovers seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Long Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.527768/-4.3864547 or Grid Reference SX3072. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rillaton view View from Meadow Barn across the Lynher valley towards Caradon Hill
Rillaton view
View from Meadow Barn across the Lynher valley towards Caradon Hill
Rillaton view View from Meadow Barn across the Lynher valley towards Caradon Hill
Rillaton view
View from Meadow Barn across the Lynher valley towards Caradon Hill
Rillaton view View from Meadow Barn across the Lynher valley towards Caradon Hill
Rillaton view
View from Meadow Barn across the Lynher valley towards Caradon Hill
Lower Rillaton Farm Large Dairy Farm at Rillaton
Lower Rillaton Farm
Large Dairy Farm at Rillaton
Former Wesleyan chapel, Rilla Mill
Former Wesleyan chapel, Rilla Mill
St Mellor's Church
St Mellor's Church
St Mellor's Church
St Mellor's Church
Former Plymouth Brethren Meeting House
Former Plymouth Brethren Meeting House
Charaton Ford This is a second ford along the track in Penharget Wood.
Charaton Ford
This is a second ford along the track in Penharget Wood.
Rural Road next to Dwellamill Woods
Rural Road next to Dwellamill Woods
Valley Scene looking towards Ashlake Wood
Valley Scene looking towards Ashlake Wood
Kerney Bridge on the River Lynher
Kerney Bridge on the River Lynher
Junction at Kerney Bridge near Berrio Mill
Junction at Kerney Bridge near Berrio Mill
Rural Road Junction near Berrio Mill
Rural Road Junction near Berrio Mill
Fields near Longridge Farming in Cornwall
Fields near Longridge
Farming in Cornwall
Fields near Longridge
Fields near Longridge
View across the River Lynher to Caradon Hill TV Mast
View across the River Lynher to Caradon Hill TV Mast
Old Guide Stone by Halwinnick Butts, Linkinhorne Parish By the UC road, in parish of Linkinhorne (Caradon District), Halwinnick Butts, at cross roads.

Inscription reads:-
: RED / GATE / E : : LIS / KEA / RD : : LAU / N / CES / TON : : CAM / EL / FORE / RD :

Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1159047
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Old Guide Stone by Halwinnick Butts, Linkinhorne Parish
By the UC road, in parish of Linkinhorne (Caradon District), Halwinnick Butts, at cross roads. Inscription reads:- : RED / GATE / E : : LIS / KEA / RD : : LAU / N / CES / TON : : CAM / EL / FORE / RD : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1159047 LinkExternal link Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CW_XLINK
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Long Wood is located at Grid Ref: SX3072 (Lat: 50.527768, Lng: -4.3864547)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///daring.warblers.sooner. Near South Hill, Cornwall

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