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Ragged Wood

Wood, Forest in Devon Mid Devon

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Ragged Wood

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the porch of St Mary's Church. It marks a point 139.531m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark Credit: Adrian Dust

Ragged Wood, located in Devon, England, is a picturesque forest encompassing an area of approximately 500 acres. This woodland is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of towering oak, beech, and birch trees, which provide a serene and tranquil ambiance. The forest floor is covered with a carpet of moss and ferns, creating a lush and vibrant undergrowth. Numerous winding footpaths meander through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its hidden corners and discover its hidden treasures.

Ragged Wood is home to a rich variety of wildlife, including deer, badgers, foxes, and a multitude of bird species. The forest provides a crucial habitat for these animals, offering protection and sustenance. Birdwatchers can delight in the sight and sounds of woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, among others.

In addition to its natural wonders, Ragged Wood also holds significant historical value. The wood has been referenced in ancient documents dating back centuries, and remnants of ancient settlements, such as burial mounds and stone circles, can still be found within its boundaries. These archaeological treasures offer a glimpse into the area's past and the lives of those who once inhabited it.

Overall, Ragged Wood in Devon is a truly enchanting destination, where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature, explore its rich history, and experience the tranquility and serenity of a pristine woodland.

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Ragged Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.858245/-3.9025342 or Grid Reference SS6608. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the porch of St Mary's Church. It marks a point 139.531m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the porch of St Mary's Church. It marks a point 139.531m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found below the letter box at Brushford Cross. It marks a point 142.890m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found below the letter box at Brushford Cross. It marks a point 142.890m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the south face of St Michael's Church. It marks a point 151.804m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the south face of St Michael's Church. It marks a point 151.804m above mean sea level.
Access track at Pittford Bridge A short private track to some buildings by the stream east of the bridge
Access track at Pittford Bridge
A short private track to some buildings by the stream east of the bridge
Road junction at Blackhorse Corner, Wembworthy Looking east to the village
Road junction at Blackhorse Corner, Wembworthy
Looking east to the village
Signpost at Blackhorse Corner, Wembworthy Also named as Black Horse Corner on OS maps; a forth arm of the junction is unsigned, as it is a track and footpath
Signpost at Blackhorse Corner, Wembworthy
Also named as Black Horse Corner on OS maps; a forth arm of the junction is unsigned, as it is a track and footpath
The Lymington Arms at Lama Cross
The Lymington Arms at Lama Cross
Lymington Arms and its car park at Lama Cross Patrons can sit outside the front of the inn, protected from the traffic on the quiet road by the half barrels planted with small trees
Lymington Arms and its car park at Lama Cross
Patrons can sit outside the front of the inn, protected from the traffic on the quiet road by the half barrels planted with small trees
The road to Partridge Walls Cross Narrow road with hedgebanks; the boundary between Eggesford and Brushford runs along this stretch of road
The road to Partridge Walls Cross
Narrow road with hedgebanks; the boundary between Eggesford and Brushford runs along this stretch of road
Partridge Walls Cross crossroads
Partridge Walls Cross crossroads
Field entrance north of Middle Reeve The field is the easternmost on the ridge east of Abbotsham Moor
Field entrance north of Middle Reeve
The field is the easternmost on the ridge east of Abbotsham Moor
Private road and public footpath to Middle Reeve
Private road and public footpath to Middle Reeve
Farm at Lower Reeve
Farm at Lower Reeve
Stump of old Milestone by the B3220, north of Taw Bridge Torrington wedge by the B3220, in parish of Bondleigh (West Devon District), Taw Mills, junction with lane to Brushford, at Western junction below sign post. Not lost, but almost completely buried. Milestone Society National ID: DV_GTEX15
Stump of old Milestone by the B3220, north of Taw Bridge
Torrington wedge by the B3220, in parish of Bondleigh (West Devon District), Taw Mills, junction with lane to Brushford, at Western junction below sign post. Not lost, but almost completely buried. Milestone Society National ID: DV_GTEX15
Winkleigh : The B3220 Looking along the B3220 through the Winkleigh parish.
Winkleigh : The B3220
Looking along the B3220 through the Winkleigh parish.
Winkleigh : The B3220 Looking along the B3220 through the Winkleigh parish.
Winkleigh : The B3220
Looking along the B3220 through the Winkleigh parish.
Winkleigh : The B3220 Looking along the B3220 through the Winkleigh parish.
Winkleigh : The B3220
Looking along the B3220 through the Winkleigh parish.
Winkleigh : The B3220 Looking along the B3220 through the Winkleigh parish.
Winkleigh : The B3220
Looking along the B3220 through the Winkleigh parish.
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Ragged Wood is located at Grid Ref: SS6608 (Lat: 50.858245, Lng: -3.9025342)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Mid Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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