Bake's Wood

Wood, Forest in Devon Mid Devon

England

Bake's Wood

Exe Valley Way near Holmingham Wood The Way leaves the valley and climbs up to the ridge above Holmingham Quarry.
Exe Valley Way near Holmingham Wood Credit: Grant Sherman

Bake's Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Devon, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is nestled within the stunning landscape of the Dartmoor National Park. The wood is named after the nearby village of Bake, and it has long been cherished for its natural beauty and tranquility.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which form a dense and lush canopy overhead. These trees provide a habitat for a diverse range of wildlife, including various bird species, small mammals, and insects. The undergrowth is rich and varied, with a carpet of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers adding splashes of color throughout the seasons.

Bake's Wood is crisscrossed by a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting depths. These paths wind through the trees, creating a sense of discovery and adventure for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and families alike. The wood offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing a place for relaxation, birdwatching, and picnicking.

In addition to its natural beauty, Bake's Wood also holds historical significance. The remains of ancient settlements and burial mounds can be found within its boundaries, offering a glimpse into the region's past. These archaeological features provide a fascinating insight into the lives of the people who once inhabited this land.

Overall, Bake's Wood is a haven of tranquility and natural wonder, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in its beauty and history. Whether seeking solitude, adventure, or a deeper connection with nature, this woodland offers a truly enchanting experience for all who visit.

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Bake's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.953564/-3.5066685 or Grid Reference SS9418. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Exe Valley Way near Holmingham Wood The Way leaves the valley and climbs up to the ridge above Holmingham Quarry.
Exe Valley Way near Holmingham Wood
The Way leaves the valley and climbs up to the ridge above Holmingham Quarry.
Well at Holmingham Wood Taken on the Exe Valley Way. This well is 157m above sea level, ~60m above the valley below. I'm not sure how the water gets here.
Well at Holmingham Wood
Taken on the Exe Valley Way. This well is 157m above sea level, ~60m above the valley below. I'm not sure how the water gets here.
Turning for Cove
Turning for Cove
Cove : River Exe Looking along the River Exe.
Cove : River Exe
Looking along the River Exe.
Cove : Cottage Cottage, possibly originally a bridge toll-house. Probably early C19 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1169863" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1169863">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Cove : Cottage
Cottage, possibly originally a bridge toll-house. Probably early C19 LinkExternal link
Tiverton : Cove - Mill Leat Mill Leat has flooded.
Tiverton : Cove - Mill Leat
Mill Leat has flooded.
Tiverton : Cove - Road A road across Mill Leat.
Tiverton : Cove - Road
A road across Mill Leat.
Tiverton : Cove - River Exe The River Exe has flooded.
Tiverton : Cove - River Exe
The River Exe has flooded.
Tiverton : Cove - Road A road is underwater due to flooding of the River Exe.
Tiverton : Cove - Road
A road is underwater due to flooding of the River Exe.
Tiverton : Cove - River Exe Looking across the flooded River Exe.
Tiverton : Cove - River Exe
Looking across the flooded River Exe.
Tiverton : Cove - Road A flooded road in Cove.
Tiverton : Cove - Road
A flooded road in Cove.
Tiverton : Cove - Road A flooded road.
Tiverton : Cove - Road
A flooded road.
Tiverton : Cove - Mill Leat Mill Leat has been flooded.
Tiverton : Cove - Mill Leat
Mill Leat has been flooded.
Tiverton : Cove - Mill House Mill House alongside Mill Leat.
Tiverton : Cove - Mill House
Mill House alongside Mill Leat.
Tiverton : Cove - Mill House People with buckets try to get rid of floodwater at Mill House.
Tiverton : Cove - Mill House
People with buckets try to get rid of floodwater at Mill House.
Tiverton : Grassy Field Looking towards sheep trying to avoid the flooded River Exe.
Tiverton : Grassy Field
Looking towards sheep trying to avoid the flooded River Exe.
Tiverton : River Exe Looking down to the flooded River Exe.
Tiverton : River Exe
Looking down to the flooded River Exe.
Tiverton : Grassy Field Looking across the countryside and towards the River Exe floodplain.
Tiverton : Grassy Field
Looking across the countryside and towards the River Exe floodplain.
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Bake's Wood is located at Grid Ref: SS9418 (Lat: 50.953564, Lng: -3.5066685)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Mid Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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