Moss Wood

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Copeland

England

Moss Wood

A595 near Bridge Petton
A595 near Bridge Petton Credit: Colin Pyle

Moss Wood is a dense forest located in the picturesque region of Cumberland, England. With its lush greenery and ancient trees, it is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Stretching over an area of approximately 500 acres, Moss Wood is known for its diverse ecosystem and rich biodiversity.

The forest is primarily composed of oak, beech, and ash trees, which provide a dense canopy that filters sunlight and creates a cool and serene atmosphere. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of moss, giving the woodland its name and adding to its enchanting ambiance.

Moss Wood is home to a wide array of wildlife, including several species of birds, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. It is also a habitat for mammals like deer, foxes, and badgers. The forest acts as an important corridor for these animals, providing them with shelter and a source of food.

The woodland offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These trails wind through the towering trees and lead to hidden glades and peaceful streams. The forest is also a popular destination for birdwatching, with several lookout points and bird hides available for visitors to observe the diverse birdlife.

Moss Wood is not only a haven for wildlife but also a site of historical significance. It is believed that the forest has been in existence for centuries and has witnessed various historical events. Today, it stands as a testament to the enduring beauty and importance of forests in preserving natural habitats and providing a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Moss Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.410273/-3.4638595 or Grid Reference NY0502. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A595 near Bridge Petton
A595 near Bridge Petton
A595 nears The Red Admiral Hotel
A595 nears The Red Admiral Hotel
Triangulation Pillar, Seascale The Ordnance Survey triangulation pillar adjacent to Seascale Golf Course was constructed in 1949. The flush bracket benchmark number S5760 on the west face of the pillar marks a height of 41.3431m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1965 (photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7219327">NY0301 : Flush Bracket Benchmark, Seascale</a>).
Triangulation Pillar, Seascale
The Ordnance Survey triangulation pillar adjacent to Seascale Golf Course was constructed in 1949. The flush bracket benchmark number S5760 on the west face of the pillar marks a height of 41.3431m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1965 (photograph NY0301 : Flush Bracket Benchmark, Seascale).
Flush Bracket Benchmark, Seascale Detail of the flush bracket benchmark on the Ordnance Survey triangulation pillar at Seascale (photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7219324">NY0301 : Triangulation Pillar, Seascale</a>). The flush bracket, benchmark number S5760, is on the west face of the pillar and marks a height of 41.3431m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn), last verified in 1965.
Flush Bracket Benchmark, Seascale
Detail of the flush bracket benchmark on the Ordnance Survey triangulation pillar at Seascale (photograph NY0301 : Triangulation Pillar, Seascale). The flush bracket, benchmark number S5760, is on the west face of the pillar and marks a height of 41.3431m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn), last verified in 1965.
George VI Post Box (1936-1952), Gosforth
George VI Post Box (1936-1952), Gosforth
Lion And The Lamb Pub With Queen Elizabeth Painting, Gosforth Brand New Wall Art After The Death of Queen Elizabeth, taken the day before the funeral. Not Sure when it was done but did not spot it the day before when passing.
Lion And The Lamb Pub With Queen Elizabeth Painting, Gosforth
Brand New Wall Art After The Death of Queen Elizabeth, taken the day before the funeral. Not Sure when it was done but did not spot it the day before when passing.
Postlethwaite Garage, Seascale
Postlethwaite Garage, Seascale
The B5344 in Seascale
The B5344 in Seascale
Muddy tracks near Fleming Hall farm
Muddy tracks near Fleming Hall farm
Gateway at Panope The gateway to the house at Panope. The track leading past the gateway is a public bridleway to Hallsenna.
There is an inverted Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the right hand gatepost (detail photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7376084">NY0501 : Benchmark, Panope</a>).
Gateway at Panope
The gateway to the house at Panope. The track leading past the gateway is a public bridleway to Hallsenna. There is an inverted Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the right hand gatepost (detail photograph NY0501 : Benchmark, Panope).
Benchmark, Panope Detail of the inverted Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on a gatepost at Panope (location photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7376070">NY0501 : Gateway at Panope</a>).  The benchmark is possibly that indicated on the 1898 revision of the Ordnance Survey map as marking a height of 69.8 feet above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn).
Benchmark, Panope
Detail of the inverted Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on a gatepost at Panope (location photograph NY0501 : Gateway at Panope). The benchmark is possibly that indicated on the 1898 revision of the Ordnance Survey map as marking a height of 69.8 feet above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn).
Panope Ford The ford on Whitriggs Beck at Panope.  The track is the public bridleway from Panope to Cross Lanes at Seascale, joined almost in the ford (through the gate on the right) by a bridleway from Silver How and Blea Wath.
The beck follows the track for a few metres before leaving it to the left under a small footbridge hidden by vegetation in front of the sign.  The sign reads ‘NO SATNAV ROUTE FOR HGVS’ although the location is far from a metalled road.
Panope Ford
The ford on Whitriggs Beck at Panope. The track is the public bridleway from Panope to Cross Lanes at Seascale, joined almost in the ford (through the gate on the right) by a bridleway from Silver How and Blea Wath. The beck follows the track for a few metres before leaving it to the left under a small footbridge hidden by vegetation in front of the sign. The sign reads ‘NO SATNAV ROUTE FOR HGVS’ although the location is far from a metalled road.
Burnt Moor Ford This long paved ford at Burnt Moor is unusual insofar as Whitriggs Beck does not cross the track but merely flows along it for 25m (30yds), joining and leaving it again on the northwest side.
The track is a public bridleway from near Stony How to Panope.
Burnt Moor Ford
This long paved ford at Burnt Moor is unusual insofar as Whitriggs Beck does not cross the track but merely flows along it for 25m (30yds), joining and leaving it again on the northwest side. The track is a public bridleway from near Stony How to Panope.
Stile and Gate near Crossleys The stile is provided for a public footpath leading to the public bridleway at Crossleys, just visible in the right background.
There is a storm over the Lake District fells.
Stile and Gate near Crossleys
The stile is provided for a public footpath leading to the public bridleway at Crossleys, just visible in the right background. There is a storm over the Lake District fells.
Blocked Stile Near The Warren, this stile on the public footpath from Crossleys to Moss Side and Tarn How has been illegally blocked by fencing and barbed wire.
Blocked Stile
Near The Warren, this stile on the public footpath from Crossleys to Moss Side and Tarn How has been illegally blocked by fencing and barbed wire.
Track beside Seascale Golf Course The track runs along the edge of Seascale Golf Course from the village to How Farm and it is a public footpath.
The southernmost of the Lake District fells are in the background with the rounded bulk of Black Combe prominent.
Track beside Seascale Golf Course
The track runs along the edge of Seascale Golf Course from the village to How Farm and it is a public footpath. The southernmost of the Lake District fells are in the background with the rounded bulk of Black Combe prominent.
Lane near Fleming Hall The lane is a public bridleway and runs from Seascale Hall to Gosforth.
Lane near Fleming Hall
The lane is a public bridleway and runs from Seascale Hall to Gosforth.
Stored construction materials Stored construction materials beside the access track to Seascale Hall Farm.
Stored construction materials
Stored construction materials beside the access track to Seascale Hall Farm.
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Moss Wood is located at Grid Ref: NY0502 (Lat: 54.410273, Lng: -3.4638595)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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