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Blakehill Wood

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Blakehill Wood

River Cocker Looking across the river which drains Crummock Water
River Cocker Credit: Oliver Dixon

Blakehill Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Cumberland, England. Spread over a vast area, it is known for its captivating natural beauty and rich biodiversity. The wood is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and meandering streams, providing a tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

The wood is predominantly made up of a mix of broadleaf and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, ash, and pine. These towering trees create a dense canopy, offering shade and shelter to numerous woodland creatures. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of vibrant wildflowers, adding a splash of color to the surroundings.

Blakehill Wood is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it attracts a diverse range of animals. Red squirrels can be spotted darting among the branches, while badgers and foxes roam the forest floor in search of food. The wood is also home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, creating a symphony of chirping and tweeting.

Visitors to Blakehill Wood can explore its many walking trails, which wind through the enchanting woodland. These paths offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and provide opportunities for birdwatching and photography. The wood is also a popular spot for picnics and family outings, with designated picnic areas and ample space for children to play.

Overall, Blakehill Wood is a captivating natural haven, offering a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and a chance to immerse oneself in the beauty of Cumberland's countryside.

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Blakehill Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.594881/-3.3153682 or Grid Reference NY1522. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

River Cocker Looking across the river which drains Crummock Water
River Cocker
Looking across the river which drains Crummock Water
Good enough to eat? Unidentified fungi in Lanthwaite Wood.
Good enough to eat?
Unidentified fungi in Lanthwaite Wood.
Swing over the River Cocker In Lanthwaite Wood.
Swing over the River Cocker
In Lanthwaite Wood.
Tall trees in Lanthwaite Wood
Tall trees in Lanthwaite Wood
Loweswater Fell
Loweswater Fell
Zigzag path from Thackthwaite On Smithy Fell.
Zigzag path from Thackthwaite
On Smithy Fell.
Distorted larch trees on snow slope Trees on the slope south-east of the summit of Fellbarrow.
Distorted larch trees on snow slope
Trees on the slope south-east of the summit of Fellbarrow.
Snow on hill road descending to Thackthwaite Thin snow cover on the road which reaches Thackthwaite in the Vale of Lorton. The slopes across the valley rise to Whiteside and Grasmoor. Crummock Water can be seen in the distance.
Snow on hill road descending to Thackthwaite
Thin snow cover on the road which reaches Thackthwaite in the Vale of Lorton. The slopes across the valley rise to Whiteside and Grasmoor. Crummock Water can be seen in the distance.
The track to Crummock Water through Lanthwaite Wood The track is a public bridleway at the start, but the more permissive right of way branches left shortly, leaving the track as just a footpath to the lake.
The track to Crummock Water through Lanthwaite Wood
The track is a public bridleway at the start, but the more permissive right of way branches left shortly, leaving the track as just a footpath to the lake.
Slopes descending from Whin Ben The western side of Whin Ben descending to the fields around Peel Place. The undulating hill country about Fellbarrow and Low Fell is at the centre of the image; the modest feature of Scale Fell is nearer.
Slopes descending from Whin Ben
The western side of Whin Ben descending to the fields around Peel Place. The undulating hill country about Fellbarrow and Low Fell is at the centre of the image; the modest feature of Scale Fell is nearer.
Lanthwaite Wood car park, near Cockermouth A car park at Lanthwaite Wood in the Lake District.
Lanthwaite Wood car park, near Cockermouth
A car park at Lanthwaite Wood in the Lake District.
Lanthwaite Wood car park, near Cockermouth A path leading into Lanthwaite Wood in the Lake District. The wood is owned and managed by the National Trust.
Lanthwaite Wood car park, near Cockermouth
A path leading into Lanthwaite Wood in the Lake District. The wood is owned and managed by the National Trust.
River Cocker at Lanthwaite Wood, near Cockermouth A view through the trees of Lanthwaite Wood, to a band in the River Cocker. The woodland is owned and managed by the Naitonal Trust.
River Cocker at Lanthwaite Wood, near Cockermouth
A view through the trees of Lanthwaite Wood, to a band in the River Cocker. The woodland is owned and managed by the Naitonal Trust.
Paths in Lanthwaite Wood, near Cockermouth A fork in the paths through Lanthwaite Wood, a woodland in the Lake District managed by the National Trust.
Paths in Lanthwaite Wood, near Cockermouth
A fork in the paths through Lanthwaite Wood, a woodland in the Lake District managed by the National Trust.
Trees at field edge A view across a field from the B5289 south of Hopebeck Bridge to the trees which line Hope Beck. There's a pile of broken branches in view and there are other similar heaps nearby, debris probably of the winter storms of 2021 / 2022.
Trees at field edge
A view across a field from the B5289 south of Hopebeck Bridge to the trees which line Hope Beck. There's a pile of broken branches in view and there are other similar heaps nearby, debris probably of the winter storms of 2021 / 2022.
Sunshine creeping across fields and trees An eastwards view from a minor road at Brackenthwaite, north of Crummock Water. The mountain slope in the distance is the west face of Whiteside.
Sunshine creeping across fields and trees
An eastwards view from a minor road at Brackenthwaite, north of Crummock Water. The mountain slope in the distance is the west face of Whiteside.
On Loweswater Fell In between Darling and Low Fells. Rain shower in the Buttermere Fells.
On Loweswater Fell
In between Darling and Low Fells. Rain shower in the Buttermere Fells.
Low Fell Summit Low Fell summit the Wainwright top
Low Fell Summit
Low Fell summit the Wainwright top
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Blakehill Wood is located at Grid Ref: NY1522 (Lat: 54.594881, Lng: -3.3153682)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Allerdale

Police Authority: Cumbria

What 3 Words

///muffin.obstruction.sculpting. Near Cockermouth, Cumbria

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