Gillbottom Wood

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Gillbottom Wood

Ancient sheepfold on the slopes of Darling Fell Good views towards Mellbreak. — Ancient sheepfold on the slopes of Darling Fell Credit: steven ruffles

Gillbottom Wood is a picturesque forest located in Cumberland, England. Spanning over several acres, it is known for its lush greenery, diverse wildlife, and tranquil atmosphere. Situated near the village of Gillbottom, the wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of towering trees, primarily consisting of oak, beech, and ash. These majestic trees provide shade and shelter for a variety of flora and fauna that call the forest home. The forest floor is blanketed with a rich carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to its natural beauty.

Gillbottom Wood is also home to a wide range of wildlife. The forest is teeming with bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Squirrels scurry through the branches, while deer and rabbits can be spotted grazing in the clearings. The wood is also inhabited by smaller creatures such as hedgehogs, foxes, and badgers.

For visitors, Gillbottom Wood offers numerous walking and hiking trails that wind through its enchanting landscape. These trails cater to different levels of difficulty and provide an opportunity to explore the forest's hidden gems. Along the way, visitors may come across babbling brooks, ancient ruins, and even a small waterfall, adding to the sense of adventure and discovery.

Overall, Gillbottom Wood in Cumberland is a haven of natural beauty, providing a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in the great outdoors. With its stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and well-maintained trails, it is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Gillbottom Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.592314/-3.3150223 or Grid Reference NY1522. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ancient sheepfold on the slopes of Darling Fell

Good views towards Mellbreak.

steven ruffles

Zigzag path from Thackthwaite

On Smithy Fell.

steven ruffles

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.

Trevor Littlewood

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.

Andy Waddington

Crummock Water beach

Despite being in "The Lake District", most large bodies of water are waters (with the odd mere), not lakes, and Crummock (raised slightly by a pair of dams) is no exception.

Andy Waddington

The more Northeasterly of two small dams raising the level of Crummock Water

Andy Waddington

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.

Trevor Littlewood

Lanthwaite Wood car park, near Cockermouth

A car park at Lanthwaite Wood in the Lake District.

Malc McDonald

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.

Malc McDonald

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.

Malc McDonald

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.

Malc McDonald

Paths at Crummock Water, near Cockermouth

Paths leading out of woodland onto the shore of Crummock Water, in the Lake District. The woodland is managed by the National Trust.

Malc McDonald

Crummock Water, near Keswick

A view of Crummock Water in the Lake District, taken in dull and damp conditions on a late November day. Here, water flows out of the lake over a weir.

Malc McDonald

Weir at Crummock Water, near Keswick

Water flows out of Crummock Water over a weir, into the River Cocker.

Malc McDonald

Footbridge over the River Cocker, near Keswick

The River Cocker flows out of Crummock Water here. This is one of two footbridges carrying a lakeside path across the river.

Malc McDonald

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.

Trevor Littlewood