Baggrow Quarry Wood

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Baggrow Quarry Wood

A596 crosses railway at Heathfield
A596 crosses railway at Heathfield Credit: Colin Pyle

Baggrow Quarry Wood is a stunning forest located in Cumberland, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is situated near the village of Baggrow and is renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity.

The woodland is primarily composed of a mix of broadleaf trees including oak, ash, birch, and beech. These towering trees create a dense canopy that filters sunlight, resulting in a cool and shaded environment beneath. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

Baggrow Quarry Wood is home to a wide range of wildlife, making it an important conservation area. Visitors may encounter various bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, as well as small mammals like foxes, badgers, and voles. The forest also provides habitat for numerous insects, including butterflies, bees, and beetles.

The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the area and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. These paths lead to a picturesque quarry that adds a unique element to the landscape. The quarry walls are covered in lush vegetation, creating a striking contrast against the rugged rock face.

Baggrow Quarry Wood is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers. Its tranquil atmosphere and diverse flora and fauna make it an ideal place for relaxation and exploration. Whether one is seeking a peaceful walk, wildlife spotting, or simply to immerse themselves in nature, Baggrow Quarry Wood offers a delightful experience for visitors of all ages.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.773414/-3.278497 or Grid Reference NY1742. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A596 crosses railway at Heathfield
A596 crosses railway at Heathfield
A596 passes Brayton Park entrance
A596 passes Brayton Park entrance
A596 at Cisswell Wood
A596 at Cisswell Wood
Blennerhasset, Village Green Blennerhasset translates roughly as 'hay field on the summit' with the first half of the name having a Celtic origin and the latter part Scandinavian.
Blennerhasset, Village Green
Blennerhasset translates roughly as 'hay field on the summit' with the first half of the name having a Celtic origin and the latter part Scandinavian.
Cockgate, near Blennerhasset A rather imposing house at the junction of two relatively minor roads between Blennerhasset and Aspatria.
Cockgate, near Blennerhasset
A rather imposing house at the junction of two relatively minor roads between Blennerhasset and Aspatria.
Brayton Park, Aspatria Brayton Park is a golf course. The club house and restaurant is visible in the background. It also features a lake which hosts regular fishing competitions.
Brayton Park, Aspatria
Brayton Park is a golf course. The club house and restaurant is visible in the background. It also features a lake which hosts regular fishing competitions.
Watchhill, nr Aspatria The B5299 turns sharply right at Watchhill between Aspatria on the A596 and Mealsgate on the A595
Watchhill, nr Aspatria
The B5299 turns sharply right at Watchhill between Aspatria on the A596 and Mealsgate on the A595
Allhallows Church, Fletchertown Tucked away amongst trees and some distance from the village itself, Allhallows at Fletchertown exhibits a wide variety of flowers and shrubs in its churchyard.
Allhallows Church, Fletchertown
Tucked away amongst trees and some distance from the village itself, Allhallows at Fletchertown exhibits a wide variety of flowers and shrubs in its churchyard.
The Cumbrian Coast Line as it runs across the Solway Plain east of Aspatria The parapet from which this photo was taken has recently been rebuilt after coming off worst in a number of collisions with heavy vehicles.
The Cumbrian Coast Line as it runs across the Solway Plain east of Aspatria
The parapet from which this photo was taken has recently been rebuilt after coming off worst in a number of collisions with heavy vehicles.
Heathfield Farm Taken across crop fields from the minor road linking Baggrow to the A596(T).
Heathfield Farm
Taken across crop fields from the minor road linking Baggrow to the A596(T).
The Gatehouse at the entrance to Brayton Park, east of Aspatria
The Gatehouse at the entrance to Brayton Park, east of Aspatria
Frosty Rails The line is the West Coast, from Carlisle to Maryport and beyond. The woods on the left now house paintball wars.
Frosty Rails
The line is the West Coast, from Carlisle to Maryport and beyond. The woods on the left now house paintball wars.
Crookdake. The trees attracted me to this photo on a drab day.
Crookdake.
The trees attracted me to this photo on a drab day.
Scalegill woods far left. The Solway Firth and Scotland are just showing in the background.
Scalegill woods far left.
The Solway Firth and Scotland are just showing in the background.
A peek through the hedge.
A peek through the hedge.
River Ellen near Harriston
River Ellen near Harriston
Old Railway Bridge This bridge formerly carried the single track Mealsgate Branch (or Loop) line from Aspatria to Aikbank Junction.
Old Railway Bridge
This bridge formerly carried the single track Mealsgate Branch (or Loop) line from Aspatria to Aikbank Junction.
All Saints Church, Allhallows, Mealsgate
All Saints Church, Allhallows, Mealsgate
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Baggrow Quarry Wood is located at Grid Ref: NY1742 (Lat: 54.773414, Lng: -3.278497)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Allerdale

Police Authority: Cumbria

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