Beancroft Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Beancroft Wood

A595 at Galloper Pool Bridge Credit: Colin Pyle

Beancroft Wood is a captivating forest located in Lancashire, England. This woodland area stretches across approximately 50 acres and is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty. Situated near the town of Beancroft, this enchanting wood is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

The woodland is primarily composed of native tree species, including oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees create a dense canopy that provides shelter and habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna. Underneath the leafy canopy, the forest floor is adorned with a vibrant carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the area's charm.

Beancroft Wood boasts a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its wonders at their own pace. These trails wind through the forest, leading visitors to discover hidden glades, babbling brooks, and picturesque viewpoints. Birdsong fills the air, and if you're lucky, you may spot woodland creatures such as deer, foxes, and various species of birds.

The forest is also home to a small pond, providing a peaceful spot for reflection and a habitat for aquatic life. Visitors can enjoy a picnic by the pond or simply sit back and relax, immersing themselves in the tranquility of this natural oasis.

Beancroft Wood is a haven for those seeking solace in nature's embrace. Its serene atmosphere, abundant wildlife, and captivating landscape make it a must-visit destination for anyone looking to reconnect with the natural world.

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Beancroft Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.276511/-3.1977271 or Grid Reference SD2287. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A595 at Galloper Pool Bridge

Colin Pyle

A595 north west of High Cross

Colin Pyle

Remains of wooden ballast bin

Only a few rotten pieces of wood remain from this ballast bin beside the former Furness Railway Coniston Branch near Moss Side. Built from old wooden railway sleepers it is difficult to place an age on this ballast bin, but it is possible it pre-dates the formation of the London Midland and Scottish Railway in 1923 who later introduced concrete bins (see photograph NY2924 : LMS Standard Concrete Ballast Bin). Positioned approximately every mile, more frequently on curved track, ballast bins were used to store small stone chippings which were used by the railway Lengthsmen to pack and adjust the railway sleepers. Using only a jack and a shovel, an experienced Lengthsman could judge exactly the right quantity of chippings to use to obtain a perfect ‘top’ to the rail and they often took great pride in the quality of their work. The Coniston Branch closed to passengers in October 1958 and to all traffic with effect from the 30 April 1962 although the last train had run during the preceding week. The track bed in front of the ballast bin is deep in mud and trampled by cows.

Adrian Taylor

Woodland in East Park

This woodland is in the grounds of the Broughton Tower Estate. An ornamental lake can be glimpsed through the trees in the right background.

Adrian Taylor

Ornamental lake, East Park

This is the southernmost of two ornamental lakes in the East Park of the Broughton Tower Estate. Although on private land the public has access from the public bridleway on the track bed of the former railway from Foxfield to Coniston which is adjacent. There is also a public footpath crossing the narrow isthmus between the two lakes.

Adrian Taylor

Wreaks Causeway End Bridge over Kirkby Pool

Wreaks Causeway End Bridge carrying the A595. Listed Building entry number 1138084. Grade II. Listing includes carvings on the coping stones of the parapets. Link

Alan Jolley

Carved words on Wreaks Causeway End Bridge

Wreaks Causeway End Bridge carrying the A595. Listed Building entry number 1138084. Grade II. Listing includes carvings on the coping stones of the parapets. Link

"Do not stop long at the fair". One of many carvings on the parapets. Many of the stones have been damaged, presumably during bridge widening. Other carvings include "Yellow for ever", "Be kind to the poor", "A sensible man wont offend me and no other can", "Forget me not", "Happy land", "England for ever", "I can paddle my own canoe", "Tomorrow may be silent", "Thomas Dawson post messenger arrives [6 10 a m]".

Alan Jolley

Reading the charter, Broughton in Furness 1976

Jim Barton

Reading the charter, Broughton in Furness 1976 (2)

Jim Barton

Reading the charter, Broughton in Furness 1976 (3)

The granting of a royal charter to hold a fair in Broughton is commemorated annually on 1st August in the village square. In 1976 I assume that the ceremony was held on the 2nd August as the 1st fell on a Sunday. After the reading, there was a general movement to the Manor Arms to claim the traditional free pint!

Jim Barton

The Coniston Branch near Wall End

Now only used by walkers and cyclists, this is the route of the former Furness Railway branch line from Foxfield to Coniston. The last passenger service ran on 4 October 1958 with a final enthusiats’ special train on the 27 August 1961. The last freight train ran during the week ending 29 April 1962 and the track was lifted early in 1963.

Adrian Taylor

Broughton Tower Estate

Adrian Taylor

Field near Wall End

The broken ground to the right of the photograph is described on old Ordnance Survey maps as a marl pit. The fell in the background, left of centre, is Great Burney, 298m (979ft).

Adrian Taylor