Brow's Wood

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Brow's Wood

Path up Barrow The path climbs the northern spur. The ridge continues to Stile End and Outerside (catching the sun on the right). — Path up Barrow Credit: Ian Taylor

Brow's Wood, located in Cumberland, is a picturesque forest known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. Spanning over a vast area, this wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts and offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of towering trees, predominantly consisting of oak, beech, and ash. These majestic trees provide a habitat for a wide range of wildlife, including various species of birds, small mammals, and insects. Visitors to Brow's Wood often have the opportunity to spot creatures such as deer, foxes, squirrels, and a variety of bird species.

Trails wind their way through the wood, offering visitors a chance to explore its hidden treasures. These paths are well-maintained and suitable for both leisurely walks and more adventurous hikes. Along the way, one can witness the beauty of wildflowers blooming in spring and enjoy the vibrant colors of autumn leaves in fall.

Brow's Wood is also home to a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back centuries. Remnants of ancient settlements and burial mounds can be found within the wood, providing a glimpse into the area's past.

In addition to its natural and historical significance, Brow's Wood offers various recreational activities. Picnic spots are scattered throughout the forest, providing a perfect setting for a family outing or a peaceful lunch amidst nature. Camping facilities are also available for those wishing to immerse themselves in the serene atmosphere of the wood for a longer period.

Overall, Brow's Wood is a captivating location that showcases the beauty of Cumberland's woodlands. Its combination of natural splendor and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Brow's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.608581/-3.2009564 or Grid Reference NY2224. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path up Barrow

The path climbs the northern spur. The ridge continues to Stile End and Outerside (catching the sun on the right).

Ian Taylor

Mountain bike track, Whinlatter

Steven Brown

Mountain bike track, Hospital Plantation, Whinlatter Forest Park

Steven Brown

Mountain bike track, Hospital Plantation, Whinlatter Forest Park

Steven Brown

Benchmark on Thornthwaite Chapel, Thornwaite

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Track junction in Beckstones Plantation

Andy Waddington

Radiation fog clings to the slopes of Braithwaite How

A cold night has filled the valleys with radiation fog, with the peaks and higher slopes initially clear of the roiling mists. An increasing northwesterly wind is starting to move the air, and is bringing clouds to the tops, limiting the sunlight reaching the valleys. Where the trees slow the breeze, fog lingers on the slopes of Braithwaite How. Across the valley, Skiddaw is just losing its summit view - one had to be out early to get sun on the tops today !

Andy Waddington

Boulder among the bracken, Kinn

The underlying solid geology of Kinn is the Kirkstile Formation of laminated mudstones and siltstones of Arenig (Ordovician) age, but the boulder doesn't seem to match that description and is likely to be a glacial erratic, brought by ice sheets from elsewhere. The rounded shape supports that conclusion. There is no bedrock showing here, and the rock sits on a slope heavily infested with bracken, above scattered woodland showing autumn colours. The view across the rapidly clearing morning radiation fog is towards Skiddaw and Bassenthwaite (one of those very rare things in the Lake District - a lake - as opposed to a water or a mere).

Andy Waddington

Ascending Kinn towards Grisedale Pike

After a steep pull from the road, the path to Grisedale Pike ascends more gently for a while up Kinn, as the morning sun disappears behind increasing amounts of cloud formed by a stiff northwesterly breeze. This is hardly unexpected in the Lakes in November, but an hour earlier the tops had been clear above a thermal inversion causing fog in the valley and we'd hoped for better views at least early in the walk. The forecast predicted an hour with rain in the middle of the day, so we counted ourselves fortunate that that didn't materialise.

Andy Waddington

Looking back down Kinn

Kinn forms the normal route of ascent of Grisedale Pike from the northeast near Braithwaite and steepens into Sleet How at about the point where this photograph was taken. There's about 400m of ascent to go, the majority of it now steep, so photography is always a good excuse to avoid starting the day's hard work...

Andy Waddington

Meanders in Coledale Beck

Whilst it looks pleasant enough, pollution from the Force Crag mines further up the valley is a significant issue in the beck and whilst there is some rediation in the form of settlement ponds, no effort seems to be being made to entirely remove the ugly workings and tackle the cause of the pollution at source, let alone at the original mine owners' expense as would be proper.

Andy Waddington

Traditional Cast Iron Fingerpost at Braithwaite

Situated in the little village of Braithwaite by the Coledale Beck. A water level marker can also be seen. Braithwaite is only 2.5 miles from Keswick.

Jennifer Petrie