Cot Wood

Wood, Forest in Herefordshire

England

Cot Wood

Pool on Little Mountain A piece of low moorland I last visited in the snow of January 2010; <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1657094">SO2842 : Walkers on Little Mountain</a>.
Pool on Little Mountain Credit: Jonathan Billinger

Cot Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Herefordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is an enchanting forest that offers visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The wood is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees, such as oak, ash, and beech, which create a lush and verdant canopy overhead. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers and ferns, adding to the area's natural beauty. This rich biodiversity makes Cot Wood a haven for wildlife, with numerous species of birds, mammals, and insects calling it home.

Walking through Cot Wood, visitors can enjoy the serenity of the surroundings and immerse themselves in nature. There are several well-marked trails that wind through the woods, allowing for leisurely strolls or more vigorous hikes. Along the way, one may come across old stone walls, remnants of the wood's past as a grazing area for livestock.

The wood also has a small picnic area, where visitors can relax and enjoy a meal surrounded by the peaceful ambiance of the forest. Additionally, there are a few wooden benches strategically placed at various viewpoints, providing the perfect opportunity to pause and take in the breathtaking scenery.

Cot Wood is a popular destination for nature lovers, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat. Its idyllic setting, diverse flora and fauna, and well-maintained trails make it a must-visit location for anyone exploring the Herefordshire countryside.

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Cot Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.073375/-3.0658682 or Grid Reference SO2742. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pool on Little Mountain A piece of low moorland I last visited in the snow of January 2010; <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1657094">SO2842 : Walkers on Little Mountain</a>.
Pool on Little Mountain
A piece of low moorland I last visited in the snow of January 2010; SO2842 : Walkers on Little Mountain.
Little Mountain Common A piece of low moorland I last visited in the snow of January 2010; <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1657094">SO2842 : Walkers on Little Mountain</a>.
Little Mountain Common
A piece of low moorland I last visited in the snow of January 2010; SO2842 : Walkers on Little Mountain.
Where's the food then? Some inquisitive Black-face sheep appear to see what a Geographer is doing at this spot at 8:22am on a cold February morning.
Where's the food then?
Some inquisitive Black-face sheep appear to see what a Geographer is doing at this spot at 8:22am on a cold February morning.
Sheep in a field to the south of Little Mountain See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4821631">SO2842 : Where's the food then?</a> for a close-up.
Sheep in a field to the south of Little Mountain
See SO2842 : Where's the food then? for a close-up.
Stile on Tomkyn's Lane Footpath leads north-west towards Llanerch-y-coed.
Stile on Tomkyn's Lane
Footpath leads north-west towards Llanerch-y-coed.
Footpath from Tomkyn's Lane Footpath leads north-west towards Llanerch-y-coed.
Footpath from Tomkyn's Lane
Footpath leads north-west towards Llanerch-y-coed.
Old Milestone, B4348, Rock Coppice The milestone is located 150m east of the junction with Priory Lane against the hedgerow, 15m from B stone, on the south side of the road.  Parish of Clifford (Hererfordshire District). Carved stone post, erected by the Whitney & Brewardine turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
TO
HAY
2
MILES

Milestone Society National ID: HF_HYHF02
Old Milestone, B4348, Rock Coppice
The milestone is located 150m east of the junction with Priory Lane against the hedgerow, 15m from B stone, on the south side of the road. Parish of Clifford (Hererfordshire District). Carved stone post, erected by the Whitney & Brewardine turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- TO HAY 2 MILES Milestone Society National ID: HF_HYHF02
Fields at Mynydd Brith On the northern slopes of Cefn Hill.
Fields at Mynydd Brith
On the northern slopes of Cefn Hill.
Castle Motte, Nant-y-bar See: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info/English%20sites/1449.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info/English%20sites/1449.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Castle Motte, Nant-y-bar
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Castle Motte, Nant-y-bar Viewed from below by a farm. See: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info/English%20sites/1449.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info/English%20sites/1449.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Castle Motte, Nant-y-bar
Viewed from below by a farm. See: LinkExternal link
Farm Buildings, Nant-y-bar
Farm Buildings, Nant-y-bar
Farmland at Nant-y-bar
Farmland at Nant-y-bar
Motte and Bailey, Mynydd Brith <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info/English%20sites/1448.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info/English%20sites/1448.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Motte and Bailey, Mynydd Brith
Farm at Mynydd Brith
Farm at Mynydd Brith
Mynydd Brith Farm on the opposite side of the road from the castle motte and bailey.
Mynydd Brith
Farm on the opposite side of the road from the castle motte and bailey.
Lane to Little Mountain View to the south down a no through road to Little Mountain
Lane to Little Mountain
View to the south down a no through road to Little Mountain
'Little Mountain' At 303m, Little Mountain could contravene the Trade Descriptions Act. It certainly is not a mountain. This area of common land is now a nature reserve. See: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/leisure/parks_recreation/2581.asp" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/leisure/parks_recreation/2581.asp">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
'Little Mountain'
At 303m, Little Mountain could contravene the Trade Descriptions Act. It certainly is not a mountain. This area of common land is now a nature reserve. See: LinkExternal link
Drive to Pen-y-llan The farm at Pen-y-llan is obscured behind the trees on the left, the farm is on the edge of Little Mountain.
Drive to Pen-y-llan
The farm at Pen-y-llan is obscured behind the trees on the left, the farm is on the edge of Little Mountain.
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Cot Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO2742 (Lat: 52.073375, Lng: -3.0658682)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

What 3 Words

///establish.aims.waffle. Near Clifford, Herefordshire

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