Silver Birch Wood

Wood, Forest in Cheshire

England

Silver Birch Wood

Old cottages & church, Bidston Credit: Colin Park

Silver Birch Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Cheshire, England. Spanning over a vast area, it is known for its abundant growth of silver birch trees, which give the wood its name. The wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers due to its diverse flora and fauna.

The silver birch trees dominate the landscape, with their slender trunks and distinctive silver bark that shines in the sunlight. Their delicate green leaves create a beautiful canopy during the summer months, providing shade and a tranquil atmosphere for visitors. The wood is also home to a variety of other tree species, including oak, beech, and rowan, adding to its natural charm.

Within the wood, a network of well-maintained paths and trails meanders through the lush vegetation, offering visitors the opportunity to explore and appreciate the beauty of the surroundings. The forest floor is carpeted with wildflowers and ferns, providing a vibrant display of colors throughout the seasons. It is not uncommon to spot woodland creatures such as deer, rabbits, and squirrels, as well as a wide range of bird species including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds.

Silver Birch Wood is a designated nature reserve, managed by the local authorities to preserve its ecological integrity. It offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to connect with nature and enjoy its tranquility. Whether it is a leisurely walk, a picnic, or simply immersing oneself in the natural surroundings, Silver Birch Wood is a haven for those seeking solace in the beauty of the outdoors.

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Silver Birch Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.397638/-3.0715771 or Grid Reference SJ2889. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old cottages & church, Bidston

Colin Park

St Oswald's Church, Bidston

Colin Park

Trains at Bidston Station

Colin Park

Graffiti Gallery - underneath Junction 1 M53

Colin Park

A snowy Bidston Station â 1970

Looking west from the footbridge which was the only access to the station itself. On the far platform is a diesel multiple unit on the service to New Brighton from Wrexham. In the distance the M53 is under construction. 50 years on Link the station is little changed, but there has been substantial tree growth, so typical of the current railway system.

Alan Murray-Rust

Heading east from Bidston Station â 1970

The scene has changed significantly in 50 years since this view was taken, as seen here Link . There is no sign of the new road linking to the M53 from Hoylake Road, the full junction to New Brighton – still at that time used by the diesel service from Wrexham – is still in place, as are the distant container gantries at Bidston Dock. The snow covered track to the right is the trackbed of the former freight lines out of Birkenhead Docks used principally by the heavy iron ore trains to the John Summers ironworks at Shotton. As always, there is far more tree growth in 2021 compared with this view. The train is a typical 6-car formation of two 1956-built Class 503 units heading for Liverpool Central (Low Level).

Alan Murray-Rust

Best picnic spot on Bidston Moss

Best bench and viewpoint on Bidston Moss. Llandudno and the Carneddau in the frame.

Mihacel

On Bidston Hill â Boxing Day 1968 â 1

View from King George's Way looking through the pines towards Flaybrick Cemetery.

Alan Murray-Rust

On Bidston Hill â Boxing Day 1968 â 2

View from King George's Way looking towards Flaybrick Cemetery. At this date the chapels were still in use and the fine spire intact. Today the spire has been truncated and the chapels are ruinous, although Listed Grade II.

Alan Murray-Rust

On Bidston Hill â Boxing Day 1968 â 3

Path towards the windmill. This is largely the naked sandstone, with puddles between which on this day were heavily frozen.

Alan Murray-Rust

On Bidston Hill â Boxing Day 1968 â 4

Bidston Windmill from the south west. The windmill dates from the late 18th century, was restored in 1894 and again in 1971. It is Listed Grade II*.

Alan Murray-Rust

Flaybrick Memorial Gardens & ruinous chapels

Colin Park

Bidston Windmill

Colin Park

Bidston Observatory, Bidston Hill

Colin Park

Side gate at Bidston Lighthouse

Colin Park

Bidston Lighthouse

Britain's most inland lighthouse.

Colin Park

Bidston Lighthouse - main door

Colin Park

A damaged benchmark

At this coordinate, there is supposed to be an OS benchmark, but it has been logged as destroyed. The logger makes the note "Wall shows signs of repair, and there is no trace of this mark." Link

. However, on closer inspection, one can make out the line and arrow on the pale stone diagonally up from the seedling in the lower right corner of the photo. The benchmark was originally 0.5 m above ground level. I suspect that the wall was partly demolished when it was repaired, and this stone found itself in a different position in the wall.