Torver Common Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Torver Common Wood

Torver Goods Yard The old railway goods yard at Torver is now used by a local builder for storage. The stone built goods shed contained a loading platform upon which was mounted a 1 ton hand operated crane manufactured by R. Kitchen ironfounders in Warrington. The crane has subsequently been relocated to the rear of The Wilson’s Arms. The goods shed was used as a hay barn after the railway closed but lost its roof in a fire and stood derelict for a number of years before being repaired, altered and re-roofed and brought back into use. — Torver Goods Yard Credit: Adrian Taylor

Torver Common Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Lancashire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this enchanting forest is situated just south of Coniston Water, offering visitors a tranquil and serene escape from the bustling city life.

The wood is characterized by a diverse range of tree species, including oak, birch, and beech, which create a vibrant and lush canopy overhead. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, such as bluebells and wood anemones, adding to the beauty of the surroundings.

Torver Common Wood is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it provides a home for various animal species. Squirrels, badgers, and deer can often be spotted roaming freely within the wood, while a multitude of bird species, including woodpeckers and owls, can be heard chirping and hooting amongst the trees.

The wood offers several well-maintained footpaths and trails, making it an ideal location for walkers and nature lovers to explore. These paths wind through the woodland, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and glimpses of the nearby lake.

With its peaceful ambiance and abundant natural beauty, Torver Common Wood is a popular destination for outdoor activities and leisurely picnics. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the tranquility of nature, this enchanting woodland offers something for everyone.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.343249/-3.0802491 or Grid Reference SD2994. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Torver Goods Yard

The old railway goods yard at Torver is now used by a local builder for storage. The stone built goods shed contained a loading platform upon which was mounted a 1 ton hand operated crane manufactured by R. Kitchen ironfounders in Warrington. The crane has subsequently been relocated to the rear of The Wilson’s Arms. The goods shed was used as a hay barn after the railway closed but lost its roof in a fire and stood derelict for a number of years before being repaired, altered and re-roofed and brought back into use.

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Torver

The road here passing in front of the cottages and The Wilson Arms was originally the A593 road until it was realigned between a point near Torver Station and Dalton Road Gates level crossing, taking advantage of the alignment of the former railway.

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Torver Station

The station building is now let as a holiday cottage and the old platform is still visible. The platform and track bed have been converted into a garden with a fenced pond. Torver station was on the Foxfield to Coniston branch of The Furness Railway. It was only provided with a single low platform; the red sandstone coping stones still bear a few faint traces of white paint on the platform edge more than 60 years after the line closed to passengers.

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Coniston village sign

This road sign on the A593 was erected by Lancashire County Council, pre-dating the formation of Cumbria in 1974 which incorporated that part of Lancashire north of Morecambe Bay. Located at Park Gate, the sign is unusually far from the village, being almost 1.6km (1 mile) south of the centre of Coniston.

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The Cumbria Way near Boat House Wood

The Cumbria Way long distance path from Ulverston to Carlisle descends towards the shore of Coniston Water near Boat House Wood (next photograph SD2992 : The Cumbria Way near Sunny Bank Jetty). Out of sight at the bottom of the hill is Sunny Bank Jetty, used by Coniston Launch services during the summer months.

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The Cumbria Way, Torver Back Common

The Cumbria Way long distance path follows the shore of Coniston Water along the public footpath from Delicars to Coniston. At this point it climbs away from the lake as it approaches a wooded section of the shoreline (next photograph SD2993 : The Cumbria Way, Torver Back Common).

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The Cumbria Way near Sunny Bank Jetty

The path is a public footpath from Delicars to Coniston. It is also the route of The Cumbria Way long distance trail from Ulverston to Carlisle (next photograph SD2993 : The Cumbria Way, Torver Back Common).

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The Cumbria Way near Sunny Bank Jetty

The Cumbria Way follows the public footpath from Delicars to Coniston alongside Coniston Water, crossing a small stream near Sunny Bank Jetty (next photograph SD2993 : The Cumbria Way near Sunny Bank Jetty).

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The Cumbria Way, Torver Back Common

The Cumbria Way follows the public footpath from Delicars to Coniston above the shore of Coniston Water (next photograph SD2993 : The Cumbria Way near Bellman’s Hole).

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The Cumbria Way near Bellmanâs Hole

This path above the shore of Coniston Water is the public footpath from Delicars to Coniston. It is the route of The Cumbria Way long distance path from Ulverston to Carlisle (next photograph SD2993 : Moor Gill Foot Ford).

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Moor Gill Foot Ford

Moor Gill rises on Torver Back Common and drains into Coniston Water just below this small ford. The public footpath from Delicars to Coniston which is also the route of The Cumbria Way crosses the ford.

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The Cumbria Way, Moor Gill Foot

The Cumbria Way follows the western shore of Coniston Water through woodland below Torver Back Common (next photograph SD2993 : The Cumbria Way in Torver Common Wood).

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Moor Gill Foot Ford

Moor Gill rises on Torver Back Common and drains into Coniston Water just below this small ford. The public footpath from Delicars to Coniston crosses the ford; it is the route of The Cumbria Way long distance path (next photograph SD2993 : The Cumbria Way, Moor Gill Foot).

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Gate in Torver Common Wood

The gate crosses a public footpath from Delicars to Coniston which is also the route of The Cumbria Way long distance trail. Coniston Water can be glimpsed through the trees (next photograph SD2994 : Rocky path in Torver Common Wood).

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The Cumbria Way in Torver Common Wood

The Cumbria Way follows a public footpath along the western shore of Coniston Water through Torver Common Wood (next photograph SD2994 : Gate in Torver Common Wood).

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Rocky path in Torver Common Wood

The Cumbria Way follows a public footpath along the western shore of Coniston Water through Torver Common Wood, rounding a rocky spur above the lake shortly before reaching Harrison’s Coppice (next photograph SD2994 : Paths in Torver Common Wood).

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Gate beside Coniston Water

The public footpath from Delicars to Coniston passes through the gate leading from Torver Common Wood into Harrison Coppice. The waymark on the right hand gatepost indicates that this is the route of The Cumbria Way (next photograph SD2994 : The Cumbria Way, Harrison Coppice).

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The Cumbria Way near Coniston Water

The Cumbria Way follows the public footpath from Delicars to Coniston along the western shore of Coniston Water (next photograph SD2994 : Gate beside Coniston Water).

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Torver Common Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD2994 (Lat: 54.343249, Lng: -3.0802491)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria