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Ashes Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Ashes Wood

Greenodd Sands
Greenodd Sands Credit: Neil Theasby

Ashes Wood is a picturesque forest located in Lancashire, England. Situated on the outskirts of the small village of Ashes, the wood covers an area of approximately 100 acres, offering visitors a tranquil and serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The wood is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a breathtaking canopy during the spring and summer months. The forest floor is also adorned with a rich variety of wildflowers, adding to its natural beauty.

Ashes Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Visitors may catch a glimpse of common woodland species such as badgers, foxes, and squirrels, as well as a variety of bird species including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers.

The forest offers a number of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting surroundings. These paths wind through the woodland, providing opportunities for visitors to discover hidden glades, babbling brooks, and peaceful picnic spots.

Ashes Wood is managed by the local council, who ensure its preservation and protection. The forest also serves as an important carbon sink, playing a vital role in combating climate change and providing clean air for the surrounding area.

Overall, Ashes Wood is a captivating natural gem in Lancashire, offering visitors the chance to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature and enjoy a peaceful retreat in the heart of the countryside.

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Ashes Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.209232/-3.0405624 or Grid Reference SD3279. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Greenodd Sands
Greenodd Sands
Farm building in Arrad Foot
Farm building in Arrad Foot
Arrad Foot Farm, Ulverston
Arrad Foot Farm, Ulverston
Leven Viaduct from Canal Foot The Leven Viaduct carries the Cumbrian Coast Line from the Cartmel Peninsula to the Furness Peninsula. It is to be closed for maintenance for 3 months in 2006, entailing a 15-mile diversion for passengers on coaches.
Leven Viaduct from Canal Foot
The Leven Viaduct carries the Cumbrian Coast Line from the Cartmel Peninsula to the Furness Peninsula. It is to be closed for maintenance for 3 months in 2006, entailing a 15-mile diversion for passengers on coaches.
Boggy Field Looking towards Arad Foot from the mossland near Causeway End.
Boggy Field
Looking towards Arad Foot from the mossland near Causeway End.
Park Head Looking across the foreshore towards the Coniston Fells
Park Head
Looking across the foreshore towards the Coniston Fells
Limestone Low Frith On the shore a small limestone cliff
Limestone Low Frith
On the shore a small limestone cliff
Road to Frith Hall On the estuary of the River Leven. The fells are calling.
Road to Frith Hall
On the estuary of the River Leven. The fells are calling.
Plumpton Bight Leven Viaduct in view across the Bight
Plumpton Bight
Leven Viaduct in view across the Bight
Plumpton Hall Almost on the shore by the Leven estuary
Plumpton Hall
Almost on the shore by the Leven estuary
Great Oath Hill On the skyline.
Great Oath Hill
On the skyline.
A driver's view A driver's view of the Leven Viaduct from one of the older style diesel units.
A driver's view
A driver's view of the Leven Viaduct from one of the older style diesel units.
Hammerside Point Taken from Plumpton Hall looking across cartmel sands and Morecambe bay.
Hammerside Point
Taken from Plumpton Hall looking across cartmel sands and Morecambe bay.
Capeshead Embankment A view from Capes Head of a Barrow to Manchester train crossing Capeshead Embankment with the Levens Estuary and the "replica" Eddystone Lighthouse on Hoad hill above Ulverston in the background.
Capeshead Embankment
A view from Capes Head of a Barrow to Manchester train crossing Capeshead Embankment with the Levens Estuary and the "replica" Eddystone Lighthouse on Hoad hill above Ulverston in the background.
Plumpton Junction The site of the junction for the branch to Lakeside (now truncated from Haverthwaite) and also a further branch to the Glaxo Works and Conishead Priory which ran across the fields to the left.
Plumpton Junction
The site of the junction for the branch to Lakeside (now truncated from Haverthwaite) and also a further branch to the Glaxo Works and Conishead Priory which ran across the fields to the left.
Train crossing the Leven viaduct The picture shows just the start of the viaduct which has 48 piers supporting it across the estuary. The picture was taken at high tide.
Train crossing the Leven viaduct
The picture shows just the start of the viaduct which has 48 piers supporting it across the estuary. The picture was taken at high tide.
The banks of the river Leven At high tide, as shown here, this river increases massively in size.
The banks of the river Leven
At high tide, as shown here, this river increases massively in size.
Plumpton Bight at high tide Looking towards the Leven viaduct this picture shows the extent of this estuary when the tide is high.
Plumpton Bight at high tide
Looking towards the Leven viaduct this picture shows the extent of this estuary when the tide is high.
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Ashes Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD3279 (Lat: 54.209232, Lng: -3.0405624)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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