Birch Hill Wood

Wood, Forest in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Birch Hill Wood

Loughrigg Tarn from Neaum Crag Looking across towards Loughrigg Tarn and Loughrigg Fell from Neaum Crag.
Loughrigg Tarn from Neaum Crag Credit: DS Pugh

Birch Hill Wood, located in Westmorland, is a picturesque woodland area that spans over a vast expanse of approximately 100 acres. This enchanting forest is renowned for its rich biodiversity and stunning natural beauty, attracting nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

As its name suggests, Birch Hill Wood is dominated by an abundance of graceful birch trees, which lend the woodland its distinctive charm. These slender trees, with their silver-white bark and delicate foliage, create a serene and tranquil atmosphere throughout the forest. The dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves creates a magical ambiance, perfect for peaceful walks or picnics among nature.

In addition to the birch trees, Birch Hill Wood is also home to a diverse range of other flora and fauna. The forest floor is carpeted with an array of wildflowers, creating a riot of colors in the spring and summer months. Various species of birds, including woodpeckers and songbirds, can be spotted flitting among the branches, while squirrels and rabbits scurry through the undergrowth.

Aside from its natural beauty, Birch Hill Wood offers numerous recreational opportunities. Several well-maintained trails crisscross the woodland, providing visitors with scenic walks and opportunities to explore its hidden corners. The forest is also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it provides habitats for a variety of mammals and insects.

Birch Hill Wood truly is a nature lover’s paradise, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether one seeks solitude, a family outing, or the chance to connect with the natural world, this woodland gem in Westmorland is sure to captivate all who visit.

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Birch Hill Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.429543/-3.0408976 or Grid Reference NY3204. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loughrigg Tarn from Neaum Crag Looking across towards Loughrigg Tarn and Loughrigg Fell from Neaum Crag.
Loughrigg Tarn from Neaum Crag
Looking across towards Loughrigg Tarn and Loughrigg Fell from Neaum Crag.
Field at Loughrigg Fold Looking across towards Loughrigg Tarn.
Field at Loughrigg Fold
Looking across towards Loughrigg Tarn.
Path to the north of Loughrigg Tarn Looking along a path through a sheep field.
Path to the north of Loughrigg Tarn
Looking along a path through a sheep field.
Sheep above Elterwater Looking across a field from the road.
Sheep above Elterwater
Looking across a field from the road.
Fields beside Great Langdale Beck Looking across farmland from the bridleway between Elterwater and Skelwith Bridge.
Fields beside Great Langdale Beck
Looking across farmland from the bridleway between Elterwater and Skelwith Bridge.
Brathay exiting Elterwater Looking along the River Brathay on a summers' evening.
Brathay exiting Elterwater
Looking along the River Brathay on a summers' evening.
Sun setting over Elterwater Looking across Elterwater on a midsummer's evening.
Sun setting over Elterwater
Looking across Elterwater on a midsummer's evening.
Towards the Brathay Looking towards a wider section of the River Brathay after its exit from Elterwater.
Towards the Brathay
Looking towards a wider section of the River Brathay after its exit from Elterwater.
River Brathay south of Elterwater Looking along a wider section of the Brathay after it has exited Elterwater.
River Brathay south of Elterwater
Looking along a wider section of the Brathay after it has exited Elterwater.
River Brathay near Bridge How Coppice Looking downstream along the river.
River Brathay near Bridge How Coppice
Looking downstream along the river.
Brathay above Skelwith Force Looking along a calm section of the River Brathay downstream of Elterwater.
Brathay above Skelwith Force
Looking along a calm section of the River Brathay downstream of Elterwater.
Down Skelwith Force Looking down a rather empty Skelwith Force.
Down Skelwith Force
Looking down a rather empty Skelwith Force.
Road beside Tonge Intake Plantation Looking along a track to High Park and Stang End.
Road beside Tonge Intake Plantation
Looking along a track to High Park and Stang End.
Road towards High Park Looking along the track from the A593 to High Park.
Road towards High Park
Looking along the track from the A593 to High Park.
Road and Great How Looking along the road leading to High Park and Stang End.
Road and Great How
Looking along the road leading to High Park and Stang End.
Road passing Great How Looking along the road to High Park.
Road passing Great How
Looking along the road to High Park.
Hay field above High Park Looking across a cut field near Great How.
Hay field above High Park
Looking across a cut field near Great How.
Lane to High Park Looking down the lane to High Park and Stang End.
Lane to High Park
Looking down the lane to High Park and Stang End.
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Birch Hill Wood is located at Grid Ref: NY3204 (Lat: 54.429543, Lng: -3.0408976)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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