Rowland Close Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Rowland Close Wood

Rusland Church
Rusland Church Credit: P Gaskell

Rowland Close Wood, located in Lancashire, is a serene and picturesque forest area that offers a tranquil retreat to nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. Spread across a vast expanse of land, this woodland is a haven for various flora and fauna species, making it an ideal spot for wildlife enthusiasts and nature photographers.

The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of tall trees that provide a cool shade, creating a soothing environment. The predominant tree species found here include oak, beech, and birch, which contribute to the rich biodiversity of the area.

Walking along the well-maintained trails, visitors can explore the various habitats within the wood, such as wetlands, meadows, and ponds. These diverse habitats support a wide range of wildlife, including birds, mammals, and insects. Birdwatchers can spot species like woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds, while lucky visitors may even catch a glimpse of deer or foxes.

The wood is also home to a multitude of plant species, including wildflowers, ferns, and mosses. During spring, the forest floor comes alive with vibrant blooms, creating a colorful carpet that adds to the beauty of the surroundings.

Rowland Close Wood offers an opportunity to connect with nature and escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether it's a leisurely walk, a picnic, or simply enjoying the peace and tranquility, this woodland provides a serene experience for all who visit.

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Rowland Close Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.310039/-3.0119642 or Grid Reference SD3490. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rusland Church
Rusland Church
St Paul's Church, Rusland Built on a prominent rocky knoll. Grade II Listed Building. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1225406" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1225406">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>
St Paul's Church, Rusland
Built on a prominent rocky knoll. Grade II Listed Building. See LinkExternal link
St Paul's Church, Rusland Built on a prominent rocky knoll. Grade II Listed Building. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1225406" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1225406">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>
St Paul's Church, Rusland
Built on a prominent rocky knoll. Grade II Listed Building. See LinkExternal link
St Paul's St Paul's Church.
St Paul's
St Paul's Church.
Thwaite Moss View across fields at Thwaite Moss.
Thwaite Moss
View across fields at Thwaite Moss.
Across the fields to Thwaite Moss
Across the fields to Thwaite Moss
Woodland Rusland Leaving Rusland on the road to Satterthwaite
Woodland Rusland
Leaving Rusland on the road to Satterthwaite
Rusland Church Church where Arthur Ransome is buried.
Rusland Church
Church where Arthur Ransome is buried.
Footpath through Rusland Church Kissing Gate and footpath that passes through the churchyard at Rusland Church.
Footpath through Rusland Church
Kissing Gate and footpath that passes through the churchyard at Rusland Church.
Crosslands, Nr Rusland, Cumbria. Taken whilst staying on Crosslands Caravan site
Crosslands, Nr Rusland, Cumbria.
Taken whilst staying on Crosslands Caravan site
Rusland Church Taken on a bright December morning.
Rusland Church
Taken on a bright December morning.
Sheep pasture Near Quakers' Wood
Sheep pasture Near Quakers' Wood
Road Through Quakers' Wood Heading to Force Forge.
Road Through Quakers' Wood
Heading to Force Forge.
Rusland Church
Rusland Church
Rusland Church, from the junction below
Rusland Church, from the junction below
Arthur Ransome's Grave, Rusland Church. Arthur Mitchell Ransome was born in Leeds in 1884 and educated in Windermere and Rugby. 
he lived for a time in Russia, where he met his second wife Evgenia Shvelpina, Trotsky's secretary. 
Ransome married Evgenia and returned to England in 1924. Settling in the Lake District, he spent the late 1920s as a foreign correspondent and highly-respected angling columnist for the Manchester Guardian, before settling down to write Swallows and Amazons and its successors. 

Today Ransome is best known for his Swallows and Amazons series of novels, (1931 - 1947). All remain in print and have been widely translated.

Arthur Ransome died in June 1967 and is buried at Rusland Church in the Lake District.
Arthur Ransome's Grave, Rusland Church.
Arthur Mitchell Ransome was born in Leeds in 1884 and educated in Windermere and Rugby. he lived for a time in Russia, where he met his second wife Evgenia Shvelpina, Trotsky's secretary. Ransome married Evgenia and returned to England in 1924. Settling in the Lake District, he spent the late 1920s as a foreign correspondent and highly-respected angling columnist for the Manchester Guardian, before settling down to write Swallows and Amazons and its successors. Today Ransome is best known for his Swallows and Amazons series of novels, (1931 - 1947). All remain in print and have been widely translated. Arthur Ransome died in June 1967 and is buried at Rusland Church in the Lake District.
The Syke Farmhouse Farm house dating from c1565 in the beautiful Rusland valley.
The Syke Farmhouse
Farm house dating from c1565 in the beautiful Rusland valley.
The Syke The Syke Farmhouse in the Rusland Valley.
The Syke
The Syke Farmhouse in the Rusland Valley.
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Rowland Close Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD3490 (Lat: 54.310039, Lng: -3.0119642)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Force Falls
Waterway: waterfall
Lat/Long: 54.3115347/-3.0163617
Bus Stop
Force Mills junction (W bound)
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Lat/Long: 54.3107283/-3.0146879
Bus Stop
Force Mills junction (E bound)
Local Ref: AT
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Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Force Mills junction (E bound)
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Lat/Long: 54.3108437/-3.0148598
Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: LA12 85
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Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Man Made: telephone_box
Lat/Long: 54.3099222/-3.0175295
Force Mills
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.3107962/-3.0142241
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 54.3108845/-3.0144589
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3128157/-3.0169314
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.312251/-3.0169064
Power: pole
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Power: pole
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