Mill Hill Wood

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Carlisle

England

Mill Hill Wood

Sheep in a field near Gretna Sheep grazing on the English side of the border.
Sheep in a field near Gretna Credit: David Dixon

Mill Hill Wood, located in Cumberland, is a stunning and diverse forest that spans over a vast area of land. This woodland, also known as Mill Hill Forest, offers visitors a unique and enchanting experience with its rich biodiversity and natural beauty.

The forest is home to a wide range of tree species, including oak, beech, birch, and pine, creating a lush and vibrant canopy that provides shade and shelter to various wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of ferns, moss, and wildflowers, creating a picturesque scene that changes with the seasons.

Mill Hill Wood is also known for its diverse wildlife population. Visitors may encounter various bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and finches, which make their homes in the tree hollows. The forest also supports a healthy population of mammals, including deer, foxes, rabbits, and squirrels. Nature enthusiasts can explore the forest's network of walking trails and may be lucky enough to spot some of these creatures in their natural habitat.

In addition to its natural beauty, Mill Hill Wood offers recreational activities for visitors. The forest has picnic areas and designated camping spots, allowing families and outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy a day out or spend a night under the stars. The tranquil atmosphere and peaceful surroundings make it an ideal destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers.

Overall, Mill Hill Wood, Cumberland is a captivating forest that showcases the beauty of nature in all its glory. With its diverse flora and fauna, it offers a peaceful retreat and an opportunity to connect with the natural world.

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Mill Hill Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.998305/-3.0264507 or Grid Reference NY3467. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sheep in a field near Gretna Sheep grazing on the English side of the border.
Sheep in a field near Gretna
Sheep grazing on the English side of the border.
Old Toll Bar, Gretna Green The Toll Bar is now a cafe.
Old Toll Bar, Gretna Green
The Toll Bar is now a cafe.
M6 approaching Guards Mill Bridge
M6 approaching Guards Mill Bridge
Almost in Scotland Having left the M6 at Junction 45 and turned onto the B7076, we are now only about 350 yards away from the England/Scotland border at Gretna. The Solway Firth is just visible above the hedge.
Almost in Scotland
Having left the M6 at Junction 45 and turned onto the B7076, we are now only about 350 yards away from the England/Scotland border at Gretna. The Solway Firth is just visible above the hedge.
Green Mill Road Entrance to Green Mill Road off the A6071 Longtown.
Green Mill Road
Entrance to Green Mill Road off the A6071 Longtown.
Drainage ditch Situated off the A6071 on the left just past Green Mill Road as you head towards Gretna Green.
Drainage ditch
Situated off the A6071 on the left just past Green Mill Road as you head towards Gretna Green.
Gateway A6071 What looks like a gateway to a logging track situated off the A6071. Woodland has recently been cleared from this site.
Gateway A6071
What looks like a gateway to a logging track situated off the A6071. Woodland has recently been cleared from this site.
Course of old railway south of Gretna This appears on hardly any maps, but a 1" OS map of 1925 shows a single track railway leaving the Gretna branch at about the right-hand edge of this view. It passes under the West Coast main line and south of Gretna village, where a couple of establishments of some sort are served. It then eventually joins up with the Glasgow and South Western line west of Eastriggs, about where the current military junction is. This was a military railway serving the widely spread areas of the WWI Gretna ordnance factory.
Course of old railway south of Gretna
This appears on hardly any maps, but a 1" OS map of 1925 shows a single track railway leaving the Gretna branch at about the right-hand edge of this view. It passes under the West Coast main line and south of Gretna village, where a couple of establishments of some sort are served. It then eventually joins up with the Glasgow and South Western line west of Eastriggs, about where the current military junction is. This was a military railway serving the widely spread areas of the WWI Gretna ordnance factory.
Bus shelter at junction to Blackbank from A6071
Bus shelter at junction to Blackbank from A6071
Benchmark on Plump Bridge Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 13.748m above Newlyn Datum verified 1974
Benchmark on Plump Bridge
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 13.748m above Newlyn Datum verified 1974
Northern parapet of Plump Bridge beside old road at approach to Plumpe Farm There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7155992">NY3368 : Benchmark on Plump Bridge</a> on the road face of the parapet at its far end
Northern parapet of Plump Bridge beside old road at approach to Plumpe Farm
There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark NY3368 : Benchmark on Plump Bridge on the road face of the parapet at its far end
Royal Bank of Scotland milepost on north side of road west of Plumpe Farm The post indicates Gretna Green 1, Gretna 1½, Carlisle 11, on National Cycle Network Route 7
Royal Bank of Scotland milepost on north side of road west of Plumpe Farm
The post indicates Gretna Green 1, Gretna 1½, Carlisle 11, on National Cycle Network Route 7
Benchmark on top of milestone indicating 11 miles to Carlisle Ordnance Survey pivot benchmark levelled at 26.651m above Newlyn Datum verified 1974.
Benchmark on top of milestone indicating 11 miles to Carlisle
Ordnance Survey pivot benchmark levelled at 26.651m above Newlyn Datum verified 1974.
Carlisle 11 milestone on north side of road west of Mill Hill There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7158173">NY3367 : Benchmark on top of milestone indicating 11 miles to Carlisle</a> on top of the milestone
Carlisle 11 milestone on north side of road west of Mill Hill
There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark NY3367 : Benchmark on top of milestone indicating 11 miles to Carlisle on top of the milestone
Gretna Loaning heading towards Longtown at Mill Hill There is an old milestone <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7158533">NY3367 : Carlisle 11 milestone on north side of road west of Mill Hill</a> on the verge at the left hand side of the image
Gretna Loaning heading towards Longtown at Mill Hill
There is an old milestone NY3367 : Carlisle 11 milestone on north side of road west of Mill Hill on the verge at the left hand side of the image
Sheep in field between minor road east of Mill Hill and A6071
Sheep in field between minor road east of Mill Hill and A6071
Sheep and tree in field between Gretna Loaning and Borders east of Mill Hill
Sheep and tree in field between Gretna Loaning and Borders east of Mill Hill
Sark Bridge taking old road over River Sark at Scotland / England border Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark was levelled at 51.106 feet above Liverpool Datum during the 1GL Carlisle to Sark Bridge, through Longtown Survey of 1844-1845 on the left hand parapet of the bridge. The surveyor's description was 'No. 32 Bolt in North pier of Sark Bridge, at boundary of England and Scotland ; 2.18 ft. below mark on top of battlement'
Sark Bridge taking old road over River Sark at Scotland / England border
Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark was levelled at 51.106 feet above Liverpool Datum during the 1GL Carlisle to Sark Bridge, through Longtown Survey of 1844-1845 on the left hand parapet of the bridge. The surveyor's description was 'No. 32 Bolt in North pier of Sark Bridge, at boundary of England and Scotland ; 2.18 ft. below mark on top of battlement'
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Mill Hill Wood is located at Grid Ref: NY3467 (Lat: 54.998305, Lng: -3.0264507)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Carlisle

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.998305,-3.0264507
Bus Stop
Blackbank West
Naptan AtcoCode: 090033014196
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Blackbank West
Naptan Indicator: Near
Naptan Landmark: Springfield turn off
Naptan NaptanCode: cumdptwd
Naptan Street: A6071
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 55.0002053/-3.0210869
Blackbank East
Naptan AtcoCode: 090033014197
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Blackbank East
Naptan Indicator: near
Naptan Landmark: Springfield turnoff
Naptan NaptanCode: cumdptwg
Naptan Street: A6071
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 55.0002363/-3.0216818
Barrasgate House B&B
Addr City: Gretna
Addr Postcode: DG16 5HU
Phone: +44 1461 337577
Tourism: guest_house
Website: http://www.barrasgate.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 55.0000216/-3.0299058
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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