Birks Wood

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Carlisle

England

Birks Wood

Two access methods into St Mary's Church churchyard Either through the metal gates or using stone steps — Two access methods into St Mary's Church churchyard Credit: Luke Shaw

Birks Wood, located in the county of Cumberland, is a picturesque forest that spans over a vast area of land. Nestled in the heart of the British countryside, this woodland is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. Its tranquil environment makes it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The wood boasts a rich variety of tree species, including towering oaks, graceful birches, and majestic beech trees. These trees provide a dense canopy that casts enchanting shadows on the forest floor, creating a surreal atmosphere. The woodland is also home to an array of vibrant wildflowers, adding bursts of color to the landscape during the spring and summer months.

As visitors explore Birks Wood, they may stumble upon a variety of wildlife that call this place their home. Squirrels can be seen darting between the trees, while birds, such as woodpeckers and thrushes, fill the air with their melodious songs. Occasionally, lucky observers may even catch sight of a deer or a fox, adding to the sense of wonder and enchantment.

For those seeking solitude and tranquility, Birks Wood offers several walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural splendor. These paths are well-maintained and offer stunning viewpoints that overlook the surrounding countryside.

Birks Wood in Cumberland is a haven of natural beauty, offering a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether one seeks solace, adventure, or simply a connection with nature, this woodland provides an unforgettable experience for all who venture within its boundaries.

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Birks Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.955612/-3.010074 or Grid Reference NY3562. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Two access methods into St Mary's Church churchyard

Either through the metal gates or using stone steps

Luke Shaw

Benchmark on tower of St Mary the Virgin Church

Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at Link

Roger Templeman

Church of St Mary the Virgin

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark NY3561 : Benchmark on tower of St Mary the Virgin Church at the base of the tower on its east face. The spire is an Ordnance Survey intersected station trig point, Link

Roger Templeman

Crown & Thistle pub

Roger Templeman

Floriston Bridge over M6 northbound

Alpin Stewart

M6 Motorway near Todhills

A variable message sign on the northbound carriageway of the M8 near Todhills in Cumbria. Variable message signs (VMS), also sometimes referred to as matrix signs, are electronic traffic signs used on motorways (and some other major routes) to give drivers information about special events and to warn them about traffic congestion, accidents, incidents, roadworks or speed limits on specific sections of the route. They may also suggest (or instruct) drivers to take alternative routes, limit speed, warn of the duration and location of the incidents or just inform of the traffic conditions.

David Dixon

M6 Motorway at Driver Location A498.8

Driver location signs are now widely used across the motorway and A–road network. First introduced in 2003, they complement distance marker posts. Both types of marker post display the distances in kilometres from a nominal start point but driver location signs are designed to be read by motorists or their passengers when, for instance, they need to pass details to the emergency services. They give the same location information as do distance marker posts, but more visibly on larger signs. They are normally spaced at 500-metre intervals along the nearside verge but if obstacles (eg sliproads or bridges) prevent signs from being erected at these locations, then the interval is reduced to either 400 or 300 metres. Driver location signs have three pieces of information: • The road identifier (eg M6) • The carriageway identifier – The letter on the second line of the signs, usually “A” or “B”, tells the emergency services or the Highways Agency in which direction you are travelling. The letter “A” ("Away from London") normally denotes carriageways leaving London (or clockwise in the case of the M25) and "B" ("Back to London") is used for carriageways going to London (anticlockwise on the M25). • The location (which is identical to the location given on marker posts). Distances are accurate to within 20 metres and are generally quoted from the beginning of the motorway. Link

DFT Interim Advice Note (December 2010) Link

The AA Link

SABRE

David Dixon

Esk Boathouse

This was the home of the ferryman who took passengers across the Solway until a bridge was built across the River Esk. Notice the NY3463 : Plaque with Poem on the wall left of the door.

Anne Burgess

Plaque with Poem

This is displayed on the outside wall of NY3463 : Esk Boathouse.

Anne Burgess

Study of a Gasoline Station

BP, Todhills Rest Area (Southbound). This photograph is part of a series taken in homage to the American artist Ed Ruscha's 1963 publication of 'Twentysix Gasoline Stations'. More properly known as filling stations in the UK, I am attempting to photograph as many as possible to mark the sixty year anniversary.

David Bremner

M6, southbound

The M6 motorway runs from junction 19 of the M1 at the Catthorpe Interchange, near Rugby to the Gretna junction (J45). Here it becomes the A74(M) and M74 which continues to Glasgow. The M6 is the longest motorway in the United Kingdom (232 miles) and one of the busiest. It incorporates the first length of motorway opened in the UK (the Preston bypass in 1958) and forms part of a motorway "Backbone of Britain", running north-south between London and Glasgow via the industrial north of England. It is also part of the east-west route between the Midlands and the east coast ports.

N Chadwick