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Metalbridge Wood

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Carlisle

England

Metalbridge Wood

Floriston Bridge over M6 northbound
Floriston Bridge over M6 northbound Credit: Alpin Stewart

Metalbridge Wood is a picturesque forest located in Cumberland, a historic county in the northwest of England. Covering an expansive area of lush greenery, this woodland is a haven for nature enthusiasts and a popular destination for outdoor activities.

The forest is named after the nearby Metalbridge, a small village that sits on the banks of the River Derwent. The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of towering trees, predominantly consisting of oak, beech, and birch. These ancient trees provide a natural habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna.

Visitors to Metalbridge Wood can enjoy a variety of recreational activities. The forest offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its tranquil surroundings at their own pace. For those seeking a more challenging adventure, there are also designated mountain biking routes that wind through the forest, providing an adrenaline rush for thrill-seekers.

The wood is also a haven for birdwatchers, as it is home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers. Wildlife enthusiasts may also spot deer, foxes, and rabbits while exploring the woodland.

Metalbridge Wood boasts a rich history, with evidence of human activity dating back thousands of years. Archaeological discoveries have revealed ancient settlements and burial mounds within the forest, providing a glimpse into the area's past.

Overall, Metalbridge Wood offers a serene natural retreat for visitors, where they can immerse themselves in the beauty of the forest, engage in outdoor activities, and appreciate the rich history and biodiversity of the area.

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Metalbridge Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.969486/-3.0080322 or Grid Reference NY3564. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Floriston Bridge over M6 northbound
Floriston Bridge over M6 northbound
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 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7379272">NY3463 : Plaque with Poem</a> on the wall left of the door.
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.
Plaque with Poem This is displayed on the outside wall of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7379270">NY3463 : Esk Boathouse</a>.
Plaque with Poem
This is displayed on the outside wall of NY3463 : Esk Boathouse.
River Esk At Metal Bridge, north of Carlisle
River Esk
At Metal Bridge, north of Carlisle
View east from the M6
View east from the M6
M6, southbound
M6, southbound
M6 crossing the River Esk
M6 crossing the River Esk
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.
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.
M6 at Todhill 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.
M6 at Todhill
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.
Direction Sign - Signpost east of Wether Hill in Rockliffe parish Located on the east side of the junction east of Wether Hill in Rockcliffe parish. 3 arms and pawn finial. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.geog.port.ac.uk/webmap/thelakes/photos/boa81.jpg" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.geog.port.ac.uk/webmap/thelakes/photos/boa81.jpg">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> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5432653" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5432653">Link</a>. Milestone Society National ID: CU_NY3563
Direction Sign - Signpost east of Wether Hill in Rockliffe parish
Located on the east side of the junction east of Wether Hill in Rockcliffe parish. 3 arms and pawn finial. See also LinkExternal link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: CU_NY3563
Metal Bridge Metal Bridge is more an area of marshland than a hamlet, on both sides of the estuary where the confluence of the rivers Esk and Lyne flow west into the Solway Firth. The public house and a few other dwellings (seen here) comprise the totality of the hamlet. Viewed from the layby on the southbound side of the A74.
Metal Bridge
Metal Bridge is more an area of marshland than a hamlet, on both sides of the estuary where the confluence of the rivers Esk and Lyne flow west into the Solway Firth. The public house and a few other dwellings (seen here) comprise the totality of the hamlet. Viewed from the layby on the southbound side of the A74.
Road To Rockcliffe
Road To Rockcliffe
Track To Hespin Woods
Track To Hespin Woods
Country road near Floristonrigg
Country road near Floristonrigg
Lynefoot Farm Just upstream from the confluence of the Lyne with the Esk. Unfortunately there is no public access to the river bank here.
Lynefoot Farm
Just upstream from the confluence of the Lyne with the Esk. Unfortunately there is no public access to the river bank here.
A good time for the gulls! Moor House Farm, near Todhills.
A good time for the gulls!
Moor House Farm, near Todhills.
West Lodge, Justicetown
West Lodge, Justicetown
Metal Bridge Inn The metal bridge that gave the Inn its name was built by Thomas Telford in 1820 and destroyed in 1916. A small part survives in the garden of Tullie House Museum in Carlisle
Metal Bridge Inn
The metal bridge that gave the Inn its name was built by Thomas Telford in 1820 and destroyed in 1916. A small part survives in the garden of Tullie House Museum in Carlisle
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Metalbridge Wood is located at Grid Ref: NY3564 (Lat: 54.969486, Lng: -3.0080322)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Carlisle

Police Authority: Cumbria

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