Birchypark Wood

Wood, Forest in Herefordshire

England

Birchypark Wood

Entrance and exit at Posten Mill caravan park in the Golden Valley Big caravan park amenity. — Entrance and exit at Posten Mill caravan park in the Golden Valley Credit: Jeremy Bolwell

Birchypark Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Herefordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, the wood is known for its diverse range of tree species, including birch, oak, and beech. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers due to its tranquil atmosphere and abundant wildlife.

The wood features well-maintained trails that wind through the dense foliage, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area. The paths are suitable for all levels of fitness and offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Birchypark Wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, making it a haven for nature lovers. Visitors may encounter deer, foxes, rabbits, and a wide array of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. The wood's diverse ecosystem provides ample food and shelter for these animals, creating a thriving habitat.

In addition to its natural attractions, Birchypark Wood offers facilities such as picnic areas and benches, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy their surroundings. It is an ideal location for a peaceful day out with family and friends, providing a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

Overall, Birchypark Wood is a charming woodland that showcases the beauty of Herefordshire's countryside. With its scenic trails, abundant wildlife, and peaceful atmosphere, it offers a delightful experience for those seeking a tranquil escape in nature.

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Birchypark Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.035501/-2.9247979 or Grid Reference SO3637. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Entrance and exit at Posten Mill caravan park in the Golden Valley

Big caravan park amenity.

Jeremy Bolwell

Chanstone tump

Remains of the Ringwork Castle at Chanstone

paul wood

Old Milepost by the B4348, Poston, Vowchurch parish

Cast iron post by the B4348, in parish of VOWCHURCH (District), Poston; opposite Poston Cottage, on embankment, on East side of road. Hereford iron T-post, erected by the Hereford turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : TO / HEREFORD / 11 / MILES : : VOWCHURCH / PARISH : : TO / PETERCHUrch / 1 / MILE : Herefordshire SMR. SMR Number: 56641 Link

Milestone Society National ID: HF_HFPC11.

M Faherty

St Bartholomew's Church, Vowchurch

The oldest part of the building are the south and north walls, over the centuries various parts have been rebuilt.

Ann

Keyhole, St Bartholomew's Church, Vowchurch

The oldest part of the building are the south and north walls, over the centuries various parts have been rebuilt.

Ann

St Mary Magdalene's Church, Turnastone

Turnastone is a hamlet in the Golden Valley, in the South Herefordshire district. It is 10 miles W of Hereford and the nearest village is Vowchurch, less than half a mile to the E. The church has an aisleless nave and chancel in one with a low weatherboarded timber bell turret with a pyramid roof over the W gable and a timber S porch.

Ann

Eve, St Bartholomew's Church, Vowchurch

Vowchurch is in the Golden Valley in SW Herefordshire, the village consisting of a few house and the church clustered around a crossing of the River Dore. The church, of coursed sandstone rubble, stands alongside the bridge and consists of a long nave and chancel in one with a timber-framed W bell turret with a broach spire.

Ann

Wall Painting, St Bartholomew's Church, Vowchurch

The church, of coursed sandstone rubble, stands alongside the bridge and consists of a long nave and chancel in one with a timber-framed W bell turret with a broach spire.

Ann

River Dore, Vowchurch

The River Dore is a tributary of the River Monnow in Herefordshire. It rises on Cusop Hill, in the foothills of the Black Mountains, close to the border between England and Wales and flows for 12 miles through the villages of Dorstone, Peterchurch, Vowchurch, Abbey Dore and Pontrilas, before reaching the Monnow near Llangua. The Monnow itself is a tributary which flows into the River Wye at Monmouth. The river is noted for its fishing, including trout and grayling. In 2006, the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust initiated a programme to clear the river of invasive mink, and repopulate it with water voles.

Ann

Old Milepost by the B4348, Vowchurch

Cast iron post by the B4348, in parish of Vowchurch (District), 50m East of junction with the B4347, opposite The Croft, sunk in the verge, on North side of road. Hereford iron T-post, erected by the Hereford turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : TO / HEREFORD / 10 / (MILES) : : TO / PETERCHUrch / 2 / (MILES) : Herefordshire SMR. SMR Number: 56640 Link

Milestone Society National ID: HF_HFPC10

M Faherty

Old Milepost by the B4347 in Vowchurch

Cast iron post by the B4347, in parish of Vowchurch (District), 45m South of the junction with the B4348, on the verge, on West side of road. Harding Bros iron T-post, erected by the District Council in the 19th/20th century. Inscription reads:- : TO / PETERCHURCH / 2 / MILES : : DORE RURAL / DISTRICT : : TO / PONTRILAS / (7) / MILES : Maker:- : HARDING / BROTHERS / HEREFORD. : Herefordshire SMR. SMR Number: 56640 Link

Milestone Society National ID: HF_PCPO02

M Faherty

Petrol Pump at West End Garage (Turnastone)

One of the two antique petrol pumps at West End Garage in Turnastone.

Fabian Musto

Vowchurch Court Farm

Identical viewpoint to SO3636 : Vowchurch taken in February 2008 - 53 years later!

Julian Paren

Blakemere Hill Wood

Wood Pile in Blakemere Hill Wood.

Philip Halling

Trig Point, Stockley Hill

Trig point and the above-ground remains of a Royal Observer Corps Underground nuclear monitoring station. For more information see: Link

Philip Halling

Track to Lyonshall Barn

This track on Stockley Hill is to Lyonshall Barn and is the route of a bridleway. From the track there are good views to the east over Herefordshire, and the Golden Valley and the Black Mountains to the west.

Philip Halling