Black Hole Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Black Hole Wood

Windermere from Fell Foot Park Looking across the lake from Fell Foot Park.
Windermere from Fell Foot Park Credit: DS Pugh

Black Hole Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Lancashire, England. It is situated near the village of Black Hole, which is part of the larger rural area of Rossendale. The wood is known for its natural beauty and tranquility, attracting both locals and visitors alike.

Covering an area of around 50 acres, Black Hole Wood is predominantly composed of deciduous trees such as oak, beech, and birch, with a diverse undergrowth of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers. The thick canopy of trees provides ample shade and creates a cool and peaceful atmosphere within the wood, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers and those seeking a quiet retreat.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its various corners and discover its hidden treasures. These paths lead to enchanting glades, ancient trees, and small streams that meander through the woodland. Birdsong fills the air, and it is not uncommon to spot woodland creatures such as squirrels, rabbits, and various species of birds.

Black Hole Wood is also a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking and photography. Its natural beauty is especially captivating during the autumn months when the leaves change color, creating a stunning display of gold, red, and orange hues.

Overall, Black Hole Wood offers a serene and captivating experience for nature enthusiasts, providing a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

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Black Hole Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.292747/-2.9580276 or Grid Reference SD3788. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Windermere from Fell Foot Park Looking across the lake from Fell Foot Park.
Windermere from Fell Foot Park
Looking across the lake from Fell Foot Park.
Silverholme on the slipway at Lakeside Silverholme is one of the Windermere lake cruisers. It was built in 1969 and can hold 84 passengers.
Silverholme on the slipway at Lakeside
Silverholme is one of the Windermere lake cruisers. It was built in 1969 and can hold 84 passengers.
The Victor at Lakeside Station The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway runs from Haverthwaite at the southern end of the line via Newby Bridge to Lakeside at the southern end of Windermere. It is a former branch line of the Furness Railway and was opened on 1 June 1869. British Railways closed the line to passengers on 6 September 1965, and to all traffic two years later. In the late 1960s efforts by enthusiasts to reinstate the line were frustrated by both an unsympathetic British Railways and the local planning authority who wanted to turn the route into a footpath. The line was eventually re-opened on 2nd May 1973, but no longer connects to the main-line railway system. At Lakeside, however it does still connect to the ferries on Windermere to Bowness and Ambleside.
The Victor at Lakeside Station
The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway runs from Haverthwaite at the southern end of the line via Newby Bridge to Lakeside at the southern end of Windermere. It is a former branch line of the Furness Railway and was opened on 1 June 1869. British Railways closed the line to passengers on 6 September 1965, and to all traffic two years later. In the late 1960s efforts by enthusiasts to reinstate the line were frustrated by both an unsympathetic British Railways and the local planning authority who wanted to turn the route into a footpath. The line was eventually re-opened on 2nd May 1973, but no longer connects to the main-line railway system. At Lakeside, however it does still connect to the ferries on Windermere to Bowness and Ambleside.
The Swan arriving at Lakeside, Windermere The passengers will disembark and a new group will be taken to Bowness by Windermere. And it's raining!
The Swan arriving at Lakeside, Windermere
The passengers will disembark and a new group will be taken to Bowness by Windermere. And it's raining!
View of Windermere
View of Windermere
Path on Gummer’s How
Path on Gummer’s How
Gummer’s How Summit
Gummer’s How Summit
Gummer’s How Trig Point
Gummer’s How Trig Point
Luing cattle sheltering below Gummer’s How
Luing cattle sheltering below Gummer’s How
Path in Gummer’s How Plantation
Path in Gummer’s How Plantation
Lane at entrance to YMCA National Centre
Lane at entrance to YMCA National Centre
Lane at High Stott Park
Lane at High Stott Park
Lane in Lakeside
Lane in Lakeside
Footpath from Gummer's How car park
Footpath from Gummer's How car park
Luing cattle on Gummer's How
Luing cattle on Gummer's How
Path up Gummer's How
Path up Gummer's How
Stream, Gummer's How
Stream, Gummer's How
Road gully, Fell Foot Brow
Road gully, Fell Foot Brow
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Black Hole Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD3788 (Lat: 54.292747, Lng: -2.9580276)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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