Nicholas Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Nicholas Wood

Old signpost and milestone At the junction of Green Lane (A590) and Pease Close Lane
Old signpost and milestone Credit: Eirian Evans

Nicholas Wood, Lancashire, also known as Wood or Forest, is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated amidst the picturesque countryside, this rural settlement offers a tranquil and idyllic environment for its residents.

Nicholas Wood is characterized by its lush greenery and abundant woodland areas, which provide a natural haven for wildlife and a perfect setting for leisurely walks and outdoor activities. The village is surrounded by an enchanting forest, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers who can explore its diverse flora and fauna.

The community in Nicholas Wood is tight-knit and friendly, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for both locals and visitors. The village is home to a small population, and the residents take pride in maintaining its charm and preserving its natural beauty.

Despite its rural location, Nicholas Wood is well-connected to the nearby towns and cities. It is within easy reach of the bustling city of Manchester, offering residents the best of both worlds – a peaceful countryside lifestyle with access to urban amenities.

The village has limited amenities of its own, with a small local shop catering to basic needs. However, residents can find a wider range of services and facilities in the nearby towns, including schools, healthcare centers, and recreational activities.

Overall, Nicholas Wood, Lancashire, is a quaint and picturesque village that embraces its natural surroundings, providing a serene and peaceful living environment for its residents.

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Nicholas Wood Images

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Old signpost and milestone At the junction of Green Lane (A590) and Pease Close Lane
Old signpost and milestone
At the junction of Green Lane (A590) and Pease Close Lane
Public bridleway on Great Allotment
Public bridleway on Great Allotment
Road near High Gateside The minor road from Low Wood to Cartmel and Field Broughton.
Road near High Gateside
The minor road from Low Wood to Cartmel and Field Broughton.
Gateway near High Gateside This gateway is at the end of a little used access drive to Greenhurst.  The gate posts are made from blocks of limestone.
A public footpath runs through the gate and there is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark at the bottom of the right hand gatepost (photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7195628">SD3781 : Benchmark, High Gateside</a>).
Gateway near High Gateside
This gateway is at the end of a little used access drive to Greenhurst. The gate posts are made from blocks of limestone. A public footpath runs through the gate and there is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark at the bottom of the right hand gatepost (photograph SD3781 : Benchmark, High Gateside).
Benchmark, High Gateside Detail of an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the east gatepost of the driveway to Greenhurst.  The benchmark marks a height of 106.2786m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn last verified in 1972 (location photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7195619">SD3781 : Gateway near High Gateside</a>).
Benchmark, High Gateside
Detail of an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the east gatepost of the driveway to Greenhurst. The benchmark marks a height of 106.2786m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn last verified in 1972 (location photograph SD3781 : Gateway near High Gateside).
The Bigland road near Beck Side Also known as Croftside, this is the minor road from Cartmel to Haverthwaite.
The Bigland road near Beck Side
Also known as Croftside, this is the minor road from Cartmel to Haverthwaite.
Public footpath at Wall Nook Beside the garden wall of Wall Nook Farm Cottage, this is the public footpath from Hill to Beck Side.
Public footpath at Wall Nook
Beside the garden wall of Wall Nook Farm Cottage, this is the public footpath from Hill to Beck Side.
Old kiln at Beck Side This kiln is shown on the 1890 edition of the Ordnance Survey map as an old limekiln.
Old kiln at Beck Side
This kiln is shown on the 1890 edition of the Ordnance Survey map as an old limekiln.
Lane near Beck Side The lane gives access to fields and is also a public bridleway from Beck Side to Wood Broughton.
Lane near Beck Side
The lane gives access to fields and is also a public bridleway from Beck Side to Wood Broughton.
Path on School Allotment This is the public bridleway from Over Ridge to Great Allotment, here where it leads from School Allotment into Great Allotment.
Path on School Allotment
This is the public bridleway from Over Ridge to Great Allotment, here where it leads from School Allotment into Great Allotment.
Bridleway on School Allotment The path is the public bridleway that runs from Great Allotment to Over Ridge.
Bridleway on School Allotment
The path is the public bridleway that runs from Great Allotment to Over Ridge.
Track near Beck Side The track a public bridleway from Beck Side to Wood Broughton.
The gate marks the boundary between the civil parishes of Lower Allithwaite and Broughton East beyond the gate; it is also the boundary of the Lake District National Park.
Track near Beck Side
The track a public bridleway from Beck Side to Wood Broughton. The gate marks the boundary between the civil parishes of Lower Allithwaite and Broughton East beyond the gate; it is also the boundary of the Lake District National Park.
Lane near Beck Side The lane is a public bridleway from Beck Side to Wood Broughton.
Lane near Beck Side
The lane is a public bridleway from Beck Side to Wood Broughton.
Field near Wood Broughton
Field near Wood Broughton
Garden near Old House Wood This commercial garden supplies produce for local restaurants.
Garden near Old House Wood
This commercial garden supplies produce for local restaurants.
Field corner and stile The stile is on the public footpath from Aynsome Manor to Hampsfield.
Field corner and stile
The stile is on the public footpath from Aynsome Manor to Hampsfield.
View to Green Bank View to Green Bank along a country road to the north of Cartmel.
View to Green Bank
View to Green Bank along a country road to the north of Cartmel.
Broughton Lodge Viewed on a damp misty day from the entrance to the south, Broughton Lodge a Grade II listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1099161?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1099161?section=official-list-entry">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> Georgian former country house.
Broughton Lodge
Viewed on a damp misty day from the entrance to the south, Broughton Lodge a Grade II listed LinkExternal link Georgian former country house.
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Nicholas Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD3780 (Lat: 54.214188, Lng: -2.9554872)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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