Bullock's Wood

Wood, Forest in Herefordshire

England

Bullock's Wood

Cereal crop near Stock Farm
Cereal crop near Stock Farm Credit: JThomas

Bullock's Wood is a sprawling forest located in the idyllic county of Herefordshire, England. Stretching over an area of approximately 500 acres, this ancient woodland is a haven of natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The wood is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, such as oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy, allowing only dappled sunlight to filter through to the forest floor. This creates a unique microclimate within the wood, nurturing a rich variety of flora and fauna.

Walking through Bullock's Wood, visitors can expect to encounter a plethora of wildlife. From the enchanting songs of various bird species, including woodpeckers and thrushes, to the occasional glimpse of deer gracefully darting through the undergrowth, the forest is teeming with life. The woodland floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells in the springtime, while ferns and mosses thrive in the damp and shaded areas.

The wood is crisscrossed by an extensive network of footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its many hidden corners. These paths lead to charming clearings, babbling streams, and small ponds, creating a tranquil environment for nature enthusiasts and walkers alike.

Bullock's Wood also holds historical significance, with evidence of human activity dating back centuries. The remains of old charcoal kilns and ancient boundary banks can be found, serving as a reminder of the wood's past use for timber and industry.

Overall, Bullock's Wood is a captivating destination for those seeking solace in nature. Its breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and rich history make it a truly special place within the heart of Herefordshire.

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Bullock's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.997592/-2.8078401 or Grid Reference SO4433. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cereal crop near Stock Farm
Cereal crop near Stock Farm
Lock's Garage Petrol station and general store on the A465 by its junction with the B4348.
Lock's Garage
Petrol station and general store on the A465 by its junction with the B4348.
Gate off layby Gate off a layby on the A465, the layby utilising a former bend on the road, now bypassed by road straightening.
Gate off layby
Gate off a layby on the A465, the layby utilising a former bend on the road, now bypassed by road straightening.
Old School House House on the A465 at Didley.  The 1888 25 inch map, not surprisingly given the name, shows the building as a school, although on the 1904 edition it is marked as School Cottages.
Old School House
House on the A465 at Didley. The 1888 25 inch map, not surprisingly given the name, shows the building as a school, although on the 1904 edition it is marked as School Cottages.
Driveway to Didley Court Driveway to Didley Court off the A465, passing through a field of Oilseed Rape.  Didley Court itself, partly visible in the background, dates originally from the 16th and 17th Centuries, although subsequently extended, and is grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1166407?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1166407?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>.
Driveway to Didley Court
Driveway to Didley Court off the A465, passing through a field of Oilseed Rape. Didley Court itself, partly visible in the background, dates originally from the 16th and 17th Centuries, although subsequently extended, and is grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
Oilseed Rape field Field of Oilseed Rape by the driveway to Didley Court.  In the far distance are The Skirrid and Sugar Loaf, near Abergavenny.
Oilseed Rape field
Field of Oilseed Rape by the driveway to Didley Court. In the far distance are The Skirrid and Sugar Loaf, near Abergavenny.
Layby Layby on the A465, utilising a former bend on the road, now bypassed by road straightening.
Layby
Layby on the A465, utilising a former bend on the road, now bypassed by road straightening.
Oilseed Rape field Field of Oilseed Rape off the A465 near Didley.
Oilseed Rape field
Field of Oilseed Rape off the A465 near Didley.
Old School House House on the A465 at Didley.  The 1888 25 inch map, not surprisingly given the name, shows the building as a school, although on the 1904 edition it is marked as School Cottages.  In the foreground is the milestone in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7169856">SO4432 : Milestone</a>.
Old School House
House on the A465 at Didley. The 1888 25 inch map, not surprisingly given the name, shows the building as a school, although on the 1904 edition it is marked as School Cottages. In the foreground is the milestone in SO4432 : Milestone.
Milestone Milestone alongside the A465 at Didley, reading "Hereford 7 miles".  Dating from the early to mid 19th Century, it is grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1166459?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1166459?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>.  For context see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7169853">SO4432 : Old School House</a>.
Milestone
Milestone alongside the A465 at Didley, reading "Hereford 7 miles". Dating from the early to mid 19th Century, it is grade II listed - see LinkExternal link. For context see SO4432 : Old School House.
A465 The A465 at Didley, with Hill Cottage and Rose Cottage in the background.
A465
The A465 at Didley, with Hill Cottage and Rose Cottage in the background.
A465 The A465 at Didley.
A465
The A465 at Didley.
A465 The A465 at Didley, with Chapel Gate on the right.
A465
The A465 at Didley, with Chapel Gate on the right.
A465 The A465 at Didley.  In the far distance are The Skirrid and Sugar Loaf, near Abergavenny.
A465
The A465 at Didley. In the far distance are The Skirrid and Sugar Loaf, near Abergavenny.
Three Horseshoes Inn, Allensmore, Herefordshire Set back from the B4348.
Three Horseshoes Inn, Allensmore, Herefordshire
Set back from the B4348.
Three Horseshoes Inn name sign, Allensmore, Herefordshire Alongside the B4348 a few metres from the inn. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7392887" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7392887">Link</a>
Three Horseshoes Inn name sign, Allensmore, Herefordshire
Alongside the B4348 a few metres from the inn. Link
SE along the B4348, Allensmore, Herefordshire Towards the A465 junction.
SE along the B4348, Allensmore, Herefordshire
Towards the A465 junction.
St Bartholomew's Church, Thruxton Grade I Listed church in the Church of England Diocese of Hereford.
The church which dates from the 14th century was restored in 1866.
St Bartholomew's Church, Thruxton
Grade I Listed church in the Church of England Diocese of Hereford. The church which dates from the 14th century was restored in 1866.
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Bullock's Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO4433 (Lat: 51.997592, Lng: -2.8078401)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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