Buckhouse Wood

Wood, Forest in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Buckhouse Wood

Stall by the car park Walk over Whitbarrow and purchase a postcard or a local walks booklet. — Stall by the car park Credit: Karl and Ali

Buckhouse Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Westmorland, England. Situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park, this enchanting forest spans approximately 200 acres, providing a tranquil and serene escape for nature enthusiasts and visitors alike.

The wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, birch, and beech, which create a vibrant and diverse ecosystem. The dense canopy of the trees allows only dappled sunlight to penetrate through, casting mesmerizing patterns on the forest floor.

Buckhouse Wood is also home to a wide array of flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife. Many species of birds, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, can be heard singing their melodious songs throughout the day. The forest floor is carpeted with wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, which bloom in a riot of colors during the spring months.

Visitors to Buckhouse Wood can explore the numerous meandering footpaths that wind their way through the forest, allowing for a peaceful and immersive experience in nature. The woodland also offers various picnic spots and benches, providing the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

Buckhouse Wood is a cherished natural gem in Westmorland, attracting visitors year-round who seek solace in its beauty and serenity. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or an immersive hike, this woodland offers a truly enchanting experience for all who venture within its lush green embrace.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.253026/-2.8445215 or Grid Reference SD4584. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stall by the car park

Walk over Whitbarrow and purchase a postcard or a local walks booklet.

Karl and Ali

Anastice, Whitbarrow

Most of the eastern side of Whitbarrow is heavily wooded. There are a few tracks which penetrate the broken limestone upland but they are overgrown, particularly in the summer. The curiously named Anastice area overlooks a structural valley created by the dipping limestone strata. The place has a very 'Lost World' feel about it and a fly-by of pterodactyls wouldn't seem out of place here.

Karl and Ali

Cattle grazing at Low Fell End

Cattle graze the low-lying pastures below the abrupt SD4584 : Millside Scar, Whitbarrow

Karl and Ali

Interior of derelict building below White Scar

The building was probably part of the quarrying operation which removed talus from the flank of White Scar.

Karl and Ali

Looking south from Whitbarrow

The very southern end of Whitbarrow forms a prow of limestone looming abruptly over the flat pastures and wetlands (Bellart and Foulshaw Mosses, recently colonised by nesting ospreys) bordering the Kent estuary. Immediately below is the farm of Low Fell End. Across the estuary is Arnside Knott (right), with Warton Crag further left and the Bowland moors rising beyond. There is a considerable crag below known to rock climbers as SD4584 : Millside Scar, Whitbarrow

Karl and Ali

Immortalised in a flash they forever seek the fox...

Hanging on the wall in the Derby Arms at Witherslack we have this picture depicting the Peel tradition; fell boots, fox hounds and a red coat.It was years since I visited this public house and this was the picture I came to see. Here we have "Chappie", an iconic hunt leader who was known the length and breadth of the Lake District for his prowess and unique mastery of the hounds and fox hunting. I followed this hunt in 1974 and 1977 and felt privileged to do so. Things have moved on and in a packed Derby Arms it felt strange to be part of an historic photograph amidst a throng of locals, the majority of whom would not even notice the picture or have a clue that such occasions represented the essence of Lakeland life.

Des Colhoun

Beck Head rising

A charming stream rising which gives the scatter of cottages at Beck Head its name. It was explored in 1994 by the Cave Diving Group 'at right end of cliff low passage leads to 0.6m high and 1m wide submerged bedding. Upstream is a squeeze at 90m and a partial choke at 130m' ('Northern Caves 3', Dalesman Pub Co Ltd, 1994). The water probably drains from Whitbarrow, the big limestone hill above to the north. One possible feeder may be SD4487 : Wakebarrow Pot entrance, Whitbarrow which, if connected, would yield a cave system of around 125m in depth.

Karl and Ali

White Scar, Whitbarrow

The great buttress of White Scar forms the southern escarpment of Whitbarrow. It is one of the most impressive limestone crags in the UK and home to several high standard rock climbs. Since access is currently banned and actually reaching the foot of the climbs is fraught with danger, these have never become popular.

Karl and Ali

Beck Head rising (2)

Karl and Ali

Limestone grassland on Yewbarrow

The low limestone spur of Yewbarrow is mainly wooded but, on the highest part, is open grassland with a scattering of outcrops. It's a fine viewpoint, here looking beyond the neighbouring ridge of Whitbarrow to the distant fells of the Yorkshire Dales. In early summer it's alive with wild flowers and herbs.

Karl and Ali

Wind-bent tree, Whitbarrow

One of a number of remarkable yew trees shaped by the prevailing wind on the escarpment on top of Whitbarrow. In the distance is the dark ridge of Gummer's How which overlooks the foot of Windermere.

Karl and Ali

Track on Farrer's Allotment, Whitbarrow

The track descends through light woodland into one of the dry valleys that are incised into the 'lost world' of the Whitbarrow limestone massif.

Karl and Ali

The bedding plane slab below White Scar

Heading up the tilted slab exposed by quarrying of the scree slope that once formed the slope below the limestone scar. It might be a skateboarders heaven?

Karl and Ali

Cottages at Beck Head

A pretty terrace of cottages overlooking the rising which gives the hamlet its name. Beyond, is the very steep, wooded flank of Whitbarrow.

Karl and Ali

Walking over Yewbarrow

The highest part of the low ridge of Yewbarrow provides easy walking on short, cropped limestone turf and excellent views of the bigger fells. Closest, are the steep flanks of neighbouring Whitbarrow with the snow-streaked Kentmere fells in the distance.

Karl and Ali

Woodland at Stakes Moss

David Smith

Lay-by by A590 near Mill Side

With the "Bees Knees" snack bar trailer

David Smith

Bus stop and power lines by A590

The A590 is a 34 mile long trunk road in southern Cumbria. It runs north-east to south-west from M6 junction 36, through the towns of Ulverston and Barrow-in-Furness to terminate at Vickerstown on Walney Island.

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Buckhouse Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD4584 (Lat: 54.253026, Lng: -2.8445215)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria