Beech Wood

Wood, Forest in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Beech Wood

The Strickland Arms At the entrance to Sizergh Castle, the Strickland Arms is named for the family who have owned the Castle for centuries. — The Strickland Arms Credit: Eirian Evans

Beech Wood, located in Westmorland, is a picturesque forest that boasts an enchanting display of beech trees. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this woodland is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of beech trees, which provide a stunning display of vibrant green leaves during the summer months and transform into a striking golden hue in the autumn. The tall and elegant beech trees create an impressive sight as they tower above visitors, offering a sense of tranquility and serenity.

Beech Wood is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood sorrel, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape. The wood is also inhabited by a rich assortment of wildlife, including deer, rabbits, squirrels, and a multitude of bird species, making it an ideal place for birdwatching and wildlife observation.

Visitors can explore the wood through a network of well-maintained walking trails, which wind their way through the forest, allowing for an immersive experience in nature. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, there are options available for all abilities.

Beech Wood, with its natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere, offers a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is a place where visitors can connect with nature, breathe in the fresh air, and appreciate the wonders of the natural world.

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Beech Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.268774/-2.7647992 or Grid Reference SD5086. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Strickland Arms

At the entrance to Sizergh Castle, the Strickland Arms is named for the family who have owned the Castle for centuries.

Eirian Evans

The west end of Hincaster Tunnel

Opened on the 18th June 1819, the 378 yard tunnel was built to facilitate access to Kendal by the Lancaster Canal. The tunnel had fallen into disuse by the mid 1940s and it was officially closed in 1955. There is an Ordnance Survey 1GL bolt benchmark on the pilaster to the right of the tunnel entrance (detail photograph SD5085 : Benchmark, Hincaster Tunnel).

Adrian Taylor

Sedgwick Hall Bridge

Detail of the north face of Sedgwick Hall Bridge on the disused Lancaster Canal. The wicket gate caters for walkers using the former towpath which is a public footpath. There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark visible on one of the voussoirs of the arch (photograph SD5186 : Benchmark, Sedgwick Hall Bridge). SD5186 : Sedgwick Hall Bridge is a photograph of the bridge from the south.

Adrian Taylor

Benchmark, Sedgwick Hall Bridge

Detail of the Ordnance Survey 1GL Bolt benchmark on the north face of the arch of Sedgwick Hall Bridge. The benchmark marks a height of 46.0004 m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1952 (location photograph SD5186 : Sedgwick Hall Bridge).

Adrian Taylor

Low Sizergh Farmland

Cultivated land at Low Sizergh farm.

Colin Kinnear

Old Milestone Marker 03-54 F (between bridges 181-180), Lancaster Canal

Old Milestone located by the side of the dry section of the Lancaster Canal. This milestone is 54 miles from the centre of Preston and 3 miles from Kendal. Inscription reads:- 24 :: 3 (Miles from Lancaster and Kendal respectively) Milestone Society National ID: LAN-54

Cactus Chris

Old Milestone Marker 04-53 F (between bridges 178-177), Lancaster Canal

Old Milestone located by the side of the dry section of the Lancaster Canal. This milestone is 53 miles from the centre of Preston and 4 miles from Kendal. Inscription reads:- 23 :: 4 (Miles from Lancaster and Kendal respectively) Milestone Society National ID: LAN-53

Cactus Chris

Old Milestone Marker 05-52 F (between bridges 176-175), Lancaster Canal

Old Milestone located by the side of the dry section of the Lancaster Canal. This milestone is 52 miles from the centre of Preston and 5 miles from Kendal. Inscription reads:- 22 :: 5 (Miles from Lancaster and Kendal respectively) Milestone Society National ID: LAN-52

Cactus Chris

Old Milestone Marker 06-51 R (between bridges 172-171), Lancaster Canal

Old Milestone located by the side of the Lancaster Canal. This milestone is 51 miles from the centre of Preston and 6 miles from Kendal. Inscription reads:- 21 :: 6 (Miles from Lancaster and Kendal respectively) Milestone Society National ID: LAN-51

Cactus Chris

Benchmark, Hincaster Tunnel

Detail of the Ordnance Survey 1GL Published Abstract Bolt benchmark on the west portal of Hincaster Tunnel. The benchmark marks a height of 45.9205m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last levelled and verified in 1971 (location photograph SD5085 : Transport Trust Red Wheel).

Adrian Taylor

Transport Trust Red Wheel

On the west portal of Hincaster Tunnel, the Transport Trust ‘Red Wheel’ sign highlights the importance of the tunnel as a transport heritage site. The Transport Trust is Britain’s only charity dedicated to the preservation of all modes of transport and its infrastructure and the Red Wheel heritage plaque is the transport equivalent of an English Heritage Blue Plaque. There is an Ordnance Survey bolt benchmark on the wall directly below the plaque (detail photograph SD5085 : Benchmark, Hincaster Tunnel).

Adrian Taylor

Railway buildings at Hincaster

Typical red brick buildings associated with the railway.

Mary and Angus Hogg

Approaching the A590

Viewed near Viver on a bright early-June afternoon.

Mary and Angus Hogg

Beware of floods

A warning sign alerts road users to a flood risk ahead. The depth markers beside the railway bridge on the West Coast main line show how serious this can be.

Mary and Angus Hogg