Acre Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire Wyre

England

Acre Wood

Station Lane at Scorton View from West Coast Main Line Railway
Station Lane at Scorton Credit: Raymond Knapman

Acre Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Lancashire, England. Spanning an area of approximately 100 acres, this woodland is known for its abundant natural beauty and diverse flora and fauna. Situated in the heart of the Lancashire countryside, Acre Wood offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

The forest is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and ash, creating a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter to the woodland floor below. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich assortment of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape.

Acre Wood is home to a wide variety of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Visitors can spot numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, as well as small mammals like foxes, squirrels, and rabbits. The forest also boasts a thriving population of butterflies and insects.

The woodland offers several walking trails and paths that wind through its enchanting surroundings, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature and explore the forest at their own pace. The peaceful ambiance of Acre Wood makes it an ideal spot for leisurely strolls, picnics, or simply taking in the tranquil atmosphere.

With its natural charm and serene ambiance, Acre Wood in Lancashire is a haven for nature lovers and an idyllic destination for those seeking solace in the beauty of the great outdoors.

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Acre Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.934721/-2.7556289 or Grid Reference SD5048. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Station Lane at Scorton View from West Coast Main Line Railway
Station Lane at Scorton
View from West Coast Main Line Railway
Old Holly Farm Old Holly Farm is a family-run working organic dairy farm, which until recently was open to the public with visitor attractions of a nature no longer specified on the farm's website. This aspect of the farm's work was a victim of the Coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic as the owners made the difficult decision not to reopen after the third national lockdown in March 2021.
Old Holly Farm
Old Holly Farm is a family-run working organic dairy farm, which until recently was open to the public with visitor attractions of a nature no longer specified on the farm's website. This aspect of the farm's work was a victim of the Coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic as the owners made the difficult decision not to reopen after the third national lockdown in March 2021.
OS Bench Mark OS flush bracket bench mark on old building on E side of A6. 29.46 m above datum.
OS Bench Mark
OS flush bracket bench mark on old building on E side of A6. 29.46 m above datum.
Milestone Marker 36-21 F (between bridges 74-73), Lancaster Canal Milestone located by the side of the Lancaster Canal
This milestone is 21 miles from the centre of Preston and 36 miles from Kendal

Inscription reads:- 
Garstang / 4 :: Lancaster / 9 

Milestone Society National ID: LAN-21R
Milestone Marker 36-21 F (between bridges 74-73), Lancaster Canal
Milestone located by the side of the Lancaster Canal This milestone is 21 miles from the centre of Preston and 36 miles from Kendal Inscription reads:- Garstang / 4 :: Lancaster / 9 Milestone Society National ID: LAN-21R
Minor road crossing Gubberford Bridge
Minor road crossing Gubberford Bridge
Old Boundary Marker on the A6 Parish Boundary Marker on the west side of the A6 70 metres north of the junction with Middle Holly. On the boundary of Cabus and Cleveley parishes. Cleveley parish became part of Forton parish in 1935. Grade II Listed details <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1163288" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1163288">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>. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6038627" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6038627">Link</a> for an older photo.

Milestone Society National ID: LA_LAGS07pb
Old Boundary Marker on the A6
Parish Boundary Marker on the west side of the A6 70 metres north of the junction with Middle Holly. On the boundary of Cabus and Cleveley parishes. Cleveley parish became part of Forton parish in 1935. Grade II Listed details LinkExternal link. See also Link for an older photo. Milestone Society National ID: LA_LAGS07pb
Glasshouses
Glasshouses
Daisy Clough Nursery
Daisy Clough Nursery
Footbridge over M6
Footbridge over M6
Bridge over M6 at Scorton
Bridge over M6 at Scorton
Bridge over M6 northbound
Bridge over M6 northbound
Footbridge - M6 northbound
Footbridge - M6 northbound
Snowhill Lane bridge - M6 northbound
Snowhill Lane bridge - M6 northbound
Factory Brow bridge - M6 northbound
Factory Brow bridge - M6 northbound
Wyresdale Lake Part of the estate associated with Wyresdale Park country house.
Wyresdale Lake
Part of the estate associated with Wyresdale Park country house.
Entrance to Wyresdale Park
Entrance to Wyresdale Park
Small reservoir on the slopes of Nicky Nook
Small reservoir on the slopes of Nicky Nook
Trig Point on Nicky Nook
Trig Point on Nicky Nook
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Acre Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD5048 (Lat: 53.934721, Lng: -2.7556289)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Wyre

Police Authority: Lancashire

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.934721,-2.7556289
Scorton
Place: village
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 53.9325293/-2.7595152
Post Office
Scorton Post Office
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: PR3 1AU
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/2364271/scorton
Ref Pol Id: 9157
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 53.9331366/-2.759977
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:45, Sa 10:45
Post Box Type: wall
Postal Code: PR3
Ref: PR3 257
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Noexit: yes
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Noexit: yes
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Restaurant
The Barn, Cafe, Garden Centre and Gift Shop
Addr City: Preston
Addr Postcode: PR3 1AU
Addr Street: The Square
Addr Village: Scorton
Check Date Opening Hours: 2020-07-27
Cuisine: coffee_shop;regional
Indoor Seating: yes
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-16:30; Sa 09:00-17:00; Su 10:00-17:00
Outdoor Seating: yes
Website: https://www.plantsandgifts.co.uk/
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Restaurant
The Priory
Indoor Seating: yes
Outdoor Seating: yes
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Cafe
Apple Store Cafe
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Ford: yes
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Recycling
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Recycling Type: container
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Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: Inside old red phone box
Disused Amenity: telephone
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: yes
Man Made: telephone_box
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Barrier: kissing_gate
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Information: guidepost
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Grit Bin
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Grit Bin
Lat/Long: 53.9325023/-2.7564974
Bench
Backrest: yes
Direction: 15
Material: wood
Seats: 3
Lat/Long: 53.9325661/-2.7563231
The Forest of Bowland
Board Type: welcome_sign
Direction: 270
Information: board
Subject Wikidata: Q1406920
Subject Wikipedia: en:Forest of Bowland
Tourism: information
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Entrance: main
Lat/Long: 53.9333358/-2.7586616
Historic: memorial
Material: stone
Memorial: war_memorial
Lat/Long: 53.9327498/-2.7592436
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 53.9329248/-2.7598348
Phone
Emergency: phone
Lat/Long: 53.9339662/-2.7573605
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 53.9333602/-2.7598246
Give Way
Direction: forward
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Orientation: south_east
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 19
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.9330443/-2.751858
Man Made: utility_pole
Lat/Long: 53.938549/-2.7583712
Man Made: utility_pole
Lat/Long: 53.9380628/-2.7586099
Barrier: bollard
Lat/Long: 53.9388444/-2.7555542
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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