Kew Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire Lancaster

England

Kew Wood

Saltermire Bridge over M6 motorway
Saltermire Bridge over M6 motorway Credit: Alpin Stewart

Kew Wood, located in Lancashire, is a picturesque woodland area renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. This enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is situated near the village of Kew, offering a tranquil retreat for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers.

The wood is predominantly composed of native oak and beech trees, which create a dense canopy, allowing only dappled sunlight to filter through. This creates a serene and peaceful atmosphere, with the soft rustling of leaves and the chirping of birds providing a soothing soundtrack for visitors.

Kew Wood is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it an important ecological habitat. The forest floor boasts a colorful carpet of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, which bloom in abundance during the spring months. This attracts a myriad of butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, adding to the vibrancy and vitality of the woodland.

Wildlife enthusiasts will delight in the variety of creatures that call Kew Wood their home. The woodland is a haven for birds, with species such as woodpeckers, owls, and song thrushes frequently spotted among the treetops. Squirrels, rabbits, and even deer can be glimpsed darting through the undergrowth, adding to the charm and natural beauty of the area.

Kew Wood offers numerous walking trails and pathways, allowing visitors to explore and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the forest. Its accessibility and close proximity to the village of Kew make it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, providing a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Kew Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.184505/-2.7405486 or Grid Reference SD5176. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Saltermire Bridge over M6 motorway
Saltermire Bridge over M6 motorway
Tarn Lane crossing M6 motorway
Tarn Lane crossing M6 motorway
Saltermire bridge - M6 northbound
Saltermire bridge - M6 northbound
Turning for Burton-in-Kendal
Turning for Burton-in-Kendal
Signage - M6 northbound
Signage - M6 northbound
B6384 bridge  - M6 northbound
B6384 bridge - M6 northbound
Station Lane bridge  - M6 northbound
Station Lane bridge - M6 northbound
The Coach House At the junction of Main Road and Boon Town, dating back to the late 18th Century, the property was once the coach and animal house to the neighbouring manor house. It is Grade II listed. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1087315" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1087315">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>
The Coach House
At the junction of Main Road and Boon Town, dating back to the late 18th Century, the property was once the coach and animal house to the neighbouring manor house. It is Grade II listed. LinkExternal link
Moto Service Station, Burton-in-Kendal
Moto Service Station, Burton-in-Kendal
Escape from the Services Stile at the back of Burton Services on the M6.  Handy for a journey break.
Escape from the Services
Stile at the back of Burton Services on the M6. Handy for a journey break.
Ashes, Hanging Hill There is a line of stones here, an old field boundary.
Ashes, Hanging Hill
There is a line of stones here, an old field boundary.
Burton-in-Kendal View from the summit of Hanging Hill with the M6 just about in shot.
Burton-in-Kendal
View from the summit of Hanging Hill with the M6 just about in shot.
House building, Burton-in-Kendal
House building, Burton-in-Kendal
Lakeland Wildlife Oasis A scary, eye-catching sight on the A6.
Lakeland Wildlife Oasis
A scary, eye-catching sight on the A6.
On the A6 near Beetham Looking towards the north on a bright late-April morning.
On the A6 near Beetham
Looking towards the north on a bright late-April morning.
Farmland view Lots of grassland and well-tended fields on Burton Moss.
Farmland view
Lots of grassland and well-tended fields on Burton Moss.
Moss Lane view Looking towards the A6, in the next square, on a fine April morning.
Moss Lane view
Looking towards the A6, in the next square, on a fine April morning.
Boundary stone I wondered why the grass had been cut here and found a county boundary stone. Viewed from the Cumbrian side looking into Lancashire.
Boundary stone
I wondered why the grass had been cut here and found a county boundary stone. Viewed from the Cumbrian side looking into Lancashire.
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Kew Wood is located at Grid Ref: SD5176 (Lat: 54.184505, Lng: -2.7405486)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Lancaster

Police Authority: Lancashire

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