Birch Wood

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Eden

England

Birch Wood

Crossing the Settle-Carlisle line This is where Fiddler’s Lane crosses the line. A winter view taken on a mid-December afternoon. — Crossing the Settle-Carlisle line Credit: Mary and Angus Hogg

Birch Wood, Cumberland is a picturesque forest located in the county of Cumberland, England. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, this woodland is characterized by its dense growth of birch trees, which give it its name. The forest is situated on the outskirts of the town of Cumberland, making it easily accessible to both locals and visitors.

The woodland is known for its natural beauty, with its tall, slender birch trees creating a stunning canopy overhead. The forest floor is covered in a carpet of green moss and wildflowers, adding to its charm. It is a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers, offering numerous walking trails that wind through the woods, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the tranquility of the surroundings.

The biodiversity in Birch Wood is also remarkable, with a wide range of flora and fauna calling this forest their home. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the variety of avian species that reside here, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Squirrels, rabbits, and deer can also be spotted roaming freely in the forest, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

Birch Wood, Cumberland is not only a place of natural beauty but also has historical significance. The forest has been mentioned in local folklore and has served as inspiration for many artists and writers throughout the years.

Overall, Birch Wood, Cumberland is a captivating woodland that offers visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and connect with nature. With its stunning scenery and rich biodiversity, it is truly a gem of Cumberland's natural landscape.

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Birch Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.742662/-2.7259856 or Grid Reference NY5338. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Crossing the Settle-Carlisle line

This is where Fiddler’s Lane crosses the line. A winter view taken on a mid-December afternoon.

Mary and Angus Hogg

Benchmark on Cragnook Farm House

Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 146.069m above Newlyn Datum verified 1972

Roger Templeman

Cragnook Farm farm house and access road

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark NY5340 : Benchmark on Cragnook Farm House on the near corner, right hand face, of the farmhouse

Roger Templeman

Rural road through forestry NW of Crag Nook

Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark levelled at 151.197m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1972 on the side of the road here

Roger Templeman

Fiddler's Lane and Railway Bridge, Lazonby

Looking north-westward.

Peter Wood

Lazonby Farmland View

Viewed from a train on a fine mid-February morning.

Mary and Angus Hogg

Avenue of Beech trees

On the Lazonby estate.

Oliver Dixon

Gateway to Bargeat Wath Plantation

Signs on the gate indicated that felling is in progress.

Oliver Dixon

A sheep outstanding in its own field

In a field overlooking the Lazonby auction mart - taken while waiting for a train later discovered to have been diverted over the West Coast Main line due to a derailment.

The Carlisle Kid

Benchmarked gatepost on SW side of Fiddler's Lane

Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 87.283m above Newlyn Datum

Luke Shaw

Looking northwest along Fiddler's Lane

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark NY5440 : Benchmarked gatepost on SW side of Fiddler's Lane on the stone gatepost at the road end of a stone wall on the left hand side of the road

Luke Shaw

NE parapet of bridge taking Fiddler's Lane over Dyer's Beck

Roger Templeman

Lazonby Hall

Roger Templeman

Sheep in field on NE side of Fiddler's Lane

Roger Templeman

Rough grazing near Lazonby

Rough grazing near Lazonby.

Colin Kinnear

Benchmark on Bridge 309 (Settle-Carlisle line)

Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at Link

Roger Templeman

Railway bridge on Fiddler's Lane

This is bridge 309 on the Settle-Carlisle line. There is an OS benchmark NY5440 : Benchmark on Bridge 309 (Settle-Carlisle line) on the left hand parapet, 3 stones right of the end pier.

Roger Templeman