Little Oak Meadow Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire

England

Little Oak Meadow Wood

Old Milestone, Sankey Canal Currently located in the Sankey Valley Visitor Centre.

Inscription: 7 / Mile to / Ferry Lock

Milestone Society National ID: SAN-07
Old Milestone, Sankey Canal Credit: Barrie Pennington

Little Oak Meadow Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated in the heart of the countryside, this small forest spans over an area of approximately 10 acres. The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of oak trees, which give it its name. These majestic trees provide ample shade and create a tranquil atmosphere within the wood, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The wood is home to a rich variety of wildlife, including numerous bird species, squirrels, and rabbits. The diverse flora and fauna found here make it an ideal spot for wildlife observation and photography. Visitors can expect to see wildflowers, ferns, and mushrooms, adding to the natural beauty of the wood.

Little Oak Meadow Wood offers a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its various nooks and crannies. These paths are suitable for all levels of fitness and are accessible to both walkers and cyclists. There are also designated picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the wood, providing visitors with the opportunity to rest and enjoy a packed lunch amidst the serene surroundings.

The wood is managed by the local council, ensuring its preservation and conservation for future generations to enjoy. It is open year-round, with no entrance fee, making it a popular destination for families and individuals seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. With its natural beauty and abundance of wildlife, Little Oak Meadow Wood is a hidden gem in the Lancashire countryside.

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Old Milestone, Sankey Canal Currently located in the Sankey Valley Visitor Centre.

Inscription: 7 / Mile to / Ferry Lock

Milestone Society National ID: SAN-07
Old Milestone, Sankey Canal
Currently located in the Sankey Valley Visitor Centre. Inscription: 7 / Mile to / Ferry Lock Milestone Society National ID: SAN-07
Modern Canal Milestone, Sankey Canal On the towpath of the Blackbrook extension. SE of Blackbrook Road/Stanley Bank (A58).

Milestone Society National ID: SAN-10AR
Modern Canal Milestone, Sankey Canal
On the towpath of the Blackbrook extension. SE of Blackbrook Road/Stanley Bank (A58). Milestone Society National ID: SAN-10AR
A Winter Sunset at Carr Mill Dam Sunset on over the southern end of Carr Mill Dam in January.
A Winter Sunset at Carr Mill Dam
Sunset on over the southern end of Carr Mill Dam in January.
Road on industrial estate, Haydock
Road on industrial estate, Haydock
Preparing for Electrification
Preparing for Electrification
Seed Drilling Fields by Old Garswood Road
Seed Drilling Fields by Old Garswood Road
Farm fields by Old Garswood Road
Farm fields by Old Garswood Road
Harvesting - Garswood
Harvesting - Garswood
Weathercock Hill Farm
Weathercock Hill Farm
Haydock High School
Haydock High School
The nineteen arch bridge at Carr Mill Dam
The nineteen arch bridge at Carr Mill Dam
Garswood railway station, Merseyside Opened in 1869 by the Lancashire Union Railway on what is now the line from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan. 
View north east towards Bryn and Wigan shortly after electrification. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3444257">SJ5599 : Garswood railway station, Merseyside</a> for a similar view six years earlier.
Garswood railway station, Merseyside
Opened in 1869 by the Lancashire Union Railway on what is now the line from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan. View north east towards Bryn and Wigan shortly after electrification. See SJ5599 : Garswood railway station, Merseyside for a similar view six years earlier.
View from a Liverpool-Wigan train - Overflow from Carr Mill Dam
View from a Liverpool-Wigan train - Overflow from Carr Mill Dam
Junction of Main Street and Carr Mill Road, Billinge
Junction of Main Street and Carr Mill Road, Billinge
Shops on Clipsey Lane
Shops on Clipsey Lane
The Owls Nest
The Owls Nest
Closed down petrol station on Main Street There has been a petrol station here for as long as I can remember. Recently it was a Texaco but was a Shell station before that and possibly a BP before that.
Closed down petrol station on Main Street
There has been a petrol station here for as long as I can remember. Recently it was a Texaco but was a Shell station before that and possibly a BP before that.
Redevelopment of Petrol Station and Spar Store on Main Street
Redevelopment of Petrol Station and Spar Store on Main Street
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Little Oak Meadow Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ5398 (Lat: 53.47923, Lng: -2.6947706)

Unitary Authority: St. Helens

Police Authority: Merseyside

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Located within 500m of 53.47923,-2.6947706
Railway: signal
Railway Signal Direction: forward
Railway Signal Main: GB-NR:main
Railway Signal Main Design: combined
Railway Signal Main Form: light
Railway Signal Main States: red;green;yellow;flashing_yellow
Railway Signal Operator: Network Rail
Railway Signal Position: left
Ref: WN R88
Lat/Long: 53.4816697/-2.6960022
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