Big Wood

Wood, Forest in Lancashire

England

Big Wood

Eddie Stobart, Warrington Eddie Stobart Logistics is the largest freight and transport haulage company in the UK. It is an offshoot of the Eddie Stobart Group Ltd founded by &quot;steady&quot; Eddie Stobart in the 1950s. — Eddie Stobart, Warrington Credit: N Chadwick

Big Wood is a dense forest located in the county of Lancashire, England. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, it is considered one of the largest woodlands in the region. The forest is situated on the outskirts of the town of Wood, which takes its name from this expansive woodland.

Big Wood boasts a diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, ash, and birch, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem. The dense canopy provides a habitat for numerous wildlife species, such as deer, foxes, rabbits, and a variety of bird species.

The woodland is crisscrossed by meandering footpaths and trails, making it a popular destination for walkers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts. The trails offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and the opportunity to observe the flora and fauna up close.

Throughout the year, Big Wood offers an ever-changing landscape, with vibrant displays of bluebells and wildflowers in the spring, lush green foliage during the summer, and a stunning array of colors in the autumn. The forest is particularly enchanting during the winter months, when the trees are adorned with a frosty glaze, creating a magical atmosphere.

To preserve the natural beauty of Big Wood, certain areas are designated as protected nature reserves, ensuring the conservation of rare and endangered species. The woodland is also managed sustainably, with periodic tree planting initiatives and the removal of invasive species.

Overall, Big Wood is a cherished natural asset in Lancashire, providing a haven for wildlife and a tranquil retreat for visitors seeking solace in the beauty of nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.408008/-2.6204707 or Grid Reference SJ5890. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Eddie Stobart, Warrington

Eddie Stobart Logistics is the largest freight and transport haulage company in the UK. It is an offshoot of the Eddie Stobart Group Ltd founded by "steady" Eddie Stobart in the 1950s.

N Chadwick

Dallam Recreaation Ground

N Chadwick

Restaurant building, Burtonwood service station

Christopher Hilton

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M62

The M62 is the west to east trans-Pennine motorway. It is 107 miles long running from Liverpool to Hull. It was built between 1971 and 1976. At Windy Hill it is 372m above sea level, making it the highest point on any British motorway. Wikipedia: Link

N Chadwick

Alfa interchange at Burtonwood

Alfa coaches depart from a dedicated parking lot at Burtonwood Services on the M62. Passengers on their outward journey are picked up from points around the North West of England and North Wales on feeder coaches. There is then up to an hour's wait as luggage is transferred. The procedure is reversed for the return journey. It is efficient but can create frustrating long waits.

Gerald England

H.Z. Transport

At Burtonwood services.

Gerald England

Burtonwood Services

Alfa coaches depart from a dedicated parking lot next to the lorry park at Burtonwood Services.

Gerald England

Chapelford Farm, farmhouse inn, Warrington

It is on the area of the former USAF airfield. See SJ5789 : Chapelford Farm pub restaurant, Great Sankey for another view, 9 years before.

David Hawgood

Dakota in the clouds

Imaginative children's climbing frame in Dakota Park, Chapelford (on site of RAF Burtonwood)

S Parish

Bus on Longshaw Street, Dallam

One of Network Warrington's large fleet of DAF/VDL SB120/Wright Cadets lays over at the terminus just south of Harrison Square in Dallam, before working a 16A back to the town centre. Network Warrington currently faces competition from two other operators on this route, Fairbrother's and GHA Coaches.

Richard Vince

Harrison Square roundabout, Dallam

Seen from Longshaw Street, which continues north beyond the roundabout. Buses serving Dallam turn at the roundabout, either to return to Warrington town centre or to continue via Hawleys Lane to Longford and Orford.

Richard Vince

Alban Retail Park, Warrington

Richard Cooke

West Coast Main Line from A574 Bridge, Warrington

Richard Cooke

Burtonwood Services

Welcome Break services on the M62.

Trevor Harris

Hulme Lock

The site of a lock on an abandoned section of the Sankey Canal, alongside the Sankey Valley Trail.

Bryan Pready

Remains of Lock Gates on the Sankey Canal

Although the canal has been abandoned since 1963, and this section became completely silted up, these timbers from one of the lock gates still survive.

Bryan Pready