Dean Wood, Up Holland
Nr Whitely Road, Up Holland, West Lancashire
Tel: 01695 622794
Email: beacon.park@westlancs.gov.uk
Directions:
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Situated on the
border of Up Holland and Orrell, this semi natural ancient woodland
follows the course of the Dean Brook between Up Holland and the
River Douglas at Gathurst.
The woodland, with its majestic old oak and beech trees, provides
beautiful walks especially in the springtime when swathes of
bluebells, wild garlic and lesser celandine provide bright carpets
of colour. Hazel and alder stands add variety throughout the
year.
The wildlife is not the only aspect of Dean Wood to enhance visits.
Outcrops of the local bedrock create small waterfall features and
add to the landscape of the valley sides.
Evidence of the area's coal mining history can be seen throughout
the woodland: the main footpath often follows the line of a former
tramway and remains of former dwellings are visible in
places.
Disabled access
If you download the site map at the top of this page the index
highlights wheelchair friendly paths.
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