Pictures of Whitwell Wood

a Nature Reserve in the town of Whitwell, in the county of Derbyshire

About Whitwell Wood

Whitwell is famous for its wood, which is said to be the largest in Europe. It is arguably the finest woodland in North East Derbyshire, Whitwell Wood covers an area of approximately 420 acres atop a magnesium limestone outcrop.

Covering an area of approximately 420 acres, Whitwell Wood is said to be the biggest Wood in Europe. It is a great place for peaceful walks amongst the abundant wildlife of the area. Areas of interest include the locally famous 'Ginny Spring' which is located in the northern section of the wood, and the 'Three Shires Oak' a tree which can be found in a field on the eastern edge of the Wood and is where the county borders of Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, and Yorkshire meet.

The woods are managed by the Forestry Commission and with input from Whitwell Wood Natural History Group for wildlife, timber & public recreation.

Add attraction to favourites

Submit a history of Whitwell Wood

Recommended attractions near Whitwell Wood

	Poulter Country Park (4.7 miles, 7.6 km, direction S) .. Information \| Pictures (6) \| Hotels
	Langold Country Park (5.7 miles, 9.2 km, direction NE) Until the 1980's, Langold Park was provided as a recreational facility for miners by the coal board. The local council took over..... Information \| Pictures (9) \| Hotels
	Clumber Country Park (5.9 miles, 9.4 km, direction E) The peaceful landscape of this delightful country park gives visitors lovely summer memories of time spent ambling around..... Information \| Pictures (223) \| Hotels
	Rother Valley Country Park (6.1 miles, 9.8 km, direction NW) .. Information \| Pictures (45) \| Hotels
	Bolsover Castle (6.5 miles, 10.5 km, direction SW) The early morning sun streams down on a piece of Derbyshire's proud heritage, as into view come the magnificent ruins of Bolsover..... Information \| Pictures (95) \| Hotels

All attractions in Derbyshire
Complete A to Z of attractions in England

Recommended towns & villages near Whitwell Wood

	Worksop (2.9 miles, 4.7 km, direction E) The dense spread of Worksop in Nottinghamshire meets with some seriously picturesque countryside, it is fortunate to be ringed by two rivers, the Clumber which borders Clumber Country Park, and the River Ryton... Information \| Pictures (279) \| Hotels
	Bolsover (6.2 miles, 10.0 km, direction SW) Bolsover is a small town lying 5 miles east of Chesterfield. It occupies a picturesque valley setting, watched over by 17th century Bolsover Castle which stands on the site of a former fortress of Norman times... Information \| Pictures (106) \| Hotels
	Sutton Scarsdale (8.5 miles, 13.7 km, direction SW) This is a village noted for the romantic ruins of what was once one of the grandest houses in Derbyshire... Information \| Pictures (24) \| Hotels
	Maltby (8.6 miles, 13.8 km, direction N) The town was mentioned in the Doomsday Book, and several historic properties can be found in the region from shortly after this time, of these, of particular note are the handsome ruins of Roche Abbey, a Cistercian foundation of 1147... Information \| Pictures (40) \| Hotels
	Chesterfield (10.5 miles, 16.9 km, direction SW) Chesterfield is an attractive town close to the dramatic peaks of the Peak District National Park. It is well known for its strange landmark, the crooked spire of its parish..... Information \| Pictures (89) \| Hotels

All towns in Derbyshire
Complete A to Z of towns in England

Nearby travel help

Whitwell Station	(1.4 miles, 2.3 km, direction S)
Shireoaks Station	(2.1 miles, 3.4 km, direction NE)
M1 Junction 30	(4.4 miles, 7.1 km, direction W)
M1 Junction 31	(5.8 miles, 9.3 km, direction NW)
Sheffield City Airport	(10.3 miles, 16.5 km, direction NW)
East Midlands Airport	(32.9 miles, 52.9 km, direction S)
Whitwell Wood to London	(131.7 miles, 211.9 km, direction S)

Hotels near Whitwell Wood

	Van Dyk Hotel Worksop Road, Clowne, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England (2.7 miles, 4.4 km, direction W) The Hotel is situated close to the Sherwood Forest, The Dukeries, as well as the exceptional beauty of the countryside. Only 1 mile off junction 30 of M1. All are within touring distance. The Dukeri... More info and book online.. Price from £39.00
	Best Western Lion Hotel 112 - 114 Bridge Street, Worksop (Nottinghamshire), Nottinghamshire, England (2.8 miles, 4.5 km, direction E) The Lion Hotel is superbly located within easy access of the A1, M1, M18 and only twenty minutes from Doncaster Sheffield International airport. Situated in the quaint market town of Worksop, the hote... More info and book online.. Price from £55.00
	Dukeries Park Hotel 29 Park Street, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England (2.8 miles, 4.5 km, direction E) The Dukeries Park is a non-smoking hotel offering quality accommodation and is situated 10 minutes from both the A1/ M1 and A57 link road. Just off the market square and close to amenities, we serv... More info and book online.. Price from £50.00
	Acorn Lodge Guest House 85 Potter St, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England (3.1 miles, 4.9 km, direction E) Dating back some 100 years, Acorn Lodge was once the home of monks from the nearby church. Close to the town centre and the beautiful surrounding countryside and home of Robin Hood. This is a plea... More info and book online.. Price from £45.00
	Days Inn Hotel Sheffield South Woodall Services, M1 Motorway, Junction 31.30 South, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England (3.9 miles, 6.3 km, direction W) Days Inn Sheffield South offers all the facilities of a city centre hotel with a great motorway location. There is free parking, free newspaper, free Sky TV together with AA appointed rooms and a 24 h... More info and book online.. Price from £30.00