Old Hutton, near Kendal, Cumbria
Fellside Wood
Broadleaf woodland
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5.3
Wildland
Under 1 hour
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Why it's Wildland
5.3A small Woodland Trust wood with broadleaved trees, grassland and views towards the Lakeland fells.
Fellside Wood is a modest-scale woodland rather than a grand forest, but its mix of broadleaved trees and grassland, nearby parking and views towards the Lakeland fells make it a worthwhile short stop. The Woodland Trust also records an early purple orchid here—a specific reason to look closely in spring.
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The experience
A short woodland visit built around the paths, broadleaved trees, grassland and views towards the Lakeland fells. In spring, look carefully for early purple orchids. The supplied evidence does not establish a particular walking route or its length.
Things to do
Walk the woodland paths
Explore the paths through this small broadleaved wood and its grassland. No route length or marked circuit is confirmed in the supplied source.
Look for early purple orchids
The Woodland Trust identifies an early purple orchid at the site. Look carefully among the woodland and grassland; exact flowering dates are not provided.
Take in the Lakeland fells
The Woodland Trust notes views towards the Lakeland fells. Look out for them from the wood’s paths.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Under 1 hour
A short woodland wander
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Use the nearby parking only after checking current arrangements.
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Follow the available paths through the broadleaved woodland and grassland.
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Pause to look for early purple orchids and views towards the Lakeland fells.
Verified history
The Woodland Trust says this wood is among those protected through gifts in wills. The supplied source does not provide further site-specific historical dates or events.
Hidden details
Early purple orchid — The Woodland Trust’s site information identifies an early purple orchid. Its exact location and flowering dates are not specified.
When to go
· Not specified in the supplied sources.
Spring is a reasonable time to look for the early purple orchid recorded by the Woodland Trust, but no flowering dates or seasonal visiting guidance are supplied.
No site-specific weather guidance is supplied. Check conditions before setting out.
What to look for
Look for early purple orchids, broadleaved woodland, adjoining grassland and views towards the Lakeland fells.
Best time to go
Spring, when early purple orchids may be in flower; the Woodland Trust does not specify a peak flowering period.
Spring is a promising time to look for the early purple orchid recorded by the Woodland Trust. Exact flowering dates are not supplied, so check locally.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
Walkers · Photographers · Wildlife lovers
Practical information
Opening & access
The Woodland Trust lists public access and parking nearby. Check current conditions and parking arrangements before travelling.
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Parking
Parking nearby is listed by the Woodland Trust; exact arrangements are not specified. Check before visiting.
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Toilets
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Food & drink
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The Woodland Trust describes nice paths but does not provide enough detail to confirm step-free access or suitability for wheelchair users. Check before visiting.
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Cost
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Around Fellside Wood
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
