A visit to Rooks Nest Wood
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I so enjoyed the respite from the rain on Friday, and even some blue sky and sunshine. What a great day to get out exploring!
Have you visited Rooks Nest Wood in Wokingham yet? As its name suggests, it has lots of trees, which makes for a very relaxing meander. There are surfaced paths so you can avoid the January mud too! The perfect opportunity to practice your tree and shrub identification and, at this time of year, look for early signs of spring. There are catkins galore, so I’m guessing spring is on its way!
For directions, information and more photographs, go to the Rooks Nest Wood entry in our ‘Greenspace on your doorstep’ directory.
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- There’s a lot to explore on a visit to Rooks Nest Wood.
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- As well as woodlands, there are open meadows.
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- Ponds…
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- And early signs of spring, like these Hazel catkins.
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- You can take an optional detour to Barkham Chrurch.
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- A lovely, quiet corner to discover.
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- The footpath to the church is going to be improved. But at the moment, if you prefer to avoid the mud, best wait till better weather.
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- If you’re wondering why the streams look orange?
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- A sign explains that it’s completely natural, and just a sign that iron-loving bacteria are feeding on the iron in the water!
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- Have fun and do tell us about your visit!
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Warden Nicky
Thames Basin Heaths Partnership
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