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HAWKSWORTH WOOD
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Description :
The plantation affords an attractive backdrop to this pretty village and
provides valuable shelter for wildlife in this high, exposed area of the
city. Thinning took place in 1997 to improve the robustness and structure
of the woodland.
The majority of the canopy species are beech, sweet chestnut, larch, sycamore, ash and oak A number of bird and bat boxes have been erected to assist with wildlife habitats, with the help of children from the local school. The Hawksworth Residents' Association has, for a number of years, been actively involved in the management of this woodland. Through the partnerships between themselves and the Parks and Countryside Division of Leeds City Council, the wishes of local people combined with the needs of the trees, wildlife and future potential of the area can be met. Access and facilities : Pedestrian access is through Hawksworth Lane and Main Street, Hawksworth Village. There are a number of unmarked paths through the wood. |
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