Guisecliff Wood
📍 GlasshousesNorth Yorkshire
Ancient woodland below Guise Cliff above the Nidd, with ponds, crags and mossy boulders
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What’s free
Free to walk through on a public right of way
About
Guisecliff Wood is ancient broadleaf woodland on the moorland edge above the River Nidd near Glasshouses and Pateley Bridge. A public right of way runs through the wood past ponds and rock outcrops, and it is good for ferns, fungi, mosses and birds. The path is on a steep slope with lots of tree roots, so wear good boots.
Opening times
- Open access via public footpath
Times can change, so check with the venue before a special trip.
Good to know
Costs to know about: Limited roadside parking in Glasshouses
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