Hail Mary & Falconer Wood - Sheffield, UK - Public Access Lands on Waymarking.com

Both are ancient semi-natural woodland sites, characterised by young 20-30 year old regeneration of birch and oak, which has developed following extensive clear felling in the past, although mature oak standards (together with small numbers of other species) are scattered throughout the lower slopes. Additional habitats include a small carr woodland with an associated marsh, and an area of acid grassland which, combined, present a site of quite high nature conservation value.

The woods comprise of approximately 20Ha.

There are two definitive footpaths crossing through the property . There is also a permissive horse route through both woods.

The coordinates given are for an entrance into the woods and parking for a couple of cars.

This wood is semi-natural ancient woodland; this is the most
valuable type of woodland in the country. Looking at the
evidence of the woodland today we can deduce that large
amounts were felled during the General Strike of 1926.
Local rumour suggests that the wood came by its name
when Mary Queen of Scots, passing on her way spent the
night in the woodland with her retinue.

A leaflet describing a walk through the woods can be found at:
(visit link)

A detailed assessment of the woods can be found at:
(visit link)

Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 20 Hectares Is there a trail system?: Yes If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: A couple of miles. What points of interest are there?: The range of trees in the wood. Occasional views out of the woods and over the rolling countryside. What activities are available?: Horse riding. List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): None known Dogs Allowed?: Yes Is a permit/fee required?: No Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link] Hours of accessibility?: Not listed If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed

Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!

Recent Visits/Logs:

Date Logged Log User Rating   02/12/2012 Juniper7 visited it