Ecclesall Woods (Sheffield)

Ecclesall Woods are located about 3 miles (5 Kilometres) to the south west of Sheffield city centre. This area of woodland is vast and covers an area of approximately 140 acres making them the largest semi-natural woodland in South Yorkshire. The woods are a very popular visitor attraction and are particularly valued for their wildlife, and their historic and archaeological features. Ecclesall Woods are designated as a Local Nature Reserve (LNR) for the wildlife that they support, which includes several species of bird that are relatively common here yet not found elsewhere within the Sheffield area. These include Lesser Spotted Woodpecker, Marsh Tit and ...  Read the complete review