Fineshade Wood facts for kids
Fineshade Wood is a big forest area in Northamptonshire, England. It's located in the East Midlands region. This wood is looked after by Forestry England. It used to be part of a much larger royal hunting forest called Rockingham Forest. Some parts of Fineshade Wood are owned by the public, while others are leased by Forestry England.
Fineshade Wood has a special visitor centre called Top Lodge. This centre is a great place for people to learn about the wood. It also has offices for the Forestry England team who manage the area.
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Exploring Fineshade Wood
Fineshade Wood is found to the east of the A43 road. This road connects the towns of Stamford and Corby. The wood is a wonderful place to visit for a day out.
What Can You Do There?
Fineshade Wood is a popular spot for many activities. You can enjoy walking, cycling, and exploring nature trails. There's also a caravan and motorhome park. This park is open from Easter until October, offering a place to stay.
Amazing Wildlife at Fineshade
Fineshade Wood is home to many different animals. It's especially famous for its birds and other creatures.
Birds of Fineshade
One of the most well-known birds here is the red kite. These birds are easy to spot with their reddish-brown feathers and forked tails. They are often seen soaring high above the trees.
The wood is also a special home for several rare breeding birds. These include:
- Nightingale
- Nightjar
- Woodcock
- Grasshopper warbler
- Tree pipit
- Marsh tit
- Willow tit
Other Animals You Might See
Besides birds, Fineshade Wood has other interesting animals. It's an important place for adders, which are a type of snake. You might also find other reptiles living here.
Recently, tiny creatures called dormice have been seen in the wood. These small, furry animals are known for their long sleep during winter. Great crested newts and palmate newts, which are types of amphibians, also live in the area's ponds and wet spots.
