Forests & woodlands · North East England
High Wood
In or near Ebchester.
High Wood is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- East Tanfield · 6.8 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
High Wood is a named forest, woodland or nature reserve in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 54.9013°, -1.8026°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Official information
High Wood is a nature reserve that offers visitors a chance to explore diverse wildlife and natural habitats. It is a peaceful area ideal for walking and enjoying the outdoors.
Place summary
High Wood is a forest located in the Scottish Lowlands within an unparished area of County Durham. It contributes to the region's natural landscape, offering a variety of habitats and wildlife.
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- Coordinates
- 54.9013, -1.8026
- District
- County Durham
- Parish
- County Durham, unparished area
- Postcode
- NE17 7RR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Blaydon and Consett
- Nearest railway station
- East Tanfield — 6.8 km
- Official site
- durhamwt.com
Sources
- osm: w253896582 (ODbL)
Other places nearby

Derwentcote Steel Furnace
Memorials & monuments · 0.4 km

Byreside Caravan Site
Caravan parks · 0.5 km

Hamsterley Colliery War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 1.2 km

High Westwood railway station
Heritage railway stations · 1.2 km

High Westwood
Mines & mining heritage · 1.3 km

Hamsterley Mill
Mills · 1.4 km

Low Westwood
Historic bridges · 1.4 km

Blaydon and Consett
Cathedrals · 1.5 km

Hamsterley Hall
Historic houses · 1.6 km

Powerline
Mountain bike trails · 1.7 km

Pontburn Viaduct
Historic bridges · 1.8 km

Handley Cross Bridge
Historic bridges · 1.9 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is High Wood?
- High Wood is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE17 7RR), in the parish of County Durham, unparished area.
- What is High Wood?
- High Wood is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to High Wood?
- The nearest railway station is East Tanfield, about 6.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE17 7RR.
- Is High Wood free to visit?
- Yes, High Wood is free to enter.
- How do I get to High Wood?
- The nearest railway station is East Tanfield, about 6.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NE17 7RR.