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The Great Britain Guide

Battlefields & battle sites · Yorkshire & the Humber

Saw Wood

In or near Scarcroft.

Free admission

Saw Wood in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

A path leading to Thorner - geograph.org.uk - 2784597

Ian S — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Cross Gates · 5.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Saw Wood is a registered historic battlefield in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom. Britain's battlefields range from the medieval clashes of the Wars of the Roses to the Civil War sieges and the 1745 Jacobite Rising at Culloden — most are open landscapes with interpretive trails and battle-monument markers.

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Place summary

Saw Wood is a battlefield located in Yorkshire. It is recognised for its historical significance in military engagements. The site contributes to the understanding of the region's wartime history.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
53.8472, -1.4178
District
Leeds
Parish
Barwick in Elmet and Scholes
Postcode
LS15 4NH
Parliamentary constituency
Wetherby and Easingwold
Nearest railway station
Cross Gates5.1 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Saw Wood?
Saw Wood is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode LS15 4NH), in the parish of Barwick in Elmet and Scholes.
What is Saw Wood?
Saw Wood in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Saw Wood?
The nearest railway station is Cross Gates, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode LS15 4NH.
Is Saw Wood free to visit?
Yes, Saw Wood is free to enter.
How do I get to Saw Wood?
The nearest railway station is Cross Gates, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LS15 4NH.