Big Wood

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About this wood

Big Wood, on the edge of the historic Norton Priory site, has a chequered history. Once part of the Norton manor estate, it passed to the Brookes family following the dissolution. They created woodland walks and pleasure gardens, transforming the site in the mid 18th century.

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Big Wood

Size:
8.26 ha (20.41 acres)
Near:
Hendre, Sir y Fflint - Flintshire
Grid ref:
SJ189672
OS map sheets:
  • OS Landranger 116
  • Explorer 265

ASNW

Features:

  • Local parking difficult
  • Mainly broadleaved woodland
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