Salcey Forest

Salcey Forest

Salcey Forest is a former medieval hunting forest in the south of the county of Northamptonshire in England.

It lies to the east of the village of Hartwell, between Northampton and Newport Pagnell. It is managed by the Forestry Commission and is still commercially exploited for timber products. In 2005, a tree top forest walk was constructed which is some 15 meters (49ft) high, that has attracted quite a lot of visitors. There are public footpaths through the forest and a range of wildlife can be observed. The forest is a remnant of the medieval royal hunting forest. Reminders of the past can still be found, with many miles of ancient woodbanks, building remains and ancient trees. The 'druids' or veteran oaks in Salcey are rare and amazing wildlife habitats, and some of the old oaks are believed to be over 500 years old.

The forest has a café in one of the main parking areas, next to the children's play area. It is an Official Bookcrossing zone and has two bookshelves where books can left or taken for free.

During the Second World War, elephants from circus' were put to use to fell trees. There is a pond named 'The Elephant Pond' where the elephants could bath at the end of the day.

External links

* [http://www.forestry.gov.uk/website/recreation.nsf/LUWebDocsByKey/EnglandNorthamptonshireNoForestSalceyForest Forestry Commission website]
* [http://www.salcey.co.uk Salcey Arborcare & Forestry Ltd]
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* [http://www.bookcrossing.com/mybookshelf/SalceyForest Salcey Forest Bookcrossing Page]


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