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Haugh Woods
 

The name Haugh, which is pronounced "Hoff" is derived from the name of a Saxon owner indicating that this is the site of an ancient wood. Haugh Woods at nearly 350 hectares (850 acres) is nationally important for butterflies and moths, with over 600 species recorded within it. This makes the wood one of the top 10 woods in the country and is designated as a SSSI due to the presence of these invertebrates.

How to get there:

Haugh Woods is part of Hereford Woodlands. Hereford City Or Woolhope Village is the nearest town or village.

Via the B4224 Ross-on-Wye to Hereford road. Follow the signs from Mordiford. There is a railway station in Hereford.

OS Grid Reference: SO 593365

Start your visit from:

Haugh Woods

Other places to go in Hereford Woodlands

SMALL PEARL- BORDERD FRITLLARY

Facilities:

Parking

Activities:

WalkingOther ActivitiesPicnic

Contact:

Recreation Ranger
01594 833057
e-mail: dean@forestry.gsi.gov.uk


active woods
What else is here
In Haugh Woods there is also
wild woods
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