Carrs Woodland is a beautiful area of broadleaved woodland, limestone pasture and a brook, situated on the edge of Twerton, Bath. It follows the valley of the small Newton Brook, extending from the top of the hill, with extensive views across the countryside to the west of Bath, down steeply wooded and grassy slopes to the brook, curving round the hill to the north and south along the valley. Its character is shaped by a sense of the countryside, the past, natural wildness, peace and tranquillity. Its magnificent beech trees are one of the most important landmarks on the western edge of Bath and it has views stretching out across open fields and the railway. It is rich in wildlife and signs of its fascinating history. It is owned and managed by BAth & North East Somerset Council and was designated a Local Nature Reserve in 2006.

Access

Carrs Woodland is located in Twerton on the western edge of Bath. It is about 20 hectares in size and there is access throughout. Due to the hilly nature of the site there is not access for all. During the summer months part of the site is grazed with cattle.

There are five main access points:
Walwyn Close (steps)
Redland Park (Kissing gate between house numbers' 84 & 85)
Pennyquick View (kissing gate)
Pennyquick Playing field (kissing gate)
A36 (kissing gate)

Carrs Woodland Forum

The Carrs Woodland Forum was set up in 2005 and is a community group open to anyone who is interested in Carrs Woodland. The group meets every 6 weeks at the Royal Oak pub on Lower Bristol Road or on site, depending on the time of year. New members always welcome. Please contact Miriam Woolnough miriam_woolnough@bathnes.gov.uk for more details.

The Countryside Code

Please follow the The Countryside Code when visiting the site and help respect, protect and enjoy our countryside and public open space.