Raincliffe Woods
Wood in North Yorkshire, England
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Raincliffe Woods are situated to the north-west of Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England. They form an "L" shape with Forge Valley Woods and the River Derwent.
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| Type | Mixed Ancient Woodland |
| Location | England |
| OS grid | SE9988 |
| Coordinates | 54°16′48″N 0°28′30″W |
| Area | 161.9 hectares (400 acres) |
| Operator | Raincliffe Woods Community Enterprise Interest Company[1] |
| Status | Site of Special Scientific Interest |
| Website | raincliffewoods |
Geography
The area is a mixed woodland area designated as "planted ancient woodland",[2] and combined with Forge Valley Woods is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).[3]
There are many paths, tracks and bridleways through the small woods which many residents of Scarborough use for mountain biking, dog walking and Sunday strolls. Throxenby Mere, a popular place for angling, is located at the foot of the woods.
Deer, badgers, squirrels, frogs, toads, foxes and all kinds of birds can be seen in the woods.
