Welcome to Apley Woods
With its 56 acres of meadows, pools, trees and winding footpaths, Apley Castle and its woods are a fine example of a 19th Century landscaped woodland.
Records mention woodland on this site as far back as 1300. However the present woods were largely created during the last 200 years as part of the ornamental gardens to the Georgian manor house built in 1792 and demolished in 1955. The woodland’s historical interest and rich diversity make it extremely valuable.
Many of the species of wildlife to be found in Apley Woods, especially some of the birds and bats are of ecological importance.
What to come and see
Apley Castle
The original Apley Castle still stands today adjacent to the west side of the woods. Built around 1270. The Castle has undergone numerous alternations during its history and was even surrounded by its own moat.
This Grade 2 listed castle was renovated in 1996 and is now 8 privately owned properties.
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Energy Rising sculpture
Located in the heart of the woodland is a very unusual carved stone sculpture called 'Energy Rising'. It is believed to symbolise lava emerging from the earth.
Look out for the stone carved armchairs near to where the Georgian manor house once stood.
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Map and Walk Routes
We have installed 4 information panels at the key entrances around the woods. Each panel is designed to help you find your way around Apley Woods, giving an idea of some of the area’s historic features, points of interest and suggested walk and accessibilty routes.
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Site of the Georgian manor house
Plans were approved in 1791 to build the 'convenient Manor House' cost of £4,622 and 8 shillings.
Clay for the bricks was sourced locally, creating Apley Pool and glorious vistas.
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Tree Trail
Some of Apley’s finest specimen trees can be found on our tree trail. There are ten in total, see if you can spot them all.
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Woodland Art
Look up and around for the amazing sculptures of Woodland Art, which include birds of prey and woodland animals. Some may be higher than you think!
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Apley Castle
The original Apley Castle still stands today adjacent to the west side of the woods. Built around 1270. The Castle has undergone numerous alternations during its history and was even surrounded by its own moat.
This Grade 2 listed castle was renovated in 1996 and is now 8 privately owned properties.
Read more...Energy Rising sculpture
Located in the heart of the woodland is a very unusual carved stone sculpture called 'Energy Rising'. It is believed to symbolise lava emerging from the earth.
Look out for the stone carved armchairs near to where the Georgian manor house once stood.
Read more...Map and Walk Routes
We have installed 4 information panels at the key entrances around the woods. Each panel is designed to help you find your way around Apley Woods, giving an idea of some of the area’s historic features, points of interest and suggested walk and accessibilty routes.
Read more...Site of the Georgian manor house
Plans were approved in 1791 to build the 'convenient Manor House' cost of £4,622 and 8 shillings.
Clay for the bricks was sourced locally, creating Apley Pool and glorious vistas.
Read more...Tree Trail
Some of Apley’s finest specimen trees can be found on our tree trail. There are ten in total, see if you can spot them all.
Read more...Woodland Art
Look up and around for the amazing sculptures of Woodland Art, which include birds of prey and woodland animals. Some may be higher than you think!
Read more...
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