Raincliffe Woods are situated to the north-west of Scarborough,

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. They form an "L" shape with Forge Valley Woods and the River Derwent.

Geography

The area is a mixed woodland area designated as "planted ancient woodland", and combined with Forge Valley Woods is a

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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

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, 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.

References

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