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Moseley Bog and Joy's Wood
Moseley Bog was the childhood playground of The Lord of the Rings author JRR Tolkien, who lived nearby. He stated that the site inspired the 'old forest' in his books. People come from all over the world to discover his inspiration for themselves.
The site also has great archaeological interest, having two burnt mounds, as well as more recent remains such as the old mill dam and the foundations of Victorian greenhouses.
Moseley Bog & Joy's Wood
Moseley Bog was the childhood playground of The Lord of the Rings author JRR Tolkien, who lived nearby. The site inspired the 'old forest' in his books The Hobbit and The Lord of The…
Moseley Bog & Joy's Wood Volunteer Days
Volunteer days at Moseley Bog and Joy's Wood are held on alternate Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and the third Sunday of each month, 10:30am – 15:30pm.
The Friends of Moseley Bog & Joy's Wood Nature Reserve
The Friends are now one of the Trust's local groups. You are welcome to attend our Annual General Meeting held each May at Sarehole Mill. In the meantime, if you'd like to join the Friends group, or find out more about them, please contact mosbogfriends@gmail.com.
Improving Moseley Bog & Joy's Wood
Help us Raise £5,000 to Preserve the Magic of Moseley Bog and Joy's Wood
We're fundraising to repair Moseley Bog and Joy's Wood's paths and boardwalk, to protect its precious wildlife and enable visitors to continue to enjoy its unique beauty.
Moseley Bog - Frequently Asked Questions
Moseley Bog Podcasts recorded by Benjamin Zephaniah
Discover and Explore Moseley Bog
Moseley Bog was the childhood playground of The Lord of the Rings author JRR Tolkien, who lived nearby. He stated that the site inspired the 'old forest' in his books. People come from all over the world to discover his inspiration for themselves.
The site also has great archaeological interest, having two burnt mounds, as well as more recent remains such as the old mill dam and the foundations of Victorian greenhouses.
£11,214.69 raised to preserve the magic of Moseley Bog and Joy's Wood!
Thank you to over 304 donors, local businesses, volunteers and supporters for making our fundraising appeal a huge success!
Wood avens
Look for wood avens along hedgerows and in woodlands. Its yellow flowers appear in spring and provide nectar for insects; later, they turn to red, hooked seedheads that can easily stick to a…