Short Wood is a fragment of the Rockingham Forest, a medieval hunting forest. It is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest which includes areas of managed Hazel coppice, many large Oak, Ash and Field Maple trees and small areas of dense Blackthorn scrub. Occasionally, Nightingales can be heard here.

In both woods, Spring brings a carpet of Bluebells and Dog’s Mercury over much of the ground. Primrose, Wood Speedwell, Greater Stitchwort and Wood Melick are also abundant. Many butterflies inhabit these woods – look out for Speckled Wood, Gatekeeper and Comma in the sun-drenched glades and rides.