Seller's Wood is a Site of Special Scientific Interest on the northern outskirts of Nottingham, England. There are several wildlife ponds within the site - formed out of old clay workings excavated by for use by local brickworks, long since closed. Entrance is from Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell.
There is a circular walk of approximately 30 minutes with distant views and a view of the M1 motorway across farm fields from the northern edge.
Coordinates: 53°00′14″N1°13′19″W / 53.004°N 1.222°W
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