I wish I could tell you the name of the tree that owns this bark! The whole of the bark looked cracked and made interesting patterns. When I examined it more closely I also found lots of subtle shades of red, brown and grey.
Unfortunately there were no leaves on the tree or ground that would help with identification, nor did I see any buds. I may have to go back to the tree later in the year to see its leaves and then I will be able to identify it.
The longer I look at, it the more I see a face in the beautiful tree bark. texture and colors are very interesting. would really like to know what kind it is...so we'll just have to wait a bit till you find out.
@vignouse I am trying Richard. I will have to go back later in the spring when there are some leaves and when I am visiting my parents in Sheffield. Katharine