Halesend Wood

Wood, Forest in Herefordshire

England

Halesend Wood

Longley Green - view east from Suckley post office — Longley Green - view east from Suckley post office Credit: Peter Whatley

Halesend Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Herefordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, this woodland boasts a rich and diverse ecosystem, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The forest is primarily composed of broadleaf trees, with oak, ash, and beech being the dominant species. These towering trees create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter to a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells and wildflowers during the spring, creating a vibrant and enchanting display.

Halesend Wood is home to a wide range of animal species. Deer, foxes, badgers, and rabbits can often be spotted traversing through the undergrowth, while a multitude of bird species, including woodpeckers and owls, inhabit the treetops. Additionally, the forest is known for its diverse insect population, with butterflies and dragonflies flitting about during the warmer months.

Several walking trails wind through the woodland, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty and discover hidden gems. One of the most popular routes is the Halesend Wood Circular Walk, which provides stunning views of the surrounding countryside and leads to a tranquil pond where visitors can rest and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Overall, Halesend Wood offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its abundance of flora and fauna, combined with its well-maintained walking trails, make it an ideal destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Herefordshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.141333/-2.3805289 or Grid Reference SO7449. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Longley Green - view east from Suckley post office

Longley Green - view east from Suckley post office

Longley Green - Batchelor's Bridge The building in the distance is Mosewick Farm, across the county boundary in Herefordshire.

Longley Green - Batchelor's Bridge

The building in the distance is Mosewick Farm, across the county boundary in Herefordshire.

Byways - a former pub Once a small pub frequented by farmworkers, the building has for many years been a private dwelling.

Byways - a former pub

Once a small pub frequented by farmworkers, the building has for many years been a private dwelling.

Birchwood Lane near Byways

Birchwood Lane near Byways

Modern bungalows on Birchwood Lane

Modern bungalows on Birchwood Lane

Looking north from near Byways Byways is a former pub on Birchwood Lane. Lower Tundridge Farm&#039;s fields form much of the view.

Looking north from near Byways

Byways is a former pub on Birchwood Lane. Lower Tundridge Farm's fields form much of the view.

It's a pig's paradise Following on from Pigwig <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/860570" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/860570">Link</a> a multitude of porkers now range on the hillside above Lower Tundridge Farm. Delicious!

It's a pig's paradise

Following on from Pigwig Link a multitude of porkers now range on the hillside above Lower Tundridge Farm. Delicious!

A pair of dwellings in Longley Green Two identical dwellings side by side opposite The Nelson Inn.

A pair of dwellings in Longley Green

Two identical dwellings side by side opposite The Nelson Inn.

The new field entrance Planning regulations no longer permit direct access from fields onto a public highway. New accesses such as this one opposite The Nelson Inn - constructed in 2011 - must provide a holding area off the highway for vehicles to stand while gates are opened or shut. The requirement applies irrespective of the cost involved, the loss of productive land or the volume of traffic on the highway: in this instance minimal.

The new field entrance

Planning regulations no longer permit direct access from fields onto a public highway. New accesses such as this one opposite The Nelson Inn - constructed in 2011 - must provide a holding area off the highway for vehicles to stand while gates are opened or shut. The requirement applies irrespective of the cost involved, the loss of productive land or the volume of traffic on the highway: in this instance minimal.

Triangular junction west of Longley Green The small shelter is primarily intended for pupils awaiting the school buses to Malvern&#039;s two secondary schools, though buses to Worcester and Malvern also operate through the hamlet once per day each way.

Triangular junction west of Longley Green

The small shelter is primarily intended for pupils awaiting the school buses to Malvern's two secondary schools, though buses to Worcester and Malvern also operate through the hamlet once per day each way.

Hops no more Where once there were these <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/813175" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/813175">Link</a> there is now simply a ploughed field. Farming economics can be brutal.

Hops no more

Where once there were these Link there is now simply a ploughed field. Farming economics can be brutal.

Repaired railings on Suckley Road The railings protecting the Bruff Business Centre&#039;s lower parking area were replaced in the week beginning October 10th, 2011, following damage caused by two errant cars. Part of the Business Centre is visible through the trees.

Repaired railings on Suckley Road

The railings protecting the Bruff Business Centre's lower parking area were replaced in the week beginning October 10th, 2011, following damage caused by two errant cars. Part of the Business Centre is visible through the trees.

Bruff Business Centre, Suckley The business centre is rather larger than might appear from its frontage. It occupies the site of the former Bruff agricultural engineering factory. Bruff were well-known makers of hop picking equipment, several examples of which are still in use in the local area.

Bruff Business Centre, Suckley

The business centre is rather larger than might appear from its frontage. It occupies the site of the former Bruff agricultural engineering factory. Bruff were well-known makers of hop picking equipment, several examples of which are still in use in the local area.

Sheep grazing by Batchelor's Bridge

Sheep grazing by Batchelor's Bridge

Batchelor's Bridge, Longley Green The southern part of the parish of Suckley is known as Longley Green. This occasionally leads to confusion, hence the additional signage under the main board.

Batchelor's Bridge, Longley Green

The southern part of the parish of Suckley is known as Longley Green. This occasionally leads to confusion, hence the additional signage under the main board.

Houses on the slopes of the Suckley Hills &quot;Black and white&quot; cottages, barn conversions and a former oast house feature.

Houses on the slopes of the Suckley Hills

"Black and white" cottages, barn conversions and a former oast house feature.

Paddock by Suckley Road

Paddock by Suckley Road

Remains of Harp Farm The structures now belong to Mosewick Farm.

Remains of Harp Farm

The structures now belong to Mosewick Farm.

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Halesend Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO7449 (Lat: 52.141333, Lng: -2.3805289)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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