Little Wood

Wood, Forest in Buckinghamshire

England

Little Wood

High Scrubs Longstanding beech woodland. — High Scrubs Credit: Bill Boaden

Little Wood is a small forest located in Buckinghamshire, England. It covers an area of approximately 50 acres and is situated near the town of Wood. The forest is characterized by its dense vegetation, consisting mainly of native deciduous trees such as oak, beech, and birch.

Little Wood is known for its rich biodiversity and serves as a habitat for a variety of wildlife species. It is home to numerous birds, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The forest also provides shelter for small mammals like squirrels, rabbits, and hedgehogs. Additionally, a diverse range of insects, butterflies, and reptiles can be found within its boundaries.

The woodland offers a tranquil and peaceful environment, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. There are several walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty and enjoy the fresh air. These paths are well-maintained and offer picturesque views of the surrounding countryside.

Little Wood is managed by the local authorities, who ensure its conservation and preservation. They undertake periodic maintenance activities such as tree pruning and clearing of fallen branches to maintain the safety of the trails. The forest is also monitored to prevent any illegal logging or damage to its ecosystem.

Overall, Little Wood in Buckinghamshire is a beautiful natural gem, providing a haven for wildlife and a peaceful escape for visitors seeking to connect with nature.

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Little Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.727471/-0.75505289 or Grid Reference SP8603. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

High Scrubs

Longstanding beech woodland.

Bill Boaden

Farmland, Ellesborough

Here a bridleway follows the field's edge on the approach to Chisley and Hengrove Woods. The woodland of Little Hampden Common is to the right.

Andrew Smith

Farmland, Little Hampden

A footpath, in practice, follows this side of the hedge, switching to the right for the climb up the other side of the valley. The map suggests it should be to the right throughout. Arable fields occupy gentle slopes in the bottom of the valley with woodland on steeper slopes on either side.

Andrew Smith

St Mary Magdalene Parish Church, Great Hampden

Situated down a drive north of Great Hampden village, this parish church was built many centuries ago, being located for the Lord of the Manor. It is a church where structural and repair works have been carried out over many centuries, and where such works are still needed today. The English Civil War hero, John Hampden is buried in an unmarked grave at this church. For SatNav purposes, its postcode is HP16 9RD.

David Hillas

Church Board outside Great Hampden Parish Church

This board is in front of St Mary Magdalene Parish Church and mentions that services take place each Sunday at 11.15am. Also, service details and Parish information are to be found in the south porch. Its website is as at Link

David Hillas

View looking south from Little Hampden

This photo is of a view taken from The Chiltern Way west of Little Hampden looking south across open field towards Hampden Bottom and the hill beyond.

David Hillas

View looking west towards Hampden Bottom

This photo shows The Chiltern Way footpath looking west from Warren Wood towards Hampden Bottom and the Chiltern Hills beyond. The large log to the right of the photo is a seat for walkers to sit down and admire this view.

David Hillas

Notice in field near Hampden Bottom (1)

This notice is by a gate in a field east of Hampden Bottom. It has the following wording: Field to Fork: Our crops and your cereal Cereals are an important part of our British diet as key ingredients for many of the foods we enjoy, but also for feeding farm animals. Crops that are sown immediately after harvest that grow through the winter, are known as winter cereals and can be used for flour and breakfast cereals. Some of our lighter, free draining Chiltern soils are also suitable for crops sown in the spring - spring cereals - both wheat for bread and barley for beer. We work hard to bring these arable crops from the field, to your fork. Image of wheat and barley with a family having breakfast. In the lower left corner is the following wording: Please help us to help our wildlife by kindly: . Sticking to footpaths and avoid walking across our grassland, crops and field margins . Keeping your dogs on a lead on all parts of our farm . Picking up litter and taking your rubbish home with you . Closing gates after you

David Hillas

Notice in field near Hampden Bottom (2)

This yellow notice is fixed to a gate in a field east of Hampden Bottom. It has the following wording in black: YOUR DOG CAN SCARE OR HARM FARM ANIMALS STAY SAFE - USE A LEAD AROUND LIVESTOCK BUT RELEASE YOUR DOG IF CHASED BY CATTLE WHEREVER YOU ARE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOG BAG IT AND BIN IT Love your Countryside and follow the Countryside Code The notice below has the heading "What is a field margin?"

David Hillas

Notice in field near Hampden Bottom (3)

This photo shows a notice by a gate on The Chiltern Way east of Hampden Bottom. It has the following wording: Field to Fork: Your meat, sausages and Sunday Roast As you walk across the Chilterns, you may be lucky enough to spot some of our farmed livestock- sheep, cows and pigs. We take great care of our animals, they are very important to us and make the delicious meat products for us to enjoy. Many of us keep rare breeds such as Herdwick sheep and some are certified as organic. Image of a cow and sheep with a family having a meal. In the lower left corner. Please help us to help our wildlife by kindly: . Sticking to footpaths and avoid walking across our grassland, crops and field margins . Keeping your dogs on a lead on all parts of our farm . Picking up litter and taking your rubbish home with you. . Closing gates after you

David Hillas

Notice in field near Hampden Bottom (4)

This photo shows a notice by a gate on The Chiltern Way east of Hampden Bottom. It has the following wording: What is a field margin? Upper left Field margins can offer a spectacular display of flowers for you to enjoy as well as a vital source of food, shelter and habitat for our wildlife. We have planted specific wildflowers that help our butterflies in the summer or seed rich plants that help our birds in the winter. Upper right Keep an eye out for flowers such as Knapweed, Oxeye and Birds-Foot-Trefoil. You might also see Comma and Marbled White butterflies, as well as Skylarks nesting. Image of a field with birds and butterflies Lower left Please help us to help our wildlife by kindly: . Sticking to footpaths and avoid walking across our grassland, crops and field margins . Keeping your dogs on a lead on all parts of our farm . Picking up litter and taking your rubbish home with you . Closing gates after you

David Hillas

Notice in field near Hampden Bottom (5)

This notice is by a gate in a field east of Hampden Bottom. It has the following wording: Welcome to our farm The Chilterns is a working landscape, which supports our crops and livestock, as well as habitats for countless wildlife species. We, and other farmers across the region, are working hard to conserve and enhance the landscape, grow crops to provide delicious and nutritious food for you, and protect the landscape for future generations to enjoy. Please help us by sticking to the footpaths, keeping dogs on leads and respecting field margins and other important habitats signposted on our farm. Image of a field with a walker by the gate. The notice below "Field to Fork: Your meat, sausages and Sunday roast" is at Link.

David Hillas

View towards Hampden Bottom from Lady Hampden's Wood

This photo is taken from the north edge of Lady Hampden's Wood and shows The Chiltern Way path leading towards Hampden Bottom, with Hengrove Wood in the distance. Hampden Bottom Farm is to the right of the photo.

David Hillas

Footpath and Old Road

A path leaves the Icknield Way Trail and heads off into Hengrove Wood. On the right is what is still shown on the map as a surfaced, yellow road. It ends just here and is in a dreadful condition.

Des Blenkinsopp

Leaning Signpost in Chisley Wood

A number of paths go through the woods up here, including the Icknield Way Trail and the South Bucks Way. Vehicle access is possible up to this point and it looks like someone's managed to hit the signpost.

Des Blenkinsopp

South Bucks Way near Little Hampden

Des Blenkinsopp

Fields, Woods & Hedges, Little Hampden

Farmland along a shallow dry valley with a line of woodland along the steeper slope. Typical Chiltern scenery.

Des Blenkinsopp

New Building at Little Hampden

There are very few buildings at Little Hampden so this new place is quite an addition. Steps up to the church on the left, parish noticeboard in front.

Des Blenkinsopp

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Little Wood is located at Grid Ref: SP8603 (Lat: 51.727471, Lng: -0.75505289)

Unitary Authority: Buckinghamshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley