Back Wood

Wood, Forest in Buckinghamshire

England

Back Wood

Layby on the A5, Little Brickhill A previous visit <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6559656" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6559656">Link</a> — Layby on the A5, Little Brickhill Credit: David Howard

Back Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Buckinghamshire, England. Situated in the heart of the Chiltern Hills, this woodland area spans over a vast expanse of approximately 500 acres. Back Wood is renowned for its natural beauty, tranquil atmosphere, and diverse wildlife.

The forest is predominantly made up of a mix of deciduous and evergreen trees, including oak, beech, birch, and pine. These trees provide a stunning backdrop throughout the year, with vibrant displays of autumnal colors and lush greenery in the summer months. The dense canopy of the woods creates a shaded and cool environment, making it a popular spot for walkers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts.

Back Wood is home to a wide range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous species of birds. It is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is protected to preserve its ecological importance. The forest is crisscrossed with well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the area and discover its hidden treasures.

The wood also features a small lake, known as Willow Lake, which adds to its scenic charm. The lake is home to various species of fish, and fishing is permitted with the appropriate permits and licenses.

Back Wood offers visitors a peaceful and serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its tranquil ambiance, stunning scenery, and abundant wildlife make it a haven for nature lovers and a perfect destination for those seeking a quiet retreat in the heart of Buckinghamshire.

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Back Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.992193/-0.67718977 or Grid Reference SP9033. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Layby on the A5, Little Brickhill

A previous visit Link

David Howard

The A5, Little Brickhill

The layby goes through three map squares, this end projects beyond the first two.

David Howard

Country road ESE of Bow Brickhill

The single track road from Bow Brickhill that runs ESE through the woods. The mast at SP91475 34195 is just visible through the trees.

Peter Roberts

The Wheatsheaf Public House

This is the only pub in Bow Brickhill, and quite nice it is too!!

Mr Biz

Public Bridleway

The view southwards into Browns Wood along the bridleway that joins up with the Milton Keynes Boundary Walk.

Mr Biz

Sandy Lane

The view at the top of Aspley Heath looking down Sandy Lane. I believe you're allowed to drive your car down here if you're foolish enough, so it's mainly used as a public footpath and bridleway.

Mr Biz

St Mary Magdalen, Little Brickhill

Located at the highest point of the village, St Mary's church is on the corner of the Roman Road "Watling Street" and the old Woburn Road, which was removed as part of the A5 Bypass.

Mr Biz

Old Green Man Public House

Located on the old A5 road Watling Street in Little Brickhill.

Mr Biz

Gated track south of Little Brickhill

This track has a rather rickety-looking gate across it tied up with a thick black strap. According to the map it's a track into Brookfield Wood - but there's not much evidence of the wood on the lefthand side, though it may have been recently replanted after felling.

Rob Farrow

Path into Buttermilk Wood near Lowe's Wood

This path leads into the woods in the heart of a quite large wood. Different parts of the wood have different names, and this path leads into what appears from the map to be called Buttermilk Wood, but is also close to Lowe's Wood.

Rob Farrow

Waterworks Building, Little Brickhill

Behind this little Waterworks building can be seen rising the embankment of one of two covered reservoirs here.

Rob Farrow

Footpath into the woods near Shire Oak

This sign points the way to SP9232 : Path into Buttermilk Wood near Lowe's Wood. It forms part of the Milton Keynes Boundary Walk - which makes M.K. cover a pretty large area. As can be seen from the maps of the area this is in the midst of a wood near a place called Shire Oak.

Rob Farrow

Covered Reservoir, Little Brickhill

There are two covered reservoirs here, south-east of the village of Little Brickhill. The one seen here is the further from the village. In front of it can be seen SP9132 : Waterworks Building, Little Brickhill which presumably contains control equipment for the reservoirs.

Rob Farrow

Woburn Golf Club

Club house and practice putting green

Anthony Warren

Track through New Wavendon Heath

This track is a "BOAT", that is a "Byway Open to All Traffic" marked on 1:25000 scale OS maps with a line of green crosses. It leads into the New Wavendon Heath section of Aspley Woods as a continuation of the lane from Little Brickhill and continues through the woods to Aspley Heath.

Rob Farrow

Stile into New Wavendon Heath

This stile leads into conifers of the New Wavendon Heath section of Aspley Woods from off the byway seen in SP9233 : Track through New Wavendon Heath

Rob Farrow

Mast & Tree

This telecom mast is opposite the junction where the slip road from the (comparatively) new A5 Little Brickhill bypass joins the course of the old A5.

Rob Farrow

The old A5 (Watling Street)

This is the old A5 that used to carry on through Little Brickhill village. The (comparatively) new A5 now sweeps round the village. The green sign is on this new road, showing how close it is to the old route at this point. I'm classifying this as "Road (disused)" as although still open to traffic, it is no longer the thoroughfare it used to be.

Rob Farrow

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Back Wood is located at Grid Ref: SP9033 (Lat: 51.992193, Lng: -0.67718977)

Unitary Authority: Milton Keynes

Police Authority: Thames Valley