Bray Wood

Wood, Forest in Berkshire

England

Bray Wood

Houses at Haws Hill Farm
Houses at Haws Hill Farm Credit: James Emmans

Bray Wood is a serene and picturesque woodland located in the county of Berkshire, England. Situated near the village of Bray, the wood covers an area of approximately 30 hectares and is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna.

The wood is primarily composed of oak and birch trees, creating a lush and vibrant canopy that provides habitat for a variety of wildlife species. The dense woodland floor is carpeted with an assortment of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the area.

Bray Wood is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering several well-maintained walking trails. These paths wind through the wood, allowing visitors to explore the diverse ecosystems and catch glimpses of the various wildlife species that call the area home. Birdwatchers are often rewarded with sightings of woodpeckers, owls, and an array of songbirds.

The wood also boasts a small pond, which serves as a watering hole for many animals and provides a tranquil spot for visitors to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The pond attracts an assortment of amphibians, such as frogs and newts, as well as dragonflies and other aquatic insects.

Managed by the local authorities, Bray Wood is a cherished natural gem in the region, offering a haven of tranquility and a chance to reconnect with nature. Whether it's for a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply to immerse oneself in the beauty of the woodland, Bray Wood is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts in Berkshire.

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Bray Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.470506/-0.6820365 or Grid Reference SU9175. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Houses at Haws Hill Farm
Houses at Haws Hill Farm
Haws Hill Court New housing at Haws Hill Farm. The farm itself is behind, up the track in the foreground.
Haws Hill Court
New housing at Haws Hill Farm. The farm itself is behind, up the track in the foreground.
Houses near Haws Hill Farm Farm cottages for Haws Hill Farm at a guess.
Houses near Haws Hill Farm
Farm cottages for Haws Hill Farm at a guess.
B3024 Forest Green Towards Windsor.
B3024 Forest Green
Towards Windsor.
B3024 Oakley Green Road Towards Windsor.
B3024 Oakley Green Road
Towards Windsor.
Road junction, Oakley Green Looking from the B3024, which turns right here, towards Windsor. Straight on is the B3383, a short link to the A308 Windsor - Maidenhead road.
Road junction, Oakley Green
Looking from the B3024, which turns right here, towards Windsor. Straight on is the B3383, a short link to the A308 Windsor - Maidenhead road.
Oakley Green Cemetery: early February 2022
Oakley Green Cemetery: early February 2022
Looking eastwards along Forest Green Road
Looking eastwards along Forest Green Road
Fifield - House with large Royal Busts Detached house in Oakley Green Road.
Fifield - House with large Royal Busts
Detached house in Oakley Green Road.
Converted Farm Buildings near Fifield Situated on Coningsby Lane near Coningsby Farm.
Converted Farm Buildings near Fifield
Situated on Coningsby Lane near Coningsby Farm.
Braywood Cricket Club close to Fifield Viewed from Oakley Green Road.
Braywood Cricket Club close to Fifield
Viewed from Oakley Green Road.
Hidden House next to Horse Farm Viewed from the public footpath.
Hidden House next to Horse Farm
Viewed from the public footpath.
Access Road to Pinto Fields Farm The name Pinto could either from the pinto beans or from a type of spotted horse, more likely they grew pinto beans.
Access Road to Pinto Fields Farm
The name Pinto could either from the pinto beans or from a type of spotted horse, more likely they grew pinto beans.
Field next to New Lodge New Lodge was built in 1853 and is thought to be a Royal Hunting Lodge, it is now used as offices. The reason it is called a lodge is because it has no parkland normally associated with stately houses like the Foliejon Park nearby.

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Field next to New Lodge
New Lodge was built in 1853 and is thought to be a Royal Hunting Lodge, it is now used as offices. The reason it is called a lodge is because it has no parkland normally associated with stately houses like the Foliejon Park nearby. LinkExternal link
Elaborate Gate House to New Lodge A poor man at the gate would have applied once but those day are now long gone.
Elaborate Gate House to New Lodge
A poor man at the gate would have applied once but those day are now long gone.
Crown Estate Cottages Nobbscrook Cottages are hidden by a lovely young Indian Bean Tree. The track goes to Windsor Forest on Holliday's Plain.
Crown Estate Cottages
Nobbscrook Cottages are hidden by a lovely young Indian Bean Tree. The track goes to Windsor Forest on Holliday's Plain.
Forbe's Ride in Windsor Forest Area called Brays Paddock close to Orchard Lea which is being redeveloped from offices to 14 new build dwellings.
Forbe's Ride in Windsor Forest
Area called Brays Paddock close to Orchard Lea which is being redeveloped from offices to 14 new build dwellings.
Forbe's Ride in Windsor Forest
Forbe's Ride in Windsor Forest
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Bray Wood is located at Grid Ref: SU9175 (Lat: 51.470506, Lng: -0.6820365)

Unitary Authority: Windsor and Maidenhead

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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///glory.lunch.fleet. Near Bray, Berkshire

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Lat/Long: 51.4661821/-0.6838906
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Lat/Long: 51.4697611/-0.6808772
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.473366/-0.6807366
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Lat/Long: 51.4722432/-0.6816271
Colour: red and white
Marker: aerial
Material: plastic
Utility: gas
Lat/Long: 51.4675442/-0.6859628
Colour: yellow
Marker: aerial
Material: metal
Utility: gas
Lat/Long: 51.4676246/-0.6858744
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Utility: gas
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