Emmet's Wood

Wood, Forest in Berkshire

England

Emmet's Wood

Looking west-southwest along Church Road
Looking west-southwest along Church Road Credit: Basher Eyre

Emmet's Wood, located in the county of Berkshire, England, is a picturesque woodland area that covers approximately 250 acres. Situated near the village of Emmet's Green, the wood is known for its diverse range of wildlife and natural beauty, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The wood is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a vibrant and ever-changing landscape throughout the year. During spring, the forest floor is adorned with a colorful carpet of bluebells, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the wood.

Emmet's Wood is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a plethora of bird species. Birdwatchers flock to the area to catch a glimpse of rare species such as the lesser spotted woodpecker and the elusive nightjar.

The wood offers several well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. The trails range in difficulty, catering to both casual walkers and more experienced hikers. Along the way, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and may even stumble upon hidden streams and small waterfalls.

In addition to its natural beauty, Emmet's Wood also holds historical significance. The remains of an Iron Age hillfort can be found within the woodland, providing a glimpse into the area's ancient past.

Overall, Emmet's Wood in Berkshire offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and historical intrigue, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful and immersive woodland experience.

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Emmet's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.415512/-0.63728466 or Grid Reference SU9469. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking west-southwest along Church Road
Looking west-southwest along Church Road
Looking south-southwest along Church Lane
Looking south-southwest along Church Lane
Looking east-northeast along Church Road
Looking east-northeast along Church Road
Holy Trinity, Sunningdale: churchyard
Holy Trinity, Sunningdale: churchyard
Holy Trinity, Sunningdale: early February 2022
Holy Trinity, Sunningdale: early February 2022
St Michael & All Angels, Sunninghill: early February 2022
St Michael & All Angels, Sunninghill: early February 2022
Stag-headed Quercus robur in Church Field Silwood Park As the tree ages,  there comes a point when the canopy starts to contract each year  leaving the resilient but now dead limbs behind.
Stag-headed Quercus robur in Church Field Silwood Park
As the tree ages, there comes a point when the canopy starts to contract each year leaving the resilient but now dead limbs behind.
Park Crescent A road that goes in a loop, serving cul-de-sacs on a housing estate, off Rise Road.
Park Crescent
A road that goes in a loop, serving cul-de-sacs on a housing estate, off Rise Road.
Park Crescent A road that goes in a loop, serving cul-de-sacs on a housing estate, off Rise Road.
Park Crescent
A road that goes in a loop, serving cul-de-sacs on a housing estate, off Rise Road.
Larch Avenue A road between Silwood Road (the B383) and Rise Road.
Larch Avenue
A road between Silwood Road (the B383) and Rise Road.
Dorian Drive A road leading to Green Lane off Watersplash Lane. To the left are road markings for Cheapside C of E Primary School.
Dorian Drive
A road leading to Green Lane off Watersplash Lane. To the left are road markings for Cheapside C of E Primary School.
Dorian Drive A road leading to Green Lane off Watersplash Lane. The houses are all in a typical Ascot style, but not particularly large.
Dorian Drive
A road leading to Green Lane off Watersplash Lane. The houses are all in a typical Ascot style, but not particularly large.
Ascot : Old Golden Gates Lodge At the former entrance to Ascot race-course. Grade II listed lodge - <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119816?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119816?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Ascot : Old Golden Gates Lodge
At the former entrance to Ascot race-course. Grade II listed lodge - LinkExternal link
Royal Berkshire Hotel Once owned by the Spencer Family (Winston Spencer Churchill) the building was later  used as a School for the blind and since the early 1970's has been a hotel. An ideal billet for the  Ascot races or Sunningdale Golf.
Royal Berkshire Hotel
Once owned by the Spencer Family (Winston Spencer Churchill) the building was later used as a School for the blind and since the early 1970's has been a hotel. An ideal billet for the Ascot races or Sunningdale Golf.
Walled Garden for The Oaks The Oaks was the name of Charles Churchill's 1705 mansion. Now the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7542840">SU9468 : Royal Berkshire Hotel</a>
Walled Garden for The Oaks
The Oaks was the name of Charles Churchill's 1705 mansion. Now the SU9468 : Royal Berkshire Hotel
Gates to a Walled Garden These days more a walled lawn than a garden. You can see a recreation of what  the eighteenth century gardens may have looked like at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7542843">SU9468 : Walled Garden for The Oaks</a>
Gates to a Walled Garden
These days more a walled lawn than a garden. You can see a recreation of what the eighteenth century gardens may have looked like at SU9468 : Walled Garden for The Oaks
Sadly Not Longer a Fish Pond I am fairly sure a combination of Herons and a bloom of  blue green algae have put paid to any fish that lived in the pond of the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7542840">SU9468 : Royal Berkshire Hotel</a>.
Sadly Not Longer a Fish Pond
I am fairly sure a combination of Herons and a bloom of blue green algae have put paid to any fish that lived in the pond of the SU9468 : Royal Berkshire Hotel.
The Way to Cheapside Cheap? Round here who's kidding whom? The left-hand fork leads to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7542859">SU9568 : Charles III's Back Garden Gate</a>. The building at the fork is the Bluebells restaurant; sadly, I didn't get a chance to try the fayre  <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://bluebells-restaurant.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://bluebells-restaurant.co.uk">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
The Way to Cheapside
Cheap? Round here who's kidding whom? The left-hand fork leads to SU9568 : Charles III's Back Garden Gate. The building at the fork is the Bluebells restaurant; sadly, I didn't get a chance to try the fayre LinkExternal link.
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Emmet's Wood is located at Grid Ref: SU9469 (Lat: 51.415512, Lng: -0.63728466)

Unitary Authority: Bracknell Forest

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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