Egypt Woods

Wood, Forest in Buckinghamshire

England

Egypt Woods

Burnham Beeches Burnham Beeches is owned by the Corporation of London. This ancient woodland is a National Nature Reserve.
Burnham Beeches Credit: David Hawgood

Egypt Woods is a beautiful woodland located in the county of Buckinghamshire, England. Spread over an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a remarkable example of a mixed deciduous forest. The woods are situated near the village of Egypt, hence the name.

The woodland is characterized by its diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, birch, and maple, which create a stunning tapestry of colors throughout the seasons. The dense canopy of the woods provides a peaceful and secluded environment, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and walkers.

Egypt Woods is home to a rich variety of wildlife, with many species of birds, mammals, and insects thriving within its boundaries. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, among others, while the lucky visitor may catch a glimpse of deer, foxes, and rabbits during their stroll through the forest. The woods also boast a vibrant population of butterflies and other insects.

The woodland offers several well-maintained footpaths and trails, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore its beauty at their own pace. The paths wind through the trees, offering glimpses of charming clearings and babbling brooks. It is a peaceful retreat, ideal for those seeking solace in nature or looking for a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Egypt Woods is a true gem of Buckinghamshire, a place where both nature enthusiasts and casual visitors can immerse themselves in the tranquility and beauty of the English countryside.

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Egypt Woods Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.568817/-0.62958974 or Grid Reference SU9586. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Burnham Beeches Burnham Beeches is owned by the Corporation of London. This ancient woodland is a National Nature Reserve.
Burnham Beeches
Burnham Beeches is owned by the Corporation of London. This ancient woodland is a National Nature Reserve.
Jones Way across the green at Hedgerley Hill This open grassland with a football pitch and children's play area has houses all around it, and the houses back onto woodland.
Jones Way across the green at Hedgerley Hill
This open grassland with a football pitch and children's play area has houses all around it, and the houses back onto woodland.
East Burnham Common in Burnham Beeches This area was bought by the City of London to preserve it for public enjoyment
East Burnham Common in Burnham Beeches
This area was bought by the City of London to preserve it for public enjoyment
Egypt Woods, near Farnham Common These woods are privately owned by the Portman Burtley estate, which has provided permissive paths by arrangement with the Forestry Commission. The woods are just North of Burnham Beeches.
Egypt Woods, near Farnham Common
These woods are privately owned by the Portman Burtley estate, which has provided permissive paths by arrangement with the Forestry Commission. The woods are just North of Burnham Beeches.
Conifers in Egypt Woods, near Farnham Common The woods are mainly deciduous, with beeches like the adjacent Burnham Beeches, also oak and birch. But at the Northern edge of the woods are a stand of conifers.
Conifers in Egypt Woods, near Farnham Common
The woods are mainly deciduous, with beeches like the adjacent Burnham Beeches, also oak and birch. But at the Northern edge of the woods are a stand of conifers.
Abbey Park Farm across a cornfield, by Littleworth Common
Abbey Park Farm across a cornfield, by Littleworth Common
Road through Littleworth Common Here the road runs through oak and birch trees. There are other deciduous trees and holly on the common. It used to be rough grazing, but is now mainly covered by trees. Some of these are being thinned to make it more open.
Road through Littleworth Common
Here the road runs through oak and birch trees. There are other deciduous trees and holly on the common. It used to be rough grazing, but is now mainly covered by trees. Some of these are being thinned to make it more open.
St Anne's Church, Dropmore Cream teas are available here on Sunday afternoons. The church is part of the team ministry of Burnham.
St Anne's Church, Dropmore
Cream teas are available here on Sunday afternoons. The church is part of the team ministry of Burnham.
Ferns and birch trees on Littleworth Common Taken from one of the bridleways which run across the wooded common
Ferns and birch trees on Littleworth Common
Taken from one of the bridleways which run across the wooded common
Hartley Court Moat (Hardicanutes), Burnham Beeches This was a moated homestead dating from the 12th to 14th Centuries. This moat protected the inner enclosure of 0.6 hectares. There is also a shallower ditch and a low bank which would have been surmounted by a fence protecting an outer enclosure of almost 4 hectares.
Hartley Court Moat (Hardicanutes), Burnham Beeches
This was a moated homestead dating from the 12th to 14th Centuries. This moat protected the inner enclosure of 0.6 hectares. There is also a shallower ditch and a low bank which would have been surmounted by a fence protecting an outer enclosure of almost 4 hectares.
Old tree in Burnham Beeches Taken on Boxing Day walk Christmas 2004, while the Tsunami was underway unbeknown to us.
Old tree in Burnham Beeches
Taken on Boxing Day walk Christmas 2004, while the Tsunami was underway unbeknown to us.
Burnham Beeches
Burnham Beeches
Rhododendron Clearance in Burnham Beeches Rhododendrons are being cleared and burned in the Moat area to create suitable conditions for the re-establishment of heathland flora and fauna.
Rhododendron Clearance in Burnham Beeches
Rhododendrons are being cleared and burned in the Moat area to create suitable conditions for the re-establishment of heathland flora and fauna.
Stream in Burnham Beeches View looking south-west in late afternoon. The shallow stream over gravel takes an overflow from the dam at Upper Pond, and flows into Middle Pond.
Stream in Burnham Beeches
View looking south-west in late afternoon. The shallow stream over gravel takes an overflow from the dam at Upper Pond, and flows into Middle Pond.
Shops in Farnham Common These shops are on Beaconsfield Road, the A355 from Slough to Beaconsfield, at the junction with Rosewood Way. Photo taken from the end of Beeches Road.
Shops in Farnham Common
These shops are on Beaconsfield Road, the A355 from Slough to Beaconsfield, at the junction with Rosewood Way. Photo taken from the end of Beeches Road.
Burnham Beeches - birch, beech and holly Walking through the woods from "The Stag" to here, many of the trees were oaks, with some large fir trees. Here they have changed to being a mixture of birch and beech. There are holly bushes under the trees in both areas.
Burnham Beeches - birch, beech and holly
Walking through the woods from "The Stag" to here, many of the trees were oaks, with some large fir trees. Here they have changed to being a mixture of birch and beech. There are holly bushes under the trees in both areas.
Upper pond, Burnham Beeches View looking north-east from the dam at the end of the pond. There are ducks on the pond.
Upper pond, Burnham Beeches
View looking north-east from the dam at the end of the pond. There are ducks on the pond.
Woodland Cottages, Farnham Common These cottages are on the main road through the village, Beaconsfield Road.
Woodland Cottages, Farnham Common
These cottages are on the main road through the village, Beaconsfield Road.
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Egypt Woods is located at Grid Ref: SU9586 (Lat: 51.568817, Lng: -0.62958974)

Unitary Authority: Buckinghamshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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///poetic.wash.lime. Near Farnham Royal, Buckinghamshire

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Egypt, Buckinghamshire

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