Thomas' Wood

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire Dacorum

England

Thomas' Wood

London Road, Boxmoor Looking towards Apsley. Part of Box Moor itself is on the left.
London Road, Boxmoor Credit: Richard Vince

Thomas' Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. It covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is known for its natural beauty and diverse flora and fauna. The wood is named after Thomas, a local landowner who once owned the land where the forest now stands.

The wood is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape during the spring and summer months.

A network of well-maintained footpaths and trails crisscrosses the wood, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting surroundings. The paths wind through ancient trees and lead to secluded clearings, providing a peaceful and tranquil environment for walkers, joggers, and nature enthusiasts.

Thomas' Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a wide variety of bird species. The forest also supports a rich insect population, with butterflies and dragonflies being particularly abundant during the warmer months.

The wood is managed by the local council, which ensures its preservation and conservation. Regular maintenance activities, such as selective tree felling and path maintenance, are carried out to maintain the health and safety of the forest while preserving its natural character.

Thomas' Wood is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as picnicking, birdwatching, and nature photography. Its idyllic setting and peaceful ambiance make it a perfect retreat for individuals seeking solace in nature.

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Thomas' Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.74032/-0.50157316 or Grid Reference TL0305. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

London Road, Boxmoor Looking towards Apsley. Part of Box Moor itself is on the left.
London Road, Boxmoor
Looking towards Apsley. Part of Box Moor itself is on the left.
Stratford Way, Boxmoor A residential cul de sac off London Road.
Stratford Way, Boxmoor
A residential cul de sac off London Road.
Russell Place, Boxmoor Looking towards London Road.
Russell Place, Boxmoor
Looking towards London Road.
Footpath across Box Moor (1) Can you spot the high rise office block intruding on this otherwise delightfully rural scene?
Footpath across Box Moor (1)
Can you spot the high rise office block intruding on this otherwise delightfully rural scene?
Footpath across Box Moor (2) Looking approximately south towards London Road from near the Grand Union Canal. In the distance, a couple of the friendly horses who live on Box Moor can be glimpsed.
Footpath across Box Moor (2)
Looking approximately south towards London Road from near the Grand Union Canal. In the distance, a couple of the friendly horses who live on Box Moor can be glimpsed.
Grand Union Canal, Boxmoor (1)
Grand Union Canal, Boxmoor (1)
Grand Union Canal, Boxmoor (2)
Grand Union Canal, Boxmoor (2)
Grand Union Canal, Boxmoor (3)
Grand Union Canal, Boxmoor (3)
Touched by autumn Somehow, a small minority of the leaves on this tree had turned a vivid shade of red before most of the rest had ceased to be green. The boats on the left are moored above a lock on the Grand Union Canal immediately to the south of Hemel Hempstead town centre.
Touched by autumn
Somehow, a small minority of the leaves on this tree had turned a vivid shade of red before most of the rest had ceased to be green. The boats on the left are moored above a lock on the Grand Union Canal immediately to the south of Hemel Hempstead town centre.
Grand Union Canal, Hemel Hempstead Looking east from the east end of a lock a short distance south of Hemel Hempstead town centre, towards the bridge carrying Two Waters Road. In front of the bridge, the River Gade flows into the canal, supplying the latter with water. The land on the left is used by a cricket club, hence the nets backing onto the canal.
Grand Union Canal, Hemel Hempstead
Looking east from the east end of a lock a short distance south of Hemel Hempstead town centre, towards the bridge carrying Two Waters Road. In front of the bridge, the River Gade flows into the canal, supplying the latter with water. The land on the left is used by a cricket club, hence the nets backing onto the canal.
Canal lock, Hemel Hempstead On the Grand Union Canal immediately to the south of Hemel Hempstead town centre.
Canal lock, Hemel Hempstead
On the Grand Union Canal immediately to the south of Hemel Hempstead town centre.
River Gade, Hemel Hempstead Alongside Two Waters Road immediately south of the town centre.
River Gade, Hemel Hempstead
Alongside Two Waters Road immediately south of the town centre.
Gabion Boxes
Gabion Boxes
Milestone 63 Replica Grand Union milestone on towpath below Bourne End Bottom Lock 59
Milestone 63
Replica Grand Union milestone on towpath below Bourne End Bottom Lock 59
Milestone 65 Replica Grand Union milestone on towpath just above Boxmoor Bottom Lock 64
Milestone 65
Replica Grand Union milestone on towpath just above Boxmoor Bottom Lock 64
St Stephen, Chaulden, Hemel Hempstead
St Stephen, Chaulden, Hemel Hempstead
St Stephen, Chaulden, Hemel Hempstead
St Stephen, Chaulden, Hemel Hempstead
St Stephen, Chaulden, Hemel Hempstead
St Stephen, Chaulden, Hemel Hempstead
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Thomas' Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL0305 (Lat: 51.74032, Lng: -0.50157316)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: Dacorum

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

What 3 Words

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Old Baptist Church
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
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Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
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Eumaeus
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