Tanners Wood

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire Three Rivers

England

Tanners Wood

Canal lock, Kings Langley Lock on Grand Union Canal, at the SE side of Kings Langley looking N from the road bridge at TL076021.
Canal lock, Kings Langley Credit: Rob Hinkley

Tanners Wood is a small woodland area located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated near the village of Abbots Langley, it covers an area of approximately 70 acres. The wood is part of the larger Cassiobury Park and has a rich history dating back centuries.

Tanners Wood is predominantly made up of oak and beech trees, providing a diverse and picturesque landscape. The woodland floor is covered with an array of wildflowers and ferns, creating a vibrant and enchanting atmosphere. The dense canopy of trees provides a haven for various bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty. These paths lead to scenic viewpoints and tranquil spots, making it a perfect destination for nature enthusiasts and walkers. The wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and rabbits.

Tanners Wood has historical significance as well. It is believed that the wood was once used by tanners to soak animal hides, hence the name. Additionally, remnants of World War II pillboxes can be found in the area, serving as a reminder of its past.

Overall, Tanners Wood is a hidden gem in Hertfordshire, offering a peaceful retreat from the surrounding urban areas. Its natural beauty, diverse flora and fauna, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Tanners Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.700424/-0.42127539 or Grid Reference TL0901. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Canal lock, Kings Langley Lock on Grand Union Canal, at the SE side of Kings Langley looking N from the road bridge at TL076021.
Canal lock, Kings Langley
Lock on Grand Union Canal, at the SE side of Kings Langley looking N from the road bridge at TL076021.
Canal boats and motorway Looking South from the Grand Union Canal towpath at TL077019. The road is the M25, which crosses the canal in this grid square.
Canal boats and motorway
Looking South from the Grand Union Canal towpath at TL077019. The road is the M25, which crosses the canal in this grid square.
Grand Union Canal, Hunton Bridge The canal is wide enough to take boats wider than the standard "narrow" boat. Facing towards Watford.
Grand Union Canal, Hunton Bridge
The canal is wide enough to take boats wider than the standard "narrow" boat. Facing towards Watford.
Canal at Hunton Bridge This view is looking north. The building on the left used to be a school and is now office accommodation called "The Old Schoolhouse".
Canal at Hunton Bridge
This view is looking north. The building on the left used to be a school and is now office accommodation called "The Old Schoolhouse".
Railway Station at Kings Langley A simple fresh design in keeping with the Tilting trains zooming by overhead
Railway Station at Kings Langley
A simple fresh design in keeping with the Tilting trains zooming by overhead
Housing in the Ovaltine Factory, Kings Langley The factory has been gutted and is now being re-developed.
Housing in the Ovaltine Factory, Kings Langley
The factory has been gutted and is now being re-developed.
Generator at Kings Langley This wind turbine is powering the redeveloped Ovaltine Egg farm
Generator at Kings Langley
This wind turbine is powering the redeveloped Ovaltine Egg farm
RES  at Old Ovaltine Egg Farm Kings Langley All the original buildings have been redeveloped into offices and research rooms.
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RES at Old Ovaltine Egg Farm Kings Langley
All the original buildings have been redeveloped into offices and research rooms. This is Beaufort Court and houses Renewable Energy Systems LinkExternal link
Coles Farm Woodside Road    Waterdale This farm house appears to have been gentrified
Coles Farm Woodside Road Waterdale
This farm house appears to have been gentrified
Tombstones  amongst the trees in the Cemetery East Lane This cemetery was provided for the Asylum hospital nearby but has now been abandoned to nature.
Tombstones amongst the trees in the Cemetery East Lane
This cemetery was provided for the Asylum hospital nearby but has now been abandoned to nature.
Lych Gate entrance to the cemetery East Lane This structure is in good condition despite it being abandoned.
Lych Gate entrance to the cemetery East Lane
This structure is in good condition despite it being abandoned.
Machine gun post from 1939/45 war The pill box has been vandalised  but presumably has now been forgotten. Wonder what the guards were 
intending to defend.
Machine gun post from 1939/45 war
The pill box has been vandalised but presumably has now been forgotten. Wonder what the guards were intending to defend.
Leavesden Court, Woodside These buildings were the front face of the hospital
Leavesden Court, Woodside
These buildings were the front face of the hospital
The Hare Pub that was  Leavesden Green A comment on the pub sign reads Hare today gone tomorrow. Was this too big a pub to make a living?
The Hare Pub that was Leavesden Green
A comment on the pub sign reads Hare today gone tomorrow. Was this too big a pub to make a living?
The Boys Home Pub Abbots Langley A strange name for a pub but probably the original one.
The Boys Home Pub Abbots Langley
A strange name for a pub but probably the original one.
The Library at Abbots Langley This building has a very friendly air about it and floods of light inside from a top level rooflight
The Library at Abbots Langley
This building has a very friendly air about it and floods of light inside from a top level rooflight
R.C Church in Abbots Langley The huge bas relief panel over the entrance gives it prominence when seen from the High Street.
R.C Church in Abbots Langley
The huge bas relief panel over the entrance gives it prominence when seen from the High Street.
Tanners Wood Infants School, Abbots Langley I have difficulty imagining anyone driving at 5 mph
Tanners Wood Infants School, Abbots Langley
I have difficulty imagining anyone driving at 5 mph
Show me another place!

Tanners Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL0901 (Lat: 51.700424, Lng: -0.42127539)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: Three Rivers

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Crossing
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