Bricket Wood
Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire St. Albans
England
Bricket Wood
Bricket Wood is a small village located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated approximately 21 miles northwest of London, it is a part of the St Albans district. The village is nestled within a picturesque woodland area, which gives it its name and adds to its tranquil and scenic appeal.
Despite its relatively small size, Bricket Wood boasts a rich history that dates back centuries. The village is believed to have been inhabited since the Roman era, with evidence of Roman pottery and coins found in the surrounding area. Throughout the years, it has undergone various changes, evolving from a predominantly agricultural community to a residential area.
Today, Bricket Wood is a vibrant village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of nearby urban areas. It is known for its lush greenery, with an abundance of trees and woodland areas that make it a haven for nature enthusiasts. The village is home to several nature reserves, including the Bricket Wood Common and the Butterfly World Project, which attract visitors from near and far.
In terms of amenities, Bricket Wood offers a range of facilities to cater to its residents. These include a primary school, a community center, local shops, and a pub. The village is also well-connected, with good transport links to nearby towns and cities, including St Albans and Watford.
Overall, Bricket Wood is a charming village that combines natural beauty with a sense of community. Its idyllic woodland surroundings and historical significance make it an appealing place to live or visit.
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Bricket Wood Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 51.709276/-0.37669176 or Grid Reference TL1202. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
M1/M25 Junction
It's noisy, hostile and bleak but the motorway junction occupies about half the entire grid square so is the dominating feature. Photo taken looking South down the M1 from the bridge at TL115038.
Pylon and copse
Looking North from TL117043, we see the power lines jump over a little copse. That's pretty much the most significant landmark in the grid square.
Building Research Establishment Garston
As you see the security is tight but I did get access once to see the experimental house.
B.R.E. at Garston
They have allowed the trees to grow as the neighbours don't like the "modern" design. The house has a front elevation of sloping glass to catch the sun.
Tollgate Pub at Smug Oak
The road sign Drop Lane leads back to a large house and eventually the Ver walk.
Junior School Bricket Wood Herts
Gates were unlocked. Usually they are locked and there are signs saying keep out
Parmiters School Waterdale
This area is well endowed with schools. This one has many computers displayed for all to see.
Garston Manor Waterdale.
These premises were once a place of correction, witness the fence with barbed wire but now it has a
more light hearted career.
Entrance to Tenterden House off Lye Lane
This is a nursing home but I wonder how the patients cope with the continuous roar of traffic from the M25
The M25 taken from Lye Lane bridge Smug Oak
The Tenterden nursing home is just over on the right of the picture. The brown grass area was to have been a golf course but things went wrong.
House off Chequers Lane Waterdale
The setting is idyllic but the M1 creates a steady drone throughout the day and night.
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.
Bricket Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL1202 (Lat: 51.709276, Lng: -0.37669176)
Administrative County: Hertfordshire
District: St. Albans
Police Authority: Hertfordshire
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 51.709276,-0.37669176Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7127981/-0.3745993
Pub
The Black Boy
Addr City: Bricket Wood
Addr Housenumber: 79
Addr Postcode: AL2 3RU
Addr Street: Old Watford Road
Fhrs Authority: St Albans City
Fhrs Id: 305827
Indoor Seating: yes
Outdoor Seating: yes
Payment Credit Cards: yes
Payment Debit Cards: yes
Wikidata: Q26493811
Lat/Long: 51.7093088/-0.378014
Fuel
Harvest energy
Compressed Air: yes
Operator: Gulf
Lat/Long: 51.7126086/-0.3740995
Bus Stop
Oakwood Rd
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021503660
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Oakwood Rd
Naptan Crossing: Oakwood Road
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Oakwood Road
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtawpmg
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: STALBCY
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: North Orbital Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 51.7129926/-0.3737343
Bus Stop
Black Boy PH
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Check Date Shelter: 2023-08-26
Local Ref: NR
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021503680
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Black Boy PH
Naptan Crossing: Old Watford Road
Naptan Indicator: nr
Naptan Landmark: Old Watford Road
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtawpmj
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: STALBCY;WATFDJ
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: North Orbital Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7096837/-0.3779528
Bus Stop
Mount Pleasant Lane School
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Check Date Shelter: 2024-05-06
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021504500
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Mount Pleasant Lane School
Naptan Crossing: Mount Pleasant Lane School
Naptan Indicator: o/s
Naptan Landmark: Mount Pleasant Lane School
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtawmpa
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: WATFDJ
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Mount Pleasant Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7059856/-0.3775893
Bus Stop
Mount Pleasant Lane School
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Check Date Shelter: 2024-05-06
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021507320
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Mount Pleasant Lane School
Naptan Crossing: Mount Pleasant Lane School
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Mount Pleasant Lane School
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtawdaj
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: STALBCY;WATFDJ
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Mount Pleasant Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7066052/-0.3757761
Bus Stop
Black Boy PH
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Check Date Shelter: 2023-08-26
Lit: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021508100
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Black Boy PH
Naptan Crossing: opp Old Watford Road
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: opp Old Watford Road
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtawadj
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: STALBCY;WATFDJ
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: North Orbital Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 51.7101912/-0.3779247
Bus Stop
Oakwood Rd
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Check Date Shelter: 2023-08-26
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021508120
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Oakwood Rd
Naptan Crossing: opp Oakwood Rd
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: opp Oakwood Rd
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtawadm
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: STALBCY
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: North Orbital Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7125857/-0.375171
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.7073316/-0.3807733
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.7073952/-0.3808909
Post Box
Check Date Collection Times: 2022-12-24
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00, Sa 07:00
Ref: AL2 326D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.708677/-0.3753105
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00, Sa 07:00
Ref: AL2 264D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.7118216/-0.3724366
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Lat/Long: 51.7064762/-0.3807483
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: Philips MA50
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Personal memory
Lat/Long: 51.7058197/-0.3801601
Man Made: surveillance
Ref: 52320
Source: Personal memory
Surveillance: outdoor
Surveillance Zone: traffic
Lat/Long: 51.7069688/-0.3827324
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: Philips MA50
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Personal memory
Lat/Long: 51.706252/-0.3810518
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: Philips MA50
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Personal memory
Lat/Long: 51.7062753/-0.3806792
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: Philips MA90
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.70578/-0.3790244
Street Lamp
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7058765/-0.3795551
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: Philips MA50
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Personal memory
Lat/Long: 51.7060974/-0.3803226
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: GEC Z9545
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7058732/-0.3799333
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: Philips MA90
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7066145/-0.3757464
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: Philips MA90
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7057584/-0.378488
Street Lamp
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7066859/-0.3746896
Street Lamp
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7062405/-0.3766396
Street Lamp
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7058466/-0.3780316
Street Lamp
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7060876/-0.377125
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: Philips MA90
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7065597/-0.3742443
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: Philips MA90
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7059533/-0.3776031
Street Lamp
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7066794/-0.375285
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: Philips MA90
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7061441/-0.3715137
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: Philips MA90
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7062356/-0.3720609
Street Lamp
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7066212/-0.3734771
Street Lamp
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7066593/-0.3738741
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: Philips MA90
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7064201/-0.3724766
Street Lamp
Lamp Type: SOX
Source: Survey of 2018-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7065246/-0.3729541
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.7074957/-0.3805017
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Lat/Long: 51.7125248/-0.3743176
Direction: 275
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 8
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7068373/-0.3717338
Direction: 185
Fixme: survey for panel count
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 12
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7068945/-0.3748336
Direction: 185
Fixme: survey for panel count
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 12
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7069003/-0.3750216
Direction: 180
Fixme: survey for panel count
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 16
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7068682/-0.3751897
Crossing
Crossing: marked
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7061904/-0.3769783
Direction: 275
Fixme: survey for panel count
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 6
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7079005/-0.3764591
Direction: 95
Fixme: survey for panel count
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 10
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7078971/-0.376426
Direction: 190
Fixme: survey for panel count
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 10
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7082326/-0.3759052
Direction: 100
Fixme: survey for panel count
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 6
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7081945/-0.3758252
Direction: 240
Fixme: survey for panel count
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 16
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7089463/-0.3722016
Direction: 190
Fixme: survey for panel count
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 6
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7103932/-0.3723817
Direction: 180
Fixme: survey for panel count
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 7
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7105504/-0.3723388
Direction: 160
Fixme: survey for panel count
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 6
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7107549/-0.3717343
Direction: 190
Fixme: survey for panel count
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 4
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7122535/-0.3741046
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7128079/-0.3740558
Barrier: kerb
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7128858/-0.3742286
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7128632/-0.3741985
Barrier: kerb
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7127712/-0.3745625
Barrier: kerb
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7128209/-0.3746306
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7126779/-0.3738823
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Ref: pegasus
Horse: yes
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 51.707447/-0.3805389
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Ref: pegasus
Horse: yes
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7074722/-0.3808042
Crossing
Bicycle: yes
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Ref: toucan
Lat/Long: 51.70743/-0.3808518
Crossing
Bicycle: yes
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Ref: toucan
Lat/Long: 51.7073993/-0.3805759
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PX23
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.7068462/-0.382711
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PX9
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.7075888/-0.3828581
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PX10
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.707262/-0.3828808
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PX8
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.7079455/-0.3831596
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PX7
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.7082937/-0.3832719
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PX6
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.7086325/-0.3833852
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PX5
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.7089536/-0.383485
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PX4
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.7092922/-0.3835924
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PX3
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.7096431/-0.3837045
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PX2
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.7099752/-0.3838046
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PY17
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.706004/-0.3814156
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PY12
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.7056822/-0.3798486
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P862
Lamp Mount: straight_mast
Lamp Type: LED
Ref: PY2
Source: Local knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.7054585/-0.379754
Speed Camera
Maxspeed: 70 mph
Maxspeed Type: GB:motorway
Lat/Long: 51.7070392/-0.3824421
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