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Green Wood

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire St. Albans

England

Green Wood

Entrance gates, Sandridgebury Entrance gate on the lane leading to Sandridgebury Farm, though not the entrance to the farm.
Entrance gates, Sandridgebury Credit: Jack Hill

Green Wood is a beautiful forest located in Hertfordshire, England. Spanning over an area of approximately 100 hectares, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor activities. The forest is characterized by its lush greenery, towering trees, and diverse wildlife.

The woodland is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a vibrant and picturesque landscape throughout the year. Walking through the forest, visitors can enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and escape the hustle and bustle of urban life. The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, adding to its natural beauty.

Green Wood offers numerous walking trails and paths that allow visitors to explore its various sections. From easy strolls to more challenging hikes, there is something for everyone. The extensive network of trails also makes it an ideal place for cycling and horseback riding.

Wildlife enthusiasts will be delighted to spot a range of animals and birds in Green Wood. The forest is home to deer, foxes, rabbits, and a wide variety of bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers.

In addition to its natural beauty, Green Wood also has several amenities for visitors. There are picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the forest, providing a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a packed lunch. The forest also has a visitor center that offers information about the flora and fauna, as well as guided tours and educational programs for both children and adults.

Overall, Green Wood in Hertfordshire is a stunning forest that offers a peaceful and immersive experience in the heart of nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.781456/-0.34583334 or Grid Reference TL1410. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Entrance gates, Sandridgebury Entrance gate on the lane leading to Sandridgebury Farm, though not the entrance to the farm.
Entrance gates, Sandridgebury
Entrance gate on the lane leading to Sandridgebury Farm, though not the entrance to the farm.
River Ver with cattle at Redbournbury The recycling works are just to the right of the picture so I hope they never have an accidental spillage.
River Ver with cattle at Redbournbury
The recycling works are just to the right of the picture so I hope they never have an accidental spillage.
Sandridge: Bridleway The bridleway from Sandridge to Ayres End Lane viewed looking north westwards with the coppiced hornbeam Langley Wood to the left.
Sandridge: Bridleway
The bridleway from Sandridge to Ayres End Lane viewed looking north westwards with the coppiced hornbeam Langley Wood to the left.
Sandridge: Well Wood Viewed looking northwards with Well Wood to the left, the landowner has, as part of the Countryside Stewardship scheme, kindly granted permissive footpaths along the field edges, and this is one of them.
Sandridge: Well Wood
Viewed looking northwards with Well Wood to the left, the landowner has, as part of the Countryside Stewardship scheme, kindly granted permissive footpaths along the field edges, and this is one of them.
Railway line between St Albans and Harpenden Viewed looking southwards from Cheapside Farm bridge, a northbound Thameslink train approaches. This is the main railway line from London to Luton, Bedford, Kettering, Leicester, and Nottingham.
Railway line between St Albans and Harpenden
Viewed looking southwards from Cheapside Farm bridge, a northbound Thameslink train approaches. This is the main railway line from London to Luton, Bedford, Kettering, Leicester, and Nottingham.
Farmland twixt St Albans and Harpenden Viewed looking northwards from the track to Cheapside Farm.
Farmland twixt St Albans and Harpenden
Viewed looking northwards from the track to Cheapside Farm.
Childwickbury Manor House Childwickbury manor, formerly Stanley Kubrick's house.
Childwickbury Manor House
Childwickbury manor, formerly Stanley Kubrick's house.
Railway line Looking south from the bridge over the railway at TL145125 on the edge of Harpenden.
Railway line
Looking south from the bridge over the railway at TL145125 on the edge of Harpenden.
Cricket near the pub At the northern edge of the square the small building marked on the public footpath across the road from the pub is a cricket pavilion. Oddly, the cricket pitch seems to be in the middle of a golf course.
Cricket near the pub
At the northern edge of the square the small building marked on the public footpath across the road from the pub is a cricket pavilion. Oddly, the cricket pitch seems to be in the middle of a golf course.
Bridge over railway line Looking west along the road from Ayre's End to the A1081, as it crosses the railway south of Harpenden. To the right of the bridge a warning sign about the railway's live overhead wires is just visible.
Bridge over railway line
Looking west along the road from Ayre's End to the A1081, as it crosses the railway south of Harpenden. To the right of the bridge a warning sign about the railway's live overhead wires is just visible.
Barn among fields The isolated building marked on the 1:50,000 OS map at around TL145113 is this barn. Photograph taken looking South East from a heavily overgrown footpath.
Barn among fields
The isolated building marked on the 1:50,000 OS map at around TL145113 is this barn. Photograph taken looking South East from a heavily overgrown footpath.
Houses beyond the fields Looking NE from the footpath junction at TL128115, over the fields we can see the houses which just creep into the NE corner of the square.
Houses beyond the fields
Looking NE from the footpath junction at TL128115, over the fields we can see the houses which just creep into the NE corner of the square.
Houses near Beesonend These 3 large houses stand on the south side of the B road shortly after you turn off the A1081 towards Redbournbury.
Houses near Beesonend
These 3 large houses stand on the south side of the B road shortly after you turn off the A1081 towards Redbournbury.
Strange little building This unusual little building stands in the grounds of Beesonend Farm House. I've classified it as a shed, but I'm sure there is - or at least was - more to it than that.
Strange little building
This unusual little building stands in the grounds of Beesonend Farm House. I've classified it as a shed, but I'm sure there is - or at least was - more to it than that.
Childwick Green St Mary's Church, on the left, was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott and built in 1867
Childwick Green
St Mary's Church, on the left, was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott and built in 1867
Three Horseshoes Public House Situated at East Common Harpenden overlooking Bamville Cricket Club and the golf course
Three Horseshoes Public House
Situated at East Common Harpenden overlooking Bamville Cricket Club and the golf course
Railway Line London to Bedford line from bridge at Mud Lane looking towards Harpenden..in the background is the bridge situated in Cross Lane
Railway Line
London to Bedford line from bridge at Mud Lane looking towards Harpenden..in the background is the bridge situated in Cross Lane
Cricket Pavilion Bamville Cricket Club pavilion
Cricket Pavilion
Bamville Cricket Club pavilion
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Green Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL1410 (Lat: 51.781456, Lng: -0.34583334)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: St. Albans

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Childwickbury
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Childwickbury
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Fountain
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