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Blount Spring

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire Hertsmere

England

Blount Spring

The Crooked Billet Pub Beer Garden A place where children play and adults drink seemingly in their separate spheres. A shot in black and white seemed to accentuate the separation of these two worlds.
The Crooked Billet Pub Beer Garden Credit: John Kingdon

Blount Spring is a picturesque woodland located in Hertfordshire, England. Situated within the larger Blount Forest, it is a tranquil oasis that draws nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The spring itself is a major attraction, known for its crystal-clear water that emerges from the ground and forms a small stream, providing a refreshing sight and soothing sound.

The woodland is characterized by an abundance of ancient oak, ash, and beech trees, creating a dense canopy that filters sunlight and offers a cool, shady environment. This makes it an ideal spot for a leisurely stroll or a picnic, especially during hot summer months. The forest floor is adorned with a vibrant array of wildflowers and ferns, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

Blount Spring is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including various bird species, small mammals, and insects. Birdwatchers can often spot robins, blue tits, and great spotted woodpeckers, among others. The woodland provides a vital habitat for these creatures, offering shelter and food sources.

Visitors can access Blount Spring via well-maintained footpaths, which wind their way through the forest and offer picturesque views of the surrounding countryside. The area is also equipped with picnic tables and benches for those looking to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Blount Spring, with its serene atmosphere and stunning natural features, offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, making it a much-loved destination for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility in Hertfordshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.733181/-0.2827043 or Grid Reference TL1805. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Crooked Billet Pub Beer Garden A place where children play and adults drink seemingly in their separate spheres. A shot in black and white seemed to accentuate the separation of these two worlds.
The Crooked Billet Pub Beer Garden
A place where children play and adults drink seemingly in their separate spheres. A shot in black and white seemed to accentuate the separation of these two worlds.
Church, now used as art centre The church at TL175068 has been converted into an arts centre / theatre sort of thing.
Church, now used as art centre
The church at TL175068 has been converted into an arts centre / theatre sort of thing.
Rolling farmland Farmland occupies most of the western half of TL1804, partially rape fields, but also a children's open farm called Willow's Farm
Rolling farmland
Farmland occupies most of the western half of TL1804, partially rape fields, but also a children's open farm called Willow's Farm
Tyttenhanger House This grade 1 listed building, now converted to offices, sits in Tyttenhanger Park, which occupied most of the square
Tyttenhanger House
This grade 1 listed building, now converted to offices, sits in Tyttenhanger Park, which occupied most of the square
Bowmans Lakes This is one of several lakes used for wash water by Lafarge Sand and Gravel. It is a haven for water birds and fishermen
Bowmans Lakes
This is one of several lakes used for wash water by Lafarge Sand and Gravel. It is a haven for water birds and fishermen
Road Bridge at London Colney Three years ago this area was flooded and much damage was caused to buildings.
Road Bridge at London Colney
Three years ago this area was flooded and much damage was caused to buildings.
London Colney Bypass A1081 What a difference a bypass can make to a town
London Colney Bypass A1081
What a difference a bypass can make to a town
The Cemetery St Albans Was surprised by the heart shaped balloon flying over that gravestone.
The Cemetery St Albans
Was surprised by the heart shaped balloon flying over that gravestone.
Highfield Hall at Tyttenhanger St Albans The premises are now refurbished as upmarket apartments
Highfield Hall at Tyttenhanger St Albans
The premises are now refurbished as upmarket apartments
St Marks Church Colney Heath Wonder if the congregation stays at home and logs on to the sermons
St Marks Church Colney Heath
Wonder if the congregation stays at home and logs on to the sermons
River Colne at Colney Heath I often wonder which Colne came first in the naming stages
River Colne at Colney Heath
I often wonder which Colne came first in the naming stages
Pumping Station at Colney Heath This is a pumping station extracting water from one or more borehole. Round the back of the site the North London Society of Model Engineers has a model railway system open on Summer Sunday afternoons.
Pumping Station at Colney Heath
This is a pumping station extracting water from one or more borehole. Round the back of the site the North London Society of Model Engineers has a model railway system open on Summer Sunday afternoons.
Community Hall at Hill End Lane St Albans This building houses play schools and similar activities. The gravel areas in the planting are intended for use as boules rinks by parents.The area was once a hospital so there are hundreds of new houses in the vicinity.
Community Hall at Hill End Lane St Albans
This building houses play schools and similar activities. The gravel areas in the planting are intended for use as boules rinks by parents.The area was once a hospital so there are hundreds of new houses in the vicinity.
Tunnel under the M25 opposite Access to Salisbury Hall This photo illustrates the large amount of filling required to keep the gradient to a reasonable angle.
Tunnel under the M25 opposite Access to Salisbury Hall
This photo illustrates the large amount of filling required to keep the gradient to a reasonable angle.
Library and Clinic at London Colney The prefab construction has a rather grim appearance and the approach is rather bleak
Library and Clinic at London Colney
The prefab construction has a rather grim appearance and the approach is rather bleak
R.C. Church of Our Lady of Walsingham This should be a cinema perhaps. Not my idea of dignity.
R.C. Church of Our Lady of Walsingham
This should be a cinema perhaps. Not my idea of dignity.
Nicholas Breakspear R.C. School near Smallford This is a senior school with an accent on sport.
Nicholas Breakspear R.C. School near Smallford
This is a senior school with an accent on sport.
Nicholas Breakspear R C School The van tells some of it
Nicholas Breakspear R C School
The van tells some of it
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Blount Spring is located at Grid Ref: TL1805 (Lat: 51.733181, Lng: -0.2827043)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: Hertsmere

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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