Brimstone Wood

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire Welwyn Hatfield

England

Brimstone Wood

View from Bride Hall Lane, Ayot St Lawrence The view is towards Brimstone Wood.
View from Bride Hall Lane, Ayot St Lawrence Credit: Humphrey Bolton

Brimstone Wood is a picturesque and enchanting forest located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Spread across an area of approximately 200 acres, this woodland is a haven for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

The wood is predominantly composed of ancient oak and beech trees that have stood tall for centuries, creating a dense canopy that filters the sunlight and casts beautiful shadows on the forest floor. The towering trees provide a tranquil and serene atmosphere, making it a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Within Brimstone Wood, there is a network of well-maintained trails that wind their way through the forest, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its natural wonders. These trails cater to all levels of fitness, ranging from easy strolls to more challenging hikes. Along the way, visitors can admire the diverse flora and fauna that call this woodland home, including bluebells, wild garlic, and various species of birds and butterflies.

The wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, such as deer, foxes, and rabbits, which can often be spotted foraging or playing amongst the trees. Nature enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities for birdwatching and capturing stunning photographs of the woodland's inhabitants.

Brimstone Wood is not only a natural sanctuary but also a place of historical significance. It is believed that the wood has been in existence since the medieval times, and remnants of ancient earthworks and boundaries can still be found within its boundaries.

Overall, Brimstone Wood offers a peaceful and idyllic escape into nature, providing a welcome retreat for those seeking solace in the beauty of the natural world.

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Brimstone Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.841955/-0.25995796 or Grid Reference TL1917. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View from Bride Hall Lane, Ayot St Lawrence The view is towards Brimstone Wood.
View from Bride Hall Lane, Ayot St Lawrence
The view is towards Brimstone Wood.
Ayot Lodge, Ayot St Lawrence This mid-19C house is listed, Grade II, and was the lodge for Ayot House. It is at the entrance to Bride Hall Lane, which is a public bridleway to Tanyard Lane. The first part of the lane is the driveway to Ayot House and The Manor House.
Ayot Lodge, Ayot St Lawrence
This mid-19C house is listed, Grade II, and was the lodge for Ayot House. It is at the entrance to Bride Hall Lane, which is a public bridleway to Tanyard Lane. The first part of the lane is the driveway to Ayot House and The Manor House.
View of Ayot House from the church, Ayot St Lawrence The church was designed as an eye-catcher from the house.
View of Ayot House from the church, Ayot St Lawrence
The church was designed as an eye-catcher from the house.
Churchyard and view, Ayot St Lawrence
Churchyard and view, Ayot St Lawrence
Codicote Village The green seems a bit too small to qualify
Codicote Village
The green seems a bit too small to qualify
Codicote Village Ye Olde building is now a Chinese restaurant,
Codicote Village
Ye Olde building is now a Chinese restaurant,
Road sign to Hill Farm Lane The area was lacking in tangible elements being woods and open fields.
Road sign to Hill Farm Lane
The area was lacking in tangible elements being woods and open fields.
A strange structure at Hill Farm I wonder if it covers a well
A strange structure at Hill Farm
I wonder if it covers a well
More farm buildings at Hill Farm Interesting to see straw bales packed into a building
More farm buildings at Hill Farm
Interesting to see straw bales packed into a building
Arable land already ploughed for the next crop Taken from Lord Mead Lane looking north east
Arable land already ploughed for the next crop
Taken from Lord Mead Lane looking north east
Landscape looking due north from  Lord Mead Lane The relatively recent plantation  of trees will be a landmark in twenty years' time, subject to global warming.
Landscape looking due north from Lord Mead Lane
The relatively recent plantation of trees will be a landmark in twenty years' time, subject to global warming.
Farm Buildings at Codicote Bottom This is the farm related to those two landscape views
Farm Buildings at Codicote Bottom
This is the farm related to those two landscape views
Gates leading to something in Codicote Bottom The message is, we wish to keep you out for as long as possible.
Gates leading to something in Codicote Bottom
The message is, we wish to keep you out for as long as possible.
Cottage opposite the "gates" in Codicote Bottom In this instance even the fencing has gaps
Cottage opposite the "gates" in Codicote Bottom
In this instance even the fencing has gaps
More Gates in Codicote Bottom At least these gates let the outsider see something
beyond the boundary  but again what ???
More Gates in Codicote Bottom
At least these gates let the outsider see something beyond the boundary but again what ???
Variety of subjects, Road sign  Water Tower  Codicote I arrived at this junction and felt that the scene was too good to pass up
Variety of subjects, Road sign Water Tower Codicote
I arrived at this junction and felt that the scene was too good to pass up
Ryefield Farm Some of the Ryefield Farm buildings, viewed from the track which approaches from the west.
Ryefield Farm
Some of the Ryefield Farm buildings, viewed from the track which approaches from the west.
River Mimram crossing Ford over the River Mimram. When the river's low it can flow underneath, and only floods if the water rises.
River Mimram crossing
Ford over the River Mimram. When the river's low it can flow underneath, and only floods if the water rises.
Show me another place!

Brimstone Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL1917 (Lat: 51.841955, Lng: -0.25995796)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: Welwyn Hatfield

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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