Bigpursley Wood

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire Hertsmere

England

Bigpursley Wood

On the clockwise M25 one mile from junction 23 Credit: Rob Purvis

Bigpursley Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Nestled in the heart of the county, the wood covers an area of approximately 100 acres, providing a haven of natural beauty and tranquility for locals and visitors alike.

The wood is characterized by its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy that filters sunlight and casts shadows on the forest floor. These towering trees provide a habitat for various wildlife species, such as squirrels, deer, and a variety of bird species, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

A network of well-maintained footpaths and trails wind through Bigpursley Wood, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting beauty. The paths meander through ancient woodland, carpeted with bluebells in the springtime and adorned with vibrant autumn foliage later in the year.

In addition to its natural wonders, Bigpursley Wood also offers recreational facilities for visitors. There are designated picnic areas where families and friends can enjoy a leisurely lunch amidst the tranquil surroundings. Furthermore, the wood has a small playground for children, adding to its appeal as a family-friendly destination.

Bigpursley Wood is managed and maintained by the local authorities, ensuring its protection and preservation for generations to come. It serves as a valuable resource for the local community, providing a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, as well as an opportunity to reconnect with nature.

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Bigpursley Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.689053/-0.2598522 or Grid Reference TL2000. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

On the clockwise M25 one mile from junction 23

Rob Purvis

Traffic queue at junction 23 on the M25

Rob Purvis

Sign Gantry on the M25 Clockwise

Officially named the London Orbital and frequently derided as nothing more than a very big car park, the M25 is a 117-mile orbital motorway that encircles London; one of the world's biggest ring roads (Europe's second longest orbital road after the Berliner Ring, which is 122 miles). It is not, however, a continuous loop of motorway as the Dartford Crossing section (comprising the Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge) over the Thames and its approach roads are designated as the A282. Constructed between 1975 and 1986, the M25 is reputedly the most expensive motorway Britain ever built, costing a total of £909m or roughly £7.5m per mile, but at the time of its planning, the demand for the road was considerably underestimated so that when it was finally completed in 1986, it was already out of date. Demand outstripped capacity within a few years and ever since then it's been very heavily congested. The M25 is one of the UK’s busiest motorways, carrying up to 200,000 vehicles and 10,000 HGVs per day (AADT - Annual Average Daily Traffic flow) on the section near to Heathrow Airport. Since its opening in the 1980s, the southern, western and eastern sections have been widened to largely dual four lane (D4M) standard, but much of the motorway retains its dual three lane road (D3M) cross-section as originally built. The M25 was home to England's first Variable Speed Limits on motorways between the A3 and M4 in the early 1990s. Link

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Clockwise M25 approaching Bignell's Corner (Junction 23)

Bignell's Corner (also known as South Mimms Interchange) is a large three-level roundabout interchange providing full access between the M25, A1(M), A1081, South Mimms services and local roads. It is junction 1 of the A1(M) and junction 23 of the M25 (Link

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London Orbital Motorway at Bignell's Corner (South Mimms Interchange)

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Church of St Margaret Ridge Herts

Quite an unassuming little church in a tiny village

Jack Hill

The Old Guinea Pub at Ridge, Herts

A board just out of sight to the left says that bookings are taken for meals. Which rules out the casual visitor.

Jack Hill

Village Hall at Ridge

The two storey structure is rather unusual for a village hall.

Jack Hill

Black Lion Pub Shenley.

This pub is in the old village on the opposite side of the B5378 from the "newer" village {ex hospital site}

Jack Hill

The Stud Farm in Rectory Lane Shenley

One horse was being exercised just to the left of the picture

Jack Hill

Shenley Hill Business premises.

The business is related to transport but I have no further clue.

Jack Hill

Shenley Lodge School Ridgehill

Ambience is good and the children at this school must reap the benefit.

Jack Hill

Shenley Cage and Pond

Viewed looking northwards over the village Pond, the Cage is one of the last remaining round gaolhouses in the country. Given its location outside the Queen Adelaide public house there is an ironic tablet in the wall of the gaolhouse advising passers-by to "Be Sober".

Nigel Cox

Southridge Animal Centre

This RSPCA centre is based on the site of the former Southridge Farm on Packhorse Lane at Ridge.

David Squire

Deeves Hall Barn

At the junction of Mimms Lane, Earls Lane and Deeves Hall Lane.

David Squire

Ashridge Lodge

Situated on the south side of Mimms Lane near Shenley this house and a converted barn appear to have been created out of existing buildings at Ravenscroft Farm.

David Squire

Ridge village centre

View east, the church and village hall are on the green to the left, the public house is beyond on the right.

David Hawgood

Clare Hall Manor, Ridge

Part of the London Research Institute of Cancer Research UK. Clare Hall manor was renovated in 1998 to provide a restaurant, meeting rooms and accommodation.

David Hawgood

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Bigpursley Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL2000 (Lat: 51.689053, Lng: -0.2598522)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: Hertsmere

Police Authority: Hertfordshire