James' Wood

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire North Hertfordshire

England

James' Wood

Hinxworth War memorial clock tower. An unusual war memorial and a distinctive feature of Hinxworth Village.
Hinxworth War memorial clock tower. Credit: Robin Hall

James' Wood is a small village located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated amidst the beautiful countryside, it is known for its dense forest and natural surroundings. The village is named after James, a historical figure who was believed to have once owned the land.

Covering an area of approximately 2 square kilometers, James' Wood is home to a small population of around 500 residents. The village is characterized by its quaint cottages and picturesque landscapes, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The main attraction of James' Wood is its expansive forest, which is part of a larger woodland area. It offers numerous walking trails and pathways, allowing visitors to explore the serene environment and enjoy the beauty of nature. The forest is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including ancient trees, wildflowers, and a diverse range of bird species.

Aside from its natural beauty, James' Wood also has a close-knit community that organizes various events and activities throughout the year. These include local fairs, community gatherings, and traditional festivals, which contribute to the village's vibrant atmosphere.

Although James' Wood is a peaceful and quiet village, it is conveniently located within close proximity to larger towns and cities. This provides residents with easy access to amenities such as schools, shops, and healthcare facilities.

Overall, James' Wood, Hertfordshire offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a slower pace of life and a deep connection with nature.

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James' Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.050433/-0.19564846 or Grid Reference TL2340. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hinxworth War memorial clock tower. An unusual war memorial and a distinctive feature of Hinxworth Village.
Hinxworth War memorial clock tower.
An unusual war memorial and a distinctive feature of Hinxworth Village.
Fields between Hinxworth and Ashwell Large wide open arable fields typical of the area.
Fields between Hinxworth and Ashwell
Large wide open arable fields typical of the area.
Cottage over the fields near Ashwell. Taken on a really warm day at the end of the summer.  The fields were recently harvested wheat.
Cottage over the fields near Ashwell.
Taken on a really warm day at the end of the summer. The fields were recently harvested wheat.
Farmland, Edworth, Beds View NW across Chalky Boulder Clay soils.
Farmland, Edworth, Beds
View NW across Chalky Boulder Clay soils.
Hinxworth parish church, Hertfordshire Dedicated to St Nicholas.
Hinxworth parish church, Hertfordshire
Dedicated to St Nicholas.
The Old Rectory, Edworth, Beds – view from the SW.
The Old Rectory, Edworth, Beds
– view from the SW.
Manor Farm and parish church, Edworth, Beds – view from the NE; the church nestling behind the farm is dedicated to St George.
Manor Farm and parish church, Edworth, Beds
– view from the NE; the church nestling behind the farm is dedicated to St George.
Farmland, Edworth, Beds winter wheat growing in the NE part of the square.
Farmland, Edworth, Beds
winter wheat growing in the NE part of the square.
Track towards Barrowsford Bridge
Track towards Barrowsford Bridge
"Green Lane" a green lane
"Green Lane" a green lane
Green Lane
Green Lane
Lane closed ahead.
Lane closed ahead.
Green Lane living up to its name
Green Lane living up to its name
St Nicholas Hinxworth
St Nicholas Hinxworth
St Nicholas Hinxworth View from footpath north of Hinxworth Placec
St Nicholas Hinxworth
View from footpath north of Hinxworth Placec
The Three Horseshoes Hinxworth Pub Website:
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The Three Horseshoes Hinxworth
Pub Website: LinkExternal link
St Nicholas' Churchyard Trees Hawfrost on trees at midday.
St Nicholas' Churchyard Trees
Hawfrost on trees at midday.
Jackdaw Bird nesting inside chimney of The Three Horseshoes.
Jackdaw
Bird nesting inside chimney of The Three Horseshoes.
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James' Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL2340 (Lat: 52.050433, Lng: -0.19564846)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: North Hertfordshire

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.050433,-0.19564846
Hinxworth
Created By: Potlatch 0.10b
Place: village
Wikidata: Q2233534
Lat/Long: 52.049146/-0.1998206
Bus Stop
New Inn Road
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Naptan Indicator: opp
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Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Ashwell Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.0487799/-0.197854
New Inn Road
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021105200
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: New Inn Road
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Unknown
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtgjpam
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: New Inn Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.0486914/-0.197945
Post Box
Fixme: Road seems to be wrong side of PB. Need to go and resurvey
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: SG7 212
Lat/Long: 52.049606/-0.200439
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0489144/-0.1960051
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0490711/-0.1920917
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0491635/-0.1898896
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0489738/-0.1944789
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0488517/-0.197542
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0477565/-0.2009966
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0482415/-0.2017556
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0472534/-0.2002134
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Source: GPS, observation
Lat/Long: 52.0474055/-0.1968044
Pub
The Three Horseshoes
Addr Postcode: SG7 5HQ
Addr Street: High Street
Phone: +44 1462 743335
Website: https://www.thethreehorseshoeshinxworth.com/
Lat/Long: 52.0495155/-0.2003015
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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