Fir Wood

Wood, Forest in Middlesex Hertsmere

England

Fir Wood

Closed shop on High Street, Potters Bar Credit: David Howard

Fir Wood, located in the county of Middlesex, is a picturesque forest that spans over a significant area. Situated in the southeast of England, this woodland is known for its dense coverage of fir trees, which contribute to its name. The forest is easily accessible and located near several towns and villages, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and locals alike.

Fir Wood is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with a variety of plant species thriving in its fertile soil. The towering fir trees dominate the landscape, providing a lush green canopy that offers shade during the summer months. This woodland is also home to various other tree species such as oak, beech, and birch, adding to its natural beauty and biodiversity.

The forest holds great historical significance, with evidence of human habitation dating back centuries. Remnants of ancient settlements, including tools and pottery, have been found in the surrounding areas, highlighting the rich history of Fir Wood and its importance to past civilizations. Today, the woodland serves as a recreational area for walking, hiking, and cycling, with well-maintained trails winding through the forest.

Wildlife enthusiasts can spot a plethora of animal species in Fir Wood, including deer, foxes, squirrels, and a wide array of birdlife. Birdwatchers often flock to the area to observe species such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds in their natural habitat.

Overall, Fir Wood in Middlesex is a captivating forest that offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life. Its natural beauty, rich history, and abundant wildlife make it an ideal destination for those seeking solace in nature.

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Fir Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.680285/-0.17623407 or Grid Reference TQ2699. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Closed shop on High Street, Potters Bar

David Howard

About to join the M25 from the A111

Rob Purvis

Potters Bar bus garage

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Potty's car park on Barnet Road, Potters Bar

Potty's is on the corner of the road and is a pancake house.

David Howard

Potters Bar - Eunice & Franklin topple scaffolding

On Friday (18/2/22) as Storm Eunice swept across the UK, this upper section of Potters Bar High Street was closed as a large construction of scaffolding was teetering, and some had already fallen along (I believe) with part of the building's roof. I don't know if the road was later re-opened, but in the small hours of Monday (21/2/22) Storm Franklin went one better - bringing down a whole section of the scaffolding and spraying it across the High Street into Oakmere Park on the opposite side of the road. Needless to say, the road is definitely closed again and I would think it will remain that way for quite some time.

Rob Farrow

The entrance to Potters Bar FC

This was the closest I could see to an actual entrance. There were no signs or clues otherwise besides the one opposite.

David Howard

Potters Bar FC car park

The entrance to the stadium to the right of the block is a well kept secret.

David Howard

The entrance to Potters Bar FC

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The Walks, Potters Bar

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The Walks, Potters Bar

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Parkfield Medical Centre, Potters Bar

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Houses on Strafford Gate

Philip Jeffrey

M25 near to Potters Bar

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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M25 at Junction 24 (Potters Bar)

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Flats on Mutton Lane, Potters Bar

This is an odd looking building to say the least. The architecture seems to nod to the style of the semi-detached houses nearby but two new storeys have recently been added with four new apartments, making ten in all. This has obviously involved major construction work which the developers presumably considered worthwhile.

Stephen McKay