Buff Wood

Wood, Forest in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Buff Wood

East Hatley, St Denys <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/easthatley.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/easthatley.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
East Hatley, St Denys Credit: mym

Buff Wood is a small but picturesque forest located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. Spread across an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The wood is situated in close proximity to the village of Buff, hence the name.

The wood is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter to the wildlife within. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the beauty of the surroundings.

A network of well-maintained footpaths and trails crisscrosses the wood, allowing visitors to explore its various nooks and crannies. These paths lead to several secluded clearings and ponds, offering tranquil spots for picnicking or simply enjoying the peaceful ambiance of the forest.

Buff Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including numerous bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. The forest also provides a habitat for small mammals like squirrels, rabbits, and foxes. On occasion, lucky visitors may even spot deer grazing in the more secluded areas of the wood.

The wood is managed by the local conservation trust, ensuring its preservation and protection for future generations. Regular maintenance activities, such as tree thinning and invasive species control, are carried out to maintain the ecological balance of the forest.

Overall, Buff Wood offers a serene and natural retreat, where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of the woodland and experience the tranquility of nature.

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Buff Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.13692/-0.12853233 or Grid Reference TL2850. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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East Hatley, St Denys
Hatley St George, St George <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/hatleygeorge.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/hatleygeorge.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Hatley St George, St George
Church Porch of St Denis, East Hatley <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.hatley.info/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.hatley.info/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> :
"A feature of the Hatleys is that the more important buildings were once surrounded by moats. These can still be seen, especially in East Hatley. St. Denis church retains its moat and other moats can be seen from the road near Manor Barn and The Palace."
Church Porch of St Denis, East Hatley
LinkExternal link : "A feature of the Hatleys is that the more important buildings were once surrounded by moats. These can still be seen, especially in East Hatley. St. Denis church retains its moat and other moats can be seen from the road near Manor Barn and The Palace."
Buff Wood, East Hatley One of the earliest woodland nature reserves was Buff Wood (East Hatley), selected by the late Humphrey Gilbert-Carter in 1946 for purchase by Cambridge University.
Buff Wood, East Hatley
One of the earliest woodland nature reserves was Buff Wood (East Hatley), selected by the late Humphrey Gilbert-Carter in 1946 for purchase by Cambridge University.
Farmland Looking across farmland to Cockayne Hatley Wood
Farmland
Looking across farmland to Cockayne Hatley Wood
Possibly a gate house to Hatley Park
Possibly a gate house to Hatley Park
Holbein's Farm
Holbein's Farm
Footpath to East Hatley
Footpath to East Hatley
Buff Wood SSSI A long-standing woodland listed as a representative of wet ash-maple and pedunculate oak-hazel/ash woodland, with typical ancient woodland plants. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.english-nature.org.uk/citation/citation_photo/1000205.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.english-nature.org.uk/citation/citation_photo/1000205.pdf">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Buff Wood SSSI
A long-standing woodland listed as a representative of wet ash-maple and pedunculate oak-hazel/ash woodland, with typical ancient woodland plants. LinkExternal link
Disk harrow parked in field
Disk harrow parked in field
The Green and Winding Road
The Green and Winding Road
Bar Lane Looking south-east across farmland from Bar Lane, Hatley St George.
Bar Lane
Looking south-east across farmland from Bar Lane, Hatley St George.
St George's Tower Converted water tower retained as a feature in the new business park to which it gives its name.
St George's Tower
Converted water tower retained as a feature in the new business park to which it gives its name.
St George's Church The body of the church is Perpendicular, but the chancel was rebuilt in 1875, when the whole church was restored.  The chancel, with its short transepts, was disused by 1970 and has since been demolished, the east end now being closed by this plain window and new wall within the original chancel arch of two chamfered orders.

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St George's Church
The body of the church is Perpendicular, but the chancel was rebuilt in 1875, when the whole church was restored. The chancel, with its short transepts, was disused by 1970 and has since been demolished, the east end now being closed by this plain window and new wall within the original chancel arch of two chamfered orders. LinkExternal link
We are not amused! Label stop by the north door of St George's Church.  Traditionally these stops are caricatures of the reigning monarch and current bishop (thanks to Richard Croft for pointing out this custom).  The church was restored in 1875, so this sour-faced queen must be Victoria.
We are not amused!
Label stop by the north door of St George's Church. Traditionally these stops are caricatures of the reigning monarch and current bishop (thanks to Richard Croft for pointing out this custom). The church was restored in 1875, so this sour-faced queen must be Victoria.
Bishop Woodford Label stop by the north door of St George's Church.  Traditionally these stops are caricatures of the reigning monarch and current bishop (thanks to Richard Croft for pointing out this custom).  The church was restored in 1875, so this must be Bishop James Russell Woodford of Ely.
Bishop Woodford
Label stop by the north door of St George's Church. Traditionally these stops are caricatures of the reigning monarch and current bishop (thanks to Richard Croft for pointing out this custom). The church was restored in 1875, so this must be Bishop James Russell Woodford of Ely.
Field and track
Field and track
Open fields
Open fields
Show me another place!

Buff Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL2850 (Lat: 52.13692, Lng: -0.12853233)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.13692,-0.12853233
East Hatley
Created By: Potlatch 0.10b
Place: village
Wikidata: Q21693480
Lat/Long: 52.1372372/-0.1222529
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 52.1367895/-0.1216749
Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: outside Hatley Village Hall
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 52.1410367/-0.1259347
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