Beech Grove

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire Broxbourne

England

Beech Grove

Broxbourne Wood interior
Broxbourne Wood interior Credit: Roger Jones

Beech Grove is a picturesque woodland located in Hertfordshire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, this beautiful forest covers an expansive area and is known for its dense population of beech trees, giving it its distinctive name. The grove is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The woodland boasts a rich biodiversity, with a variety of flora and fauna calling it home. The beech trees, with their tall and elegant stature, dominate the landscape and provide a canopy of shade and tranquility. The forest floor is covered in a lush carpet of wildflowers and ferns, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the grove.

Visitors to Beech Grove can enjoy a range of activities, from leisurely walks along the well-maintained trails to birdwatching and wildlife spotting. The forest is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including deer, foxes, squirrels, and various bird species. Nature enthusiasts can observe these creatures in their natural habitat or capture stunning photographs of the forest's beauty.

The grove also offers several picnic areas and benches, providing the perfect spot for visitors to relax and enjoy a meal amidst the tranquil surroundings. Additionally, there are designated areas for camping and barbecues, allowing visitors to extend their stay and immerse themselves in the peaceful ambiance of the woods.

Overall, Beech Grove in Hertfordshire is a true gem for nature lovers, offering a serene escape into a world of natural beauty and tranquility.

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Beech Grove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.732654/-0.058836965 or Grid Reference TL3405. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Broxbourne Wood interior
Broxbourne Wood interior
Path in Broxbourne Wood
Path in Broxbourne Wood
Broadwalk in Broxbourne Wood
Broadwalk in Broxbourne Wood
Stream in Wormley Wood, Broxbourne Woods National Nature Reserve Wormley Wood is part of the Broxbourne Woods National Nature Reserve.

See Woodland Trust website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/visiting-woods/woods/wormley-wood-nut-wood/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/visiting-woods/woods/wormley-wood-nut-wood/">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> -

"One of only two areas of oak-hornbeam forest in the UK, Wormley Wood & Nut Wood are of European importance and are both listed as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC).

Wormley Wood is largely ancient woodland which has been coppiced from the medieval period."
Stream in Wormley Wood, Broxbourne Woods National Nature Reserve
Wormley Wood is part of the Broxbourne Woods National Nature Reserve. See Woodland Trust website: LinkExternal link - "One of only two areas of oak-hornbeam forest in the UK, Wormley Wood & Nut Wood are of European importance and are both listed as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Wormley Wood is largely ancient woodland which has been coppiced from the medieval period."
Path in  Wormley Wood, Broxbourne Woods National Nature Reserve Wormley Wood is part of the Broxbourne Woods National Nature Reserve.

See Woodland Trust website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/visiting-woods/woods/wormley-wood-nut-wood/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/visiting-woods/woods/wormley-wood-nut-wood/">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> -

"One of only two areas of oak-hornbeam forest in the UK, Wormley Wood & Nut Wood are of European importance and are both listed as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC).

Wormley Wood is largely ancient woodland which has been coppiced from the medieval period."
Path in Wormley Wood, Broxbourne Woods National Nature Reserve
Wormley Wood is part of the Broxbourne Woods National Nature Reserve. See Woodland Trust website: LinkExternal link - "One of only two areas of oak-hornbeam forest in the UK, Wormley Wood & Nut Wood are of European importance and are both listed as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Wormley Wood is largely ancient woodland which has been coppiced from the medieval period."
Dig Dag Hill, Cheshunt
Dig Dag Hill, Cheshunt
Path from Adamsfield to Longfield Lane, Cheshunt Passing the end of one of the several branches of Smarts Green.
Path from Adamsfield to Longfield Lane, Cheshunt
Passing the end of one of the several branches of Smarts Green.
Looking across Adamsfield to Springwood, Cheshunt
Looking across Adamsfield to Springwood, Cheshunt
Adamsfield, Cheshunt A distributor road in this housing development, with all houses on side roads.
Adamsfield, Cheshunt
A distributor road in this housing development, with all houses on side roads.
Bencroft, Cheshunt A turning off Adamsfield.
Bencroft, Cheshunt
A turning off Adamsfield.
Path along Adamsfield, Cheshunt Adamsfield is a distributor road in this housing development, with all houses on side roads.
Path along Adamsfield, Cheshunt
Adamsfield is a distributor road in this housing development, with all houses on side roads.
Adamsfield, Cheshunt A distributor road in this housing development, with all houses on side roads.
Adamsfield, Cheshunt
A distributor road in this housing development, with all houses on side roads.
Wormley Playing Fields Photograph shows all weather courts used mainly for netball with the cricket ground in the background
Wormley Playing Fields
Photograph shows all weather courts used mainly for netball with the cricket ground in the background
Coleridge Close, Peakes Lane, Cheshunt Coleridge Close, off Peakes Lane, Cheshunt
Coleridge Close, Peakes Lane, Cheshunt
Coleridge Close, off Peakes Lane, Cheshunt
Peakes Lane, Cheshunt Peakes Lane, Cheshunt, looking south-west
Peakes Lane, Cheshunt
Peakes Lane, Cheshunt, looking south-west
Junction of The Laurels with Hammond Street Junction of The Laurels with Hammond Street, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire
Junction of The Laurels with Hammond Street
Junction of The Laurels with Hammond Street, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire
The Laurels, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire The Laurels, looking south-west
The Laurels, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire
The Laurels, looking south-west
Wildlife in the woods Behind fence is a miniature railway line from Paradise Wildlife Park <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.pwpark.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.pwpark.com/">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>
Wildlife in the woods
Behind fence is a miniature railway line from Paradise Wildlife Park LinkExternal link
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Beech Grove is located at Grid Ref: TL3405 (Lat: 51.732654, Lng: -0.058836965)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: Broxbourne

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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