Balls Wood

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire East Hertfordshire

England

Balls Wood

Hailey Lane, along the south side of Haileybury College
Hailey Lane, along the south side of Haileybury College Credit: Christopher Hilton

Balls Wood is a charming woodland located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 150 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life.

The wood is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, including oak, birch, and beech, which create a vibrant and colorful canopy during the autumn months. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, adding to the natural beauty of the surroundings.

Tranquil walking trails meander through Balls Wood, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its diverse flora and fauna. The wood is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a plethora of bird species. Nature enthusiasts often bring their binoculars to catch a glimpse of the many species that call the wood their home.

Balls Wood also boasts a rich history, with archaeological evidence suggesting human presence dating back to the Bronze Age. The wood has been managed and preserved for centuries, ensuring its natural beauty and historical importance are maintained.

Visitors to Balls Wood can enjoy a picnic in one of the designated areas or simply relax and soak in the peaceful atmosphere. The wood is easily accessible, with ample parking available nearby.

Overall, Balls Wood is a hidden gem in Hertfordshire, offering a tranquil escape into nature and a chance to immerse oneself in the beauty of the woodland environment.

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Hailey Lane, along the south side of Haileybury College
Hailey Lane, along the south side of Haileybury College
London Road, Hertford Heath
London Road, Hertford Heath
The College Arms, Hertford Heath
The College Arms, Hertford Heath
The College Arms, Hertford Heath
The College Arms, Hertford Heath
Haileybury College at Hertford Heath Photograph taken looking north across Sports field to the main school buildings originally built as a classical academic quadrangle.
Haileybury College at Hertford Heath
Photograph taken looking north across Sports field to the main school buildings originally built as a classical academic quadrangle.
Brickendon Lane, Hertford, looking north Brickendon Lane looking north from Thrift Cottages
Brickendon Lane, Hertford, looking north
Brickendon Lane looking north from Thrift Cottages
Highfield Farm The farm has 15 houses that are under constructed on their ground, but have retained this lovely clock tower
Highfield Farm
The farm has 15 houses that are under constructed on their ground, but have retained this lovely clock tower
The Huntsman, Goose Green The pub was known as the Green Man years ago.
The Huntsman, Goose Green
The pub was known as the Green Man years ago.
The Townshend Arms, Hertford Heath One of 4 pubs in the small village of Hertford Heath
The Townshend Arms, Hertford Heath
One of 4 pubs in the small village of Hertford Heath
Holy Trinity Church, Hertford Heath The Church overlooks the village green, where for several years, on the first Sunday of each month, at midday, owners of classic cars meet around, to show off their cars.
Holy Trinity Church, Hertford Heath
The Church overlooks the village green, where for several years, on the first Sunday of each month, at midday, owners of classic cars meet around, to show off their cars.
Ermine Street This is The Old Roman Ermine Street, or the remains of it. It was built in the 1st Century A.D.to connect London to York, covering 200 miles.
Ermine Street
This is The Old Roman Ermine Street, or the remains of it. It was built in the 1st Century A.D.to connect London to York, covering 200 miles.
Buildings at Haileybury College Bradby Hall to the right and the sixth form centre and other buildings to the left. School website to be found at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.haileybury.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.haileybury.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>
Buildings at Haileybury College
Bradby Hall to the right and the sixth form centre and other buildings to the left. School website to be found at LinkExternal link
Dalmonds Barns These farm barns on the outskirts of Hertford, have now been converted into holiday cottages.
Dalmonds Barns
These farm barns on the outskirts of Hertford, have now been converted into holiday cottages.
Balls Park The mansion was built in 1640. It became a teachers training college from 1947 until 1979 and then a business school until 2003. The building and grounds have been used for the television series Foyle's War in 2004 and the BBC production of Bleak House in 2006.
Balls Park
The mansion was built in 1640. It became a teachers training college from 1947 until 1979 and then a business school until 2003. The building and grounds have been used for the television series Foyle's War in 2004 and the BBC production of Bleak House in 2006.
Subway under the A414 When the road was built it cut across the fields of Foxholes Farm and so the tunnel was constructed. It is a public footpath.
Subway under the A414
When the road was built it cut across the fields of Foxholes Farm and so the tunnel was constructed. It is a public footpath.
Field near Swallow Grove Farm Grass for haylage crop.
Field near Swallow Grove Farm
Grass for haylage crop.
Footpaths The farm in the distance is Freedom Farm, and the parish name is Brickendon Liberty; I spot a theme here! However, you musn't cycle on the footpath. Why would you want to given the lane hard by?
Footpaths
The farm in the distance is Freedom Farm, and the parish name is Brickendon Liberty; I spot a theme here! However, you musn't cycle on the footpath. Why would you want to given the lane hard by?
Monks Wood Viewed from Monks Green Lane.
Monks Wood
Viewed from Monks Green Lane.
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Balls Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL3410 (Lat: 51.777064, Lng: -0.052669724)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: East Hertfordshire

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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