Four Acre Wood

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire East Hertfordshire

England

Four Acre Wood

Holy Trinity Church, Throcking The Church has an unusual tower which was rebuilt in 1660. Local legend has it that the original was damaged by Cromwell's Artillery. English Heritage has given £78,000 to repair the leaking roof and the collapsing floors of the tower.
Holy Trinity Church, Throcking Credit: Melvyn Cousins

Four Acre Wood is a charming woodland located in Hertfordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately four acres, this tranquil forest is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life.

The wood is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife lovers. The dense vegetation consists of a mixture of deciduous and evergreen trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees create a lush canopy which provides shade and shelter to numerous species of birds, squirrels, and small mammals.

Walking trails crisscross the forest, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting beauty at their own pace. The well-maintained paths are surrounded by wildflowers and ferns, creating a picturesque scene throughout the year. It is advised to wear appropriate footwear, as the forest floor can be uneven in certain areas.

Four Acre Wood is also rich in history and has served as an important resource for the local community for centuries. In the past, the wood was used for timber and firewood, contributing to the region's economic growth. Today, it is carefully managed to ensure the preservation of its natural ecosystem.

Visitors can enjoy a peaceful picnic in designated areas or simply find a spot to relax and take in the tranquil atmosphere. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the variety of species that can be spotted in the wood, including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers.

Overall, Four Acre Wood offers a delightful escape into nature's embrace, providing visitors with a serene setting to unwind and appreciate the beauty of the Hertfordshire countryside.

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Holy Trinity Church, Throcking The Church has an unusual tower which was rebuilt in 1660. Local legend has it that the original was damaged by Cromwell's Artillery. English Heritage has given £78,000 to repair the leaking roof and the collapsing floors of the tower.
Holy Trinity Church, Throcking
The Church has an unusual tower which was rebuilt in 1660. Local legend has it that the original was damaged by Cromwell's Artillery. English Heritage has given £78,000 to repair the leaking roof and the collapsing floors of the tower.
Farmland near Buntingford A footpath to Park Farm Industrial Estate and Buntingford can be seen cutting diagonally across the fields in the photo.  A Burdock stands out in the foreground.  The flower heads distribute the seed by sticking to passing animals - great fun to throw at your friends clothes when you're a child.
Farmland near Buntingford
A footpath to Park Farm Industrial Estate and Buntingford can be seen cutting diagonally across the fields in the photo. A Burdock stands out in the foreground. The flower heads distribute the seed by sticking to passing animals - great fun to throw at your friends clothes when you're a child.
Harvesting Combine harvester trundles across a field mowing the wheat on a Sunday evening.  In the foreground is a bale of straw.
Harvesting
Combine harvester trundles across a field mowing the wheat on a Sunday evening. In the foreground is a bale of straw.
Safely Gathered In Even straw has a value.  After the wheat has gone to make bread the straw is kept to feed animals over the winter.  In the barn there are large cylindrical bales and traditional rectangular bales.  The reason for both types of baling is to meet the needs of different customers.  A small stable run by a single person will only be able to handle small rectangular bales.
Safely Gathered In
Even straw has a value. After the wheat has gone to make bread the straw is kept to feed animals over the winter. In the barn there are large cylindrical bales and traditional rectangular bales. The reason for both types of baling is to meet the needs of different customers. A small stable run by a single person will only be able to handle small rectangular bales.
'The Countryman' inn, Chipping, Herts. The road in the picture is the A.10, once the Roman road called Ermine Street.
'The Countryman' inn, Chipping, Herts.
The road in the picture is the A.10, once the Roman road called Ermine Street.
Bush Wood The lane leads to Hyde Hall Farm.
Bush Wood
The lane leads to Hyde Hall Farm.
Holy Trinity, Throcking, Herts
Holy Trinity, Throcking, Herts
New chicken sheds at Lye End Farm
New chicken sheds at Lye End Farm
View towards Ellen Green
View towards Ellen Green
Borage crop at Mill Hill, Chipping
Borage crop at Mill Hill, Chipping
View of the village from Chipping Hill
View of the village from Chipping Hill
Pylons and bridleway, Brown's Corner, Wyddial
Pylons and bridleway, Brown's Corner, Wyddial
Chipping: Ermine Street This was originally the route of the Roman road that connected London with Lincoln and York. In modern times it became the A10, but since the construction of the Buntingford bypass this section is now declassified. The brick walls to the sides are the parapets of the bridge taking the road over the River Rib.
Chipping: Ermine Street
This was originally the route of the Roman road that connected London with Lincoln and York. In modern times it became the A10, but since the construction of the Buntingford bypass this section is now declassified. The brick walls to the sides are the parapets of the bridge taking the road over the River Rib.
A view of Corney Bury Farm from Ermine Street
A view of Corney Bury Farm from Ermine Street
Hazards of harvest time A high load of straw had left a lot of straw behind and had brought down a few tree limbs, as this one here.
Hazards of harvest time
A high load of straw had left a lot of straw behind and had brought down a few tree limbs, as this one here.
Approaching Baldock Road in Cottered
Approaching Baldock Road in Cottered
The road from Throcking to Baldock Road
The road from Throcking to Baldock Road
Footbridge over the A10 The A10 runs 161 miles from London to King's Lynn. via Cambridge and Ely. 
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Footbridge over the A10
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Four Acre Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL3431 (Lat: 51.964299, Lng: -0.041361951)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: East Hertfordshire

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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