Bluehouse Grove

Wood, Forest in Essex

England

Bluehouse Grove

Bluehouse Grove is a picturesque residential area located in Essex, England. Nestled amidst the natural beauty of woodlands and forests, this tranquil neighborhood offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Situated in close proximity to the town of Chigwell, Bluehouse Grove benefits from its convenient location while still maintaining a sense of seclusion and privacy.

The area is characterized by its lush green surroundings and abundant wildlife, making it an ideal choice for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. The local woodlands, such as Epping Forest, provide a perfect setting for leisurely walks, cycling, and picnics. The breathtaking scenery offers a peaceful escape and an opportunity to reconnect with nature.

Bluehouse Grove is an established residential area, boasting an array of beautifully designed houses and apartments. The properties in this area are known for their modern architecture, spacious interiors, and well-maintained gardens. The neighborhood has a strong sense of community and residents are known to take pride in their homes and surroundings.

In terms of amenities, Bluehouse Grove offers easy access to a range of facilities. The nearby town of Chigwell is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and leisure activities, ensuring that residents have everything they need within reach. Additionally, the area benefits from excellent transport links, with multiple bus routes and Chigwell Underground station providing convenient connections to London and other nearby towns.

Overall, Bluehouse Grove is a highly sought-after residential area that offers a harmonious blend of natural beauty, modern living, and convenient amenities. It is an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle surrounded by the enchanting woodlands of Essex.

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Bluehouse Grove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.625181/0.015644664 or Grid Reference TQ3993. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chingford Station

Mark Percy

Bury Wood, Epping Forest (1)

Stephen Richards

Bury Wood, Epping Forest (2)

Stephen Richards

North Chingford Methodist Church

David Howard

Chingford Station

On the London Overground.

Chris Allen

Butler's Retreat, Chingford

A coffee shop on the edge of Epping Forest. Listed Grade II. The building on the extreme left is Queen Elizabeth's Hunting Lodge.

Chris Allen

Queen Elizabeth's Hunting Lodge, Chingford

Now a museum and Listed Grade II*. This is an early 16th century hunting lodge and is also a Scheduled Ancient Monument.

Chris Allen

Public house and hotel

The Royal Forest public house and a Premier Inn are co-located here.

Chris Allen

Pole Hill, Chingford Green

There is a trig point on the left and the obelisk on the right was a sighting point due north of Greenwich observatory. However, following a readjustment of the prime meridian it is now 19' to the east of it. The lower plaque refers to its geographical function and the upper plaque reveals that the land here was once owned by T E Lawrence. This is part of Epping Forest.

Chris Allen

Chingford Masonic Hall

The hall was built in the 1930s and features a banqueting hall which can accommodate up to 120 guests. Link

Mark Percy

Butlers Retreat

This restored barn on the edge of Epping Forest is now a cafe.

Mark Percy

Connaught Water

The construction of this eight-acre ornamental lake started in 1883. It was enlarged in 1893 and the two islands made. Before this transformation, the area consisted of a small swampy pool fed by the drainage from Hill Wood, Fairmead Bottom and Thicket. The aim of the Conservators in the early days was to drain the Forest to improve it for Commoners' cattle and to increase access safely. The new lake was named after the newly appointed first Ranger of the Forest, the Duke of Connaught. The catchment area of Connaught Water is the woodland and plains northwards to High Beach from where the water is concentrated into two streams entering at the NE and NW corners of the lake.

Stephen Dawson

The River Ching

Just about a mile from Chingford I was surprised at how small the river Ching was when I came across it walking section 19 of the London Loop. It is the river that gives Chingford its name.

Claire Ward

Knighton Woods Pond

Man made pond which was part of the Knighton Estate before being incorporated into Epping Forest

Brian Gotts

Lords Bushes Pond

Pond on the old Knightons estate now part of Epping Forest

Brian Gotts

Woodford Green village sign

Essex villages traditionally have village signs; Woodford Green (really a London suburb) recently acquired its own. The Green is part of the ancient Epping Forest and is the oldest village cricket field still in regular use. The sign depicts significant local images; cows grazing on the Green as of long tradition; Sir Winston Churchill, for many years the local MP (his statue shown in TQ3991 is at the far end of the Green); cricket and the church.

John Davies

Potato Pond, Woodford Green

Potato Pond alongside the old A11, Woodford High Road, is so called as it was used to wash potatoes being brought by farmers from East Anglia to the London markets. Behind is the old British Legion hall, now converted to apartments.

John Davies

Knighton Wood in winter

Knighton Wood with the adjacent Lords Bushes forms a small isolated patch of Epping Forest, surrounded by housing. It was enclosed in the nineteenth century from the forest to form the ornamental gardens of Knighton House, the home of the Buxton family, and returned to the Forest in 1930.

John Davies

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Bluehouse Grove is located at Grid Ref: TQ3993 (Lat: 51.625181, Lng: 0.015644664)

Unitary Authority: Waltham Forest

Police Authority: Metropolitan