Woodman's Glade

Wood, Forest in Essex Epping Forest

England

Woodman's Glade

Chingford Station
Chingford Station Credit: Mark Percy

Woodman's Glade, located in Essex, England, is a picturesque and tranquil forested area known for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Covering an expansive area, the glade is nestled within the heart of the county, offering a serene escape from the bustling city life.

The glade is predominantly populated by a variety of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy overhead, providing shade and shelter for the diverse wildlife that calls this woodland home. The forest floor is carpeted with a lush undergrowth of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers, adding a vibrant touch to the landscape.

Woodman's Glade is renowned for its walking trails and nature paths, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the forest's hidden treasures. These well-maintained paths wind through the glade, meandering past babbling brooks, ancient stone walls, and moss-covered rocks, creating a sense of enchantment and wonder.

Wildlife enthusiasts will delight in the numerous species that inhabit the glade. The forest is home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds, filling the air with their melodic tunes. Squirrels can be observed gracefully leaping from tree to tree, while badgers and foxes leave traces of their presence along the forest trails.

Woodman's Glade is a popular destination for nature lovers, offering a peaceful retreat where one can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Whether it be a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the tranquility of the forest, Woodman's Glade provides a serene setting for all to appreciate the wonders of nature.

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Woodman's Glade Images

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Chingford Station
Chingford Station
Bury Wood, Epping Forest (1)
Bury Wood, Epping Forest (1)
Bury Wood, Epping Forest (2)
Bury Wood, Epping Forest (2)
North Chingford Methodist Church
North Chingford Methodist Church
Small woodland by Sewardstone Road
Small woodland by Sewardstone Road
Sewardstone Road, Chingford
Sewardstone Road, Chingford
Small woodland by Baden Drive, Sewardstone
Small woodland by Baden Drive, Sewardstone
Baden Drive, Sewardstone
Baden Drive, Sewardstone
Small woodland by Baden Drive, Sewardstone
Small woodland by Baden Drive, Sewardstone
Looking to Waltham Cross from Lippitts Hill Epping Forest (formerly known as Waltham Forest) is an ancient woodland north-east of London. As a former royal forest dating from the 12th century, it is managed by the City of London Corporation.

The forest is 2,476 hectares in area, comprising woodland, grassland and open heath, forming a 19km long green corridor. 

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Looking to Waltham Cross from Lippitts Hill
Epping Forest (formerly known as Waltham Forest) is an ancient woodland north-east of London. As a former royal forest dating from the 12th century, it is managed by the City of London Corporation. The forest is 2,476 hectares in area, comprising woodland, grassland and open heath, forming a 19km long green corridor. [abstract from Wikipedia article: LinkExternal link ]
Chingford Station On the London Overground.
Chingford Station
On the London Overground.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Public house and hotel The Royal Forest public house and a Premier Inn are co-located here.
Public house and hotel
The Royal Forest public house and a Premier Inn are co-located here.
The Owl public house, Loughton Visited during a walk in Epping Forest. A nice setting and fine inside but not the most architecturally distinguished building.
The Owl public house, Loughton
Visited during a walk in Epping Forest. A nice setting and fine inside but not the most architecturally distinguished building.
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.
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.
Chingford Masonic Hall The hall was built in the 1930s and features a banqueting hall which can accommodate up to 120 guests.

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Chingford Masonic Hall
The hall was built in the 1930s and features a banqueting hall which can accommodate up to 120 guests. LinkExternal link
Butlers Retreat This restored barn on the edge of Epping Forest is now a cafe.
Butlers Retreat
This restored barn on the edge of Epping Forest is now a cafe.
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Woodman's Glade is located at Grid Ref: TQ3995 (Lat: 51.643343, Lng: 0.017375117)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Epping Forest

Police Authority: Essex

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Nearby Amenities

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Post Box
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Operator: Royal Mail
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Woodman's Glade
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Ludgate Plain
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Cuckoo Pits
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Peartree Plain
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Bury Wood
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Give Way
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