Reservoir Wood

Wood, Forest in Essex

England

Reservoir Wood

The Temple. Wanstead Park The Temple was built around 1760 as a garden house on the estate surrounding Wanstead House. — The Temple. Wanstead Park Credit: Brian Gotts

Reservoir Wood is a picturesque forest located in Essex, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike. The wood is part of the larger Reservoir Forest, which is known for its diverse wildlife and stunning natural beauty.

The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of tall trees, providing a cool and shaded environment for visitors. The dominant tree species found here include oak, beech, and ash, creating a rich and varied habitat for numerous animal species. The forest floor is carpeted with an array of wildflowers, adding a splash of color to the surroundings.

One of the key attractions of Reservoir Wood is its reservoir, which is nestled within the forest. The reservoir not only adds to the scenic beauty of the wood but also serves as a vital water source for the surrounding areas. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks along the reservoir's edge, taking in the tranquil ambiance and perhaps catching a glimpse of waterfowl or other aquatic creatures.

Reservoir Wood offers a range of recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. There are several well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, providing opportunities for leisurely strolls and more challenging hikes. Birdwatching is also a popular pastime here, with a variety of bird species calling the wood home.

Overall, Reservoir Wood in Essex is a natural haven that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you are seeking solitude, adventure, or simply a chance to connect with nature, this beautiful forest has something to offer for everyone.

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Reservoir Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.56631/0.026906193 or Grid Reference TQ4087. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Temple. Wanstead Park

The Temple was built around 1760 as a garden house on the estate surrounding Wanstead House.

Brian Gotts

Keepers Lodge, Bushwood

Built in 1881 as accommodation for Forest Keepers employed in Epping Forest

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The Temple Wanstead Park

A garden house built in the 1760's by the owner of Wanstead House.

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The Grotto, Wanstead park

Built in the 1760's during the refurbishment of the gardens the Grotto was a boathouse with a facade of a grotto with a room above the boat dock decorated with coloured glass and flourespar set in the walls and ceilings. There were candles set in alcoves with mirrors set behind to reflect the light and the floor was set with geometric patterns of coloured pebbles. there were two fires in the early 1900's which turned the building into an attractive ruin.

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Dawn at Wanstead Flats

Wanstead Flats which in the 18c was called Wanstead Heath was drained and levelled at the beginning of the 20c to provide 60 football pitches for local teams. Fortunately an equivalent area was allowed to grow wild and is now a valuable breeding site for skylarks.

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City of London Cemetery Gates

The gates to the cemetery have just be cleaned and refurbished. The cemetery was opened in 1856 on the site of the former Aldersbrook Farm to provide burial space needed as the cemeteries in the City of London were almost full. The cemetery has seven other listed buildings inside the gates

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George Green, Wanstead, London E11

This was the scene of sit-ins and violent protest during the construction of the A12(M) link road connecting M11 with central London. The new road passes under the green in a cut-and-cover tunnel. The old log on the left marks the site of a huge ancient oak tree which was felled during construction. The view is looking north to The George public house (centre) and Wanstead tube station (right)

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Woodbine Place, Wanstead, E11

Buses resting at Woodbine Place. Don't suppose the name derives from the drivers' habit of having a smoke between trips!

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The Eagle, Snaresbrook, London E11

A landmark for generations on the old A11 at Snaresbrook, The Eagle now styles itself as Toby Tavern. No-one is fooled and everybody still calls it by its right and proper name. The pub dates from the 18th century when it was a staging post for travellers between London and Newmarket.

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Snaresbrook Station, London E11

Opened in 1856 by the Eastern Counties Railway, Snaresbrook station is on the Epping branch which was converted to become the underground Central Line in 1947.

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No red bridge at Redbridge

Redbridge roundabout looking east. The original red bridge spanned the Roding a short distance to our left. The flyover carries the M11 north and the A406 south towards a possible future Thames river crossing. Redbridge tube station is centre-right. This stretch of the Central Line opened in 1947; the tunnels had been constructed before the war and were used as a munitions assembly plant during the war.

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Wanstead Park station

Wanstead Park station and railway arches on the little-used Gospel Oak to Barking line. Occasionally a two-car dmu putters through, but not very predictably.

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No longer God's Home

This 1921 non-conformist chapel standing at the entrance to Manor Park Cemetery has been converted into a modern home.

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City of London Cemetery

Chapel in the City of London Cemetery, Manor Park, E12

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Dusk on the Four-O-Six

Dusk falls as traffic thunders under the footbridge to Wanstead Park along the A406, formerly known as 'The South Woodford to Barking Relief Road', now part of the North Circular Road.

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Resting place of a boy hero

16 year old John Cornwell was killed at the Battle of Jutland and was awarded a posthumous Victoria Cross. His grave is in Manor Park Cemetery, London E12

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