Bartram's Wood

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire East Hertfordshire

England

Bartram's Wood

Arches Hall, Standon, Essex The 1980 winner of The Oaks, Bireme, ridden by Willie Carson, trained by Dick Hern and owned by Richard Hollingsworth was still living when I visited in 2001.  At 2:34:33 she was a very fast runner.
Arches Hall, Standon, Essex Credit: Christine Matthews

Bartram's Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is known for its natural beauty and diversity of flora and fauna. The wood is situated in close proximity to the village of Bartram, which lends its name to the woodland.

The wood is primarily composed of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and ash, creating a dense and verdant canopy that provides a habitat for a wide range of wildlife. Walking through the wood, visitors can enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and the soothing sounds of birdsong.

Bartram's Wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers, offering a network of well-marked trails that allow visitors to explore the area. The paths wind through the woodland, meandering past ancient trees and offering glimpses of small streams and ponds.

The wood is not only a haven for wildlife but also offers a variety of plant species, including bluebells, wild garlic, and wood anemones, which create a colorful and vibrant display during the spring months.

Managed by a local conservation group, Bartram's Wood is dedicated to preserving the natural environment and promoting biodiversity. Regular maintenance and conservation efforts ensure that the wood remains a haven for wildlife and a cherished recreational space for visitors.

Overall, Bartram's Wood is a hidden gem in Hertfordshire, offering a serene and enchanting experience for those seeking to immerse themselves in nature's beauty.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.858917/0.042413123 or Grid Reference TL4019. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Arches Hall, Standon, Essex The 1980 winner of The Oaks, Bireme, ridden by Willie Carson, trained by Dick Hern and owned by Richard Hollingsworth was still living when I visited in 2001.  At 2:34:33 she was a very fast runner.
Arches Hall, Standon, Essex
The 1980 winner of The Oaks, Bireme, ridden by Willie Carson, trained by Dick Hern and owned by Richard Hollingsworth was still living when I visited in 2001. At 2:34:33 she was a very fast runner.
Latchford Ford A little used road in the village of Latchford crossing the River Rib.
Latchford Ford
A little used road in the village of Latchford crossing the River Rib.
Latchford: Gated entrance to Arches Hall Arches Hall is visible through the trees to the left.
Latchford: Gated entrance to Arches Hall
Arches Hall is visible through the trees to the left.
Latchford: Former Buntingford branch railway line The branch line from St Margaret's to Buntingford opened in 1863 and closed in 1965. This is the trackbed between the fields to the east of Latchford.
Latchford: Former Buntingford branch railway line
The branch line from St Margaret's to Buntingford opened in 1863 and closed in 1965. This is the trackbed between the fields to the east of Latchford.
The road into Latchford The road into Latchford at the gate to Arches Hall
The road into Latchford
The road into Latchford at the gate to Arches Hall
Road near Arches Hall, Standon Looking south near to the ford.
Road near Arches Hall, Standon
Looking south near to the ford.
Unclassified road near Arches Hall, Standon
Unclassified road near Arches Hall, Standon
River Rib near Latchford Looking east from the bridge adjacent to the ford.
River Rib near Latchford
Looking east from the bridge adjacent to the ford.
Road just south of Ford There is no longer any tarmac on the road as it approaches the ford from the south side, just mud, with these large ruts made by 4x4s.
Road just south of Ford
There is no longer any tarmac on the road as it approaches the ford from the south side, just mud, with these large ruts made by 4x4s.
Hanging Wood Ford, Latchford This ford on the River Rib is found at Hanging Wood, near Latchford.
Hanging Wood Ford, Latchford
This ford on the River Rib is found at Hanging Wood, near Latchford.
Latchford Ford This ford is found on the River Rib at Latchford.
Latchford Ford
This ford is found on the River Rib at Latchford.
Ford near to Plashes Farm Through the River Rib. There is a sign warning that it is not suitable for cars.
Ford near to Plashes Farm
Through the River Rib. There is a sign warning that it is not suitable for cars.
Entrance to Arches Hall
Entrance to Arches Hall
The Lodge, Latchford Dates from late C16/early C17. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-161139-the-lodge-standon-hertfordshire#.VWOZxc9Viko" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-161139-the-lodge-standon-hertfordshire#.VWOZxc9Viko">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> for entry in British Listed Buildings
The Lodge, Latchford
Dates from late C16/early C17. See LinkExternal link for entry in British Listed Buildings
Sign on right of way near Arches Hall Could do with a comma somewhere.
Sign on right of way near Arches Hall
Could do with a comma somewhere.
Cold Christmas Lane at the junction of Barwick Road
Cold Christmas Lane at the junction of Barwick Road
Cold Christmas Lane, Rush Green
Cold Christmas Lane, Rush Green
Barwick Road
Barwick Road
Show me another place!

Bartram's Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL4019 (Lat: 51.858917, Lng: 0.042413123)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: East Hertfordshire

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.858917,0.042413123
Information: guidepost
Note: There is a marker for the bridleway to start crossing the field from here which I have mapped in preference to the other one.
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.8578017/0.0422037
Note: There is a second marker for the bridleway to start crossing the field from here, but I have mapped it using the other one.
Lat/Long: 51.8582234/0.0416193
Inscription: Chaldean Estate - 5
Marker: yes
Lat/Long: 51.856895/0.0434056
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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