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Upwick Wood

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire East Hertfordshire

England

Upwick Wood

Building new section of the A120 This will bypass Little Hadham. The original section of the A120 follows a Roman road.
Building new section of the A120 Credit: Bikeboy

Upwick Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Hertfordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 45 acres, it is nestled in the heart of the county, just a few miles away from the town of Hertford. The wood is situated on gently sloping terrain, creating a charming landscape that attracts nature enthusiasts, walkers, and photographers alike.

The wood is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which provide a rich canopy during the summer months. In the spring, the forest floor comes alive with a vibrant display of bluebells, creating a stunning carpet of color. Additionally, the wood is home to a variety of wildlife, including squirrels, deer, and a diverse range of bird species, making it a haven for nature lovers.

There are well-maintained footpaths throughout Upwick Wood, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These paths wind their way through the trees, leading to secluded clearings and peaceful spots, perfect for picnics or simply enjoying the tranquility of the surroundings.

Managed by a local conservation trust, Upwick Wood is dedicated to preserving its natural beauty and biodiversity. The trust actively encourages responsible use of the wood, promoting environmental education and organizing guided walks and events to raise awareness about the importance of conservation.

Upwick Wood truly offers a serene and enchanting escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its combination of stunning scenery, diverse flora and fauna, and well-maintained paths make it a popular destination for nature lovers and a treasured asset to the local community.

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Upwick Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.899713/0.102741 or Grid Reference TL4424. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Building new section of the A120 This will bypass Little Hadham. The original section of the A120 follows a Roman road.
Building new section of the A120
This will bypass Little Hadham. The original section of the A120 follows a Roman road.
Building new section of the A120, looking east This will bypass Little Hadham. The original section of the A120 follows a Roman road.
Building new section of the A120, looking east
This will bypass Little Hadham. The original section of the A120 follows a Roman road.
Patmore Heath Patmore Heath is an example of grass heathland, now a scarce habitat in the south east of England. The heath is an SSSI, managed by The Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust, and covers about 9 hectares. There are several ponds, the southernmost of which is viewed here. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.wildlifetrust.org.uk/herts/reserves/patmore%20heath.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.wildlifetrust.org.uk/herts/reserves/patmore%20heath.htm">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 further information.
Patmore Heath
Patmore Heath is an example of grass heathland, now a scarce habitat in the south east of England. The heath is an SSSI, managed by The Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust, and covers about 9 hectares. There are several ponds, the southernmost of which is viewed here. LinkExternal link for further information.
River Ash near Gravesend Gravesend, Hertfordshire, that is! Viewed looking northwards and upstream, the river channel is dry for most of the year, water only being present when groundwater reaches the surface in the winter, or in flash floods.
River Ash near Gravesend
Gravesend, Hertfordshire, that is! Viewed looking northwards and upstream, the river channel is dry for most of the year, water only being present when groundwater reaches the surface in the winter, or in flash floods.
Albury The finest village football pitch complete with dugouts for the management, railings to keep the spectators in order, and there is a pavilion, not in the photo, too. The tower of the 13th Century Church of St. Mary The Virgin is visible above the trees. The very informative and active village website can be found here <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.alburyvillage.org.uk/index.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.alburyvillage.org.uk/index.htm">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>
Albury
The finest village football pitch complete with dugouts for the management, railings to keep the spectators in order, and there is a pavilion, not in the photo, too. The tower of the 13th Century Church of St. Mary The Virgin is visible above the trees. The very informative and active village website can be found here LinkExternal link
Clapgate Clapgate village viewed looking northwards towards the crossroads. This is an inadvertent near-repeat of an old photo on the Albury Village website, <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.alburyvillage.org.uk/images/Clapgate%20crossroads%20looking%20North.jpg" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.alburyvillage.org.uk/images/Clapgate%20crossroads%20looking%20North.jpg">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> with the building on the right showing in both.
Clapgate
Clapgate village viewed looking northwards towards the crossroads. This is an inadvertent near-repeat of an old photo on the Albury Village website, LinkExternal link with the building on the right showing in both.
River Ash valley, Little Hadham Viewed looking north eastwards over arable farmland, this is the valley about 1 kilometre north of Little Hadham.
River Ash valley, Little Hadham
Viewed looking north eastwards over arable farmland, this is the valley about 1 kilometre north of Little Hadham.
Little Hadham crossroads, Herts. This view shows where the road from Much Hadham meets the busy A.120.
Little Hadham crossroads, Herts.
This view shows where the road from Much Hadham meets the busy A.120.
Patmore Hall farm buildings Viewed from the Harcamlow Way at Bogs Wood
Patmore Hall farm buildings
Viewed from the Harcamlow Way at Bogs Wood
Bogs Wood The Harcamlow Way at the eastern end of the wood
Bogs Wood
The Harcamlow Way at the eastern end of the wood
Upwick Farm House The house is about 50m from where the Harcamlow Way meets the road in the village of Upwick
Upwick Farm House
The house is about 50m from where the Harcamlow Way meets the road in the village of Upwick
Pillar Box Cottage This cottage is 50m from the Harcamlow Way where it enters the tiny village of Upwick Green
Pillar Box Cottage
This cottage is 50m from the Harcamlow Way where it enters the tiny village of Upwick Green
The Common The Common is a 1.5 km almost dead straight path leading from near Upwick Green to Thrimley Lane
The Common
The Common is a 1.5 km almost dead straight path leading from near Upwick Green to Thrimley Lane
Wood adjoining The Common Halfway along the length of The Common, there is this long, very narrow wood at right angles. Very distinctive
Wood adjoining The Common
Halfway along the length of The Common, there is this long, very narrow wood at right angles. Very distinctive
The wood adjoining The Common Looking west along The Common at the long, very narrow wood which is at right angles to the north
The wood adjoining The Common
Looking west along The Common at the long, very narrow wood which is at right angles to the north
Power lines These power lines cross The Common <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TL457246">TL457246</a> at GR TL45242456
Power lines
These power lines cross The Common TL457246 at GR TL45242456
Footpath signpost Well-faded signs at the junction of The Common with Thrimley Lane which runs from Farnham to Bishop's Stortford.
Footpath signpost
Well-faded signs at the junction of The Common with Thrimley Lane which runs from Farnham to Bishop's Stortford.
Footpath signpost Old concrete signposts with straw bales where Thrimley Lane crosses the minor road from Upwick Green to Level's Green
Footpath signpost
Old concrete signposts with straw bales where Thrimley Lane crosses the minor road from Upwick Green to Level's Green
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Upwick Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL4424 (Lat: 51.899713, Lng: 0.102741)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: East Hertfordshire

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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