Parish Wood

Wood, Forest in Kent

England

Parish Wood

Parish Wood, located in Kent, England, is a picturesque forest known for its natural beauty and peaceful ambiance. Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, this enchanting woodland is a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

The wood is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy that filters sunlight and provides a sheltered environment for a diverse range of flora and fauna. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of vibrant wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the area's charm.

Parish Wood is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its tranquil surroundings at their own pace. These paths wind through the woods, meandering alongside babbling brooks and small ponds, enhancing the serene atmosphere. The sound of bird songs and rustling leaves create a symphony of nature that further immerses visitors in their surroundings.

The forest is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a multitude of bird species. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, owls, and warblers among the treetops, while lucky visitors might catch a glimpse of a shy badger or hedgehog darting through the underbrush.

Parish Wood is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as nature photography, picnics, and family outings. It offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, providing a sanctuary where visitors can reconnect with nature and enjoy the simple pleasures of the countryside.

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Parish Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.447972/0.090079696 or Grid Reference TQ4574. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wyncham Avenue October 1987

In the great storm of October 1987 trees fell across southern England at an average rate of 600 trees a second for seven hours on end. The leafy suburbs of Sidcup were not immune and this was the scene soon after as the clear-up began.

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Rochester Way, junction with Welling Way

This stretch of road was one long rush hour traffic jam twice a day until the Rochester Way Relief Road was opened in the 1980s. This road junction is at the southern edge of Oxleas Woods, and ancient woodland that's been saved from the road builders by dedicated campaigners.

David Hatch

Footscray Road, SE9

You don't often see these old signposts nowadays - well, certainly not in London. The Charlton Athletic Training Ground is in the fields on the other side of the road.

David Hatch

Eltham Park South

A fine public open space on the southern side of Rochester Way

David Hatch

Trees and crocuses in Avery Hill Park, Eltham, Kent

This large attractive park is enjoyed by students at Avery Hill College, which stands in the park.

Dr Neil Clifton

Football changing rooms, Charterhouse Sports club, Eltham, Kent

This functional building has obviously been the subject of attention by sad yobs who have nothing better to do.

Dr Neil Clifton

Railway overbridge, Sidcup, Kent

Originally this bridge, which adjoins Sidcup station, was so low that it could only be passed by single-deck buses. But following World War 2, the roadway was lowered to allow the passage of double-deckers, as seen here on the long Route 229 to Thamesmead Town Centre.

Dr Neil Clifton

Burnt Oak Primary School, Sidcup, Kent

Opened 1903 and built in the substantial style of the Edwardian period.

Dr Neil Clifton

Danson Junior School, Danson Lane, Welling, Kent

On the North side of Danson Lane. Bexley Grammar School stands opposite, behind the photographer, and down the lane to the right is Danson Park.

Dr Neil Clifton

A2 Flyover over Westwood Lane, Blackfen, Kent

Formerly there was an at-grade junction of Westwood Lane (in which the photographer is standing) with the A2 at this point, but the latter has now been upgraded for fast traffic.

Dr Neil Clifton

Welling Methodist Church

On the south side of the busy Bellegrove Road (A 207).

Dr Neil Clifton

Railway overbridge, Welling, Kent

This bridge carries the Bexleyheath line over the busy A207 (Bellegrove Road). Welling Methodist Church is visible through the bridge on the left.

Dr Neil Clifton

Premier Used Car Centre, Blackfen, Kent

You can buy any make of used car here. Or, even better, you can choose not to buy one, but to use public transport, a bicycle, or walk.

Dr Neil Clifton

Allotment gardens, off Longlands Road, Sidcup, Kent

Behind the photographer is a couple of acres of green field, one of several green spaces within this gridsquare.

Dr Neil Clifton

Avery Hill Park Winter Gardens

Avery Hill Winter Gardens built as a tropical hothouse in the 19th century by Colonel North. Still maintained and full of wonderful plant specimens, now part of the University of Greenwich. All set in beautiful Parkland in Eltham Southeast London.

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Semi-Detached Houses, New Eltham - Sidcup

The housing in this quarter of the square is almost exclusively semi-detached, built in the mid-late 1930s, with a lot of the chalet style buildings fashionable at the time. Some were sold in 1937 for £700 (2007 price un-extended, around £300,000) The road surface (apart from patches) is still the original hard concrete packed with tiny stones and pebbles. Many of these three bedroom semis have been extended.

Roger D Kidd

Semi-Detached Houses, New Eltham - Sidcup

Most of the housing in this quarter of the square was built in the mid-late 1930s, and most is semi-detached, often extended now from 3 to 4 bedrooms. The original very durable concrete (with pebble-chip) road surface remains, patched occasionally. The original grey 1930s heavy paving slabs have been relaid after cable TV installed their pipes and other equipment. The pink ones are post-war replacements for cracked slabs. Parking restrictions and yellow lines appeared in the 1990s.

Roger D Kidd

Semi-Detached Housing, New Eltham - Sidcup

This quarter of the square is almost exclusively made up of 1930s semi-detached housing, around half of it in the fashionable (at the time) chalet style with downstairs toilet and bathroom. Since the 1970s many have been extended in a variety of ways. This image shows the original shape with original 1937 castellated front garden wall, and the next one which is now four bedroomed. The house by the telegraph pole still has the original 1937 castellated brick garden wall.

Roger D Kidd

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Parish Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ4574 (Lat: 51.447972, Lng: 0.090079696)

Unitary Authority: Bexley

Police Authority: Metropolitan

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Crossing: unmarked

Crossing Island: yes

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Lat/Long: 51.450526/0.0866475

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