Piggott's Wood

Wood, Forest in Kent Sevenoaks

England

Piggott's Wood

Fishing the village pond By the crossroads, Four Elms.
Fishing the village pond Credit: Robin Webster

Piggott's Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Kent, England. Situated in the southeastern part of the country, this charming forest covers an area of approximately 50 acres, making it a relatively small woodland compared to other forests in the region.

The wood is named after the Piggott family, who were the original landowners and custodians of the area for many generations. It is believed that the wood has been in existence for several centuries, with some trees dating back hundreds of years. The diverse range of tree species found in Piggott's Wood includes oak, beech, ash, and silver birch, among others.

Known for its natural beauty and tranquility, Piggott's Wood offers visitors a serene and peaceful environment to explore. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of moss and ferns, creating a lush and verdant landscape. The wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and various bird species, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

There are several trails and paths that wind their way through Piggott's Wood, allowing visitors to leisurely stroll through the forest and enjoy its scenic beauty. The wood is also a popular destination for family picnics and nature walks, providing ample opportunities for relaxation and recreation.

Overall, Piggott's Wood in Kent offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing visitors with a chance to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of this charming woodland.

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Piggott's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.223799/0.11283367 or Grid Reference TQ4749. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fishing the village pond By the crossroads, Four Elms.
Fishing the village pond
By the crossroads, Four Elms.
Tree clump in a field Over the gate from Toys Hill (road).
Tree clump in a field
Over the gate from Toys Hill (road).
Power line across the fields and through the wood The wood is Piggott's Wood.
Power line across the fields and through the wood
The wood is Piggott's Wood.
Sheep grazing near Roodlands  Lane At the bottom of the slope behind the trees is a  fishing lake.
Sheep grazing near Roodlands Lane
At the bottom of the slope behind the trees is a fishing lake.
Preparations for laying a pipeline Work to relay a section of an oil pipeline which forms part of the Government Pipeline and Storage System.
Preparations for laying a pipeline
Work to relay a section of an oil pipeline which forms part of the Government Pipeline and Storage System.
Barns at Winkhurst Farm They are on Ide Hill Road, which is on the other side of the barns.
Barns at Winkhurst Farm
They are on Ide Hill Road, which is on the other side of the barns.
Bough Beech reservoir Operated by Sutton and East Surrey Water, even though this site is in Kent.
Bough Beech reservoir
Operated by Sutton and East Surrey Water, even though this site is in Kent.
Footbridge in Clinton Wood The stream formerly supplied a pond, this area is below the rather high old pond bay, now breached.
Footbridge in Clinton Wood
The stream formerly supplied a pond, this area is below the rather high old pond bay, now breached.
Pedigree Holsteins on Hilders Farm The board on the farm building on Ide Hill Road makes a point of this cattle breed, so this is presumably what these are!
Pedigree Holsteins on Hilders Farm
The board on the farm building on Ide Hill Road makes a point of this cattle breed, so this is presumably what these are!
Cooper’s Corner: postbox № TN14 209 This Victorian postbox is set into a pillar-like addition projecting from the frontage of a building which I think was once a pub: there is a 'PH' marked here on some large-scale maps and the Royal Mail's listing names this postbox as Frog & Bucket so I am assuming that is what the pub was called.
Cooper’s Corner: postbox № TN14 209
This Victorian postbox is set into a pillar-like addition projecting from the frontage of a building which I think was once a pub: there is a 'PH' marked here on some large-scale maps and the Royal Mail's listing names this postbox as Frog & Bucket so I am assuming that is what the pub was called.
Junction of How Green Lane and Clinton Lane
Junction of How Green Lane and Clinton Lane
Toys Hill Road from the B2027, Four Elms
Toys Hill Road from the B2027, Four Elms
Green in the centre of Four Elms
Green in the centre of Four Elms
Pootings Road approaching Four Elms
Pootings Road approaching Four Elms
Pootings Road at the junction of the B2027, Four Elms
Pootings Road at the junction of the B2027, Four Elms
Junction of How Green Lane and Clinton Lane
Junction of How Green Lane and Clinton Lane
Clinton Lane at the junction of How Green Lane
Clinton Lane at the junction of How Green Lane
Junction of How Green Lane and Clinton Lane
Junction of How Green Lane and Clinton Lane
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Piggott's Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ4749 (Lat: 51.223799, Lng: 0.11283367)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Sevenoaks

Police Authority: Kent

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