Griff's Wood

Wood, Forest in Kent

England

Griff's Wood

View over Bourne Wood As seen from a footpath on a hill, near Crockenhill.

Looking across Bourne Wood towards St.Paul Cray. 

In the far background is the office towers of Canary Phone.
View over Bourne Wood Credit: David Anstiss

Griff's Wood, located in the county of Kent, England, is a charming and picturesque woodland area that encompasses a total area of approximately 200 acres. Situated near the village of Wood, this forest is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The wood is predominantly composed of an array of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a lush and vibrant canopy that provides shade and shelter to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Walking through the wood, visitors can expect to encounter a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting ambiance of the surroundings.

Griff's Wood is crisscrossed by several well-maintained trails, enabling visitors to explore its hidden nooks and crannies. These paths wind through the wood, allowing hikers to discover its secrets, such as a babbling brook that meanders through the trees, providing a peaceful backdrop to the already serene environment.

The woodland is a haven for wildlife, providing a habitat for numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls. Additionally, small mammals such as squirrels, foxes, and rabbits can be spotted scurrying through the undergrowth, adding a touch of wilderness to the experience.

The management of Griff's Wood is overseen by the local council, ensuring the preservation of its natural beauty. Visitors are encouraged to respect the woodland's tranquility and follow any guidelines provided, such as refraining from littering and keeping dogs on a leash.

Overall, Griff's Wood offers an idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing a serene and captivating natural environment for all who visit.

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Griff's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.375672/0.13230645 or Grid Reference TQ4866. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View over Bourne Wood As seen from a footpath on a hill, near Crockenhill.

Looking across Bourne Wood towards St.Paul Cray. 

In the far background is the office towers of Canary Phone.
View over Bourne Wood
As seen from a footpath on a hill, near Crockenhill. Looking across Bourne Wood towards St.Paul Cray. In the far background is the office towers of Canary Phone.
Horse near Darns Hill This horse is in a field off Darns Hill, just beyond the southern edge of Crockenhill.
Horse near Darns Hill
This horse is in a field off Darns Hill, just beyond the southern edge of Crockenhill.
View from Darns Hill Traces of a heavy frost from the previous night were still evident on the ground. This view from Darns Hill, a lane to the south-east of Crockenhill, looks towards London. The distant ridge on the horizon in the centre of the photograph is Shooters Hill.
View from Darns Hill
Traces of a heavy frost from the previous night were still evident on the ground. This view from Darns Hill, a lane to the south-east of Crockenhill, looks towards London. The distant ridge on the horizon in the centre of the photograph is Shooters Hill.
Sounds Lodge, Crockenhill A modern neo-Georgian estate probably from the 1970s or so
Sounds Lodge, Crockenhill
A modern neo-Georgian estate probably from the 1970s or so
Daltons Road Looking towards Crockenhill and photographed on a chilly February afternoon.
Daltons Road
Looking towards Crockenhill and photographed on a chilly February afternoon.
Footpath at Daltons Road One of the branches of this footpath crosses the M25 which is a little way to the left here.
Footpath at Daltons Road
One of the branches of this footpath crosses the M25 which is a little way to the left here.
Old Chapel Road, Crockenhill
Old Chapel Road, Crockenhill
Tylers Green Road, Crockenhill
Tylers Green Road, Crockenhill
Tylers Green Road, Crockenhill
Tylers Green Road, Crockenhill
Cray Road, Crockenhill
Cray Road, Crockenhill
Bransell Close, Crockenhill
Bransell Close, Crockenhill
Cray Road, Crockenhill
Cray Road, Crockenhill
Cray Road Late Victorian cottages on Cray Road.  In the foreground are nos. 36-41 and in the background is Woodlands Terrace.
Cray Road
Late Victorian cottages on Cray Road. In the foreground are nos. 36-41 and in the background is Woodlands Terrace.
Pear Tree Cottages Pair of 18th Century cottages on Cray Road (although the near extension is 20th Century).  Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1217153" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1217153">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>.
Pear Tree Cottages
Pair of 18th Century cottages on Cray Road (although the near extension is 20th Century). Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
Tylers Green Road 1940s(?) housing on Tylers Green Road.
Tylers Green Road
1940s(?) housing on Tylers Green Road.
Tylers Green Road 1950s(?) housing on Tylers Green Road.
Tylers Green Road
1950s(?) housing on Tylers Green Road.
Tylers Green Road 1960s bungalows on Tylers Green Road.
Tylers Green Road
1960s bungalows on Tylers Green Road.
Tylers Green Road 1940s(?) housing on Tylers Green Road.
Tylers Green Road
1940s(?) housing on Tylers Green Road.
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Griff's Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ4866 (Lat: 51.375672, Lng: 0.13230645)

Unitary Authority: Bromley

Police Authority: Metropolitan

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