Longbroom Shaw

Wood, Forest in Kent Sevenoaks

England

Longbroom Shaw

Power line across the fields and through the wood The wood is Piggott&#039;s Wood. — Power line across the fields and through the wood Credit: Robin Webster

Longbroom Shaw is a picturesque woodland area located in Kent, England. Situated in the heart of the county, this forested space offers a tranquil and natural escape from the bustling cities nearby. Spanning across a considerable area, Longbroom Shaw is known for its diverse flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.

The woodland is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These majestic trees provide a dense canopy, creating a cool and shaded environment even during the height of summer. Walking through the forest, visitors can enjoy the peaceful ambiance and the soothing sounds of birds chirping and leaves rustling in the wind.

Longbroom Shaw is also home to a variety of wildlife species. Deer, foxes, rabbits, and squirrels can often be spotted roaming the forest floor, while a myriad of bird species, such as woodpeckers and owls, can be observed perched on tree branches or soaring through the sky.

The woodland offers several well-maintained trails for visitors to explore, providing an opportunity for leisurely walks or more adventurous hikes. These paths wind through the forest, guiding visitors to hidden clearings, babbling brooks, and stunning viewpoints. There are also designated picnic areas, where visitors can relax and enjoy a snack amidst the serene surroundings.

Longbroom Shaw is a cherished natural gem in Kent, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in nature. With its enchanting woodland, diverse wildlife, and well-maintained trails, this forested area is a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Longbroom Shaw Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.221098/0.13623949 or Grid Reference TQ4949. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Power line across the fields and through the wood

The wood is Piggott's Wood.

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Sheep grazing near Roodlands Lane

At the bottom of the slope behind the trees is a fishing lake.

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Preparations for laying a pipeline

Work to relay a section of an oil pipeline which forms part of the Government Pipeline and Storage System.

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Barns at Winkhurst Farm

They are on Ide Hill Road, which is on the other side of the barns.

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Bough Beech reservoir

Operated by Sutton and East Surrey Water, even though this site is in Kent.

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Trees below the dam

Beyond looms the Bough Beech reservoir dam.

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Footbridge in Clinton Wood

The stream formerly supplied a pond, this area is below the rather high old pond bay, now breached.

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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!

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Cooperâs 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.

Chris Downer

Kentish Weald

View from Toy's Hill, across the Eden Valley, towards Bough Beech Reservoir.

Colin Smith

Bough Beech Reservoir

Bough Beech Reservoir is one of the south-east's finest bird watching reserves. The Oast House Visitor Centre can be seen in the distance to the right, with the wooded Greensand Ridge around Ide Hill beyond. See Link

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Bough Beech Reservoir

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Bough Beech Reservoir

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Footpath to Bore Place

The area to the east of Bough Beech Reservoir is a nature reserve with some peaceful footpaths. This is the footpath between Bough Beech Reservoir and Bore Place, just after leaving the road which follows the east side of the reservoir.

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The farm cat

I wonder if this is a real portrait of the farmyard cat at Roodlands Farm.

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The approach to Bough Beech Reservoir

This is the footpath from Roodlands Farm. It turns right through the hedge just beyond the gate before reaching the road by the house seen in the distance. Continuing across the road it reaches Bough Beech Reservoir and the Bough Beech Visitor Centre.

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On the way to Bough Beech Reservoir

This is the footpath from Roodlands Farm just a little further on from the view seen in Link After reaching the road by the house seen ahead it continues across the road to reach Bough Beech Reservoir and eventually the Bough Beech Visitor Centre.

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A tributary of the River Eden

This is the view from the footpath leading from Roodlands Farm to eventually reach Bough Beech Reservoir. This is on the edge of Chittenden Wood and shows where the path crosses a footbridge over a tributary of the River Eden.

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Longbroom Shaw is located at Grid Ref: TQ4949 (Lat: 51.221098, Lng: 0.13623949)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Sevenoaks

Police Authority: Kent