Dust Wood

Wood, Forest in Kent Sevenoaks

England

Dust Wood

Emmetts The House at Emmetts is private, but the gardens are National Trust. Towards East of gridsquare. — Emmetts Credit: Chris Shaw

Dust Wood, located in Kent, England, is a picturesque forest that spans over a vast area of land. With its dense foliage, towering trees, and serene atmosphere, it is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike. The wood is situated in close proximity to the village of Dust, lending its name to this enchanting natural wonder.

The wood boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a thriving ecosystem. Among the predominant tree species that inhabit Dust Wood are oak, beech, and ash, offering a beautiful tapestry of colors during the changing seasons. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich assortment of plants, including bluebells, wild garlic, and ferns, creating a stunning visual display.

A network of well-maintained trails crisscrosses Dust Wood, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. Hiking, walking, and birdwatching are popular activities, and the wood is home to various bird species, such as woodpeckers, robins, and owls. Wildlife enthusiasts may also spot rabbits, squirrels, and deer as they meander through the woodland.

Dust Wood provides a tranquil retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its peaceful ambiance, coupled with the gentle rustling of leaves and the sweet songs of birds, creates a sense of serenity and harmony with nature. Whether visitors seek a leisurely stroll, a picnic amidst the trees, or an immersive experience in the great outdoors, Dust Wood offers a memorable escape into the beauty of Kent's natural landscape.

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Dust Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.248574/0.13913187 or Grid Reference TQ4952. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Emmetts

The House at Emmetts is private, but the gardens are National Trust. Towards East of gridsquare.

Chris Shaw

Goathurst Common Well

Prior to the sinking of the well in 1901, villagers used water from rainwater storage tanks. When these ran dry, villagers had to walk down a steep hill to the springs south of Stubbs Woods, to collect their water. Piped water was brought to the area during the 1920s.

Nikki Mahadevan

St Mary's Church Ide Hill

The church was built in 1865 and has the distinction of being the highest church in Kent.

Nikki Mahadevan

Woodland footpath to viewing point at top of York's Hill

This mixed deciduous woodland was ravaged by the Great Storm of 1987.

Jean Barrow

Stubbs Wood - Hanging Bank

This view through Stubbs Wood, showing Bough Beech Reservoir in the distant valley, would not have been possible before the Great Storm of 1987. Many of the mature beech and other native trees were flattened overnight.

Jean Barrow

Footpath into Hawks Wood

This path leads westward from the little-used Back Lane into Hawks Wood, near Sevenoaks, Kent. It's late May and there are still plenty of bluebells about.

Dr Neil Clifton

Little Norman Street Farmhouse

I am indebted to Jean Barrow of Ide Hill for supplying the name of this attractive house on the north side of Penn Lane about half a mile west of Brook Street, near Sevenoaks, Kent

Dr Neil Clifton

Penn Farm, Penn Lane, near Sevenoaks, Kent

The substantial farm house shown here stands on the west side of Penn Lane, whereas most of the farm buildings are on the other side of the lane, behind the photographer.

Dr Neil Clifton

Birchwood apartments -Sundridge

Originally built as a Poor Law Institution and later a hospital for people unable to look after themselves. Today there are about 27 apartments plus individual housing.

Jean Barrow

Farm buildings at Penn Farm - Ide Hill

These farm buildings are on the other side of a very narrow road opposite Penn Farmhouse. The name "Penn" derives from the Old English Pynd, meaning an enclosure.

Jean Barrow

Penn Farmhouse gate - Ide Hill

An interesting notice on a farmhouse gate.

Jean Barrow

Converted farm buildings - near Ide Hill Sevenoaks

Little Norman Street Farm buildings now converted into housing. Something that is happening a great deal in this part of Kent.

Jean Barrow

Cob Tree Orchard - Great Norman Street Farm

The cob orchard at Great Norman Street farm is a hundred years old and two nearby fields are known, according to a map of 1840, as Walnut Tree Field and Cherry Field, giving an indication of the crops grown at that time.

Jean Barrow

Little Norman Street Farmhouse Ide Hill, Kent

The farm buildings of this small farm have now been converted into housing. Little Norman Street is fortunate in having deeds which show that it has been an independent small-holding of under ten acres for at least three hundred years. Until 1900 it was described as "Brook, near Brook Place".

Jean Barrow

Farmland suffering from a summer of drought

This photograph was taken from Back Lane. Part of Hawks Wood is in the near distance whilst in the far distance can just be seen the shingled spire of Ide Hill Church.

Jean Barrow

Cottage, Emmetts Garden

Emmetts Garden is a National Trust Property near Sevenoaks.

Stephen Nunney

Deeply ploughed field east of Chains Farm

Mud as far as the eye can see! Or rather solid clay soil dried out in the recent warm weather. This field and fields beyond extend into the next grid square to the south. Bough Beech Reservoir can just be seen in the distance.

Nikki Mahadevan