Reynkyns Wood

Wood, Forest in Essex Epping Forest

England

Reynkyns Wood

The former Blake Hall station Blake Hall station was opened by the Great Eastern Railway in 1865 and after becoming part of London Underground&#039;s Central line after the Second World war it was closed on 31st October 1981. The station before its closure was famously known as the least used on the entire Underground when it was reported to have only seventeen passengers a day. Trains still run through the station on the Epping Ongar Heritage Line. This was the London Transport Weekend which celebrated the Epping Ongar Railway&#039;s links with London Transport. The view is from a westbound train on its way to North Weald.

The full story with photographs can be seen at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.disused-stations.org.uk/b/blake_hall/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.disused-stations.org.uk/b/blake_hall/">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> This was the London Transport Weekend which celebrated the Epping Ongar Railway&#039;s links with London Transport. — The former Blake Hall station Credit: Marathon

Reynkyns Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Essex, England. Covering an area of approximately 20 acres, it is nestled within the larger Epping Forest, renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. The wood is named after Reynkyn de Montacute, a prominent landowner in the area during the medieval period.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native English oak trees, interspersed with ash, birch, and beech trees. The dense canopy of foliage provides a sheltered habitat for a variety of wildlife, including birds, squirrels, foxes, and deer. The forest floor is carpeted with a diverse array of wildflowers, creating a vibrant and enchanting atmosphere.

Reynkyns Wood offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life, attracting visitors who seek solace and a connection with nature. It is a popular destination for walkers, joggers, and nature enthusiasts, providing numerous footpaths and trails to explore. The wood is well-maintained and managed by the local authorities, ensuring its preservation for future generations to enjoy.

In addition to its natural beauty, Reynkyns Wood holds historical significance, with traces of ancient earthworks and archaeological remains dating back to the Iron Age. It is believed that the woodland was utilized by early settlers for hunting and gathering purposes.

Overall, Reynkyns Wood is a cherished natural gem in Essex, offering a peaceful haven and a glimpse into the region's rich history and biodiversity.

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Reynkyns Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.725835/0.18655306 or Grid Reference TL5105. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The former Blake Hall station

Blake Hall station was opened by the Great Eastern Railway in 1865 and after becoming part of London Underground's Central line after the Second World war it was closed on 31st October 1981. The station before its closure was famously known as the least used on the entire Underground when it was reported to have only seventeen passengers a day. Trains still run through the station on the Epping Ongar Heritage Line. This was the London Transport Weekend which celebrated the Epping Ongar Railway's links with London Transport. The view is from a westbound train on its way to North Weald. The full story with photographs can be seen at Link

This was the London Transport Weekend which celebrated the Epping Ongar Railway's links with London Transport.

Marathon

House on High Road, North Weald Bassett

These style of houses have been built along stretches of this road and are in at least the high tens without counting them all.

David Howard

The entrance to North Weald Golf Club

David Howard

Isolated trees in a field near Ongar Park Hall

From a passing Epping-Ongar train.

Nigel Thompson

Line-side shed near Ongar Park Lodge

From a passing Epping-Ongar train.

Nigel Thompson

Shops on High Road, North Weald village

Nigel Thompson

Former Blake Hall Station, near Ongar, Essex

Taken in 1985, a year after the closure of the station, Blake Hall was the penultimate stop on the Central Line on its way to Ongar. The single-track line from Epping, via North Weald, to Ongar closed ten years later but opened in 2004 as a "tourist attraction" by the Epping and Ongar Railway Society. They run trains on Sundays all year.

Andrew Smith

Former Blake Hall Station, near Ongar, Essex

A photograph taken exactly 20 years later than TL5203 : Former Blake Hall Station, near Ongar, Essex.

Andrew Smith

Dewley Wood, Blake Hall, Essex

A view east from Blake Hall Road

John Winfield

Lower Bobbingworth Green, Essex

A view north with Sayer's Farm on left side of picture.

John Winfield

Cripsey Brook, Magdalen Laver, Essex

John Winfield

Weald Bridge, Magdalen Laver, Essex

A view north in Weald Bridge Road

John Winfield

Derelict Barns, High Ongar, Essex

John Winfield

Poplar Trees, Bobbingworth, Essex

Row of poplar trees running east from Moreton Road

John Winfield

Village Store, Tyler's Green, Essex

John Winfield

North Weald Common, Essex

A view to the east over what used to be the 2nd World War location of the North Weald Wireless Station - now a community open space. Link

John Winfield

North Weald, Essex

This picture features St. Andrew's church tucked away behind houses. It has an early Tudor brick tower. In 1964 the church was severely damaged by a fire.

Robert Edwards