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Alsa Wood

Wood, Forest in Essex Uttlesford

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Alsa Wood

Station Road, Stansted Mounfitchet Station Road in the village of Stansted Mountfitchet in north Essex.
Station Road, Stansted Mounfitchet Credit: Malc McDonald

Alsa Wood is a small village located in the county of Essex, England. Situated within the district of Uttlesford, it is part of the larger civil parish of Wood, Forest. Despite its small size, Alsa Wood boasts a rich history and picturesque surroundings.

The village is nestled amidst the stunning Essex countryside, with rolling hills and lush greenery surrounding it. It offers a peaceful and tranquil setting, making it an ideal location for those seeking a quiet and rural lifestyle.

Alsa Wood is known for its charming architecture, with many traditional cottages and farmhouses dotting the landscape. These buildings are often made of locally sourced materials, showcasing the area's natural beauty.

The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good road links and public transportation options. This allows residents easy access to amenities and services outside the village, while still enjoying the benefits of a close-knit community.

The surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. There are numerous walking and cycling trails that wind through the countryside, providing breathtaking views and ample opportunities to connect with nature.

Despite its rural setting, Alsa Wood is not far from larger towns and cities. The bustling market town of Saffron Walden is just a short drive away, offering a range of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions.

Overall, Alsa Wood offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, combining natural beauty with a close-knit community and easy access to amenities. It is a place where residents can enjoy a slower pace of life while still being within reach of larger urban centers.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.916439/0.21592831 or Grid Reference TL5226. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Station Road, Stansted Mounfitchet Station Road in the village of Stansted Mountfitchet in north Essex.
Station Road, Stansted Mounfitchet
Station Road in the village of Stansted Mountfitchet in north Essex.
Lower Street, Stansted Mountfitchet Lower Street in Stansted Mountfitchet, a large village in north Essex.
Lower Street, Stansted Mountfitchet
Lower Street in Stansted Mountfitchet, a large village in north Essex.
Tye Green Road, near Elsenham Tye Green Road is a minor road through north Essex countryside.
Tye Green Road, near Elsenham
Tye Green Road is a minor road through north Essex countryside.
Tye Green Road, near Elsenham Tye Green Road is minor road through north Essex countryside. At the junction ahead, Tye Green Road continues straight ahead, but becomes a no through road. Through traffic must turn to the right. This image was taken on a late October day. Trees to the right are turning golden brown before shedding their leaves for the winter. There are already plenty of fallen leaves by the roadside.
Tye Green Road, near Elsenham
Tye Green Road is minor road through north Essex countryside. At the junction ahead, Tye Green Road continues straight ahead, but becomes a no through road. Through traffic must turn to the right. This image was taken on a late October day. Trees to the right are turning golden brown before shedding their leaves for the winter. There are already plenty of fallen leaves by the roadside.
Tye Green Road, Fuller's End, near Elsenham Tye Green Road in the small hamlet of Fuller's End in north Essex. Signs indicate that the road is a no through road. This image was taken on a late October day. Trees were turning golden-yellow as they prepared to shed their leaves for the winter. There are already fallen leaves by the side of the road.
Tye Green Road, Fuller's End, near Elsenham
Tye Green Road in the small hamlet of Fuller's End in north Essex. Signs indicate that the road is a no through road. This image was taken on a late October day. Trees were turning golden-yellow as they prepared to shed their leaves for the winter. There are already fallen leaves by the side of the road.
Fuller's End, near Elsenham Fuller's End is a small hamlet in north Essex.
Fuller's End, near Elsenham
Fuller's End is a small hamlet in north Essex.
Fuller's End, near Elsenham Fuller's End is a small hamlet in north Essex. This road, leading away from the hamlet, is also called Fuller's End.
Fuller's End, near Elsenham
Fuller's End is a small hamlet in north Essex. This road, leading away from the hamlet, is also called Fuller's End.
Hall Road, near Elsenham Hall Road is a minor road through north Essex countryside. This image was taken on a late October day. The sum was quite low in the sky, so the hedge to the left casts a long shadow. Trees were turning golden, preparing to shed their leaves for the winter season ahead.
Hall Road, near Elsenham
Hall Road is a minor road through north Essex countryside. This image was taken on a late October day. The sum was quite low in the sky, so the hedge to the left casts a long shadow. Trees were turning golden, preparing to shed their leaves for the winter season ahead.
Entrance to Daisy May's Farm, near Elsenham Daisy May's Farm is a farm in north Essex, run by volunteers. More information about the farm can be found on their website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.daisymaysfarm.org/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.daisymaysfarm.org/">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>
Entrance to Daisy May's Farm, near Elsenham
Daisy May's Farm is a farm in north Essex, run by volunteers. More information about the farm can be found on their website: LinkExternal link
Hall Road, near Elsenham Hall Road is a minor road through north Essex countryside. This image was taken on a sunny day in late October. The sun was low in the sky, so the hedge on the opposite side of the road casts a long shadow. Trees were turning golden brown and starting to shed their leaves as winter approaches.
Hall Road, near Elsenham
Hall Road is a minor road through north Essex countryside. This image was taken on a sunny day in late October. The sun was low in the sky, so the hedge on the opposite side of the road casts a long shadow. Trees were turning golden brown and starting to shed their leaves as winter approaches.
Hall Road, near Elsenham Hall Road is a minor road through north Essex countryside.
Hall Road, near Elsenham
Hall Road is a minor road through north Essex countryside.
The Crown Inn, Elsenham The Crown Inn in the north Essex village of Elsenham.
The Crown Inn, Elsenham
The Crown Inn in the north Essex village of Elsenham.
Road junction near Elsenham A junction of minor roads in north Essex countryside.
Road junction near Elsenham
A junction of minor roads in north Essex countryside.
Elsenham Station Elsenham station is on the West Anglia Main Line, serving the village of Elsenham in Essex. It is 35 miles 45 chains down the line from London Liverpool Street, and is situated between Stansted Mountfitchet and Newport stations. The station and all trains serving it are operated by Greater Anglia. The station opened in 1845. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elsenham_railway_station" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elsenham_railway_station">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>
Elsenham Station
Elsenham station is on the West Anglia Main Line, serving the village of Elsenham in Essex. It is 35 miles 45 chains down the line from London Liverpool Street, and is situated between Stansted Mountfitchet and Newport stations. The station and all trains serving it are operated by Greater Anglia. The station opened in 1845. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Elsenham Station and level crossing Elsenham station is on the West Anglia Main Line, serving the village of Elsenham in Essex. It is 35 miles 45 chains down the line from London Liverpool Street, and is situated between Stansted Mountfitchet and Newport stations. The station and all trains serving it are operated by Greater Anglia. The station opened in 1845. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elsenham_railway_station" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elsenham_railway_station">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>
Elsenham Station and level crossing
Elsenham station is on the West Anglia Main Line, serving the village of Elsenham in Essex. It is 35 miles 45 chains down the line from London Liverpool Street, and is situated between Stansted Mountfitchet and Newport stations. The station and all trains serving it are operated by Greater Anglia. The station opened in 1845. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Old Mead Rd
Old Mead Rd
Roadsign, Elsenham
Roadsign, Elsenham
Elsenham Station Elsenham station is on the West Anglia Main Line, serving the village of Elsenham in Essex. It is 35 miles 45 chains down the line from London Liverpool Street, and is situated between Stansted Mountfitchet and Newport stations. The station and all trains serving it are operated by Greater Anglia. The station opened in 1845. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elsenham_railway_station" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elsenham_railway_station">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>
Elsenham Station
Elsenham station is on the West Anglia Main Line, serving the village of Elsenham in Essex. It is 35 miles 45 chains down the line from London Liverpool Street, and is situated between Stansted Mountfitchet and Newport stations. The station and all trains serving it are operated by Greater Anglia. The station opened in 1845. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
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Alsa Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL5226 (Lat: 51.916439, Lng: 0.21592831)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Uttlesford

Police Authority: Essex

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