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Horseley Wood

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Horseley Wood

Prior's Hall Barn, Widdington, Essex One of the finest surviving medieval barns in eastern England, tree-ring dated to the mid-15th century, with a breathtaking aisled interior and crown post roof, the product of some 400 oaks. The property is in the care of English Heritage.
Prior's Hall Barn, Widdington, Essex Credit: Robert Edwards

Horseley Wood is a small village located in the county of Essex, England. Situated in the district of Brentwood, it is surrounded by picturesque woodlands and offers a tranquil and scenic environment for its residents. The village falls under the administrative control of the Brentwood Borough Council.

The woodlands in Horseley Wood are well-known for their natural beauty and serve as a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. The area is abundant with a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it an ideal spot for hiking, walking, and exploring. The woodlands also provide a peaceful setting for outdoor activities such as picnicking and bird watching.

The village of Horseley Wood itself is a small and close-knit community, with a population of approximately 500 residents. It boasts a charming village center, complete with a few local shops, a village hall, and a traditional pub. The community spirit in Horseley Wood is strong, with regular events and activities organized by local residents and community groups.

Horseley Wood is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good transport links and road connections. The village is situated close to the A12, providing easy access to Brentwood and Chelmsford, while the nearby Brentwood railway station offers direct train services to London Liverpool Street.

Overall, Horseley Wood in Essex is a peaceful and idyllic village, surrounded by scenic woodlands, offering a close-knit community and a range of outdoor activities for residents and visitors alike.

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Prior's Hall Barn, Widdington, Essex One of the finest surviving medieval barns in eastern England, tree-ring dated to the mid-15th century, with a breathtaking aisled interior and crown post roof, the product of some 400 oaks. The property is in the care of English Heritage.
Prior's Hall Barn, Widdington, Essex
One of the finest surviving medieval barns in eastern England, tree-ring dated to the mid-15th century, with a breathtaking aisled interior and crown post roof, the product of some 400 oaks. The property is in the care of English Heritage.
St. Mary's church, Widdington, Essex There is slight evidence of the original Norman church inside, however, what we see from the outside is a church built in 1771 and then rebuilt in 1872. It has a well kept churchyard.
St. Mary's church, Widdington, Essex
There is slight evidence of the original Norman church inside, however, what we see from the outside is a church built in 1771 and then rebuilt in 1872. It has a well kept churchyard.
Smiths Green Farm, Debden, Essex
Smiths Green Farm, Debden, Essex
'White Hart' inn, Debden, Essex
'White Hart' inn, Debden, Essex
Brick House Farm approach, near Debden, Essex
Brick House Farm approach, near Debden, Essex
Shiptons Farm, just west of Widdington, Essex
Shiptons Farm, just west of Widdington, Essex
Road to Waldegraves Farm The track on the right goes to the farm and I think the house in the picture is nothing to do with the farm.
Road to Waldegraves Farm
The track on the right goes to the farm and I think the house in the picture is nothing to do with the farm.
Junction where Debden Road meets Water Lane
Junction where Debden Road meets Water Lane
Sampson's Lane - Rook End A byway open to all traffic running from Rook End to Hamperden End. Recently cleared by Essex Land Rover Club and resurfaced by Essex County Council.
Sampson's Lane - Rook End
A byway open to all traffic running from Rook End to Hamperden End. Recently cleared by Essex Land Rover Club and resurfaced by Essex County Council.
Debden Radar A site chosen to dominate the local landscape - and it does!
Debden Radar
A site chosen to dominate the local landscape - and it does!
Ringers Barn, on Debden Road
Ringers Barn, on Debden Road
Water Tower, viewed from Cornells Lane
Water Tower, viewed from Cornells Lane
Oh Deer! A bit camera shy. This picture was taken just after the "Bunch of Deer" picture
Oh Deer!
A bit camera shy. This picture was taken just after the "Bunch of Deer" picture
Bunch of Deer Good eye?
Bunch of Deer
Good eye?
Menorahesque Some tree
Menorahesque
Some tree
Rook End Cottages at Rook End, near Debden, Essex
Rook End
Cottages at Rook End, near Debden, Essex
Cornells Lane Cornells Lane, Widdington, Essex.
Cornells Lane
Cornells Lane, Widdington, Essex.
The churchyard at St Mary the Virgin & All Saints, Debden
The churchyard at St Mary the Virgin & All Saints, Debden
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Horseley Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL5432 (Lat: 51.973277, Lng: 0.24690577)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Uttlesford

Police Authority: Essex

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