Warwick Wood

Wood, Forest in Essex

England

Warwick Wood

Tree on one of the ex-gravel pit lakes at Belhus Woods Country Park Sections of Belhus Woods Country Park park were originally part of the Belhus Estate, the grounds of which were designed by Capability Brown; some remnants of which can still be seen.

As well as the areas of grassland and woodland, past gravel extraction on the site has created a series of lakes and clay extraction has created a number of small ponds.

The park includes land owned by Thurrock Council and Essex County Council and is managed by Essex County Council Ranger Service.

It is situated within Thames Chase Community Forest and borders woodland owned by the Woodland Trust and Forestry Commission.

It is linked to the Oakwood and Ash Plantation by a footbridge <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2651109">TQ5781 : Longpond footbridge</a>.

See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.visitparks.co.uk/placestovisit/belhuscountrypark.php" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.visitparks.co.uk/placestovisit/belhuscountrypark.php">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> — Tree on one of the ex-gravel pit lakes at Belhus Woods Country Park Credit: Roger Jones

Warwick Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Essex, England. Situated in the village of Warwick, it covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is a significant natural attraction in the region. The wood is part of a larger forested area known as Epping Forest, which spans over 2,400 hectares.

Warwick Wood is characterized by its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. The woodland is predominantly composed of mature oak and beech trees, with an understory of holly, hazel, and birch. This rich vegetation provides a habitat for various bird species, including woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, as well as mammals such as foxes, badgers, and deer.

The wood is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their leisure. These paths lead visitors through serene glades, alongside babbling brooks, and up gentle slopes, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Warwick Wood has a long history of human habitation, with evidence of settlements dating back to the Iron Age. The woodland has also been utilized for timber production and charcoal burning in the past. Today, it is managed by the City of London Corporation, which aims to preserve its natural beauty and promote its educational and recreational value.

Overall, Warwick Wood is an idyllic woodland that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Its rich biodiversity, well-preserved trails, and cultural significance make it a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Warwick Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.523526/0.24405419 or Grid Reference TQ5582. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tree on one of the ex-gravel pit lakes at Belhus Woods Country Park

Sections of Belhus Woods Country Park park were originally part of the Belhus Estate, the grounds of which were designed by Capability Brown; some remnants of which can still be seen. As well as the areas of grassland and woodland, past gravel extraction on the site has created a series of lakes and clay extraction has created a number of small ponds. The park includes land owned by Thurrock Council and Essex County Council and is managed by Essex County Council Ranger Service. It is situated within Thames Chase Community Forest and borders woodland owned by the Woodland Trust and Forestry Commission. It is linked to the Oakwood and Ash Plantation by a footbridge TQ5781 : Longpond footbridge. See Link

Roger Jones

English bluebells and logs

English bluebells abound in Cely Woods, a site managed by Forestry England.

Adrian Benn

Rain on lake in Belhus Woods Country Park

Just starting to rain after a long dry period

Adrian Benn

Logs and bluebells

A stronghold of English bluebells in Cely Woods bounded by logs

Adrian Benn

Bluebells in clearing

English bluebells just past their prime in a clearing created in Cely Woods. This site is managed by Forestry England.

Adrian Benn

Angler's view, Belhus Woods Country Park

These sections are well used by anglers, as can be seen here with a net leaning against a tree.

Roger Jones

Limbs entwined (summer), Belhus Woods Country Park

Compare to TQ5782 : Limbs entwined, like two old friends, Belhus Woods Country Park taken in winter a few years ago.

Roger Jones

Autumn walk, Belhus Woods Country Park

Roger Jones

Kennington Park Lake

The flooded gravel pit shown and its environs have during the past ten years been remodelled into a country park for recreation. This is part of Thames Chase community forest.

Glyn Baker

Fishing & Farming

The image shows a private fishing lake a diversification from arable agriculture

Glyn Baker

The Gravel's Gone

The landscape around Thurrock and Havering is scattered with worked out sand and gravel pits. These give plenty of choice for local anglers, however fishing rights are jealously guarded! This is an example of a lake to the north of Baldwins Farm. With the cessation of gravel extraction there is now public access as it has become part of Thames Chase Community Forest.

Glyn Baker

Jewish Cemetery Rainham

The cemetery is located on Upminster Rd North. See inside at TQ5482 : "House of the Living"

Glyn Baker

Berwick Pond

Yet another pleasant patch of water with private fishing rights, unsurprisingly on Berwick Pond Lane! Picture was taken from the road that divides the pond looking east.

Glyn Baker