Brickkiln Spring

Wood, Forest in Essex Uttlesford

England

Brickkiln Spring

Road junction between Brickkiln Spring and Canfield Hart These are each the names of woods nearby. The B183 runs across ahead in the shot.
Road junction between Brickkiln Spring and Canfield Hart Credit: Trevor Harris

Brickkiln Spring is a picturesque woodland area located in Essex, England. Situated within the larger Forest of Essex, this enchanting site covers an approximate area of 200 acres. The woodland is characterized by its diverse range of vegetation, including ancient oak trees, birch, and beech trees. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich variety of wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape during the spring and summer seasons.

Brickkiln Spring is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The area is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodlands at their own pace. These trails lead to several notable features, including a small spring from which the site derives its name. This spring is said to have been used in the past for brickmaking, adding to the historical significance of the area.

The woodland is also home to a diverse array of wildlife. Visitors may catch glimpses of deer, rabbits, and various species of birds as they traverse the trails. The forest provides a valuable habitat for these creatures, thanks to its mix of dense woodlands, open glades, and small ponds.

With its serene ambiance and natural charm, Brickkiln Spring offers a welcome respite from the bustling city life. It provides a unique opportunity for individuals to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and connect with the rich history and biodiversity of Essex.

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Brickkiln Spring Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.850166/0.26443584 or Grid Reference TL5619. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road junction between Brickkiln Spring and Canfield Hart These are each the names of woods nearby. The B183 runs across ahead in the shot.
Road junction between Brickkiln Spring and Canfield Hart
These are each the names of woods nearby. The B183 runs across ahead in the shot.
Lane to Great Canfield
Lane to Great Canfield
Gruesome relic at Hellman's Cross On the south side of the crossroad are these stocks and whipping post. The information plaque on the fencing reads: "These stocks were replaced by the Parish Council to commemorate the millennium 2000AD. The whipping post was also restored. Last recorded use of the stocks was in 1860 for a case of drunkenness. This is also the site where Elizabeth Abbot of Helmans, Great Canfield was burnt as a witch in 1683."
Gruesome relic at Hellman's Cross
On the south side of the crossroad are these stocks and whipping post. The information plaque on the fencing reads: "These stocks were replaced by the Parish Council to commemorate the millennium 2000AD. The whipping post was also restored. Last recorded use of the stocks was in 1860 for a case of drunkenness. This is also the site where Elizabeth Abbot of Helmans, Great Canfield was burnt as a witch in 1683."
Junction and Sign The meeting of Hatfield Forest Road/ Wood Row/ Greenhill.
Junction and Sign
The meeting of Hatfield Forest Road/ Wood Row/ Greenhill.
Road junction at Taverners Green With the lane called Crabbs Green on the left ahead.
Road junction at Taverners Green
With the lane called Crabbs Green on the left ahead.
On the lane to Broomshawbury Looking north here with the fingerpost for Boxley Lane just visible in the centre ahead.
On the lane to Broomshawbury
Looking north here with the fingerpost for Boxley Lane just visible in the centre ahead.
Finger post at junction near Bridgefoot Farm Directions shown are left to Takeley and Hatfield Forest, right to Hatfield Broad Oak, and towards the photographer, to Woodside Green and Hallingbury. For a close-up see photo from contributor David Bremner <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7329457">TL5418 : Junction and Sign</a>
Finger post at junction near Bridgefoot Farm
Directions shown are left to Takeley and Hatfield Forest, right to Hatfield Broad Oak, and towards the photographer, to Woodside Green and Hallingbury. For a close-up see photo from contributor David Bremner TL5418 : Junction and Sign
Little Barrington Hall Farm
Little Barrington Hall Farm
Field south of Greenhill Is beside, or was part of Brumsted Common.
Field south of Greenhill
Is beside, or was part of Brumsted Common.
Hatfield Forest. Now a popular park cared for by the National Trust.
Hatfield Forest.
Now a popular park cared for by the National Trust.
Cottages at Greenhill, near Hatfield Broad Oak, Essex
Cottages at Greenhill, near Hatfield Broad Oak, Essex
House at Bush End, near Hatfield Forest, Essex
House at Bush End, near Hatfield Forest, Essex
Country road near Great Canfield, Essex
Country road near Great Canfield, Essex
Peckers farmhouse, near Hellman's Cross, Essex Hellman's Cross is close to Great Canfield. The road in the photo is Green Street.
Peckers farmhouse, near Hellman's Cross, Essex
Hellman's Cross is close to Great Canfield. The road in the photo is Green Street.
Green Street, Hellman's Cross, near Great Canfield, Essex
Green Street, Hellman's Cross, near Great Canfield, Essex
The driveway to Barrington Hall
The driveway to Barrington Hall
Bridgefoot Farm and footbridge The farm gets its name from standing by the footbridge, which is used when the small stream running beneath floods the road.
Bridgefoot Farm and footbridge
The farm gets its name from standing by the footbridge, which is used when the small stream running beneath floods the road.
High House Farm, Bush End
High House Farm, Bush End
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Brickkiln Spring is located at Grid Ref: TL5619 (Lat: 51.850166, Lng: 0.26443584)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Uttlesford

Police Authority: Essex

What 3 Words

///alley.tricky.twigs. Near Takeley, Essex

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Nearby Amenities

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Bus Stop
Canfield Hart
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Bus Stop
Canfield Hart
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