Bonnygate Wood

Wood, Forest in Essex

England

Bonnygate Wood

Paddock & Pond These horses are grazing on Little Mollands Farm. Picture was taken looking west with Grange Farm behind me. — Paddock & Pond Credit: Glyn Baker

Bonnygate Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Essex, England. This ancient forest covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is renowned for its diverse flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The wood is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which form a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for a wide range of wildlife. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of leaf litter, creating a habitat for a variety of small mammals, insects, and fungi. Visitors to Bonnygate Wood may catch a glimpse of elusive creatures such as badgers, foxes, and deer, as well as hear the melodious songs of numerous bird species.

Tranquil footpaths wind their way through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty. These paths are well-maintained, ensuring a pleasant walking experience for all visitors. Along the trails, you may come across charming wooden benches strategically placed for those seeking a moment of quiet reflection.

Bonnygate Wood also boasts a small pond, which adds to the charm and diversity of the woodland. This pond attracts a variety of water-dwelling creatures, including frogs, newts, and dragonflies. It is a peaceful spot to sit and observe the beauty of nature.

Overall, Bonnygate Wood is a haven for those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its enchanting beauty, rich biodiversity, and tranquil atmosphere make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers in Essex.

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Bonnygate Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.512558/0.28487932 or Grid Reference TQ5881. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Paddock & Pond

These horses are grazing on Little Mollands Farm. Picture was taken looking west with Grange Farm behind me.

Glyn Baker

Mardike in High Summer

This is a view across the River Mardike from the Field of Peace towards the Mardike Valley Golf Course. You may just be able to see a couple of TQ6080 : Essex Birds in one of the trees in the middle of the picture.

Glyn Baker

Essex Birds

I have not seen Parakeets in Essex before they are quite common in South West London. There was another in a tree nearby keeping a careful watch on these two.

Glyn Baker

S&J Van Hire

This yard would usually be fairly empty on a working day. Lock-down begins to bite.

Glyn Baker

Molands Lane Private Road

Up to this point there is a public right of way, from here on you are technically trespassing.

Glyn Baker

Footpath in Mardyke Woods

Adrian Benn

Flooded Path alongside Mardyke Woods

Adrian Benn

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