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Brown's Wood

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Brown's Wood

Thaxted Windmill Down a little footpath leading from the village. The mill dates to 1810.
Thaxted Windmill Credit: Ben Keating

Brown's Wood is a small woodland area located in the county of Essex, England. Situated near the village of Wood, within the larger Epping Forest district, it spans approximately 50 acres of land.

The wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf tree species, such as oak, beech, and birch, which create a diverse and lush canopy. This rich vegetation provides a habitat for a wide range of wildlife, including various bird species, small mammals, and insects.

Brown's Wood is open to the public and offers visitors a peaceful and tranquil setting for recreational activities such as walking, jogging, and picnicking. It is also a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers who appreciate the beauty and serenity of the natural environment.

The woodland is intersected by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its different sections and discover its hidden gems. Along these paths, one can find benches and picnic areas, providing opportunities for relaxation and enjoying the surroundings.

Managed by the local authorities, Brown's Wood is regularly maintained to ensure the health and vitality of its flora and fauna. Conservation efforts focus on preserving the natural habitat and fostering biodiversity within the woodland.

Overall, Brown's Wood offers a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life, providing a peaceful retreat where visitors can immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the beauty of Essex's woodlands.

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Thaxted Windmill Down a little footpath leading from the village. The mill dates to 1810.
Thaxted Windmill
Down a little footpath leading from the village. The mill dates to 1810.
A footpath west out of Thaxted Taken from Watling Lane.
A footpath west out of Thaxted
Taken from Watling Lane.
Thaxted Church One of the largest churches in Essex.
Thaxted Church
One of the largest churches in Essex.
Small bridge to Broxted Road (B1051) near Thaxted
Small bridge to Broxted Road (B1051) near Thaxted
Footpath near Thaxted
Footpath near Thaxted
Spring walk April 2023 Sadly those lovely white flowers would soon be gone
Spring walk April 2023
Sadly those lovely white flowers would soon be gone
John Webb's Windmill, Thaxted A Grade II* Listed red brick tower mill built in 1804 for Mr John Webb. It has four patent sails and winding by fantail. However the latter is missing and the mill was closed for restoration although we had been expecting it to be open for National Mills Open Days.
John Webb's Windmill, Thaxted
A Grade II* Listed red brick tower mill built in 1804 for Mr John Webb. It has four patent sails and winding by fantail. However the latter is missing and the mill was closed for restoration although we had been expecting it to be open for National Mills Open Days.
John Webb's Windmill, Thaxted A Grade II* Listed red brick tower mill built in 1804 for Mr John Webb. It has four patent sails and winding by fantail. However the latter is missing and the mill was closed for restoration although we had been expecting it to be open for National Mills Open Days.
John Webb's Windmill, Thaxted
A Grade II* Listed red brick tower mill built in 1804 for Mr John Webb. It has four patent sails and winding by fantail. However the latter is missing and the mill was closed for restoration although we had been expecting it to be open for National Mills Open Days.
Harcamlow Way beside Broxted Road The road is concealed by the hedgerow, the long distance footpath following a well placed grass strip beside the ploughed field
Harcamlow Way beside Broxted Road
The road is concealed by the hedgerow, the long distance footpath following a well placed grass strip beside the ploughed field
Harcamlow Way approaching Thaxted from the South Two prominent landmarks herald the proximity of the fine old town of Thaxted. John Webb's windmill, a restored brick tower mill dating from 1810 and the soaring 181 ft. spire of the town's English Perpendicular church.
Harcamlow Way approaching Thaxted from the South
Two prominent landmarks herald the proximity of the fine old town of Thaxted. John Webb's windmill, a restored brick tower mill dating from 1810 and the soaring 181 ft. spire of the town's English Perpendicular church.
John Webb's Windmill Referred to on some maps as Thaxted Mill. Restored brick tower windmill dating from 1810, currently closed to the public at the time we passed by on the Harcamlow Way.
John Webb's Windmill
Referred to on some maps as Thaxted Mill. Restored brick tower windmill dating from 1810, currently closed to the public at the time we passed by on the Harcamlow Way.
John Webb's Windmill from Below Referred to on some maps as Thaxted Mill. Restored brick tower windmill dating from 1810, currently closed to the public at the time we passed by on the Harcamlow Way.
John Webb's Windmill from Below
Referred to on some maps as Thaxted Mill. Restored brick tower windmill dating from 1810, currently closed to the public at the time we passed by on the Harcamlow Way.
Harcamlow Way entering Thaxted A 141 mile long figure-of-eight walk, mainly on tracks and green lanes passing many places of historic interest, crossing low hills, woods and arable land via Standon and Manuden to meet the cross-over point at Newport. It continues through Saffron Walden and over the low Bartlow Hills to Horseheath and the Fleam Dyke, to enter Cambridge, the return route passing through Melbourn and Chrishall to Newport, continuing via Debden, Thaxted, Takeley and Hatfield Forest. The waymarked Five Parishes Millennium Boundary Walk (15 miles) is a circular route using part of the Harcamlow Way at Tilty. The waymarked Wimpole Way (11 miles and on OS mapping) Way goes across farmland and through the villages of Caldecote and Kingston to the eighteenth-century Wimpole Hall and Park and is part of the Harcamlow Way. With the Clopton Way it links the Greensand Ridge Walk with Cambridge.
Harcamlow Way entering Thaxted
A 141 mile long figure-of-eight walk, mainly on tracks and green lanes passing many places of historic interest, crossing low hills, woods and arable land via Standon and Manuden to meet the cross-over point at Newport. It continues through Saffron Walden and over the low Bartlow Hills to Horseheath and the Fleam Dyke, to enter Cambridge, the return route passing through Melbourn and Chrishall to Newport, continuing via Debden, Thaxted, Takeley and Hatfield Forest. The waymarked Five Parishes Millennium Boundary Walk (15 miles) is a circular route using part of the Harcamlow Way at Tilty. The waymarked Wimpole Way (11 miles and on OS mapping) Way goes across farmland and through the villages of Caldecote and Kingston to the eighteenth-century Wimpole Hall and Park and is part of the Harcamlow Way. With the Clopton Way it links the Greensand Ridge Walk with Cambridge.
English Perpendicular Church in Thaxted This really is a fine church with a 181 foot spire dominating the town of Thaxted on a slight hill. English Perpendicular church built between 1340 and 1510, - one of the largest in Essex, and a testament to the wealth of the town during the Middle Ages. Grade I Listed Building.
English Perpendicular Church in Thaxted
This really is a fine church with a 181 foot spire dominating the town of Thaxted on a slight hill. English Perpendicular church built between 1340 and 1510, - one of the largest in Essex, and a testament to the wealth of the town during the Middle Ages. Grade I Listed Building.
Entrance to Thaxted Parish Church from Watling Street Gives access to the North Aisle. This really is a fine church with a 181 foot spire dominating the town of Thaxted on a slight hill. English Perpendicular church built between 1340 and 1510, - one of the largest in Essex, and a testament to the wealth of the town during the Middle Ages. Grade I Listed Building.
Entrance to Thaxted Parish Church from Watling Street
Gives access to the North Aisle. This really is a fine church with a 181 foot spire dominating the town of Thaxted on a slight hill. English Perpendicular church built between 1340 and 1510, - one of the largest in Essex, and a testament to the wealth of the town during the Middle Ages. Grade I Listed Building.
Newbiggen Street, Thaxted The B184 on Newbiggen Street, sweeps round a sharp corner into the Bullring and down Watling Street into the town centre - passing the Swan Hotel and the English Perpendicular Parish Church.
Newbiggen Street, Thaxted
The B184 on Newbiggen Street, sweeps round a sharp corner into the Bullring and down Watling Street into the town centre - passing the Swan Hotel and the English Perpendicular Parish Church.
Approaching Thaxted from the south Thaxted's windmill and church occupy high ground overlooking the Chelmer valley.
Approaching Thaxted from the south
Thaxted's windmill and church occupy high ground overlooking the Chelmer valley.
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John Webb's windmill, Thaxted
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Brown's Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL5929 (Lat: 51.944435, Lng: 0.31802891)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Uttlesford

Police Authority: Essex

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