Avesey Wood

Wood, Forest in Essex Uttlesford

England

Avesey Wood

Blamster's Hall These are outbuildings of Blamster's Hall, seen across the B184 near the hamlet of Radley's End.
Blamster's Hall Credit: Marathon

Avesey Wood is a charming woodland located in Essex, England. Covering an area of approximately 20 hectares, the wood is nestled within the rural landscape of the county, offering a peaceful and tranquil retreat for nature enthusiasts and local residents alike. The wood is predominantly composed of mixed deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem.

Situated on the outskirts of the village of Avesey, the wood has a long history and has been a significant part of the local community for centuries. It is believed that the wood was once part of a larger ancient forest that covered the region. Today, it serves as an important habitat for various bird species, including woodpeckers, tits, and thrushes, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Avesey Wood offers a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their leisure. The woodland paths wind through the trees, providing a picturesque setting for leisurely walks and peaceful picnics. The wood also boasts a small pond, attracting a variety of wildlife, such as ducks and dragonflies.

Managed by a local conservation organization, Avesey Wood is carefully maintained to preserve its natural integrity and protect its diverse flora and fauna. Regular maintenance includes selective tree thinning and the removal of invasive species to promote the growth of native vegetation.

Overall, Avesey Wood is a cherished natural gem in Essex, providing an idyllic setting for nature lovers to immerse themselves in the beauty of the local woodlands and observe the abundant wildlife that call it home.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.928432/0.36527797 or Grid Reference TL6228. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Blamster's Hall These are outbuildings of Blamster's Hall, seen across the B184 near the hamlet of Radley's End.
Blamster's Hall
These are outbuildings of Blamster's Hall, seen across the B184 near the hamlet of Radley's End.
Radley's End This is the B184 near the hamlet of Radley's End looking up to Greenarbour in the distance.
Radley's End
This is the B184 near the hamlet of Radley's End looking up to Greenarbour in the distance.
Greenarbour near Radley's End This is the B184 near the hamlet of Radley's End looking up to Greenarbour.
Greenarbour near Radley's End
This is the B184 near the hamlet of Radley's End looking up to Greenarbour.
Approach to Little Cambridge Little Cambridge is indeed little, consisting of just a handful of houses.
Approach to Little Cambridge
Little Cambridge is indeed little, consisting of just a handful of houses.
The road to Little Cambridge Little Cambridge is indeed little, consisting of just a handful of houses.
The road to Little Cambridge
Little Cambridge is indeed little, consisting of just a handful of houses.
The road to Lindsell The road crosses a small stream here. Breach Lane leads off to the right just beyond.
The road to Lindsell
The road crosses a small stream here. Breach Lane leads off to the right just beyond.
The road to Little Cambridge Breach Lane leads off to the left and just beyond the road crosses a small stream.
The road to Little Cambridge
Breach Lane leads off to the left and just beyond the road crosses a small stream.
Gallows Green Road Gallows Wood lies just ahead with a suitable sky to go with the name.
Gallows Green Road
Gallows Wood lies just ahead with a suitable sky to go with the name.
Gallows Green Road The village of Lindsell is a little way ahead.
Gallows Green Road
The village of Lindsell is a little way ahead.
Lane at Gallows Green This lane leads off Gallows Green Road but only goes as far as Bush Farm.
Lane at Gallows Green
This lane leads off Gallows Green Road but only goes as far as Bush Farm.
Field alongside Gallows Green Road Gallows Green Road is to the left of the field with Gallows Wood beyond that.
Field alongside Gallows Green Road
Gallows Green Road is to the left of the field with Gallows Wood beyond that.
Gallows Green Road Gallows Wood lies just ahead and Gallows Green is beyond that.
Gallows Green Road
Gallows Wood lies just ahead and Gallows Green is beyond that.
Approach to St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell Pevsner describes St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell as "A charming approach through the yard of Lindsell Hall." The church tower can just be seen peeping over the barn.
Approach to St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell
Pevsner describes St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell as "A charming approach through the yard of Lindsell Hall." The church tower can just be seen peeping over the barn.
St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell Pevsner describes St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell as "A charming approach through the yard of Lindsell Hall." He goes on to say "The church is small and compact, and of an unusual colour ... The tower moreover is in an unusual position, at the south-west end. It is of the late 16th century, stone, with diagonal buttress and battlements." The nave shows evidence of a Norman building.
St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell
Pevsner describes St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell as "A charming approach through the yard of Lindsell Hall." He goes on to say "The church is small and compact, and of an unusual colour ... The tower moreover is in an unusual position, at the south-west end. It is of the late 16th century, stone, with diagonal buttress and battlements." The nave shows evidence of a Norman building.
St Mary the Virgin Churchyard, Lindsell Pevsner describes St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell as "A charming approach through the yard of Lindsell Hall." He goes on to say "The church is small and compact, and of an unusual colour ... The tower moreover is in an unusual position, at the south-west end. It is of the late 16th century, stone, with diagonal buttress and battlements." The nave shows evidence of a Norman building.

The churchyard too is delightful and has the feel of a real country churchyard. It is peaceful and this path to the south of the church descends beyond the churchyard into woodland.
St Mary the Virgin Churchyard, Lindsell
Pevsner describes St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell as "A charming approach through the yard of Lindsell Hall." He goes on to say "The church is small and compact, and of an unusual colour ... The tower moreover is in an unusual position, at the south-west end. It is of the late 16th century, stone, with diagonal buttress and battlements." The nave shows evidence of a Norman building. The churchyard too is delightful and has the feel of a real country churchyard. It is peaceful and this path to the south of the church descends beyond the churchyard into woodland.
Path in St Mary the Virgin Churchyard, Lindsell Pevsner describes St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell as "A charming approach through the yard of Lindsell Hall." He goes on to say "The church is small and compact, and of an unusual colour ... The tower moreover is in an unusual position, at the south-west end. It is of the late 16th century, stone, with diagonal buttress and battlements." The nave shows evidence of a Norman building.

The churchyard too is delightful and has the feel of a real country churchyard. It is peaceful and this path to the south of the church descends beyond the churchyard into woodland.
Path in St Mary the Virgin Churchyard, Lindsell
Pevsner describes St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell as "A charming approach through the yard of Lindsell Hall." He goes on to say "The church is small and compact, and of an unusual colour ... The tower moreover is in an unusual position, at the south-west end. It is of the late 16th century, stone, with diagonal buttress and battlements." The nave shows evidence of a Norman building. The churchyard too is delightful and has the feel of a real country churchyard. It is peaceful and this path to the south of the church descends beyond the churchyard into woodland.
St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell Pevsner describes St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell as "A charming approach through the yard of Lindsell Hall." He goes on to say "The church is small and compact, and of an unusual colour ... The tower moreover is in an unusual position, at the south-west end. It is of the late 16th century, stone, with diagonal buttress and battlements." The nave shows evidence of a Norman building.

The churchyard too is delightful and has the feel of a real country churchyard. It is peaceful and a path to the south of the church descends beyond the churchyard into woodland - see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4951314" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4951314">Link</a>
St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell
Pevsner describes St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell as "A charming approach through the yard of Lindsell Hall." He goes on to say "The church is small and compact, and of an unusual colour ... The tower moreover is in an unusual position, at the south-west end. It is of the late 16th century, stone, with diagonal buttress and battlements." The nave shows evidence of a Norman building. The churchyard too is delightful and has the feel of a real country churchyard. It is peaceful and a path to the south of the church descends beyond the churchyard into woodland - see Link
Interior of St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell Pevsner describes St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell as "A charming approach through the yard of Lindsell Hall." He goes on to say "The church is small and compact, and of an unusual colour ... The tower moreover is in an unusual position, at the south-west end. It is of the late 16th century, stone, with diagonal buttress and battlements." The nave shows evidence of a Norman building.

The arch to the chancel is clearly Norman and to the right of it is a squinch arch which enabled members of the congregation in the south aisle to see the communion in the chancel. The glass in the east window dates from the 13th century to the 16th century.
Interior of St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell
Pevsner describes St Mary the Virgin Church, Lindsell as "A charming approach through the yard of Lindsell Hall." He goes on to say "The church is small and compact, and of an unusual colour ... The tower moreover is in an unusual position, at the south-west end. It is of the late 16th century, stone, with diagonal buttress and battlements." The nave shows evidence of a Norman building. The arch to the chancel is clearly Norman and to the right of it is a squinch arch which enabled members of the congregation in the south aisle to see the communion in the chancel. The glass in the east window dates from the 13th century to the 16th century.
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Avesey Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL6228 (Lat: 51.928432, Lng: 0.36527797)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Uttlesford

Police Authority: Essex

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