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Mann Wood

Wood, Forest in Essex Chelmsford

England

Mann Wood

Heading for Whites Lane The tarmac surface has seen better days, but still serves as a footpath from Great Leighs.
Heading for Whites Lane Credit: Chris Heaton

Mann Wood is a beautiful forested area located in Essex, England. Covering an expansive area of land, the wood is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The wood is predominantly made up of a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a diverse and picturesque landscape.

The wood is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, with numerous species of plants, birds, mammals, and insects thriving within its boundaries. Visitors to Mann Wood can expect to see ancient oak and beech trees, as well as other native species such as holly, birch, and pine. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich array of wildflowers, adding bursts of color to the surroundings.

For those interested in wildlife spotting, Mann Wood provides ample opportunities. The wood is home to an array of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Small mammals such as squirrels and rabbits are also commonly seen, while lucky visitors may even catch a glimpse of a deer or fox.

In addition to its natural beauty, Mann Wood offers several recreational activities for visitors. There are well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the wood at their own pace. These trails provide opportunities for hiking and nature walks, providing an immersive experience in the heart of nature.

Overall, Mann Wood is a stunning natural area that offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking to connect with nature. Its diverse ecosystem, scenic beauty, and recreational opportunities make it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.826352/0.52374954 or Grid Reference TL7417. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Heading for Whites Lane The tarmac surface has seen better days, but still serves as a footpath from Great Leighs.
Heading for Whites Lane
The tarmac surface has seen better days, but still serves as a footpath from Great Leighs.
The A131 bypassing Great Leighs Starting our walk at the end of a previous walk <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6642478">TL7216 : The A131 bypassing Great Leighs</a>
The A131 bypassing Great Leighs
Starting our walk at the end of a previous walk TL7216 : The A131 bypassing Great Leighs
Braintree Road, Fuller Street
Braintree Road, Fuller Street
Braintree Road, Fuller Street
Braintree Road, Fuller Street
Parkland by the stream in Fuller Street The stream runs into the River Ter just to the south.
Parkland by the stream in Fuller Street
The stream runs into the River Ter just to the south.
Cole Hill, Church End
Cole Hill, Church End
Fields in Fuller Street
Fields in Fuller Street
Former Essex Show Ground/New Race Course, Great Leighs, Essex Located 5 miles north of Chelmsford on the A131, this former County Show Ground is being developed as a race course. With extensive groundworks being carried out it is hoping to enter the horse racing calendar for 2006. It will be Britain's newest race course since 1927.
Former Essex Show Ground/New Race Course, Great Leighs, Essex
Located 5 miles north of Chelmsford on the A131, this former County Show Ground is being developed as a race course. With extensive groundworks being carried out it is hoping to enter the horse racing calendar for 2006. It will be Britain's newest race course since 1927.
Orange Ladybirds, Great Leighs This modern sculpture of three metal bugs climbing metal blades of grass can be seen at the side of the new A131 Great Leighs By-Pass, Essex. Travelling north, towards Braintree, directly before the Rochester Farm Bridge, look to the left and there they can be seen standing about 4m tall!
Orange Ladybirds, Great Leighs
This modern sculpture of three metal bugs climbing metal blades of grass can be seen at the side of the new A131 Great Leighs By-Pass, Essex. Travelling north, towards Braintree, directly before the Rochester Farm Bridge, look to the left and there they can be seen standing about 4m tall!
St. Mary's church, Great Leighs, Essex Great Leighs church has a round Norman tower, one of only six such towers in Essex. The broach spire was built in 1882.
St. Mary's church, Great Leighs, Essex
Great Leighs church has a round Norman tower, one of only six such towers in Essex. The broach spire was built in 1882.
St. Annes Castle, Great Leighs, Essex This public house claims to be the oldest licensed premises in the country. Although it doesn't look old from the outside, due to a fire a 100 years ago, there are many features inside to prove its age.
St. Annes Castle, Great Leighs, Essex
This public house claims to be the oldest licensed premises in the country. Although it doesn't look old from the outside, due to a fire a 100 years ago, there are many features inside to prove its age.
'The Square & Compasses', Fuller Street, Essex Fuller Street is a small hamlet between Great Leighs and Fairstead. A public house has stood there since around 1926.
'The Square & Compasses', Fuller Street, Essex
Fuller Street is a small hamlet between Great Leighs and Fairstead. A public house has stood there since around 1926.
Hoping for Horses Being constructed on the site of the former Essex Showground at Great Leighs, is the first all new horse racing venue to be built in the UK since the nineteen twenties. The fun begins in October 2006. For more info see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.chelmsfordcityracecourse.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.chelmsfordcityracecourse.com/">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> .There is another view at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/65365">TL7318 : Former Essex Show Ground/New Race Course, Great Leighs, Essex</a>
Hoping for Horses
Being constructed on the site of the former Essex Showground at Great Leighs, is the first all new horse racing venue to be built in the UK since the nineteen twenties. The fun begins in October 2006. For more info see LinkExternal link .There is another view at TL7318 : Former Essex Show Ground/New Race Course, Great Leighs, Essex
Blixes Farm The road leads to Blixes Farm and its farm shop, but the row of cottages in the picture don't seem to be part of the farm.
Blixes Farm
The road leads to Blixes Farm and its farm shop, but the row of cottages in the picture don't seem to be part of the farm.
Public footpath just west of Ranks Green, Essex
Public footpath just west of Ranks Green, Essex
Lane that leads to Blue Barns
Lane that leads to Blue Barns
Junction at Great Leighs, Essex The road ahead leads to Church End and the turning off to the left, leads to Fuller Street.
Junction at Great Leighs, Essex
The road ahead leads to Church End and the turning off to the left, leads to Fuller Street.
A ford on Poulk Hall Lane
A ford on Poulk Hall Lane
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Mann Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL7417 (Lat: 51.826352, Lng: 0.52374954)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Chelmsford

Police Authority: Essex

What 3 Words

///niece.garlic.teeth. Near Great Leighs, Essex

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