The Wilderness

Wood, Forest in Essex Maldon

England

The Wilderness

Stream in Woodham Walter Common The Essex Wildlife Trust manages a block of nearly 250 acres of nature reserves on Danbury Ridge.

There are a range of habitats including woodland, heathland, marsh, pools, streams and bogs.

The reserves comprise: Scrubs Wood SSSI, Little Baddow Heath (mostly SSSI), Poors Piece SSSI, Pheasanthouse Wood SSSI, Birch Wood SSSI and Woodham Walter Common SSSI.

A signposted nature trail starts at Runsell Lane, Danbury, see: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2443548">TL7806 : Nature Trail Map</a>

External links:
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.essexwt.org.uk/nature-reserves/danbury-ridge" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.essexwt.org.uk/nature-reserves/danbury-ridge">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>
<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.wildessex.net/sites/Danbury%20Ridge.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.wildessex.net/sites/Danbury%20Ridge.htm">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> — Stream in Woodham Walter Common Credit: Roger Jones

The Wilderness is a large expanse of woodland located in Essex, England. It spans an area of approximately 1,000 acres, making it one of the largest forests in the region. The forest is known for its diverse range of native trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a rich and vibrant ecosystem.

The Wilderness is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike. It offers a variety of walking trails and pathways, allowing visitors to explore the forest at their own pace. These trails provide opportunities to observe the local wildlife, such as deer, foxes, and various bird species.

The forest is also home to several picturesque ponds and streams, which add to the natural beauty of the area. These water bodies attract a wide array of aquatic life and provide a tranquil setting for visitors to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

In addition to its natural beauty, The Wilderness has a rich cultural history. It has been a significant site for centuries, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Iron Age. The forest has also been subject to various management practices over the years, including timber harvesting and conservation efforts.

Overall, The Wilderness offers a unique and diverse experience for visitors. Its vast woodland, diverse wildlife, and cultural history make it an ideal destination for those seeking to connect with nature and explore the beauty of Essex's countryside.

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The Wilderness Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.731208/0.62337315 or Grid Reference TL8106. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stream in Woodham Walter Common

The Essex Wildlife Trust manages a block of nearly 250 acres of nature reserves on Danbury Ridge. There are a range of habitats including woodland, heathland, marsh, pools, streams and bogs. The reserves comprise: Scrubs Wood SSSI, Little Baddow Heath (mostly SSSI), Poors Piece SSSI, Pheasanthouse Wood SSSI, Birch Wood SSSI and Woodham Walter Common SSSI. A signposted nature trail starts at Runsell Lane, Danbury, see: TL7806 : Nature Trail Map External links: Link

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Roger Jones

The River Chelmer

The river proper re-joins the Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation below Hoe Mill Lock having passed a weir and sluice a little further upstream

John Myers

Parish church and signpost at Woodham Walter

A pleasant view marred by the tangle of overhead cables. The signpost was a product of Maldon Iron Works and dates back to the 1920s.

John V Nicholls

Bell Inn, Woodham Walter, Essex

This inn dates from the late 16th to early 17th century.

Robert Edwards

Blue plaque, Woodham Mortimer Hall

At the Gates Of the Hall.

John Myers

Thrift Wood, Woodham Mortimer

View south-east along the small brook that forms the field boundary.

John Myers

The Queen Victoria, Woodham Walter

One of three pubs in Woodham Walter.

John Myers

The Cats, Woodham Walter

Rather unusual pub hidden away to the north of the village.

John Myers

Curling Tye Green

Three very minor roads converge at this very minor green.

John Myers

Bog Wood, Maldon

View north-west along wood edge.

John Myers

Beeleigh Lodge, Maldon

Large house on London Road neighbouring Brook Farm.

John Myers

The Gates of Woodham Mortimer Place

Try as I might, I couldn't get a decent shot of the house from anywhere on the perimeter roads. The house looks very photogenic but is superbly screened by vegetation.

John Myers

Farmland opposite Hoe Mill Barns

Robert Edwards

'The Queen Victoria' public house at Woodham Walter, Essex

Robert Edwards

Lane leading to Lodge Farm

Robert Edwards

Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation

This is the Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation as seen from the Bridge near Hoe Mill Lock, looking downstream. The natural course is to the right the lock stands on a canalised cut. For info on the Chelmer see Link

Glyn Baker

Ulting WQMS

The building in this picture is Ulting Water Quality Measurement Station on the River Chelmer. It used to simply be a gauging station but its upgrading seems to have got the Environment Agency TL8108 : Confused?.

Glyn Baker

Confused?

The G.R on the old gauging station sign is good enough even if it indicates a location about 250m downstream. The new TL8108 : Ulting WQMS sign however shows a location the best part of a km west in the middle of a fishing lake in Ulting, at least the northing is correct. The GPS reading is inset (ignore the direction indicator it only works when moving)

Glyn Baker

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The Wilderness is located at Grid Ref: TL8106 (Lat: 51.731208, Lng: 0.62337315)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Maldon

Police Authority: Essex