Beeches Wood

Wood, Forest in Essex Rochford

England

Beeches Wood

Railway to Hockley Looking towards Hockley station, this is on the Shenfield to Southend Line, built by the Great Eastern Railway in 1889.

Taken from the public footpath crossing.
Railway to Hockley Credit: Roger Jones

Beeches Wood, located in Essex, England, is a picturesque woodland known for its abundant beech trees. Spanning over a vast area, the wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and locals seeking a tranquil retreat from the bustling city life.

The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of towering beech trees, which create a cool and shaded atmosphere even on the warmest of days. The beech trees, with their smooth silver-grey bark and vibrant green leaves, provide a stunning backdrop throughout the year. During spring, the wood is transformed into a sea of bluebells, creating a breathtaking sight and attracting numerous visitors.

Beeches Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers and birdwatchers. Visitors can spot various species of birds, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, and warblers, as well as small mammals such as squirrels and rabbits. The wood also boasts a rich insect population, with butterflies and dragonflies adding splashes of color to the surroundings.

With its well-maintained footpaths and trails, Beeches Wood offers ample opportunities for walking, jogging, and cycling. The peaceful ambiance and beautiful scenery make it an excellent location for picnics and family outings. The wood is also a favored spot for photography enthusiasts, who can capture the stunning natural beauty and capture unique wildlife moments.

Overall, Beeches Wood in Essex is a captivating woodland retreat, offering a serene escape from the urban environment and allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.

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Beeches Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.596089/0.63791562 or Grid Reference TQ8291. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Railway to Hockley Looking towards Hockley station, this is on the Shenfield to Southend Line, built by the Great Eastern Railway in 1889.

Taken from the public footpath crossing.
Railway to Hockley
Looking towards Hockley station, this is on the Shenfield to Southend Line, built by the Great Eastern Railway in 1889. Taken from the public footpath crossing.
Green near Rayleigh Lodge If possible I try and find some green space in a square, there was very little is this particular square, but I did find this green near the "Rayleigh Lodge" pub.
Green near Rayleigh Lodge
If possible I try and find some green space in a square, there was very little is this particular square, but I did find this green near the "Rayleigh Lodge" pub.
Open land near Victoria Road, Rayleigh <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rayleigh,_Essex" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rayleigh,_Essex">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>
Open land near Victoria Road, Rayleigh
Marylands Nature Reserve, Hockley View into a wooded section of Marylands Nature Reserve, which is managed by Hockley Parish Council: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.hockley-essex.gov.uk/facilities/parks-and-open-spaces/marylands-nature-reserve/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.hockley-essex.gov.uk/facilities/parks-and-open-spaces/marylands-nature-reserve/">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>
Marylands Nature Reserve, Hockley
View into a wooded section of Marylands Nature Reserve, which is managed by Hockley Parish Council: LinkExternal link
Horses in field, Cherry Orchard Jubilee Country Park Cherry Orchard Jubilee Country Park is managed by Rochford District Council: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.rochford.gov.uk/leisure-and-tourism/woodlands-parks-and-open-spaces/cherry-orchard-jubilee-country-park" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.rochford.gov.uk/leisure-and-tourism/woodlands-parks-and-open-spaces/cherry-orchard-jubilee-country-park">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> , they say:

"Situated in the rolling countryside of the Roach Valley at the south of the District, the 200 acre beautiful wildlife park continues to mature, providing unique recreational facilities for residents and visitors to the area.  The woodland, lake, open grassland and network of connecting paths and bridleways also provide habitat for a huge range of animals and plants...

The park is taking shape out of a vision of turning an area of farmland into a public open space where everyone can enjoy all that the countryside has to offer. There are numerous public rights of way for walkers, cyclists and horse riders to enjoy. Three areas of open grassland have been established with various types of grasses including Cocksfoot, Timothy and Yorkshire Fog. These will be mown to create species-rich meadows."
Horses in field, Cherry Orchard Jubilee Country Park
Cherry Orchard Jubilee Country Park is managed by Rochford District Council: LinkExternal link , they say: "Situated in the rolling countryside of the Roach Valley at the south of the District, the 200 acre beautiful wildlife park continues to mature, providing unique recreational facilities for residents and visitors to the area. The woodland, lake, open grassland and network of connecting paths and bridleways also provide habitat for a huge range of animals and plants... The park is taking shape out of a vision of turning an area of farmland into a public open space where everyone can enjoy all that the countryside has to offer. There are numerous public rights of way for walkers, cyclists and horse riders to enjoy. Three areas of open grassland have been established with various types of grasses including Cocksfoot, Timothy and Yorkshire Fog. These will be mown to create species-rich meadows."
Footpath near Rawreth-Hall Wood, Cherry Orchard Jubilee Country Park Cherry Orchard Jubilee Country Park is managed by Rochford District Council: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.rochford.gov.uk/leisure-and-tourism/woodlands-parks-and-open-spaces/cherry-orchard-jubilee-country-park" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.rochford.gov.uk/leisure-and-tourism/woodlands-parks-and-open-spaces/cherry-orchard-jubilee-country-park">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> , they say:

"Situated in the rolling countryside of the Roach Valley at the south of the District, the 200 acre beautiful wildlife park continues to mature, providing unique recreational facilities for residents and visitors to the area.  The woodland, lake, open grassland and network of connecting paths and bridleways also provide habitat for a huge range of animals and plants...

The park is taking shape out of a vision of turning an area of farmland into a public open space where everyone can enjoy all that the countryside has to offer. There are numerous public rights of way for walkers, cyclists and horse riders to enjoy. Three areas of open grassland have been established with various types of grasses including Cocksfoot, Timothy and Yorkshire Fog. These will be mown to create species-rich meadows."
Footpath near Rawreth-Hall Wood, Cherry Orchard Jubilee Country Park
Cherry Orchard Jubilee Country Park is managed by Rochford District Council: LinkExternal link , they say: "Situated in the rolling countryside of the Roach Valley at the south of the District, the 200 acre beautiful wildlife park continues to mature, providing unique recreational facilities for residents and visitors to the area. The woodland, lake, open grassland and network of connecting paths and bridleways also provide habitat for a huge range of animals and plants... The park is taking shape out of a vision of turning an area of farmland into a public open space where everyone can enjoy all that the countryside has to offer. There are numerous public rights of way for walkers, cyclists and horse riders to enjoy. Three areas of open grassland have been established with various types of grasses including Cocksfoot, Timothy and Yorkshire Fog. These will be mown to create species-rich meadows."
Fence and hedge New "wildlife strip" bordering Bull Wood along the public footpath
Fence and hedge
New "wildlife strip" bordering Bull Wood along the public footpath
Footpath to Hockley Woods
Footpath to Hockley Woods
Greensward Lane, Hockley
Greensward Lane, Hockley
Entrance to Ferndale Open Space With a child care establishment.
Entrance to Ferndale Open Space
With a child care establishment.
Back of houses on Ferndale Road Viewed from  Ferndale Open Space.
Back of houses on Ferndale Road
Viewed from Ferndale Open Space.
Child care premises, Ferndale Open Space
Child care premises, Ferndale Open Space
Bunker, Lords Golf and Country Club
Bunker, Lords Golf and Country Club
Path towards golf course Not a public route.
Path towards golf course
Not a public route.
Field behind house on Ferndale Road A sort of extended back garden, apparently grazing for something.
Field behind house on Ferndale Road
A sort of extended back garden, apparently grazing for something.
Track to Ferndale Open Space
Track to Ferndale Open Space
Hockley fingerpost Fingerpost with two remaining arms
Hockley fingerpost
Fingerpost with two remaining arms
Hockley Village Sign I have lived in the area for five years. Today is the first time I have noticed this village sign.
Hockley Village Sign
I have lived in the area for five years. Today is the first time I have noticed this village sign.
Show me another place!

Beeches Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ8291 (Lat: 51.596089, Lng: 0.63791562)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Rochford

Police Authority: Essex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.596089,0.63791562
Bullwood Hall
Historic Amenity: prison
Note: Closed in March 2013
Lat/Long: 51.5937912/0.6335128
Mini Roundabout
Lat/Long: 51.5943934/0.6318244
Access: private
Man Made: water_tower
Lat/Long: 51.5991901/0.6327252
Addr Housenumber: 2
Addr Postcode: SS5 4FZ
Addr Street: Samuel Bailey Drive
Lat/Long: 51.5939455/0.6340867
Whitbreds Wood
Natural: wood
Lat/Long: 51.5936904/0.636782
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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