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Halden Wood

Wood, Forest in Kent Ashford

England

Halden Wood

Benenden Hospital situatated in East End outside the village
Benenden Hospital Credit: John Brown

Halden Wood, located in the county of Kent, England, is a picturesque forest known for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Covering an area of approximately 350 acres, this woodland is a popular destination among nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

The forest is characterized by a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, pine, and spruce, which create a diverse and vibrant landscape throughout the year. Halden Wood is particularly renowned for its stunning display of autumn colors, as the leaves of the trees turn vibrant shades of orange, red, and gold.

The woodland is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a wide array of bird species. Nature lovers can often spot these creatures roaming freely in their natural habitat, making Halden Wood an excellent place for wildlife observation and photography.

Visitors to Halden Wood can explore its numerous walking trails, which wind their way through the forest and offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. These paths are well-maintained and suitable for all levels of fitness, making them accessible to both casual strollers and avid hikers. The forest also features picnic areas and benches, providing a perfect spot for visitors to relax and enjoy the tranquility of the natural surroundings.

Halden Wood is easily accessible, located just a short drive from the town of Tenterden. It offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing a chance to reconnect with nature and immerse oneself in the beauty of this enchanting woodland.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.093217/0.61160016 or Grid Reference TQ8235. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Benenden Hospital situatated in East End outside the village
Benenden Hospital
situatated in East End outside the village
Oast House Early single small square kiln oast house. Probably early C18.
Oast House
Early single small square kiln oast house. Probably early C18.
Oast House An Oast House is a building used to dry fresh hops before they are sent to the brewers, to be used for flavouring beer. A traditional Oast House consists of the 'oast' and the 'stowage'. The oast was a kiln, with a plenum chamber fired by charcoal at ground floor and the drying floor directly above. The steep pitched roof channelled the hot air through the hops to the top. The stowage, was the barn section, it had a cooling floor and press at first floor and storage area at ground floor. Read more <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/article/Oast-Houses" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/article/Oast-Houses">Link</a>
Oast House
An Oast House is a building used to dry fresh hops before they are sent to the brewers, to be used for flavouring beer. A traditional Oast House consists of the 'oast' and the 'stowage'. The oast was a kiln, with a plenum chamber fired by charcoal at ground floor and the drying floor directly above. The steep pitched roof channelled the hot air through the hops to the top. The stowage, was the barn section, it had a cooling floor and press at first floor and storage area at ground floor. Read more Link
Oast House Well converted single round kiln oast house. Black weatherboarded stowage.
Oast House
Well converted single round kiln oast house. Black weatherboarded stowage.
Oast House
Oast House
Oast House Single round kiln oast house.
Oast House
Single round kiln oast house.
Path, Hemsted Forest In the part called Farningham Wood.
Path, Hemsted Forest
In the part called Farningham Wood.
Woodland management Recently thinned woodland near East End.
Woodland management
Recently thinned woodland near East End.
Public Road? The lane straight on is a dotted route on the OS maps - "other route with public access" - so in principle one should check with the highway authority for rights and restrictions.
Public Road?
The lane straight on is a dotted route on the OS maps - "other route with public access" - so in principle one should check with the highway authority for rights and restrictions.
Sheep and lambs The nearest lamb was quite intrigued with the sight of a photographer.
Sheep and lambs
The nearest lamb was quite intrigued with the sight of a photographer.
Bexhill Nurseries "For alpines perennials conifer shrubs".
Bexhill Nurseries
"For alpines perennials conifer shrubs".
House on the bend The lane has no mapped name, but is the lane with Bishopsden Farm on it, so could be Bishopsden Lane.
House on the bend
The lane has no mapped name, but is the lane with Bishopsden Farm on it, so could be Bishopsden Lane.
Bridleway, Hemsted Forest This runs dead straight for a mile.
Bridleway, Hemsted Forest
This runs dead straight for a mile.
An entrance, Hemsted Forest An extensive coniferous forest with free access.
An entrance, Hemsted Forest
An extensive coniferous forest with free access.
Footbridge, edge of Roger's Wood Somewhat askew for no obvious reason.
Footbridge, edge of Roger's Wood
Somewhat askew for no obvious reason.
Drive to Summer Hill Also a public footpath, with both a stone sign and a signpost.
Drive to Summer Hill
Also a public footpath, with both a stone sign and a signpost.
Garland Ward, Benenden Hospital Benenden Hospital was founded in 1907 as a sanatorium for Post Office employees and developed into the (subscription paying) hospital of the Civil Service & Post Office staff. The name of the organisation is now the Benenden Healthcare Society though the principles of the organisation are as before.
Garland Ward, Benenden Hospital
Benenden Hospital was founded in 1907 as a sanatorium for Post Office employees and developed into the (subscription paying) hospital of the Civil Service & Post Office staff. The name of the organisation is now the Benenden Healthcare Society though the principles of the organisation are as before.
Benenden Hospital from Green Lane Benenden Hospital was founded in 1907 as a sanatorium for Post Office employees and developed into the (subscription paying) hospital of the Civil Service & Post Office staff. The name of the organisation is now the Benenden Healthcare Society though the principles of the organisation are as before. The premises extend on both sides of Green Lane.
Benenden Hospital from Green Lane
Benenden Hospital was founded in 1907 as a sanatorium for Post Office employees and developed into the (subscription paying) hospital of the Civil Service & Post Office staff. The name of the organisation is now the Benenden Healthcare Society though the principles of the organisation are as before. The premises extend on both sides of Green Lane.
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Halden Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ8235 (Lat: 51.093217, Lng: 0.61160016)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Ashford

Police Authority: Kent

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