Duke's Shaw

Wood, Forest in Kent Swale

England

Duke's Shaw

Entrance to Old Rectory Stables, Milstead The drive leads off Horn Hill.
Entrance to Old Rectory Stables, Milstead Credit: pam fray

Duke's Shaw, Kent, also known as Wood or Forest Shaw, is a picturesque area located in the county of Kent, England. Situated near the village of Charing, this woodland covers approximately 400 acres of land and is known for its scenic beauty and diverse wildlife.

Duke's Shaw is predominantly composed of broad-leaved trees, such as oak, beech, and chestnut, creating a dense and lush forest. The forest floor is covered with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, providing a rich habitat for various species of insects, birds, and small mammals.

The woodland is crisscrossed by numerous walking trails, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. These trails offer visitors the opportunity to explore the area's natural beauty and observe its wildlife up close. Additionally, there are designated picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the forest, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy the serene surroundings.

Duke's Shaw is not only a haven for nature lovers but also serves as an important ecological site. The woodland is part of a larger network of forests in Kent that contribute to the conservation of biodiversity and the protection of rare and endangered species.

Overall, Duke's Shaw, Kent, is a cherished natural treasure in the region, attracting visitors with its stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and tranquil atmosphere.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.303979/0.72448968 or Grid Reference TQ9059. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Entrance to Old Rectory Stables, Milstead The drive leads off Horn Hill.
Entrance to Old Rectory Stables, Milstead
The drive leads off Horn Hill.
Signpost and cottage, Milstead Northwards, Rawling Street leads to Sittingbourne, southwards Frinsted Road leads to Frinsted and Doddington. Rose Cottage is a Grade II listed building.
Signpost and cottage, Milstead
Northwards, Rawling Street leads to Sittingbourne, southwards Frinsted Road leads to Frinsted and Doddington. Rose Cottage is a Grade II listed building.
Rose Cottage, Milstead On Rawling Street, a Grade II listed building.
Rose Cottage, Milstead
On Rawling Street, a Grade II listed building.
Village sign, Milstead A wooden sign on the wall of the Village Hall. The plaque beneath states that it was carved by Mr. Norman Smithers and unveiled by Cllr. Jean Newman in 1993.
Village sign, Milstead
A wooden sign on the wall of the Village Hall. The plaque beneath states that it was carved by Mr. Norman Smithers and unveiled by Cllr. Jean Newman in 1993.
Ceramic tiles round the base of the Village Hall, Milstead One set of 26, one for each letter of the alphabet, created by local people. This is one of 8 contributed by Nigel Hobbins.
Ceramic tiles round the base of the Village Hall, Milstead
One set of 26, one for each letter of the alphabet, created by local people. This is one of 8 contributed by Nigel Hobbins.
Milstead Cricket Club ground and pavilion The entrance is in Rawling Street, opposite the Village Hall.
Milstead Cricket Club ground and pavilion
The entrance is in Rawling Street, opposite the Village Hall.
19th century gravestone in Milstead churchyard On the western side of the Church of St. Mary and the Holy Cross.
19th century gravestone in Milstead churchyard
On the western side of the Church of St. Mary and the Holy Cross.
Lych gate, the church of St. Mary and the Holy Cross, Milstead
Lych gate, the church of St. Mary and the Holy Cross, Milstead
Gravestone, the church of St. Mary and the Holy Cross, Milstead The remains of an 18th  century gravestone.
Gravestone, the church of St. Mary and the Holy Cross, Milstead
The remains of an 18th century gravestone.
Flooded road on Mintching Wood Lane Street View shows that it is common to have water here, even in late summer - <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.google.co.uk/maps/@51.2922289,0.7393942,3a,75y,356.57h,80.12t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sCAqZ_ztriv3A21Dsp1d4VQ!2e0!7i16384!8i8192?entry=ttu" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.google.co.uk/maps/@51.2922289,0.7393942,3a,75y,356.57h,80.12t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sCAqZ_ztriv3A21Dsp1d4VQ!2e0!7i16384!8i8192?entry=ttu">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>

This was particularly bad and necessitated walking along the bank to the left of the road.
Flooded road on Mintching Wood Lane
Street View shows that it is common to have water here, even in late summer - LinkExternal link This was particularly bad and necessitated walking along the bank to the left of the road.
View from Manor Road This short lane links Manor Road with Mintching Wood Lane.
View from Manor Road
This short lane links Manor Road with Mintching Wood Lane.
View from Manor Road This tree is standing alongside the short lane which links Manor Road with Mintching Wood Lane - see <a title="www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7672493" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7672493">Link</a>
View from Manor Road
This tree is standing alongside the short lane which links Manor Road with Mintching Wood Lane - see Link
Out of season apple trees This is seen from Manor Road. As can be seen, there are still a great many windfalls.
Out of season apple trees
This is seen from Manor Road. As can be seen, there are still a great many windfalls.
Apple orchard in December This is seen from Manor Road. As can be seen, there are still a great many windfalls.
Apple orchard in December
This is seen from Manor Road. As can be seen, there are still a great many windfalls.
An unusual war memorial The wording on the memorial states "In this field the 3rd Battalion Gloucestershire Regiment Lt Col G. H. Burges Commanding was encamped during the summers of 1916 - 1917". The memorial is next to Horn Hill and close to the entrance to the Girl Guiding Hall at Hornhill. See also <a title="www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7672535" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7672535">Link</a>
An unusual war memorial
The wording on the memorial states "In this field the 3rd Battalion Gloucestershire Regiment Lt Col G. H. Burges Commanding was encamped during the summers of 1916 - 1917". The memorial is next to Horn Hill and close to the entrance to the Girl Guiding Hall at Hornhill. See also Link
War memorial alongside Horn Hill The wording on the memorial states "In this field the 3rd Battalion Gloucestershire Regiment Lt Col G. H. Burges Commanding was encamped during the summers of 1916 - 1917". The memorial is next to Horn Hill and close to the entrance to the Girl Guiding Hall at Hornhill. See also <a title="www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7672531" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7672531">Link</a>
War memorial alongside Horn Hill
The wording on the memorial states "In this field the 3rd Battalion Gloucestershire Regiment Lt Col G. H. Burges Commanding was encamped during the summers of 1916 - 1917". The memorial is next to Horn Hill and close to the entrance to the Girl Guiding Hall at Hornhill. See also Link
Entrance to the Girl Guiding Hall at Hornhill This is seen from Horn Hill and is close to the war memorial seen at <a title="www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7672531" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7672531">Link</a>
Entrance to the Girl Guiding Hall at Hornhill
This is seen from Horn Hill and is close to the war memorial seen at Link
M2: Sawpit Road Bridge
M2: Sawpit Road Bridge
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Duke's Shaw is located at Grid Ref: TQ9059 (Lat: 51.303979, Lng: 0.72448968)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Swale

Police Authority: Kent

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