The Bailey Meadow

Wood, Forest in Essex Colchester

England

The Bailey Meadow

St Mary's Church Layer Breton Credit: PAUL FARMER

The Bailey Meadow is a picturesque woodland and forest area located in Essex, England. Situated in close proximity to the town of Wood, this beautiful meadow covers a vast expanse of land, offering visitors a serene and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The woodland is characterized by its lush greenery and dense tree cover, providing a haven for a diverse range of flora and fauna. The area is home to various species of native trees such as oak, beech, and birch, creating a visually stunning landscape throughout the year.

Visitors to The Bailey Meadow can enjoy a multitude of activities, including hiking, walking, and nature photography. The forest features a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. Wildlife enthusiasts will be delighted by the abundance of animal species that call this place home, including deer, rabbits, and a wide variety of birds.

The meadow also boasts several picnic spots and seating areas, providing visitors with the perfect opportunity to relax and soak in the natural beauty of the surroundings. Additionally, the presence of a small river adds to the charm of the place, offering visitors the chance to spot aquatic life and enjoy the soothing sound of running water.

Overall, The Bailey Meadow in Essex is a hidden gem that offers a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. With its stunning woodland, diverse wildlife, and ample recreational opportunities, it is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking solace in the beauty of nature.

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The Bailey Meadow Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.845261/0.82217363 or Grid Reference TL9420. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Mary's Church Layer Breton

PAUL FARMER

Birch Green

Garages behind Greenfield Houses.

Burgess Von Thunen

Birch Green

Play area.

Burgess Von Thunen

Farmland near Birch

Ploughed field with Birch church in the background.

Burgess Von Thunen

Greenfield Houses

1950s council houses.

Burgess Von Thunen

New Hedge In Birch Green

When I was a nipper I remember this hedge-line being grubbed up, encouraged by the policies and financial incentives of the Ministry of Agriculture. Today in order to qualify for the Higher Level Stewardship Scheme subsidies hedges are in fashion once more! Link

Here volunteers from The Essex Wildlife Trust Link

Groundworks UK Link

and staff from Anglian Water (many thanks for the lunch folks!) are replanting the hedge with a mixture of native species. This is part of the Four Parishes Living Landscapes Project Link

that aims to restore four kilometres of hedgerow to provide a wildlife corridor between the dormice populations on TL8714 : Tiptree Heath and TL9721 : Roman River Reserve. The landowners get free trees and labour in exchange for a commitment to maintain the new hedge. See the end of the days toil at TL9419 : New Hedge in Pudding Lane and the results of a previous sortie at TL9318 : New Hedge on Winter's Hill

Glyn Baker

New Hedge in Pudding Lane

When I was a nipper I remember the hedges round here being grubbed up, encouraged by the policies and financial incentives of the Ministry of Agriculture. Today in order to qualify for the Higher Level Stewardship Scheme subsidies hedges are in fashion once more Link

Here volunteers from The Essex Wildlife Trust Link

Groundworks UK Link

and staff from Anglian Water are just completing a days work replanting the hedge with a mixture of native species. This is part of the four Parishes Living Landscapes Project Link

that aims to restore four kilometres of hedgerow to provide a wildlife corridor between the dormice populations on TL8714 : Tiptree Heath and TL9721 : Roman River Reserve. The landowners get free trees and labour in exchange for a commitment to maintain the new hedge. See the start of the days toil at TL9419 : New Hedge In Birch Green and the results of a previous sortie at TL9318 : New Hedge on Winter's Hill

Glyn Baker

Layer Breton Heath

Layer Breton Heath is currently being actively restored to a more traditional heathland, with the thinning of birches and management of gorse: The intention is to restore a significant amount back to acid grassland, while retaining woodland and several large areas of scrub. See Link

Link

Roger Jones

Layer Breton

Taken from the end of Shatters Road. The road ahead is Layer Breton Hill.

Trevor Harris

Pumping Station

A typical piece of 1930's architecture, the pump house for Abberton Reservoir.

Glyn Baker

Hare & Hounds at Layer Bretton Heath

This is the Hare & Hounds at Layer Bretton Heath. The piece of green in the foreground is the only bit of ground that remotely resembles a heath now. Over the past 30 years due to lack of grazing and control of grass fires the view from the pub has changed from open grassland and bramble bushes to young broad leaf woodland.

Glyn Baker

St. Peter's Church

In the village of Birch

Angela Tuff

Lake made from gravel pit

There are a lot of gravel pits in the Colchester area

Angela Tuff

St. Mary's church, Layer Breton, Essex

This church was built in 1923.

Robert Edwards

Roundbush Not Evident

This is the B1022 Maldon Road at Roundbush Corner the road to the left is Roundbush Road the turn off for TL9217 : Layer Marney Towers. In the background you can see the point where a high-tension power line goes underground it resurfaces at TL9019 : Underground Lines

Glyn Baker

Crop Rotation? at Garlands Farm

This lane connects Layer Bretton and Garlands Farm (in the background). The shot seems to show half of the classic Norfolk four-course rotation scheme with legumes to the right and cereal to the left.

Glyn Baker