Coronation Grove

Wood, Forest in Essex Colchester

England

Coronation Grove

St Mary's Church Layer Breton Credit: PAUL FARMER

Coronation Grove is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Essex, England. Situated near the village of Wood, it forms part of a larger forested area that covers approximately 300 acres. The grove is renowned for its natural beauty and serves as a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy overhead. This lush vegetation provides a sanctuary for a diverse range of wildlife, including various bird species, squirrels, and occasional deer sightings. The forest floor is covered in a carpet of ferns, wildflowers, and moss, adding to the area's enchanting atmosphere.

Several well-maintained walking trails wind their way through Coronation Grove, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its hidden treasures. These paths are suitable for all fitness levels and are easily navigated, making it an ideal location for families and casual walkers. Along the way, benches and picnic areas are strategically placed, allowing visitors to pause and appreciate the tranquility of the surroundings.

The grove is also home to a small stream that meanders through the woodland, adding a touch of serenity to the already idyllic setting. The sound of babbling water and the sight of dappled sunlight filtering through the trees create a truly magical ambiance.

Coronation Grove is open to the public year-round and admission is free. With its abundant flora and fauna, peaceful atmosphere, and well-maintained trails, this woodland gem in Essex is a must-visit destination for those seeking a connection with nature.

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Coronation Grove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.848755/0.82457057 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

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

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