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Butt House Wood

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Butt House Wood

A rare tree in Beech Court Gardens, Challock To the west of the house is the Kalopanax septemlobus, the rarest tree in the garden. It is of the ivy family with leaves like eagle claws. In 2003 it flowered for the first time. It is native to Japan, China and Korea and arrived in Britain in 1865.
A rare tree in Beech Court Gardens, Challock Credit: pam fray

Butt House Wood is a small woodland located in the county of Kent, England. Situated near the village of Kent, the wood covers an area of approximately 20 acres. It is known for its diverse range of tree species and wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The woodland is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash. These trees provide a dense canopy that creates a sheltered and tranquil atmosphere within the wood. The forest floor is covered with an array of wildflowers and ferns, adding to its natural beauty.

Butt House Wood is home to a variety of wildlife, including several species of birds, such as woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. Small mammals like squirrels, rabbits, and hedgehogs can also be spotted in the area. The wood is particularly known for its population of deer, which can often be seen grazing peacefully in the early morning or late evening.

The wood offers several walking trails and paths that meander through its picturesque landscape, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. There are also picnic areas and benches strategically placed throughout the wood, providing an opportunity for visitors to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Overall, Butt House Wood is a charming woodland that offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its diverse flora and fauna, it provides a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and experience the beauty of Kent's countryside.

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A rare tree in Beech Court Gardens, Challock To the west of the house is the Kalopanax septemlobus, the rarest tree in the garden. It is of the ivy family with leaves like eagle claws. In 2003 it flowered for the first time. It is native to Japan, China and Korea and arrived in Britain in 1865.
A rare tree in Beech Court Gardens, Challock
To the west of the house is the Kalopanax septemlobus, the rarest tree in the garden. It is of the ivy family with leaves like eagle claws. In 2003 it flowered for the first time. It is native to Japan, China and Korea and arrived in Britain in 1865.
View of woodland near Bell's Forstal Seen from Loose Down Road.
View of woodland near Bell's Forstal
Seen from Loose Down Road.
Goatsbeard seed head (Tragopogon pratensis) The common name for this plant is Jack-go-to-bed-at-noon.
Goatsbeard seed head (Tragopogon pratensis)
The common name for this plant is Jack-go-to-bed-at-noon.
Track through Hurst Wood The track is a byway to the A251.
Track through Hurst Wood
The track is a byway to the A251.
Footpath near Landew's Farm Footpath from Green Lane through fields towards Chantry Wood.
Footpath near Landew's Farm
Footpath from Green Lane through fields towards Chantry Wood.
Track at Landew's Farm
Track at Landew's Farm
Field gate at Landew's Farm On footpath from Green Lane through fields towards Chantry Wood.
Field gate at Landew's Farm
On footpath from Green Lane through fields towards Chantry Wood.
Footpath near Landew's Farm Footpath from Green Lane through fields towards Chantry Wood.
Footpath near Landew's Farm
Footpath from Green Lane through fields towards Chantry Wood.
Green Lane Autumnal narrow lane looping on and off the A252 Canterbury Road. High Snoad Wood to the left.
Green Lane
Autumnal narrow lane looping on and off the A252 Canterbury Road. High Snoad Wood to the left.
The pond and oast at Beech Court Gardens Beech Court Gardens just outside Challock are well known for their collections of trees, rhododendrons, climbing roses and hydrangeas. They also serve lunches and teas in the old oast house which is here seen across the pond. The original traditional oast would have been on the right of this building. For more information see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.beechcourtgardens.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.beechcourtgardens.co.uk/">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>
The pond and oast at Beech Court Gardens
Beech Court Gardens just outside Challock are well known for their collections of trees, rhododendrons, climbing roses and hydrangeas. They also serve lunches and teas in the old oast house which is here seen across the pond. The original traditional oast would have been on the right of this building. For more information see LinkExternal link
Beech Court Beech Court Gardens just outside Challock are well known for their collections of trees, rhododendrons, climbing roses and hydrangeas. They also serve lunches and teas in the old oast house. This is the 15th century farmhouse of Beech Court. For more information see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.beechcourtgardens.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.beechcourtgardens.co.uk/">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>
Beech Court
Beech Court Gardens just outside Challock are well known for their collections of trees, rhododendrons, climbing roses and hydrangeas. They also serve lunches and teas in the old oast house. This is the 15th century farmhouse of Beech Court. For more information see LinkExternal link
The pond and oast at Beech Court Gardens Beech Court Gardens just outside Challock are well known for their collections of trees, rhododendrons, climbing roses and hydrangeas. They also serve lunches and teas inside and outside the old oast house which is here seen across the pond. The original traditional oast would have been on the right of this building. For more information see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.beechcourtgardens.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.beechcourtgardens.co.uk/">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>
The pond and oast at Beech Court Gardens
Beech Court Gardens just outside Challock are well known for their collections of trees, rhododendrons, climbing roses and hydrangeas. They also serve lunches and teas inside and outside the old oast house which is here seen across the pond. The original traditional oast would have been on the right of this building. For more information see LinkExternal link
Beech Court Gardens, Challock One of many clumps of foxgloves (Digitalis) growing in a shady area near the entrance to the gardens.
Beech Court Gardens, Challock
One of many clumps of foxgloves (Digitalis) growing in a shady area near the entrance to the gardens.
Beech Court Gardens, Challock Bird box and bell on the walls of the tea rooms.
Beech Court Gardens, Challock
Bird box and bell on the walls of the tea rooms.
Beech Court Gardens, Challock Looking across the pond towards Beech Court, a 17th and 19th century Grade II listed farmhouse. The gardens are open to the public at certain times.
Beech Court Gardens, Challock
Looking across the pond towards Beech Court, a 17th and 19th century Grade II listed farmhouse. The gardens are open to the public at certain times.
Beech Court Gardens, Challock The small pond is to the south of Beech Court, a Grade II listed farmhouse. The gardens are open to the public at certain times.
Beech Court Gardens, Challock
The small pond is to the south of Beech Court, a Grade II listed farmhouse. The gardens are open to the public at certain times.
Beech Court Gardens, Challock Some of the many resident hens with a cockerel in the courtyard outside the tea rooms.
Beech Court Gardens, Challock
Some of the many resident hens with a cockerel in the courtyard outside the tea rooms.
Great Paddock Farm, Canterbury Road The A252 runs 8 miles from Charing to Chilham <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7350978">TR0753 : A28, A252 junction</a>, linking the A20 (Maidstone to Ashford) with the A28 (Ashford to Canterbury).
Great Paddock Farm, Canterbury Road
The A252 runs 8 miles from Charing to Chilham TR0753 : A28, A252 junction, linking the A20 (Maidstone to Ashford) with the A28 (Ashford to Canterbury).
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Butt House Wood is located at Grid Ref: TR0051 (Lat: 51.226926, Lng: 0.87303405)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Ashford

Police Authority: Kent

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Located within 500m of 51.226926,0.87303405
Post Box
Collection Plate: CP7D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Old Ref: TN25 244
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: TN25 244D
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2023-11-24
Lat/Long: 51.2264212/0.8753965
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Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.2299208/0.8683963
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