Perry Wood

Wood, Forest in Kent Shepway

England

Perry Wood

Westenhanger Station Westenhanger station serves Westenhanger in Kent. The station is on the South Eastern Main Line 64 miles south east of London Charing Cross. All trains serving Westenhanger are operated by Southeastern. It serves Folkestone Racecourse and the village of Stanford. The station opened in 1844. — Westenhanger Station Credit: N Chadwick

Perry Wood, Kent, also known as Wood or Forest, is a picturesque and expansive woodland located in the southeastern part of England. Covering an area of approximately 400 acres, it is situated near the village of Selling, about 7 miles southeast of the city of Canterbury.

Perry Wood is renowned for its natural beauty and biodiversity. The woodland consists of a mix of ancient and semi-natural broadleaved trees, including oak, beech, ash, and birch. These majestic trees create a dense canopy, providing a shady and tranquil environment for visitors to explore.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, making it a popular destination for walkers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts. These paths wind through the wood, taking visitors on a journey through a diverse range of habitats, including ponds, meadows, and wetland areas. This variety of ecosystems supports a rich array of wildlife, such as deer, badgers, foxes, and numerous species of birds.

Perry Wood is managed by the Woodland Trust, a leading conservation charity in the UK. The Trust works tirelessly to protect and enhance the natural environment of the wood, ensuring its preservation for future generations to enjoy. As part of their efforts, they engage in activities such as tree planting, habitat restoration, and educational programs.

Overall, Perry Wood, Kent is a haven for nature lovers, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its ancient trees, diverse wildlife, and well-maintained trails make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a connection with nature.

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Westenhanger Station

Westenhanger station serves Westenhanger in Kent. The station is on the South Eastern Main Line 64 miles south east of London Charing Cross. All trains serving Westenhanger are operated by Southeastern. It serves Folkestone Racecourse and the village of Stanford. The station opened in 1844.

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Westenhanger Station

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HS1 and South Eastern Lines, Westenhanger

High Speed 1 (originally called The Channel Tunnel Rail Link or CTRL), is a 69-mile stretch of railway linking the Channel Tunnel and St Pancras station in London. Built at a cost of £5.2 billion, the line was opened on 14th November 2007, cutting Eurostar journey times by 40 minutes, compared with the previous route which was shared with local trains, restricting the speed severely. Trains travel at speeds up to 140mph on the high speed line. In June 2010 the government put the line up for sale for £1.5 billion.

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Former station house, Westenhanger

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Folkestone Racecourse

Folkestone Racecourse was a horse racing venue, until it closed in 2012. It is located in Westenhanger, by junction 11 of the M20 motorway and about two miles west of Folkestone. In 2013, the venue hosted the War and Peace show previously held at The Hop Farm at Beltring.

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Tollgate Cottage

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Folkestone Racecourse

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Footpath off Stone Street

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Road to the racecourse

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Folkestone Racecourse

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Entering Westenhanger

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Stone Street

A former Roman Road, which runs south for some 12 miles from Watling Street at Canterbury (the Roman 'Durovernum') to Lympne ('Lemanis') at the western edge of the Romney Marsh. Most of it is now the current B2068 road that runs from Canterbury to the M20 motorway. See also Link

for other Roman Roads. Note: Another Stone Street, is from Magnis (Kenchester) in modern Herefordshire to Caerleon, Isca Augusta and the main Roman legionary base in the south of Roman Wales.

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Westenhanger

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Footpath waymarkers, Stone Street

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Stone Street

for other Roman Roads. Note: Another Stone Street, is from Magnis (Kenchester) in modern Herefordshire to Caerleon, Isca Augusta and the main Roman legionary base in the south of Roman Wales.

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Entering Westenhanger

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Little Greys, Stone Street

for other Roman Roads. Note: Another Stone Street, is from Magnis (Kenchester) in modern Herefordshire to Caerleon, Isca Augusta and the main Roman legionary base in the south of Roman Wales.

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