St Andrew's Wood

Wood, Forest in Kent Canterbury

England

St Andrew's Wood

The Hop Pocket, Bossingham
The Hop Pocket, Bossingham Credit: Nick Smith

St Andrew's Wood is a picturesque forest located in Kent, England. Nestled in the heart of the county, this woodland area covers an approximate area of 150 acres and is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The woodland is characterized by a diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the wood. The presence of various bird species, such as woodpeckers and robins, make it an ideal spot for birdwatching.

St Andrew's Wood offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These trails meander through the forest, offering glimpses of the peaceful surroundings and providing opportunities for hikers to immerse themselves in nature. The wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, badgers, and foxes, making it a haven for animal lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.

In addition to its natural beauty, St Andrew's Wood holds historical significance. It is believed that the area was once part of a larger forest that covered much of Kent during medieval times. Today, remnants of ancient trackways and boundary markers can still be found within the wood, providing a glimpse into its past.

Overall, St Andrew's Wood offers a tranquil and idyllic retreat for those seeking to connect with nature. With its stunning landscapes, diverse flora and fauna, and rich history, it is undoubtedly a hidden gem in the Kent countryside.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

St Andrew's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.218913/1.0824585 or Grid Reference TR1551. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Hop Pocket, Bossingham
The Hop Pocket, Bossingham
Entering Bossingham on Hardres Court Road
Entering Bossingham on Hardres Court Road
The Old Oast, Lynsore Bottom, Upper Hardres, Kent Single round kiln oast house. Flint built kiln walls. Cat icon to vane.
The Old Oast, Lynsore Bottom, Upper Hardres, Kent
Single round kiln oast house. Flint built kiln walls. Cat icon to vane.
Lynsore Bottom, Upper Hardres, Kent
Lynsore Bottom, Upper Hardres, Kent
Valley near Upper Hardres Wood Looking northwards from the permissive path.
Upper Hardres Wood is on the left.
Valley near Upper Hardres Wood
Looking northwards from the permissive path. Upper Hardres Wood is on the left.
Permissive bridleway  past Upper Hardres Wood A permissive bridleway leads around this large wood near Bossingham heading towards Hogg Lane and Stone Street.

See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://cwr.naturalengland.org.uk/Default.aspx?Module=CountryWalkDetails&Site=4241" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://cwr.naturalengland.org.uk/Default.aspx?Module=CountryWalkDetails&Site=4241">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> for more details about the path.
Permissive bridleway past Upper Hardres Wood
A permissive bridleway leads around this large wood near Bossingham heading towards Hogg Lane and Stone Street. See LinkExternal link for more details about the path.
Permissive bridleway past Upper Hardres Wood (2) A permissive bridleway leads around this large wood near Bossingham heading towards Hogg Lane and Stone Street.

See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://cwr.naturalengland.org.uk/Default.aspx?Module=CountryWalkDetails&Site=4241" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://cwr.naturalengland.org.uk/Default.aspx?Module=CountryWalkDetails&Site=4241">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> for more details about the route.
Permissive bridleway past Upper Hardres Wood (2)
A permissive bridleway leads around this large wood near Bossingham heading towards Hogg Lane and Stone Street. See LinkExternal link for more details about the route.
Permissive Path to Bossingham A permissive bridleway leads around the large wood of Upper Hardres Wood heading from Hogg Lane and Stone Street towards Lime Kiln Lane, Bossingham.

See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://cwr.naturalengland.org.uk/Default.aspx?Module=CountryWalkDetails&Site=4241" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://cwr.naturalengland.org.uk/Default.aspx?Module=CountryWalkDetails&Site=4241">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> for more details on the route.
Permissive Path to Bossingham
A permissive bridleway leads around the large wood of Upper Hardres Wood heading from Hogg Lane and Stone Street towards Lime Kiln Lane, Bossingham. See LinkExternal link for more details on the route.
Walnut Tree Farm In Lynsore Bottom. 
As seen from a footpath from Bossingham.
Walnut Tree Farm
In Lynsore Bottom. As seen from a footpath from Bossingham.
Thatched cottage, Lynsore Bottom Farm
Thatched cottage, Lynsore Bottom Farm
Church at Upper Hardres Court St. Peter & St. Paul church is a typical Kent flint church which in this case, is set on a very sharp corner in the road in rather a delightful setting.  It is a lovely little Church with its square tower unusually offset from the main nave.
Church at Upper Hardres Court
St. Peter & St. Paul church is a typical Kent flint church which in this case, is set on a very sharp corner in the road in rather a delightful setting. It is a lovely little Church with its square tower unusually offset from the main nave.
Looking SW along Woodgate.
Looking SW along Woodgate.
Looking NE along Woodgate.
Looking NE along Woodgate.
Looking W towards Pett Bottom from Woodgate.
Looking W towards Pett Bottom from Woodgate.
In the woods on Woodgate.
In the woods on Woodgate.
Gated track off Woodgate.
Gated track off Woodgate.
Grazing cattle from Woodgate.
Grazing cattle from Woodgate.
Junction of Bursted Hill, Woodgate and Pett Bottom roads.
Junction of Bursted Hill, Woodgate and Pett Bottom roads.
Show me another place!

St Andrew's Wood is located at Grid Ref: TR1551 (Lat: 51.218913, Lng: 1.0824585)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Canterbury

Police Authority: Kent

What 3 Words

///contents.chemistry.lunge. Near Bridge, Kent

Related Wikis

Upper Hardres

Upper Hardres is a village and civil parish in the City of Canterbury, in the district of Kent, England. The name of the Hardres family is perpetuated...

Pett Bottom (Canterbury)

Pett Bottom is a small settlement about five miles (8 km) south of Canterbury, Kent, England. The nearest village is Lower Hardres. It is in the civil...

Lower Hardres

Lower Hardres is a village and former civil parish, now in the parish of Lower Hardres and Nackington, in the City of Canterbury district of Kent, England...

Bossingham

Bossingham is a village in the parish of Upper Hardres and the district of the City of Canterbury, Kent, England. It is located about five miles (8 km...

Reed Mill, Kingston

Reed Mill is a tower mill in Kingston, Kent, England that was built in the early nineteenth century and worked until 1915, after which the mill was derelict...

Petham

Petham is a rural village and civil parish in the North Downs, five miles south of Canterbury in Kent, South East England. The village church is All Saints...

Lynsore Bottom

Lynsore Bottom is a 70.6-hectare (174-acre) biological Site of Special Scientific Interest north of Folkestone in Kent.These coppice with standards woods...

Bishopsbourne railway station

Bishopsbourne was a station on the Elham Valley Railway. It opened in 1889 and closed to passengers in 1940 and freight in 1947. == History == The station...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.218913,1.0824585
Post Box
Postal Code: CT4
Ref: CT4 84
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.2150077/1.0817774
Bus Stop
Hardres Court Farm
Flag: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 240099389
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Hardres Court Farm
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Hardres Court Farm
Naptan NaptanCode: kntgptgj
Naptan Street: Hardres Court Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.2147472/1.0816582
Bus Stop
Hardres Court Farm
Flag: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 240099391
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Hardres Court Farm
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Hardres Court Farm
Naptan NaptanCode: kntgptgd
Naptan Street: Hardres Court Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.2147404/1.0819155
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.2189769/1.0891362
Upper Hardres
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 51.2147819/1.0809017
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.2162417/1.0780642
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.2160555/1.0798442
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.2159939/1.0817584
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to St Andrew's Wood?

Leave your review of St Andrew's Wood below (or comments, questions and feedback).