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Ladwood Wood

Wood, Forest in Kent Shepway

England

Ladwood Wood

Shipping containers These were the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6950400">TR2143 : Shipping containers</a>, which were in the lay-by in August 2021.
Shipping containers Credit: John Baker

Ladwood Wood, located in Kent, England, is a picturesque forest known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. Spanning over a vast area of land, it offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, mainly consisting of native species such as oak, beech, and ash. These towering trees provide a protective shelter for a wide range of flora and fauna, making Ladwood Wood a haven for biodiversity. Wildflowers, including bluebells and primroses, carpet the forest floor during spring, creating a stunning display of colors.

The wood is intersected by several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting surroundings. These well-maintained paths wind through the forest, providing glimpses of hidden glades, babbling brooks, and small ponds. Nature enthusiasts can spot various bird species, such as woodpeckers and owls, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits.

Ladwood Wood also has a rich history, with evidence of human activity dating back thousands of years. Archaeological discoveries have uncovered remnants of ancient settlements and burial mounds, indicating that the wood was once an important part of the local community.

Today, Ladwood Wood is managed by the local authorities, who strive to preserve its natural beauty and protect its diverse ecosystem. It remains a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for walking, wildlife watching, and peaceful contemplation amidst nature's grandeur.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.148112/1.1427186 or Grid Reference TR1943. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shipping containers These were the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6950400">TR2143 : Shipping containers</a>, which were in the lay-by in August 2021.
Shipping containers
These were the TR2143 : Shipping containers, which were in the lay-by in August 2021.
Storms’ damage A combination of Storm Eunice (the previous day) and Storm Franklin (overnight) caused these trees, beside the track to Winterdown Farm and Cottage, to be blown over. Courtesy of Storm Eunice, the properties had both suffered power cuts that lasted five minutes short of 50 hours.
Storms’ damage
A combination of Storm Eunice (the previous day) and Storm Franklin (overnight) caused these trees, beside the track to Winterdown Farm and Cottage, to be blown over. Courtesy of Storm Eunice, the properties had both suffered power cuts that lasted five minutes short of 50 hours.
Noticeboard in a field of sheep and lambs The noticeboard was advertising the 5 Nations British Rallycross to be held on Saturday 16th April and Monday 18th April at Lydden Hill Race Circuit. There was a shipping container, in a lay-by, behind the noticeboard.
Noticeboard in a field of sheep and lambs
The noticeboard was advertising the 5 Nations British Rallycross to be held on Saturday 16th April and Monday 18th April at Lydden Hill Race Circuit. There was a shipping container, in a lay-by, behind the noticeboard.
Damage by Storm Eunice In the garden of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1273012">TR2043 : Winterdown Cottage</a>. The damage was caused by the branch of a crack willow being torn off and coming to rest an angle. The incidence may have occurred on Friday 18 February when, at noon, there was an especially violent gust, which caused a lack of power (for 50 hours) to this and other properties in the vicinity.
Damage by Storm Eunice
In the garden of TR2043 : Winterdown Cottage. The damage was caused by the branch of a crack willow being torn off and coming to rest an angle. The incidence may have occurred on Friday 18 February when, at noon, there was an especially violent gust, which caused a lack of power (for 50 hours) to this and other properties in the vicinity.
Damage by Storm Eunice In the garden of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1273012">TR2043 : Winterdown Cottage</a>. The damage was caused by the branch of a crack willow being torn off and coming to rest an angle. The incidence may have occurred on Friday 18 February when, at noon, there was an especially violent gust, which caused a lack of power (for 50 hours) to this and other properties in the vicinity. This view of the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7152703">TR2043 : Damage by Storm Eunice</a> was taken from the northwest.
Damage by Storm Eunice
In the garden of TR2043 : Winterdown Cottage. The damage was caused by the branch of a crack willow being torn off and coming to rest an angle. The incidence may have occurred on Friday 18 February when, at noon, there was an especially violent gust, which caused a lack of power (for 50 hours) to this and other properties in the vicinity. This view of the TR2043 : Damage by Storm Eunice was taken from the northwest.
Damage by Storm Eunice A silver birch (betula pendula)) in the garden of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1273012">TR2043 : Winterdown Cottage</a> had the bottom of its trunk split by the force of the wind, which resulted in the tree adopting a pronounced lean. The incidence may have occurred on Friday 18 February when, at noon, there was an especially violent gust, which caused a lack of power (for 50 hours) to this and other properties in the vicinity.
Damage by Storm Eunice
A silver birch (betula pendula)) in the garden of TR2043 : Winterdown Cottage had the bottom of its trunk split by the force of the wind, which resulted in the tree adopting a pronounced lean. The incidence may have occurred on Friday 18 February when, at noon, there was an especially violent gust, which caused a lack of power (for 50 hours) to this and other properties in the vicinity.
A selection of trees In the garden of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1273012">TR2043 : Winterdown Cottage</a> showing the silver birch (betula pendula), which 14 years later suffered severe <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7154502">TR2043 : Damage by Storm Eunice</a>. .
A selection of trees
In the garden of TR2043 : Winterdown Cottage showing the silver birch (betula pendula), which 14 years later suffered severe TR2043 : Damage by Storm Eunice. .
Wasps’ nest In the garage of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1273012">TR2043 : Winterdown Cottage</a>.
Wasps’ nest
In the garage of TR2043 : Winterdown Cottage.
Direction Sign – Signpost at Rakeshole Farm on Reece Lane Located on the north side of the junction at Rakeshole Farm on Reece Lane in Elham parish. 3 arms and missing annulus finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2791033" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2791033">Link</a>. Milestone Society National ID: KE_TR2044
Direction Sign – Signpost at Rakeshole Farm on Reece Lane
Located on the north side of the junction at Rakeshole Farm on Reece Lane in Elham parish. 3 arms and missing annulus finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: KE_TR2044
Kissing gate On a footpath leading from near the house called Verchoyles to Dreal’s Farm, whose house can be seen to the left of the kissing gate.
Kissing gate
On a footpath leading from near the house called Verchoyles to Dreal’s Farm, whose house can be seen to the left of the kissing gate.
1, The Halt, Duck Street Compared with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3808946">TR1743 : 1 The Halt, Duck Street, Elham</a>, this view shows a newly built balcony. Planning permission was approved, with conditions, by Folkestone and Hythe District Council under application number Y14/0435/SH as a “section 73 application to vary condition 2 of planning permission Y12/0717/SH (erection of a two-storey side extension, a single storey rear extension, cladding to first floor front elevation and conversion of the existing garage to ancillary living accommodation) to enable the design to be amended including alterations to the fenestration to the proposed rear extension, provision of balcony to first floor front elevation and cladding to rear elevation”.
1, The Halt, Duck Street
Compared with TR1743 : 1 The Halt, Duck Street, Elham, this view shows a newly built balcony. Planning permission was approved, with conditions, by Folkestone and Hythe District Council under application number Y14/0435/SH as a “section 73 application to vary condition 2 of planning permission Y12/0717/SH (erection of a two-storey side extension, a single storey rear extension, cladding to first floor front elevation and conversion of the existing garage to ancillary living accommodation) to enable the design to be amended including alterations to the fenestration to the proposed rear extension, provision of balcony to first floor front elevation and cladding to rear elevation”.
The Old Carthouse, North Elham There are a couple of large piles of soil to the right of the house, where the ground seemed to have been excavated.
The Old Carthouse, North Elham
There are a couple of large piles of soil to the right of the house, where the ground seemed to have been excavated.
View through a gateway Towards Craft Shaw, which was coppiced last year.
View through a gateway
Towards Craft Shaw, which was coppiced last year.
Recently planted hedging One can see the Tuley tubes, in which each plant is encased, as they appear as an off-white line running from beside this gate, across the meadow and up the hillside.
Recently planted hedging
One can see the Tuley tubes, in which each plant is encased, as they appear as an off-white line running from beside this gate, across the meadow and up the hillside.
Court Cottage, Acrise A Grade II listed late 16th and early 17th century building with an 18th century front.
Court Cottage, Acrise
A Grade II listed late 16th and early 17th century building with an 18th century front.
Lanes at Acrise The track ahead leads to The Old Rectory, to the right the lane leads to Acrise and St. Martin's Church.
Lanes at Acrise
The track ahead leads to The Old Rectory, to the right the lane leads to Acrise and St. Martin's Church.
Oast House, Acrise An unusual oast house conversion on Hoad Road.
Oast House, Acrise
An unusual oast house conversion on Hoad Road.
St. Martin's Church, Acrise A Grade I listed building dating from the 11th century.
St. Martin's Church, Acrise
A Grade I listed building dating from the 11th century.
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Ladwood Wood is located at Grid Ref: TR1943 (Lat: 51.148112, Lng: 1.1427186)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Shepway

Police Authority: Kent

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