Claysole Wood

Wood, Forest in Kent Dover

England

Claysole Wood

Lydden County Primary School, Stonehall Road Dover District Council has raised no objection under application number DOV/21/00956 for the “demolition of existing school hall and replacement with new school hall linked to existing building, formation of new vehicular access and staff car park”
Lydden County Primary School, Stonehall Road Credit: John Baker

Claysole Wood is a beautiful and expansive woodland located in the county of Kent, England. Covering an area of approximately 250 acres, it is nestled in the heart of the picturesque Kent countryside, near the village of Woodchurch.

The wood is predominantly made up of ancient, broad-leafed trees such as oak, beech, and chestnut, creating a rich and diverse ecosystem. These mature trees provide a dense canopy, which allows only dappled sunlight to filter through to the forest floor, creating a magical and enchanting atmosphere.

Claysole Wood is known for its abundant wildlife. The wood is home to a wide variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The undergrowth is teeming with small mammals such as rabbits, squirrels, and voles, while the nearby streams and ponds attract amphibians and reptiles.

Visitors to Claysole Wood can enjoy a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails that crisscross through the woodland, offering stunning views and opportunities for peaceful walks and nature exploration. There are also picnic areas and benches dotted throughout the wood, allowing visitors to take a moment to relax and admire the natural surroundings.

The management of Claysole Wood is overseen by a local conservation group, who work tirelessly to preserve the natural beauty and biodiversity of the area. They conduct regular surveys and conservation projects, ensuring that the wood remains a haven for wildlife and a cherished natural asset for the local community.

Overall, Claysole Wood is a truly remarkable woodland, offering a haven of tranquility and natural beauty to all who visit. Its ancient trees, abundant wildlife, and well-maintained trails make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking solace in the great outdoors.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.177599/1.2251909 or Grid Reference TR2546. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lydden County Primary School, Stonehall Road Dover District Council has raised no objection under application number DOV/21/00956 for the “demolition of existing school hall and replacement with new school hall linked to existing building, formation of new vehicular access and staff car park”
Lydden County Primary School, Stonehall Road
Dover District Council has raised no objection under application number DOV/21/00956 for the “demolition of existing school hall and replacement with new school hall linked to existing building, formation of new vehicular access and staff car park”
Woolage Green: Harvested crop
Woolage Green: Harvested crop
Shepherdswell: Harvested crop
Shepherdswell: Harvested crop
House under construction, Canterbury Road Planning permission has been granted by Dover District Council under application number DOV/20/01117 for the “erection of a detached dwelling, vehicular access and associated parking”.
House under construction, Canterbury Road
Planning permission has been granted by Dover District Council under application number DOV/20/01117 for the “erection of a detached dwelling, vehicular access and associated parking”.
Entrance to Lydden Hills Lydden Hills is a housing estate off Canterbury Road, which is under construction.
Entrance to Lydden Hills
Lydden Hills is a housing estate off Canterbury Road, which is under construction.
Road to Lydden Hills Lydden Hills is a housing estate off Canterbury Road, which is under construction.
Road to Lydden Hills
Lydden Hills is a housing estate off Canterbury Road, which is under construction.
Lydden Hills Lydden Hills is a housing estate off Canterbury Road, which is under construction.
Lydden Hills
Lydden Hills is a housing estate off Canterbury Road, which is under construction.
Lydden Hills Lydden Hills is a housing estate off Canterbury Road, which is under construction.
Lydden Hills
Lydden Hills is a housing estate off Canterbury Road, which is under construction.
Trains at the East Kent Railway
Trains at the East Kent Railway
Lydden’s 2021 Christmas tree <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6729906">TR2645 : Lydden’s 2020 Christmas tree</a> was a bit larger.
Lydden’s 2021 Christmas tree
Lydden from Lydden Hill The turning to the right is a shortcut to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2519749">TR2143 : Canterbury Road (A260), Swingfield Minnis</a>; en route it passes the historic chapel of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/816804">TR2344 : St John's Commandery</a>. At the bottom of the hill is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6655289">TR2645 : The Lydden Bell, 81, Canterbury Road</a> and to its left <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2264835">TR2645 : Lydden Garage, Canterbury Road</a>.
Lydden from Lydden Hill
The turning to the right is a shortcut to TR2143 : Canterbury Road (A260), Swingfield Minnis; en route it passes the historic chapel of TR2344 : St John's Commandery. At the bottom of the hill is TR2645 : The Lydden Bell, 81, Canterbury Road and to its left TR2645 : Lydden Garage, Canterbury Road.
Brett Aggregates shunter on the East Kent Railway Shepherdswell station was the southern terminus of the East Kent Light Railway. The line was constructed between 1911 and 1917 to serve the Kent Coalfields. It opened on 16th October 1916 and closed to passenger traffic on 30th October 1948. The normal practice was to run coaches into the station under gravity. Shepherdswell was the location of the engine shed and works, and a large number of sidings. 

The station reopened as part of the East Kent Railway in 1993. Trains now run from here to Eythorne – see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.eastkentrailway.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.eastkentrailway.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 shunter seen here was originally at the Brett Aggregates site at Cliffe in North Kent. It can be seen in its previous location at <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6438761" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6438761">Link</a>
Brett Aggregates shunter on the East Kent Railway
Shepherdswell station was the southern terminus of the East Kent Light Railway. The line was constructed between 1911 and 1917 to serve the Kent Coalfields. It opened on 16th October 1916 and closed to passenger traffic on 30th October 1948. The normal practice was to run coaches into the station under gravity. Shepherdswell was the location of the engine shed and works, and a large number of sidings. The station reopened as part of the East Kent Railway in 1993. Trains now run from here to Eythorne – see LinkExternal link The shunter seen here was originally at the Brett Aggregates site at Cliffe in North Kent. It can be seen in its previous location at Link
83, Church Hill The house was built on the site of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6548635">TR2647 : The Forge, 83, Church Hill</a>.
83, Church Hill
The house was built on the site of TR2647 : The Forge, 83, Church Hill.
Development site, Mill Lane Four 4-bedroom semi-detached houses with parking are to be constructed on the site.
Development site, Mill Lane
Four 4-bedroom semi-detached houses with parking are to be constructed on the site.
Lydden Hills Lydden Hills is a housing estate off Canterbury Road, which is under construction.

A similar view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038916">TR2645 : Lydden Hills</a> taken in November 2021.
Lydden Hills
Lydden Hills is a housing estate off Canterbury Road, which is under construction. A similar view of TR2645 : Lydden Hills taken in November 2021.
Lydden Hills Lydden Hills is a housing estate off Canterbury Road, which is under construction.
Lydden Hills
Lydden Hills is a housing estate off Canterbury Road, which is under construction.
Hope Gardens, Canterbury Road A similar view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6585141">TR2645 : Hope Gardens, Canterbury Road</a> during the construction of some of the houses.
Hope Gardens, Canterbury Road
A similar view of TR2645 : Hope Gardens, Canterbury Road during the construction of some of the houses.
Stonehall Road The puddles along the road were the result of recent rain.
Stonehall Road
The puddles along the road were the result of recent rain.
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Claysole Wood is located at Grid Ref: TR2546 (Lat: 51.177599, Lng: 1.2251909)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Dover

Police Authority: Kent

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Located within 500m of 51.177599,1.2251909
Power: tower
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Power: tower
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Shower
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Toilets
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Toilets
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Toilets
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Waste Disposal
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Water Point
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