Lower Woodside

Settlement in Hertfordshire Welwyn Hatfield

England

Lower Woodside

Brookmans Avenue, looking east One of the earliest roads in Brookmans Park, a commuting village developed in the 1920s and 1930s. Not much traffic on a Sunday lunchtime.
Brookmans Avenue, looking east Credit: Christine Johnstone

Lower Woodside is a small village located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles west of the town of Ware, it is nestled in a picturesque rural setting surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. The village is part of the civil parish of Braughing and falls within the East Hertfordshire district.

With a population of around 500 residents, Lower Woodside boasts a tight-knit and friendly community. The village is predominantly residential, consisting of a mix of traditional cottages and modern houses. The charming architecture and well-maintained gardens contribute to the village's idyllic atmosphere.

Despite its small size, Lower Woodside offers a range of amenities to its residents. These include a local pub, which serves as a focal point for social gatherings, a village hall that hosts various community events, and a primary school that provides education for local children.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities and nature enthusiasts. The nearby River Ash offers scenic walks and fishing spots, while the surrounding woodlands are ideal for hiking and exploring. Lower Woodside also benefits from its proximity to the larger towns of Ware and Hertford, which offer a wider range of shopping, dining, and leisure facilities.

Overall, Lower Woodside provides a peaceful and picturesque setting for residents who value a close-knit community and a rural lifestyle.

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Lower Woodside Images

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Brookmans Avenue, looking east One of the earliest roads in Brookmans Park, a commuting village developed in the 1920s and 1930s. Not much traffic on a Sunday lunchtime.
Brookmans Avenue, looking east
One of the earliest roads in Brookmans Park, a commuting village developed in the 1920s and 1930s. Not much traffic on a Sunday lunchtime.
The summit of Brookmans Avenue Just over 120 metres above sea level. One of the earliest roads in Brookmans Park, a commuting village developed in the 1920s and 1930s.
The summit of Brookmans Avenue
Just over 120 metres above sea level. One of the earliest roads in Brookmans Park, a commuting village developed in the 1920s and 1930s.
Construction site, off Brookmans Avenue Seqoya are building 'six elegantly designed detached houses' in the commuter village of Brookmans Park, on the site of one 1960s house and its large garden.
Construction site, off Brookmans Avenue
Seqoya are building 'six elegantly designed detached houses' in the commuter village of Brookmans Park, on the site of one 1960s house and its large garden.
Sheep grazing off Brookmans Avenue At the edge of the commuter village of Brookmans Park.
Sheep grazing off Brookmans Avenue
At the edge of the commuter village of Brookmans Park.
Golf Course Road, Brookmans Park Once one of the drives to a large house called Brookman's Park. Now a public footpath and the access road to a golf course in the commuter village of Brookmans Park.
Golf Course Road, Brookmans Park
Once one of the drives to a large house called Brookman's Park. Now a public footpath and the access road to a golf course in the commuter village of Brookmans Park.
Brookmans Park Golf Club [1] Seen from Golf Club Road.
Brookmans Park Golf Club [1]
Seen from Golf Club Road.
Brookmans Park Golf Club [2] The large tree probably dates from the original parkland here.
Brookmans Park Golf Club [2]
The large tree probably dates from the original parkland here.
The Drive, near Chancellor's School Once the drive to a large house called Brookman's Park. Now a public footpath between the commuter villages of Brookmans Park and Bell Bar.
The Drive, near Chancellor's School
Once the drive to a large house called Brookman's Park. Now a public footpath between the commuter villages of Brookmans Park and Bell Bar.
Junction of The Drive and Pine Grove 'The Drive' was once the drive to a large house called Brookman's Park. Now a public footpath between the commuter villages of Brookmans Park and Bell Bar. Pine Grove is a much more recent residential street.
Junction of The Drive and Pine Grove
'The Drive' was once the drive to a large house called Brookman's Park. Now a public footpath between the commuter villages of Brookmans Park and Bell Bar. Pine Grove is a much more recent residential street.
Traffic management on The Drive Once this was the drive to a large house called Brookman's Park. Now a public footpath between the commuter villages of Brookmans Park and Bell Bar.
Traffic management on The Drive
Once this was the drive to a large house called Brookman's Park. Now a public footpath between the commuter villages of Brookmans Park and Bell Bar.
The Lodge, at the north end of The Drive Where the former drive from a large house called Brookman's Park met the Great North Road [now the A1000].
The Lodge, at the north end of The Drive
Where the former drive from a large house called Brookman's Park met the Great North Road [now the A1000].
Bell Lane bus stop, Bell Bar On the northbound side of the Great North Road [A1000].
Bell Lane bus stop, Bell Bar
On the northbound side of the Great North Road [A1000].
Miller & Carter steakhouse, off the A1000 Part of a chain of pubby restaurants. Between Brookmans Park and Bell Bar.
Miller & Carter steakhouse, off the A1000
Part of a chain of pubby restaurants. Between Brookmans Park and Bell Bar.
New station on the ECML, Welham Green 1995 View southward towards London, with a Class 313 EMU leaving on an Up local. The station was only opened on 29/9/86; the line (ex-GNR section of the ECML) was electrified King's Cross - Hitchin 1976-78. Marshmoor Box used to break here the long section between Brookmans Park and Hatfield.
New station on the ECML, Welham Green 1995
View southward towards London, with a Class 313 EMU leaving on an Up local. The station was only opened on 29/9/86; the line (ex-GNR section of the ECML) was electrified King's Cross - Hitchin 1976-78. Marshmoor Box used to break here the long section between Brookmans Park and Hatfield.
Skimpans Farm
Skimpans Farm
Farmland and pylon East of Kentish Lane (B158).
Farmland and pylon
East of Kentish Lane (B158).
Kentish Lane (B158) Looking north east.
Kentish Lane (B158)
Looking north east.
Kentish Lane (B158) Looking north.
Kentish Lane (B158)
Looking north.
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Lower Woodside is located at Grid Ref: TL2406 (Lat: 51.740579, Lng: -0.194614)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: Welwyn Hatfield

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Post Box
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