Hartswood
60ac/24ha SSSI
Grid ref: TQ 604 923
Updated 31/12/2023.
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In the 17th century this ancient woodland, now managed by Brentwood Council, was owned by diarist John Evelyn. A Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), it has towering oaks and sweet chestnut trees and small streams lined with ferns.
Visiting
Accessed from Hartswood Road, Brentwood
15 minutes' walk from Brentwood station
Accessible at all times.
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