Recreation at Mardyke Woods

 

Amongst the oldest surviving woods in Essex, Mardyke Woods is actually composed of three - Brannett’s Wood, Millard’s Wood and Low Well Wood. All were probably well established when the Romans first arrived here in 54BC! These three historic woods have been officially designated Ancient Semi Natural Woodlands. They are natural and so far they’ve been allowed to grow and rejuvenate with minimal intervention. But soon we’ll be making the woods a better place for people and wildlife by introducing practices that stimulate growth, helping the woods to return to their former glory. There are two adjacent play areas. Also nearby is the Mardyke Way riverside walk which, when it opened in 2007, added another natural dimension. Mardyke Woods, an excellent mix of the old and the new that all ages can enjoy.

How to get there:

Mardyke Woods is in Thames Chase Community Forest. South Ockendon is the nearest town or village.

Mardyke Woods are situated to the South of the junction of Stifford Road and Daiglen Drive in South Ockendon. The nearest train station is South Ockendon, 2km away. First London Bus No. 373 stops on Stifford Road.

OS Grid Reference: TQ585 805

Other places to go in Thames Chase Community Forest

• Tylers Wood
  
• Berwick Glades
  
• Cely Woods
  
• The Thames Chase Forest Centre
  
• Bonnetts Wood
  
• Pages Wood
  
• Folkes Lane Woodland
  
• Harold Court Woods
  
• Ingrebourne Hill
  

Facilities:

	The Woodland is a wonderful place to walk your dog – please show your respect for this special area by cleaning up after your dog. Dog Waste, if wrapped in plastic, can be put into the dog bins in car parks, or with household waste.

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