Bagley Wood, Ancient woodland in Kennington, United Kingdom
Bagley Wood is a woodland in Kennington containing Oak, Hazel, Larch, Scots Pine and other tree species across its landscape. The space is accessed through gates and follows marked pathways that guide people through the forest.
The woodland was managed by Abingdon Abbey starting from 955 before passing to St John's College Oxford in 1538. The college has maintained control of the land ever since.
The woodland offers visitors paths to walk and observe local plant and animal life in a natural setting. People use these routes regularly to experience the forest and connect with the surrounding landscape.
Entry is possible through marked gates, with parking available at nearby Kennington Playing Fields. Wear sturdy footwear as the paths can be muddy or uneven depending on recent weather.
The A34 road has split the woodland into eastern and western sections since 1972. This division created distinct parts that visitors notice when moving through the forest today.
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