Wain Wood

Wain Wood is a woodland on a north-east facing slope in North Hertfordshire with a mix of oak and hornbeam trees spread across the terrain. The ground rises and falls in different areas, creating varied habitats throughout.

The woodland is a remnant of an ancient forest that once stretched from Hitchin to Hatfield and became officially protected in 1986. This recognition helped safeguard the place and its wildlife for the future.

The woodland has long been a place where local people came to watch plants and spend time outdoors together. This connection to the community remains visible in the paths and clearings that visitors walk through today.

Visitors reach the woodland through a designated footpath that starts at the bottom of Preston Hill. Wearing sturdy shoes is helpful since the ground can vary depending on weather conditions.

An old pit in the center of the woodland surrounded by ash and cherry trees creates a special habitat for animals. This unexpected feature shows how nature has adapted to past human activity.

GPS coordinates: 51.91550,-0.28577

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:14