Bricket Wood Common, Protected natural area in Hertfordshire, England
Description
Bricket Wood Common is a protected natural site in Hertfordshire covering ancient woodland, lowland heath, and scattered ponds across its area. The landscape supports a range of plant and animal species adapted to different soil types and moisture levels found throughout the reserve.
History
The land served local communities for centuries as grazing ground and a source of wood before receiving protected status. In 1984 it was formally designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest because of its ecological value.
Culture
The site received designation as a Site of Special Scientific Interest in 1984, recognizing its substantial ecological value to the regional environment.
Practical
The site can be entered from multiple access points distributed around its perimeter, making it easy to plan your visit from different locations. You can visit throughout the year, though conditions underfoot and plant growth change with the seasons.
Did you know?
A railway line cuts through the reserve dividing it into distinct sections with their own plant and animal communities. This unexpected split creates varied ecological conditions within a single protected area.
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