Lingwood Common to Blakes Wood walk

Explore the mix of environments between Lingwood Common and Blake's Wood on this short circular walk. The woodland of Lingwood is mainly oak, with birches to the west and aspen and willow down the stream valleys. This is one of three walking routes linking Danbury Common, Lingwood Common and Blakes Wood, and it's ideal for families.
Start point
National Trust Armoury car park, grid ref: TL781044Trail information
Try the other walks at Danbury Common
This is one of a trio of trails at Danbury Common that can be linked together to make a longer walk. See the More near here section below for nearby trails.
More near here

Danbury Common to Lingwood Common walk
An easy, 1.5 mile walk through wetlands, wooded glades and open heathland, that makes an ideal family walk.

Blakes Wood to Lingwood Common walk
A 2.5-mile walk from Blakes Wood car park to Lingwood Common near Danbury in Essex that takes in peaceful glades in a woodland with a mix of tree species.
Get in touch
National Trust Danbury Common, The Armoury, Penny Royal Road, Danbury, Essex, CM3 4ED
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