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Crofton Wood

Crofton Wood or Crofton Woods is a Site of Special Scientific Interest[1] and Site of Metropolitan Importance for Nature Conservation[2] in Crofton in the London Borough of Bromley. Kyd Brook goes through the Wood.

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Kyd Brook in Crofton Wood

It is a large area of ancient woodland on London Clay, which supports many types of trees, shrubs and herbs.[3] Trees in the ancient wood are mainly oak and hazel, with a central area of former fields. It has high botanical diversity, including fourteen species of sedge, and a rich invertebrate fauna.[2]

The London Loop goes through the Wood, and there is access from a range of different points round the woodland.

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References

  1. "Map of Crofton Woods SSSI". Natural England.
  2. "Crofton Wood". Greenspace Information for Greater London. 2006. Archived from the original on 24 December 2012. Retrieved 10 September 2012.

51.379°N 0.063°E / 51.379; 0.063


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