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Cherry Tree Wood (also known as Dirthouse Wood)

Introduction

Cherry Tree Wood, formerly known as Dirthouse Wood, contains a fragment of the ancient Finchley Wood, and is on the northern edge of what was once the Bishop of London's Hornsey Park.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

Opening is unrestricted. Café open daily in summer, November-April weekends only.

Directions

Tube: East Finchley (Northern). Bus 102, 143, 234, 263, H3

Owners

London Borough of Barnet

History

Period

  • 20th Century (1901 to 1932)
  • Early 20th Century (1901 to 1932)
Features & Designations

Designations

  • Site of Local Importance for Nature Conservation

Key Information

Type

Managed Woodland

Purpose

Recreational/sport

Principal Building

Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces

Period

20th Century (1901 to 1932)

Survival

Extant

Hectares

5.43

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust