Hatfield Forest - as well as being surrounded by Stansted Airport, the M11 and Bishops Stortford, this is a very important oasis amongst the Essex arable monoculture. 

It is one of the best examples of a royal hunting forest, with many varied and ancient trees.

It is a place of sanctuary for many people and over the years I have enjoyed taking my camera in to try and capture some of the trees, spaces and atmosphere of the place.