Brookmans Wood is part of Redwell Wood Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The SSSI is described as a complex site comprising both ancient woodland of the Pedunculate oak/hornbeam type and heathland which is uncommon in Hertfordshire. The ground flora reflects different moisture regimes created by the geology and includes bluebell, enchanter’s nightshade, honeysuckle, wood sage, foxglove and species indicative of the wood’s ancient origins such as wood sedge, yellow archangel, yellow pimpernel and dewberry.

Some areas of this northern part of the woodland were damaged in the 1987 gales. Several areas that were tidied up as a result of these winds have regenerated heavily with birch that is now showing excellent promise. A number of fallen trees remain from this period providing great wild life habitats.

The mixed habitat of woodland next to open farmland has created a hospitable environment for wildlife, deer are regular visitors along with foxes and hares.

Walk into the woodland from the entrance and head north. Almost centrally in the woodland you will find a bench, this is a great place to sit and enjoy this woodland. To the north eastern boundary is an open clearing that would make a superb spot for bee hives. Bees do well in woodland and will help pollinate the trees and plants.

The southern part of the woodland sees well spaced beech and hornbeam along with oaks whilst the north eastern section is more dense, filled with thick silver birch creating great diversity in such a small area.

An excellent stone track leads the whole way to the wood giving an owner year round access without the need for a 4x4.

Brookmans Wood provides the opportunity for a new owner to engage in family forestry in a small scale. Managing a mixed woodland and learning bushcraft skills is a great way to escape modern life. The small clearings would make an excellent spot to place bee hives or spend time nature watching.

For those seeking a tranquil retreat it could be ideal for forest bathing This Japanese practice is a process of relaxation; known in Japan as shinrin yoku. The simple method of being calm and quiet amongst the trees, observing nature around you whilst breathing deeply can help both adults and children de-stress and boost health and wellbeing in a natural way. Perhaps the ultimate post covid remedy.

The local area of Brokemans Park was once known as "Manor of Mimmshall" and was owned by John Brokeman who died in1415. This is how Brookmans Park got its name and also how the wood was named. The Gaussen family arrived in 1786 when Peter Gaussen bought the Brookmans estate for his son Samuel. The wealth in this part of Hertfordshire put many other home counties to shame.

Brookmans Wood was until the mid-1970s part of the North Mymms Park Estate which was the home of the famed American banker Pierpont-Morgan and his descendants. It is believed the mature hardwoods were planted at the turn of the nineteenth century. Their predecessors could well have felled trees to provide timber for Nelsons fleet.