To the north of Braintree it is known as Pods Brook .
It gives its name to the town of Braintree , although Braintree lies on a low ridge between the Brain and the River Blackwater .
To the north of Braintree Brain is known as Pods Brook .
It gives its name to the town of Braintree , although Braintree lies on a low ridge between the Brain and the River Blackwater .