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Birches Coppice

Wood, Forest in Shropshire

England

Birches Coppice

St Peter and St Paul Church, Cleobury North
St Peter and St Paul Church, Cleobury North Credit: Ian S

Birches Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Shropshire, England. This enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 50 acres and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and wildlife lovers.

The woodland is named after the abundance of birch trees that dominate its landscape. These slender and graceful trees provide a stunning contrast against the vibrant green foliage, particularly in the spring and summer months. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

Birches Coppice is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a haven for animal lovers. Visitors may have the opportunity to spot various bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits. The forest also provides a habitat for a variety of insects and butterflies, adding to the ecological significance of the area.

The woodland offers a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore its hidden gems. These paths wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. There are also picnic areas and benches for visitors to rest and soak in the tranquility of the woodland.

Birches Coppice is a true gem of Shropshire, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in nature. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the beauty of the forest, this woodland provides a memorable experience for all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.49537/-2.5573127 or Grid Reference SO6288. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Peter and St Paul Church, Cleobury North
St Peter and St Paul Church, Cleobury North
Entering Neenton
Entering Neenton
The entrance to Bank Farm, Neenton
The entrance to Bank Farm, Neenton
A footpath leading to Neenton
A footpath leading to Neenton
The B4364 into Neenton
The B4364 into Neenton
Temporary lash-up
Temporary lash-up
Driveway to New Farm
Driveway to New Farm
Cleobury Mill, Mill Farm, Cleobury North This mill contains some very old wooden gearing and hurst framing. This view shows the largely rotted wheel, the mill with adjoining mill house and the outdoor lavatory.
Cleobury Mill, Mill Farm, Cleobury North
This mill contains some very old wooden gearing and hurst framing. This view shows the largely rotted wheel, the mill with adjoining mill house and the outdoor lavatory.
Cleobury Mill, Cleobury North The remains of the overshot waterwheel. The wooden spokes and shaft have completely rotted away and the metal rim and buckets are heavily rusted. Seen on National Mills Weekend 2012.
Cleobury Mill, Cleobury North
The remains of the overshot waterwheel. The wooden spokes and shaft have completely rotted away and the metal rim and buckets are heavily rusted. Seen on National Mills Weekend 2012.
Cleobury Mill, Cleobury North I'm stood inside the ancient wooden hurst frame of this mill and photographing the wooden wheel shaft, the cast iron pit wheel and wallower driving the layshaft and the wooden bevel gear drives to two sets of stones.
Cleobury Mill, Cleobury North
I'm stood inside the ancient wooden hurst frame of this mill and photographing the wooden wheel shaft, the cast iron pit wheel and wallower driving the layshaft and the wooden bevel gear drives to two sets of stones.
Cleobury Mill, Cleobury North - stone floor Not safe for the public and photographed from the door. Two unclothed sets of French burr stones for flour production. These are underdrift by a layshaft drive rather than a great spur wheel.
Cleobury Mill, Cleobury North - stone floor
Not safe for the public and photographed from the door. Two unclothed sets of French burr stones for flour production. These are underdrift by a layshaft drive rather than a great spur wheel.
Cleobury Mill -hurst frame Very old wooden hurst frame with a layshaft drive. The mill originally had a wheel in a different location and the stopped up hole in the wall is still visible.
Cleobury Mill -hurst frame
Very old wooden hurst frame with a layshaft drive. The mill originally had a wheel in a different location and the stopped up hole in the wall is still visible.
Cleobury Mill Long disused watermill seen on Mills Open 2012. This is the end view of the ancient hurst frame with the layshaft drive. A tentering beam is nearest the camera. The floor reuses some old mill stones between packed earth.
Cleobury Mill
Long disused watermill seen on Mills Open 2012. This is the end view of the ancient hurst frame with the layshaft drive. A tentering beam is nearest the camera. The floor reuses some old mill stones between packed earth.
Cleobury Mill This waterwheel has lost all its wooden spokes but the shrouds and a few rotten buckets are maintaining the shape. The wheel is obviously overshot but the launder has long since gone. This mill was seen as part of Mills Open 2012.
Cleobury Mill
This waterwheel has lost all its wooden spokes but the shrouds and a few rotten buckets are maintaining the shape. The wheel is obviously overshot but the launder has long since gone. This mill was seen as part of Mills Open 2012.
Cleobury Mill - wooden gears This decrepit mill is elderly and it shows with the remnants of wooden gearing in wooden hurst frame.
Cleobury Mill - wooden gears
This decrepit mill is elderly and it shows with the remnants of wooden gearing in wooden hurst frame.
Cleobury Mill Deteriorated mill with the remnants of an overshot waterwheel.
Cleobury Mill
Deteriorated mill with the remnants of an overshot waterwheel.
Bridge over Rea Brook in Neenton The B4364 has already narrowed for the bridge; signs on the further side of the bridge warn that the road will be narrow in the village, and that there is a sharp right turn there.
Bridge over Rea Brook in Neenton
The B4364 has already narrowed for the bridge; signs on the further side of the bridge warn that the road will be narrow in the village, and that there is a sharp right turn there.
The Pheasant Inn, Neenton, Shropshire A roadside pub that is no longer trading by the look of things. Shame. Update: I have been informed that the pub is now owned by the local community and re-opens on the 6th November 2014! Great news. I will be dropping in for lunch...
The Pheasant Inn, Neenton, Shropshire
A roadside pub that is no longer trading by the look of things. Shame. Update: I have been informed that the pub is now owned by the local community and re-opens on the 6th November 2014! Great news. I will be dropping in for lunch...
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Birches Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SO6288 (Lat: 52.49537, Lng: -2.5573127)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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