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Hurst Coppice

Wood, Forest in Shropshire

England

Hurst Coppice

The Severn west of The Wrekin from the air The edge of The Wrekin hill can be seen at the bottom of the photo. The River Severn can be seen meandering away from the lower left corner and then horizontally through the centre of the photo. Viewed from a Gatwick bound flight from Glasgow.
The Severn west of The Wrekin from the air Credit: Thomas Nugent

Hurst Coppice is a picturesque woodland area located in Shropshire, England. Stretching over an area of approximately 100 acres, it is known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. The coppice is situated within the wider Hurst Estate, which encompasses a mix of woodland, farmland, and residential areas.

The woodland of Hurst Coppice is primarily composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash. These majestic trees create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of flora and fauna. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, adding bursts of color to the landscape during the spring and summer months.

The coppice has a long history, dating back several centuries. It was traditionally managed for timber production, with trees being selectively cut and regrown to provide a sustainable source of wood. These practices have helped shape the woodland into a diverse habitat, attracting a wide range of wildlife.

The forest is home to numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers. Mammals such as deer, foxes, and badgers can also be spotted roaming through the woodland. Additionally, the coppice is a haven for insects, with butterflies, bees, and beetles thriving in its rich biodiversity.

Hurst Coppice offers a tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts and provides ample opportunities for walking, birdwatching, and photography. The wood is easily accessible, with well-maintained paths and trails that meander through the trees, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.647927/-2.550028 or Grid Reference SJ6205. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Severn west of The Wrekin from the air The edge of The Wrekin hill can be seen at the bottom of the photo. The River Severn can be seen meandering away from the lower left corner and then horizontally through the centre of the photo. Viewed from a Gatwick bound flight from Glasgow.
The Severn west of The Wrekin from the air
The edge of The Wrekin hill can be seen at the bottom of the photo. The River Severn can be seen meandering away from the lower left corner and then horizontally through the centre of the photo. Viewed from a Gatwick bound flight from Glasgow.
Buildwas Village Hall
Buildwas Village Hall
Buildwas Post Office & General Stores (no more) The former premises of the village store & PO, long since closed and now in a rather shabby state unfortunately. Post Box TF8 27 sits in the brick wall beside the old office.
Buildwas Post Office & General Stores (no more)
The former premises of the village store & PO, long since closed and now in a rather shabby state unfortunately. Post Box TF8 27 sits in the brick wall beside the old office.
Buildwas Primary School The current premises of the school, which has been operating on this site since the 1860s. The original building, the black-and-white half-timbered cottage to the right, is now a private residence.
Buildwas Primary School
The current premises of the school, which has been operating on this site since the 1860s. The original building, the black-and-white half-timbered cottage to the right, is now a private residence.
River Severn, Buildwas
River Severn, Buildwas
Park Farm, near Sheinton A view across the Severn to Park Farm on the southern bank.
Park Farm, near Sheinton
A view across the Severn to Park Farm on the southern bank.
Floodplain & meadows of the River Severn
Floodplain & meadows of the River Severn
Shingle bank on the Severn A wide shingle bank, typical of the ones that form on the inside of bends in this part of the river.
Shingle bank on the Severn
A wide shingle bank, typical of the ones that form on the inside of bends in this part of the river.
Wheat on the floodplain of the Severn Spring-sprouting wheat in a field just north of the river; there is a footpath marked across these fields - it doesn't exist, and neither do any of the stiles or bridges.
Wheat on the floodplain of the Severn
Spring-sprouting wheat in a field just north of the river; there is a footpath marked across these fields - it doesn't exist, and neither do any of the stiles or bridges.
Line of a footpath The line of the non-existent path across these fields. It seems to have fallen into disuse, and may have been extinguished.
Line of a footpath
The line of the non-existent path across these fields. It seems to have fallen into disuse, and may have been extinguished.
The Severn near Buildwas Park
The Severn near Buildwas Park
Space to run, and run, and run.... ... just don't fall into the river, because I don't want to have to fish you out.
Space to run, and run, and run....
... just don't fall into the river, because I don't want to have to fish you out.
Sandy beach on the riverside Who needs to go to The Med? OK, strictly speaking, there's no right of way along here, so it's best that there aren't too many people about, but a great view just the same. One of a number of sandy or shingly banks along the riverside.
Sandy beach on the riverside
Who needs to go to The Med? OK, strictly speaking, there's no right of way along here, so it's best that there aren't too many people about, but a great view just the same. One of a number of sandy or shingly banks along the riverside.
Cockshut Rough and the Severn Across the river to Cockshut Rough, where the line of the old Shrewsbury to Bridgnorth railway is still visible in the woods.
Cockshut Rough and the Severn
Across the river to Cockshut Rough, where the line of the old Shrewsbury to Bridgnorth railway is still visible in the woods.
One of the Severn meanders at Leighton A view along the riverbank of the much-photographed classic meander in the floodplain at Leighton.
One of the Severn meanders at Leighton
A view along the riverbank of the much-photographed classic meander in the floodplain at Leighton.
Floodplain and Severn at Leighton
Floodplain and Severn at Leighton
Flock of sand martins above the Severn at Leighton Beside the Severn, the summer migrants are arriving - a flock of 50 or 60 sand martins flew around the trees on the right as the dog and I passed by.
Flock of sand martins above the Severn at Leighton
Beside the Severn, the summer migrants are arriving - a flock of 50 or 60 sand martins flew around the trees on the right as the dog and I passed by.
Sand martins in a tree by the river Part of a flock of 50 or 60 sand martins (Riparia riparia) which was using a tree beside the river to rest and preen.
Sand martins in a tree by the river
Part of a flock of 50 or 60 sand martins (Riparia riparia) which was using a tree beside the river to rest and preen.
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Hurst Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SJ6205 (Lat: 52.647927, Lng: -2.550028)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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