Wirehill Coppice

Wood, Forest in Shropshire

England

Wirehill Coppice

Buildwas Village Hall — Buildwas Village Hall Credit: Richard Law

Wirehill Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Shropshire, England. Situated near the village of Alveley, this enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 80 acres and is known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem.

The coppice is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, birch, and beech, which create a dense canopy that provides a sheltered and tranquil environment. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, adding to the overall beauty and biodiversity of the area.

The woodland is intersected by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore and immerse themselves in its serene surroundings. These paths lead to various points of interest within the coppice, including a small pond and a meandering stream that adds to the overall charm and tranquility of the forest.

Wirehill Coppice is also home to a wide array of wildlife. It provides a habitat for numerous bird species, such as woodpeckers, nuthatches, and tawny owls, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers. Additionally, the forest is inhabited by mammals such as deer, foxes, and badgers, further enhancing the natural diversity of the area.

The coppice is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families seeking a peaceful retreat. Its accessibility and natural beauty make it an ideal location for leisurely walks, picnics, and photography. With its idyllic atmosphere and stunning scenery, Wirehill Coppice offers visitors a chance to connect with nature and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Buildwas Village Hall

Buildwas Village Hall

Buildwas Post Office & General Stores (no more) The former premises of the village store &amp; 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&#039;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&#039;t fall into the river, because I don&#039;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.

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.

A shallow race on the river The river takes a narrow passage between two shingle patches here, with a fast race of water in the middle (and a convenient backwater for the dog to swim in)

A shallow race on the river

The river takes a narrow passage between two shingle patches here, with a fast race of water in the middle (and a convenient backwater for the dog to swim in)

Footpath to Morrell's Wood Farm A footpath runs across the fields here, with The Wrekin forming the backdrop, and a handful of inquisitive sheep who wanted me to take the dog away.

Footpath to Morrell's Wood Farm

A footpath runs across the fields here, with The Wrekin forming the backdrop, and a handful of inquisitive sheep who wanted me to take the dog away.

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Wirehill Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SJ6404 (Lat: 52.638234, Lng: -2.5328828)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Buildwas

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