Hunters Bridge Coppice

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Hunters Bridge Coppice

Managed woodland near Seven Ash Common
Managed woodland near Seven Ash Common Credit: Ivan Taylor

Hunters Bridge Coppice is a charming woodland area located in the county of Dorset, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, this lush forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

The coppice is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and ash, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The dense canopy provides ample shade, allowing for the growth of an array of woodland plants and wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones.

As visitors venture deeper into the coppice, they will discover a network of winding footpaths that lead to enchanting clearings and meandering streams. These babbling waterways serve as a vital habitat for a variety of wildlife, including otters, kingfishers, and a multitude of songbirds.

Hunters Bridge Coppice is also home to a rich diversity of fauna. Keen-eyed visitors may catch a glimpse of roe deer gracefully bounding through the undergrowth, or even spot the elusive red squirrel darting between the trees.

The forest is a popular destination for walkers, hikers, and nature photographers, who can capture the beauty of the changing seasons throughout the year. The autumn months, in particular, offer a stunning display of golden hues as the leaves change color, while spring brings a burst of new life and the sweet melodies of birdsong.

With its tranquil atmosphere and abundance of natural beauty, Hunters Bridge Coppice is a true gem in the heart of Dorset, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the wonders of the natural world.

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Hunters Bridge Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.897863/-2.4833157 or Grid Reference ST6611. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Managed woodland near Seven Ash Common
Managed woodland near Seven Ash Common
The turning to Leigh on the A352 near Holnest
The turning to Leigh on the A352 near Holnest
Road into Longburton  showing village name sign and speed limit
Road into Longburton showing village name sign and speed limit
Chapel at Longburton
Chapel at Longburton
Longburton traffic lights on the narrow bend The road goes around this lovely house and is so narrow that it is only one lane wide and traffic lights have had to be installed.
Longburton traffic lights on the narrow bend
The road goes around this lovely house and is so narrow that it is only one lane wide and traffic lights have had to be installed.
Pylons near Boys Hill
Pylons near Boys Hill
Hunters Bridge Road bridge over The Cam southeast of Longburton.
Hunters Bridge
Road bridge over The Cam southeast of Longburton.
Hunters Bridge (2)
Hunters Bridge (2)
Kitford Bridge On the road north towards Alweston.
Kitford Bridge
On the road north towards Alweston.
Daybreak in the Blackmore Vale Looking east from the A352 at Holnest at 6am on an autumnal August bank holiday morning. Here the flat pastures are drained by The Cam and its tributaries, the waters of which make their way to the Stour via Caundle Brook and the River Lydden. This is the western end of Hardy's "Vale of the Little Dairies".
Daybreak in the Blackmore Vale
Looking east from the A352 at Holnest at 6am on an autumnal August bank holiday morning. Here the flat pastures are drained by The Cam and its tributaries, the waters of which make their way to the Stour via Caundle Brook and the River Lydden. This is the western end of Hardy's "Vale of the Little Dairies".
Fosters Farm B & B Boys Hill
Fosters Farm B & B Boys Hill
Boys Hill
Boys Hill
Stockbridge Oak: Pastureland
Stockbridge Oak: Pastureland
Bishops Down: Drove after December rain
Bishops Down: Drove after December rain
Bishops Down: Drove road, looking north
Bishops Down: Drove road, looking north
Hunter's Bridge (3) near Longburton, Dorset The bridge is where Broke Lane, one of the old roads running south from Sherborne crosses the River Cam
Hunter's Bridge (3) near Longburton, Dorset
The bridge is where Broke Lane, one of the old roads running south from Sherborne crosses the River Cam
Farmland near Longburton This is on Broke Laneclose to Folly Wood just south of Hunters Bridge
Farmland near Longburton
This is on Broke Laneclose to Folly Wood just south of Hunters Bridge
Broke Lane near Longburton This is the view north along Broke Lane on the edge of Folly Wood looking towards Hunters Bridge and the River Cam
Broke Lane near Longburton
This is the view north along Broke Lane on the edge of Folly Wood looking towards Hunters Bridge and the River Cam
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Hunters Bridge Coppice is located at Grid Ref: ST6611 (Lat: 50.897863, Lng: -2.4833157)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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