Sandhills Coppice

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Sandhills Coppice

Field, West Pulham The nightmare that is footpath N49 20 is drawing to a close. Currently my nomination for Dorset's worst right of way (of those I've completed), and there's tough competition. Visible in the centre is the roof of Chaselands.
Field, West Pulham Credit: Derek Harper

Sandhills Coppice is a beautiful woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is renowned for its diverse and rich ecosystem. The coppice is situated in the heart of the Sandhills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which further enhances its appeal.

The woodland is primarily composed of oak and ash trees, providing a dense and verdant canopy that offers shelter to a wide variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with an array of native flora, including bluebells, primroses, and wild garlic, creating a picturesque and enchanting setting.

Visitors to Sandhills Coppice can enjoy a network of well-maintained footpaths that wind their way through the woodland, allowing for leisurely walks and exploration. These paths offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and provide opportunities for birdwatching, with species such as woodpeckers, tawny owls, and buzzards frequently spotted.

The coppice is also home to a diverse range of fauna, including deer, badgers, foxes, and rabbits. Nature enthusiasts will delight in the chance to observe these animals in their natural habitat, as well as a multitude of insects, butterflies, and other invertebrates.

Sandhills Coppice is managed by the local authorities to preserve its natural beauty and promote sustainable practices. It is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike, attracting nature lovers, hikers, and photographers throughout the year. With its tranquil atmosphere, stunning scenery, and abundant wildlife, Sandhills Coppice offers a truly immersive and unforgettable woodland experience.

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Field, West Pulham The nightmare that is footpath N49 20 is drawing to a close. Currently my nomination for Dorset's worst right of way (of those I've completed), and there's tough competition. Visible in the centre is the roof of Chaselands.
Field, West Pulham
The nightmare that is footpath N49 20 is drawing to a close. Currently my nomination for Dorset's worst right of way (of those I've completed), and there's tough competition. Visible in the centre is the roof of Chaselands.
B3143 south of Pulham The B road crosses a slight dip on its way towards Duntish. The farm is Towns End Farm. The wood on the right is Brickkiln Coppice.
B3143 south of Pulham
The B road crosses a slight dip on its way towards Duntish. The farm is Towns End Farm. The wood on the right is Brickkiln Coppice.
Holwell Manor House Grade II* listed. "Country House, C16 with much rebuilding of 1889" <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1118845?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1118845?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> . Seen past the entrance gate on Holwell Drove <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7564503">ST6810 : Holwell Drove</a>.
Holwell Manor House
Grade II* listed. "Country House, C16 with much rebuilding of 1889" LinkExternal link . Seen past the entrance gate on Holwell Drove ST6810 : Holwell Drove.
Cottage, Sandhills Tess Cottage is opposite the junction of Holwell Drove (foreground) with Stock Hill Lane. Presumably named as a whimsical reference to Hardy's famous character who spent time in the Blackmore Vale, which we are in.
Cottage, Sandhills
Tess Cottage is opposite the junction of Holwell Drove (foreground) with Stock Hill Lane. Presumably named as a whimsical reference to Hardy's famous character who spent time in the Blackmore Vale, which we are in.
Stock Hill Lane Passing Rails Farm. To the right of the telegraph pole is Magog Farm.
Stock Hill Lane
Passing Rails Farm. To the right of the telegraph pole is Magog Farm.
Damaged stile near Pulham The stile on footpath N49 20 glimpsed from the other side at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7560802">ST6908 : Overgrown stile near Pulham</a>. A time-consuming stretch of footpath.
Damaged stile near Pulham
The stile on footpath N49 20 glimpsed from the other side at ST6908 : Overgrown stile near Pulham. A time-consuming stretch of footpath.
Stile near Pulham Compared to the last stile <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7560806">ST7008 : Damaged stile near Pulham</a>, this looks fine, but beyond it the course of footpath N49 20 is through absolutely impenetrable woodland, even if daylight can be seen on the far side of the field boundary. I've no intention of retracing my steps given the difficulty of doing so, so will have to look for another route.
Stile near Pulham
Compared to the last stile ST7008 : Damaged stile near Pulham, this looks fine, but beyond it the course of footpath N49 20 is through absolutely impenetrable woodland, even if daylight can be seen on the far side of the field boundary. I've no intention of retracing my steps given the difficulty of doing so, so will have to look for another route.
Farm, Pulham Taken while trying to find alternative route for footpath N49 20 after the impossibility of using <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7560808">ST7008 : Stile near Pulham</a>. The farm is unnamed on maps.
Farm, Pulham
Taken while trying to find alternative route for footpath N49 20 after the impossibility of using ST7008 : Stile near Pulham. The farm is unnamed on maps.
House at Pulham Chaselands also appears in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7180955">ST7008 : Field, West Pulham</a>. Needless to say the footpath I was trying to follow has no exit onto the road where mapped; I took the trouble to search diligently on both sides of the hedge. So I have to leave this meadow via the entrance driveway to the house. Footpath N49 20 is 478 metres long (<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.rowmaps.com/showmap.php?place=West%20Pulham&map=BingOS&lat=50.8723&lon=2.4236&lonew=W" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.rowmaps.com/showmap.php?place=West%20Pulham&map=BingOS&lat=50.8723&lon=2.4236&lonew=W">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ) and has around four impassable stiles or crossing places, which could easily be a record, at around 1 per 120 metres. It took me 18 minutes to get from one end to the other.
House at Pulham
Chaselands also appears in ST7008 : Field, West Pulham. Needless to say the footpath I was trying to follow has no exit onto the road where mapped; I took the trouble to search diligently on both sides of the hedge. So I have to leave this meadow via the entrance driveway to the house. Footpath N49 20 is 478 metres long (LinkExternal link ) and has around four impassable stiles or crossing places, which could easily be a record, at around 1 per 120 metres. It took me 18 minutes to get from one end to the other.
Grass field by the B3143 On the right of the stretch of road shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7180981">ST7007 : B3143 south of Pulham</a>.
Grass field by the B3143
On the right of the stretch of road shown in ST7007 : B3143 south of Pulham.
Towards Old Lipgate Farm A view on the other side of the B3143 from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7561251">ST7007 : Grass field by the B3143</a>.
Towards Old Lipgate Farm
A view on the other side of the B3143 from ST7007 : Grass field by the B3143.
Missing footpath, Pulham This shows the section of the B3143 where footpath N49 20 is mapped as beginning. I walked along it, very carefully looking for any sign of a path, but in vain. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7561245">ST7008 : House at Pulham</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7560808">ST7008 : Stile near Pulham</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7560806">ST7008 : Damaged stile near Pulham</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7560802">ST6908 : Overgrown stile near Pulham</a> for more information on this disgracefully-maintained path.
Missing footpath, Pulham
This shows the section of the B3143 where footpath N49 20 is mapped as beginning. I walked along it, very carefully looking for any sign of a path, but in vain. See ST7008 : House at Pulham, ST7008 : Stile near Pulham, ST7008 : Damaged stile near Pulham and ST6908 : Overgrown stile near Pulham for more information on this disgracefully-maintained path.
B3143 at Pulham Business Park The board lists seven enterprises in the park's four buildings.
B3143 at Pulham Business Park
The board lists seven enterprises in the park's four buildings.
Field, Pulham Pulham Business Park is on the other side of the trees on the left.
Field, Pulham
Pulham Business Park is on the other side of the trees on the left.
Houses at Pulham Alongside the B3143.
Houses at Pulham
Alongside the B3143.
Holwell Drove The unfenced symbol comes into play on maps here, as the western end of the road has the very wide verges characteristic of drove roads.
Holwell Drove
The unfenced symbol comes into play on maps here, as the western end of the road has the very wide verges characteristic of drove roads.
Holwell Drove The former drove road passes the entrance gateway to the Manor House, glimpsed at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7184701">ST6810 : Holwell Manor House</a>
Holwell Drove
The former drove road passes the entrance gateway to the Manor House, glimpsed at ST6810 : Holwell Manor House
Holwell Drove Looking left from as the wide verge appears. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7564475">ST6910 : Holwell Drove</a>.
Holwell Drove
Looking left from as the wide verge appears. See also ST6910 : Holwell Drove.
Show me another place!

Sandhills Coppice is located at Grid Ref: ST6808 (Lat: 50.874736, Lng: -2.4490656)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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