Mead Coppice

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Mead Coppice

Field, West Pulham The nightmare that is footpath N49 20 is drawing to a close. Currently my nomination for Dorset&#039;s worst right of way (of those I&#039;ve completed), and there&#039;s tough competition. Visible in the centre is the roof of Chaselands. — Field, West Pulham Credit: Derek Harper

Mead Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Dorset, in the southwestern part of England. Spanning over an area of approximately 100 acres, this ancient forest is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna.

The woodland is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy, offering shade and shelter to a variety of woodland creatures. The forest floor is covered with a blanket of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, which add vibrant colors to the landscape during the spring season.

Mead Coppice is intersected by several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the forest at their own pace. These paths wind through the trees, offering glimpses of the surrounding countryside and providing an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The tranquility of the woodland makes it a popular spot for nature lovers, hikers, and birdwatchers.

The forest is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a plethora of bird species. The serene atmosphere and natural habitat of Mead Coppice provide the perfect conditions for these creatures to thrive.

Overall, Mead Coppice in Dorset is a haven for nature enthusiasts, offering a peaceful retreat amidst the beauty of the British countryside. Whether one seeks a leisurely walk, a chance to observe wildlife, or simply a moment of solitude in nature, this woodland provides a sanctuary that is sure to captivate all who venture within its borders.

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Field, West Pulham The nightmare that is footpath N49 20 is drawing to a close. Currently my nomination for Dorset&#039;s worst right of way (of those I&#039;ve completed), and there&#039;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.

Lane to Holwell Roadside trees on a straight lane passing Oakwood View.

Lane to Holwell

Roadside trees on a straight lane passing Oakwood View.

Grass triangle near Pulham Part of a staggered crossroads on the B3143, bearing left here. The turning on the right is Cannings Court Lane, a no through road.

Grass triangle near Pulham

Part of a staggered crossroads on the B3143, bearing left here. The turning on the right is Cannings Court Lane, a no through road.

Trees near Hartmoor Farm Along the lane from Holwell to Pulham.

Trees near Hartmoor Farm

Along the lane from Holwell to Pulham.

Cottage, Sandhills Tess Cottage is opposite the junction of Holwell Drove (foreground) with Stock Hill Lane. Presumably named as a whimsical reference to Hardy&#039;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&#039;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&amp;map=BingOS&amp;lat=50.8723&amp;lon=2.4236&amp;lonew=W" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.rowmaps.com/showmap.php?place=West%20Pulham&amp;map=BingOS&amp;lat=50.8723&amp;lon=2.4236&amp;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 (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&#039;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.

Pulham Not the prettiest of Dorset villages. The B3143 on the right passes through; the turning on the left is Halsey Green. The church is isolated on a side road off to the east <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST7108?centi=ST711085" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST7108?centi=ST711085">Link</a> .

Pulham

Not the prettiest of Dorset villages. The B3143 on the right passes through; the turning on the left is Halsey Green. The church is isolated on a side road off to the east Link .

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Mead Coppice is located at Grid Ref: ST6808 (Lat: 50.873664, Lng: -2.4424892)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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