New Covert

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

New Covert

Former chapel at Holwell
Former chapel at Holwell Credit: David Martin

New Covert is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated near the coastal town of Weymouth, it covers an area of approximately 100 hectares and is known for its diverse flora and fauna.

The woodland is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, creating a lush and vibrant habitat. The forest floor is covered in a carpet of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, adding bursts of color to the landscape.

New Covert is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. The woodland provides a haven for a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. Visitors can often spot deer, foxes, and rabbits, as well as smaller mammals like squirrels and hedgehogs.

There are several well-maintained walking trails that weave through the woodland, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its beauty at their own pace. These trails vary in length and difficulty, catering to both casual walkers and more experienced hikers.

In addition to its natural beauty, New Covert also has historical significance. It is believed that the woodland has been present for centuries, providing a glimpse into the region's past. Some remnants of old structures, such as stone walls and foundations, can still be found within the woodland, adding to its charm and intrigue.

Overall, New Covert in Dorset is a tranquil and enchanting woodland that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its diverse ecosystem, scenic trails, and historical elements make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a connection with the natural world.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.886124/-2.4388258 or Grid Reference ST6909. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Former chapel at Holwell
Former chapel at Holwell
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.
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.
Passing Holwell Hill Farm On the lane from Pulham to Holwell.
Passing Holwell Hill Farm
On the lane from Pulham to Holwell.
Lane to Holwell A little further north from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7184565">ST7010 : Passing Holwell Hill Farm</a>. A little of the village of Holwell is visible ahead right of centre.
Lane to Holwell
A little further north from ST7010 : Passing Holwell Hill Farm. A little of the village of Holwell is visible ahead right of centre.
Crouch Hill Farm The thatched farmhouse on Holwell Drove is "possibly of C17 origin ..." <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1304895?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1304895?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> .
Crouch Hill Farm
The thatched farmhouse on Holwell Drove is "possibly of C17 origin ..." LinkExternal link .
Holwell Drove Approaching a slight right bend, the only bend in the one and a half kilometres road between Holwell and Sandhills. Its drove-like quality is more pronounced towards the western end.
Holwell Drove
Approaching a slight right bend, the only bend in the one and a half kilometres road between Holwell and Sandhills. Its drove-like quality is more pronounced towards the western end.
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.
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.
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New Covert is located at Grid Ref: ST6909 (Lat: 50.886124, Lng: -2.4388258)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

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