Bradleyfield Coppice

Wood, Forest in Herefordshire

England

Bradleyfield Coppice

Lawn Pool, Brockhampton Park View across parkland to Brockhampton House from Lawn Pool. — Lawn Pool, Brockhampton Park Credit: Philip Halling

Bradleyfield Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in Herefordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, this ancient forest is renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. The woodland is characterized by a mix of deciduous and evergreen trees, including oak, beech, ash, and yew, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem.

The coppice has a long history, dating back several centuries. It was traditionally managed for wood production, specifically for timber and firewood. Today, it serves as a recreational area for locals and visitors alike, offering peaceful walks and a chance to connect with nature.

The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, providing a habitat for a wide range of animals and insects. Visitors may be lucky enough to spot native species such as deer, foxes, badgers, and various bird species, including woodpeckers and owls.

Bradleyfield Coppice is a haven for nature enthusiasts and photographers who seek to capture the beauty of the woodland. The changing seasons bring a kaleidoscope of colors, from vibrant greens in spring and summer to golden hues in autumn. In winter, the snow-covered trees create a magical atmosphere.

Managed by local conservation organizations, the coppice is carefully preserved to maintain its ecological balance. It offers educational opportunities, hosting guided walks and workshops to raise awareness about the importance of woodland conservation.

Overall, Bradleyfield Coppice is a hidden gem in Herefordshire, offering a peaceful retreat and a chance to experience the wonders of nature firsthand.

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Bradleyfield Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.202107/-2.4308414 or Grid Reference SO7056. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lawn Pool, Brockhampton Park

View across parkland to Brockhampton House from Lawn Pool.

Philip Halling

Lawn Pool dam

Trees have recently been felled here opening up the woodland below the dam.

Philip Halling

Track at Lower Brockhampton

Track to farm buildings at Lower Brockhampton.

Philip Halling

Lower Brockhampton

Lower Brockhampton is a moated half-timbered manor house dating from the late 14th century, complete with a timber-framed gatehouse straddling the moat. The Brockhampton Estate was bequeathed to the National Trust in 1946 by Colonel John Talbot Lutley. The house is Grade I listed.

Philip Halling

Rowan berries

Rowan berries at Lower Brockhampton.

Philip Halling

Font at Lower Brockhampton

Font in the abandoned church at Lower Brockhampton.

Philip Halling

Brockhampton medieval manor house

Compiled by Brian Robert Marshall The Brockhampton Estate centred on Lower Brockhampton is a National Trust property and has been since 1946 when it was bequeathed to the Trust by the last owner Colonel John Lutley. It was and remains a working farm and the ancient buildings were occupied as late as the 1980s. The two main buildings are the farmhouse and the gatehouse which date to the 14th and 16th centuries respectively. In 2010 the farmhouse was comprehensively restored following earlier restoration and repair programmes in 1871, 1947 and the 1990s Link

The gatehouse has also recently been restored. The third building of interest is the ruin of a Norman chapel used for storage purposes from the late 18th century until the 1980s. The farmhouse is listed Grade I Link

as is the gatehouse Link

The chapel is Grade II* Link

Mat Fascione

Damson orchard, Brockhampton

Mike Parker

View to the orchard at Brockhampton

Looking through a window in the C15 half-timbered gatehouse of Lower Brockhampton, towards the moat and orchard of damson trees in full blossom.

Mike Parker

Lawn Pool

Lawn Pool and Brockhampton Park.

Philip Halling

Lawn Pool

Trees reflected in Lawn Pool in Brockhampton Park.

Philip Halling

Lower Brockhampton

Drive approaching the National Trust property of Lower Brockhampton.

Philip Halling

Cattle grid and drive

Cattle grid and drive at Lower Brockhampton.

Philip Halling

Orchard at Lower Brockhampton

A damson orchard at Lower Brockhampton.

Philip Halling

Lower Brockhampton

After the dry summer of 2022 the moat at Lower Brockhampton is particularly low.

Philip Halling

Lower Brockhampton

The National Trust have opted for more subdued colours on this noted building.

David M Clark

Lower Brockhampton

Part of a large estate owned by the National Trust.

David M Clark

Lower Brockhampton Gatehouse

Adding greatly to the attractiveness of the medieval moated manor house at Lower Brockhampton, the two storey gatehouse over the short path up to the front door appears to have been a total vanity project. As a display board inside explains, the gatehouse is built with far more decorative timberwork than is necessary for a relatively simple structure. Excessive use of cut timber, which was very expensive in those days, was a way of showing off how much cash you had to spare. It also says that later tenants used it as a hen house.

Des Blenkinsopp

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Bradleyfield Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SO7056 (Lat: 52.202107, Lng: -2.4308414)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia