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Morrels Coppice

Wood, Forest in Shropshire

England

Morrels Coppice

Footpath in the corner of a field, Linleygreen The path west of here runs across open fields, before diving into a 'green lane' complete with bluebells, just where the new waymarker sits at the top of the copse.
Footpath in the corner of a field, Linleygreen Credit: Richard Law

Morrells Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in Shropshire, England. Spanning an area of approximately 200 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility amidst nature's beauty. The coppice is situated near the village of Baschurch, just a few miles from the county town of Shrewsbury.

The woodland is characterized by its dense and diverse vegetation, with a variety of tree species including oak, ash, beech, and birch. These trees create a lush and vibrant canopy, providing shade and shelter for an array of wildlife. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of bluebells, wild garlic, and other wildflowers, adding to the area's natural charm.

Morrells Coppice offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. The paths wind through the ancient trees, offering glimpses of wildlife such as deer, squirrels, and a plethora of bird species. Birdwatchers can delight in spotting woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds throughout the year.

In addition to its natural beauty, Morrells Coppice holds historical significance. The woodland is believed to have been managed as a coppice for centuries, providing a sustainable source of timber for the local community. Today, remnants of this historical practice can still be seen in the coppiced areas of the woodland.

Overall, Morrells Coppice is a true gem of Shropshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature's splendor and explore a woodland steeped in history.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.588016/-2.4289946 or Grid Reference SO7198. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath in the corner of a field, Linleygreen The path west of here runs across open fields, before diving into a 'green lane' complete with bluebells, just where the new waymarker sits at the top of the copse.
Footpath in the corner of a field, Linleygreen
The path west of here runs across open fields, before diving into a 'green lane' complete with bluebells, just where the new waymarker sits at the top of the copse.
An old green lane near Linleygreen Part of the footpath network, this old lane with a stone retaining wall on the right, is now so little used that the bluebells are coming up along its whole length and width.
An old green lane near Linleygreen
Part of the footpath network, this old lane with a stone retaining wall on the right, is now so little used that the bluebells are coming up along its whole length and width.
Footpath at the edge of Thrift Coppice Thrift Coppice runs into Birch Wood as you walk east; both lie on the steep southern bank of the Dean Brook valley.
Footpath at the edge of Thrift Coppice
Thrift Coppice runs into Birch Wood as you walk east; both lie on the steep southern bank of the Dean Brook valley.
Bridleway gate into Frogmill Covert
Bridleway gate into Frogmill Covert
Good luck limboing under that one A fallen tree doing its best to block the bridleway. Easy to walk or ride a bike under - not so easy on an 'oss.
Good luck limboing under that one
A fallen tree doing its best to block the bridleway. Easy to walk or ride a bike under - not so easy on an 'oss.
Packhorse bridge over the Linley Brook One of a couple of arched brick bridges in these woods; there must have been quite a bit of trade running up and down this part of the Severn valley once upon a time to warrant the effort of building them.
Packhorse bridge over the Linley Brook
One of a couple of arched brick bridges in these woods; there must have been quite a bit of trade running up and down this part of the Severn valley once upon a time to warrant the effort of building them.
Barley, Swinney Every now and then the steep slopes falling to the Severn relent a little allowing for farmland on the flood plain.
Barley, Swinney
Every now and then the steep slopes falling to the Severn relent a little allowing for farmland on the flood plain.
Barley, Swinney A field above the old railway.
Barley, Swinney
A field above the old railway.
Railway bridge The trackbed of the Severn Valley Railway crosses a road at the foot of Tarbatch Dingle.
Railway bridge
The trackbed of the Severn Valley Railway crosses a road at the foot of Tarbatch Dingle.
Barley, Ballsfoundry The woodland is on the other bank of the Severn.
Barley, Ballsfoundry
The woodland is on the other bank of the Severn.
Pasture and Thrift Coppice near Linley Green, Shropshire Looking north-west towards Thrift Coppice.
Pasture and Thrift Coppice near Linley Green, Shropshire
Looking north-west towards Thrift Coppice.
Boundary of a rapefield, near Linleygreen in Shropshire Wild flowers are blossoming beautifully. Judging from the various wild plants growing among the ripening rape seed pods, I wonder whether it is an organic crop.
Boundary of a rapefield, near Linleygreen in Shropshire
Wild flowers are blossoming beautifully. Judging from the various wild plants growing among the ripening rape seed pods, I wonder whether it is an organic crop.
Forest and Farmland, near Linleygreen, Shropshire The public footpath along the edge of the coppice is rarely used and undefined on the ground. The white blossoms at the woodland edge are elder.
Forest and Farmland, near Linleygreen, Shropshire
The public footpath along the edge of the coppice is rarely used and undefined on the ground. The white blossoms at the woodland edge are elder.
Farmland near Linleygreen, Shropshire The public footpath is undefined on the ground, and follows the edge of the coppice. The small wooded promontory (centre) surrounds a pool.
Farmland near Linleygreen, Shropshire
The public footpath is undefined on the ground, and follows the edge of the coppice. The small wooded promontory (centre) surrounds a pool.
Pool in the Trees, near Linleygreen, Shropshire The foliage is especially lush around this pool. The public right of way skirts the trees to the right
Pool in the Trees, near Linleygreen, Shropshire
The foliage is especially lush around this pool. The public right of way skirts the trees to the right
The Edge of the Coppice, near Linleygreen, Shropshire The public right of way (hardly ever used, it seems) cuts across the field fifty metres to the right.
The Edge of the Coppice, near Linleygreen, Shropshire
The public right of way (hardly ever used, it seems) cuts across the field fifty metres to the right.
View from near Linleygreen, Shropshire Because of the amount of weeds (poppies, thistles, brambles, buttercups etc.) growing among the rapeseeds, I wonder whether it is an organic crop. It is growing far away from any other rapeseed fields.
View from near Linleygreen, Shropshire
Because of the amount of weeds (poppies, thistles, brambles, buttercups etc.) growing among the rapeseeds, I wonder whether it is an organic crop. It is growing far away from any other rapeseed fields.
Access to Hem Farm
Access to Hem Farm
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Morrels Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SO7198 (Lat: 52.588016, Lng: -2.4289946)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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