Home Covert

Wood, Forest in Somerset Mendip

England

Home Covert

Bridge over the Wellow Brook in Shoscombe Stone built road bridge at the foot of Dairy Hill in Shoscombe, crossing the Wellow Brook.  Photograph taken looking north over the bridge.
Bridge over the Wellow Brook in Shoscombe Credit: Kevin Pearson

Home Covert, Somerset (Wood, Forest) is a picturesque woodland area located in the county of Somerset, England. Covering an approximate area of 50 hectares, this enchanting forest is a haven for nature lovers and offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Home Covert is characterized by its dense and diverse tree population, including oak, beech, and birch trees, which create a stunning canopy over the forest floor. These towering trees provide a habitat for a wide variety of wildlife, making it an excellent spot for birdwatching and wildlife spotting. Visitors may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of woodpeckers, owls, and various small mammals, such as foxes and squirrels.

The forest is crisscrossed with well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area and appreciate its natural beauty. The trails wind through the woodland, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and providing opportunities for peaceful walks and invigorating hikes.

Home Covert also boasts a number of picnic areas, making it a perfect destination for a family day out. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely lunch surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature, or simply relax and soak up the peaceful ambiance of the forest.

The woodland is open to the public year-round and is managed by the local conservation authority to ensure the preservation of its natural ecosystem. Whether you are a nature enthusiast, a keen walker, or simply looking for a serene and picturesque escape, Home Covert, Somerset (Wood, Forest) is sure to captivate and inspire.

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Home Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.299456/-2.3772371 or Grid Reference ST7355. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridge over the Wellow Brook in Shoscombe Stone built road bridge at the foot of Dairy Hill in Shoscombe, crossing the Wellow Brook.  Photograph taken looking north over the bridge.
Bridge over the Wellow Brook in Shoscombe
Stone built road bridge at the foot of Dairy Hill in Shoscombe, crossing the Wellow Brook. Photograph taken looking north over the bridge.
Wellow Brook near Shoscombe The Wellow Brook, photographed from the bridge at the bottom of Dairy Hill just outside of Shoscombe.
Wellow Brook near Shoscombe
The Wellow Brook, photographed from the bridge at the bottom of Dairy Hill just outside of Shoscombe.
Drainage Culvert on Littleton Lane near Wellow An arched culvert beside Littleton Lane near Wellow.  This is likely to be from the trackbed of the Somerset & Dorset Railway, which ran alongside and above Littleton Lane.
Drainage Culvert on Littleton Lane near Wellow
An arched culvert beside Littleton Lane near Wellow. This is likely to be from the trackbed of the Somerset & Dorset Railway, which ran alongside and above Littleton Lane.
NCN24 on Littleton Lane near Wellow View north east along the path of NCN24 on Littleton Lane at a dip near the Wellow Brook, with some flooding.
NCN24 on Littleton Lane near Wellow
View north east along the path of NCN24 on Littleton Lane at a dip near the Wellow Brook, with some flooding.
Stream near Double Hill Field and stream near Double Hill.
Stream near Double Hill
Field and stream near Double Hill.
Road Junction Dairy Hill and Littleton Lane road junction.
Road Junction
Dairy Hill and Littleton Lane road junction.
Stony Littleton Farm Farm at Stony Littleton.
Stony Littleton Farm
Farm at Stony Littleton.
Manor Farm Farm at Stony Littleton.
Manor Farm
Farm at Stony Littleton.
View towards the Long Barrow Seen from Stony Littleton looking east.
View towards the Long Barrow
Seen from Stony Littleton looking east.
Wellow Brook Footbridge over Wellow Brook.
Wellow Brook
Footbridge over Wellow Brook.
Stony Littleton Long Barrow Long Barrow overlooking Wellow.
Stony Littleton Long Barrow
Long Barrow overlooking Wellow.
Farm near Wellow Brook Near Rectory Farm.
Farm near Wellow Brook
Near Rectory Farm.
Wellow Brook Seen from the road bridge at Single Hill.
Wellow Brook
Seen from the road bridge at Single Hill.
Pillbox on Littleton Lane This was part of the GHQ Line.
Pillbox on Littleton Lane
This was part of the GHQ Line.
Old Milestone by A366, North of Hemington, just West of Crossroads The Milestone is located on grass verge on the South of the road.  Parish of Hemington (Mendip District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Radstock iron plate design, erected by the Radstock turnpike trust in the 18th century, top right corner of plate gone; chips on top left of stone. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6035396" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6035396">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:-  
RADSTOCK / 3 / P. NORTON / 3   

Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1408656 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1408656" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1408656">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> 

Milestone Society National ID: SO_FRPN11
Old Milestone by A366, North of Hemington, just West of Crossroads
The Milestone is located on grass verge on the South of the road.  Parish of Hemington (Mendip District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Radstock iron plate design, erected by the Radstock turnpike trust in the 18th century, top right corner of plate gone; chips on top left of stone. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- RADSTOCK / 3 / P. NORTON / 3 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1408656 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_FRPN11
Road from Foxcote meets the A366
Road from Foxcote meets the A366
The A366 leaves Faulkland past a converted chapel
The A366 leaves Faulkland past a converted chapel
The A366 drops down the hill towards Tucker's Bottom
The A366 drops down the hill towards Tucker's Bottom
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Home Covert is located at Grid Ref: ST7355 (Lat: 51.299456, Lng: -2.3772371)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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