Fryer Mayne Wood

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Fryer Mayne Wood

St Martin's Church, Broadmayne
St Martin's Church, Broadmayne Credit: Chris Andrews

Fryer Mayne Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Dorset, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

The wood is characterized by its diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a vibrant and enchanting atmosphere. The dense foliage provides a haven for various species of birds, small mammals, and insects, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching and wildlife observation.

Trails and footpaths wind their way through the wood, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its beauty and tranquility. As they meander through the forest, visitors may come across babbling brooks and small ponds, adding to the charm of this natural paradise. The wood is also home to a number of ancient trees, some of which are believed to be hundreds of years old, adding a sense of history and wonder to the area.

Fryer Mayne Wood is managed by the local authorities, who ensure that it remains a well-preserved and accessible natural space for the public to enjoy. Visitors are encouraged to follow designated paths and respect the wildlife and flora found within the wood.

Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a family picnic, or a chance to reconnect with nature, Fryer Mayne Wood offers a peaceful and serene environment that will captivate all who venture into its embrace.

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Fryer Mayne Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.681011/-2.3687715 or Grid Reference SY7486. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Martin's Church, Broadmayne
St Martin's Church, Broadmayne
The Black Dog, Broadmayne
The Black Dog, Broadmayne
Little Mayne Farm
Little Mayne Farm
St Peter's Church, West Knighton Thomas Hardy was involved in the reconstruction of this church in the 19th Century.
St Peter's Church, West Knighton
Thomas Hardy was involved in the reconstruction of this church in the 19th Century.
Footpath near Lower Glebe Farm There is a junction in the footpaths here, a local footpath heading north towards West Stafford and the Jubilee Trail heading west.
Footpath near Lower Glebe Farm
There is a junction in the footpaths here, a local footpath heading north towards West Stafford and the Jubilee Trail heading west.
Old Milestone by the A352, Broadmayne Metal plate attached to stone post by the A352, in parish of Broadmayne (West Dorset District), by Broadmayne Church, set into wall at south end of lay-by by church, on North-east side of road. Dorset 3 and 4 (iron plated), erected by the Dorchester & Wool Turnpike Trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
4
DORCHESTER
WAREHAM
13 

Milestone Society National ID: DO_DOWA04.
Old Milestone by the A352, Broadmayne
Metal plate attached to stone post by the A352, in parish of Broadmayne (West Dorset District), by Broadmayne Church, set into wall at south end of lay-by by church, on North-east side of road. Dorset 3 and 4 (iron plated), erected by the Dorchester & Wool Turnpike Trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- 4 DORCHESTER WAREHAM 13 Milestone Society National ID: DO_DOWA04.
Old Milestone by the A352,  Main Street, Broadmayne Metal plate attached to stone post by the A352, in parish of BROADMAYNE (WEST DORSET District), by Broadmayne Church, set into wall at south end of lay-by near church, on North side of road. Dorset 3 and 4 (iron plated), erected by the Dorchester & Wool turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
4
DORCHESTER
WAREHAM
13

Milestone Society National ID: DO_DOWA04R.
Old Milestone by the A352, Main Street, Broadmayne
Metal plate attached to stone post by the A352, in parish of BROADMAYNE (WEST DORSET District), by Broadmayne Church, set into wall at south end of lay-by near church, on North side of road. Dorset 3 and 4 (iron plated), erected by the Dorchester & Wool turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- 4 DORCHESTER WAREHAM 13 Milestone Society National ID: DO_DOWA04R.
A353 heading towards Warmwell Cross Roundabout Warmwell Cross Roundabout is at the end of this road
A353 heading towards Warmwell Cross Roundabout
Warmwell Cross Roundabout is at the end of this road
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (19) -
Knighton Heath Wood - Bomb Component Store

Subterranean structure built into the two ends of an earth revetment for the storage of small bombs carried by fighter aircraft under the wings.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6372884">SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (20)</a>
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (19)
- Knighton Heath Wood - Bomb Component Store Subterranean structure built into the two ends of an earth revetment for the storage of small bombs carried by fighter aircraft under the wings. SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (20)
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (20) -
Knighton Heath Wood - Bomb Component Store

Not surprisingly, the store was situated in the furthest corner of the wood away from the fighter pens where most of the action took place. 

As the war progressed, offensive fighter sweeps over France were conducted from Warmwell using Hurricanes carrying bombs under their wings. The bombs would have been supplied from these stores.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6372896">SY7588 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (21)</a>
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (20)
- Knighton Heath Wood - Bomb Component Store Not surprisingly, the store was situated in the furthest corner of the wood away from the fighter pens where most of the action took place. As the war progressed, offensive fighter sweeps over France were conducted from Warmwell using Hurricanes carrying bombs under their wings. The bombs would have been supplied from these stores. SY7588 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (21)
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (23) -
Knighton Heath Wood - M & E Plinth

A Mechanical and Electrical Plinth housing for an electrical transformer and switchgear required to transform the supply of 440/230 volts.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6372918">SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (24)</a>
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (23)
- Knighton Heath Wood - M & E Plinth A Mechanical and Electrical Plinth housing for an electrical transformer and switchgear required to transform the supply of 440/230 volts. SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (24)
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (24) -
Knighton Heath Wood - M & E Plinth

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6372924">SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (25)</a>
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (24)
- Knighton Heath Wood - M & E Plinth SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (25)
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (25) -
Knighton Heath Wood - M & E Plinth

Transformer plinth.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6372930">SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (26)</a>
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (25)
- Knighton Heath Wood - M & E Plinth Transformer plinth. SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (26)
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (26) -
Knighton Heath Wood - fighter pen

Moving south along the east side of the wood is a second fighter pen - one of the extant six or seven pens.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6372939">SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (27)</a>
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (26)
- Knighton Heath Wood - fighter pen Moving south along the east side of the wood is a second fighter pen - one of the extant six or seven pens. SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (27)
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (27) -
Knighton Heath Wood - Small Arms Ammunition Store

The remains of the outer blast wall of the SAA store that presumably once would have contained a secure building of some description; the platform for one can be seen in the foreground.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6372943">SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (28)</a>
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (27)
- Knighton Heath Wood - Small Arms Ammunition Store The remains of the outer blast wall of the SAA store that presumably once would have contained a secure building of some description; the platform for one can be seen in the foreground. SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (28)
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (28) -
Knighton Heath Wood - Small Arms Ammunition Store

Note the substantially thicker blast wall at the lower level, and the staggered entrance at the right hand corner.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6372991">SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (29)</a>
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (28)
- Knighton Heath Wood - Small Arms Ammunition Store Note the substantially thicker blast wall at the lower level, and the staggered entrance at the right hand corner. SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (29)
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (29) -
Knighton Heath Wood - Fighter Pen

At the south east corner of the wood is another fighter pen, the last of the six or seven extant on the east side of Knighton Heath Wood. The photo shows one half of the earth revetment of this large pen.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6372994">SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (30)</a>
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (29)
- Knighton Heath Wood - Fighter Pen At the south east corner of the wood is another fighter pen, the last of the six or seven extant on the east side of Knighton Heath Wood. The photo shows one half of the earth revetment of this large pen. SY7488 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (30)
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (30) -
Knighton Heath Wood - Fighter Pen

The other side of the fighter pen - see previous photo. The former airfield lies beyond, with most of it now a sand and gravel pit.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6373002">SY7588 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (31)</a>
WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (30)
- Knighton Heath Wood - Fighter Pen The other side of the fighter pen - see previous photo. The former airfield lies beyond, with most of it now a sand and gravel pit. SY7588 : WWII Dorset: discovering RAF Warmwell (31)
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Fryer Mayne Wood is located at Grid Ref: SY7486 (Lat: 50.681011, Lng: -2.3687715)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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