Newpark Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset South Somerset

England

Newpark Wood

King Alfred's Tower Revisited Huge folly standing on top of Kingsettle Hill, just inside the Somerset border with Wiltshire.
Grade I Listed Building belonging to the National Trust, it was completed in 1772 by Henry Hoare to commemorate the ending of the Seven Years War with France and the accession of George III.
The location is believed to be near Egbert's Stone where Alfred rallied the Anglo-Saxons before the decisive Battle of Edington.
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/286353">ST7435 : Alfred's Tower</a>
The triangular tower is 161 foot high, with a hollow interior containing a spiral staircase.
King Alfred's Tower Revisited Credit: Chris Heaton

Newpark Wood, located in Somerset, England, is a picturesque forest that spans over a vast area. It is a natural haven that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The wood is characterized by its dense, lush vegetation and a diverse range of plant and animal species.

With its rich biodiversity, Newpark Wood serves as an important habitat for various wildlife species. Visitors can expect to encounter a range of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. Additionally, small mammals such as squirrels, badgers, and foxes can also be spotted within the wood.

The wood is primarily made up of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash. These towering trees provide a dense canopy that filters sunlight, creating a cool and shaded environment within the wood. In springtime, the forest floor comes alive with a colorful display of wildflowers, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

Newpark Wood offers a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the surroundings. The trails wind through the wood, providing opportunities to observe wildlife, enjoy the stunning scenery, and, during autumn, witness the vibrant foliage as the leaves change color.

The wood is managed by local authorities, who ensure its conservation and protection. They also organize educational programs and guided walks to raise awareness about the importance of preserving this natural treasure. Newpark Wood is a true gem of Somerset, offering a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and a chance to reconnect with the beauty of the natural world.

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Newpark Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.097176/-2.3649199 or Grid Reference ST7433. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

King Alfred's Tower Revisited Huge folly standing on top of Kingsettle Hill, just inside the Somerset border with Wiltshire.
Grade I Listed Building belonging to the National Trust, it was completed in 1772 by Henry Hoare to commemorate the ending of the Seven Years War with France and the accession of George III.
The location is believed to be near Egbert's Stone where Alfred rallied the Anglo-Saxons before the decisive Battle of Edington.
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/286353">ST7435 : Alfred's Tower</a>
The triangular tower is 161 foot high, with a hollow interior containing a spiral staircase.
King Alfred's Tower Revisited
Huge folly standing on top of Kingsettle Hill, just inside the Somerset border with Wiltshire. Grade I Listed Building belonging to the National Trust, it was completed in 1772 by Henry Hoare to commemorate the ending of the Seven Years War with France and the accession of George III. The location is believed to be near Egbert's Stone where Alfred rallied the Anglo-Saxons before the decisive Battle of Edington. ST7435 : Alfred's Tower The triangular tower is 161 foot high, with a hollow interior containing a spiral staircase.
View Eastwards from the Base of King Alfred's Tower In the Stourhead Estate, National Trust
View Eastwards from the Base of King Alfred's Tower
In the Stourhead Estate, National Trust
Track in Beaumont's Wood Tree covered escarpment below King Alfred's Tower - part of the Stourhead Estate, belonging to the National Trust.
The photograph shows the track branching off the Leland Trail/MacMillan Way Long Distance Footpaths.
Track in Beaumont's Wood
Tree covered escarpment below King Alfred's Tower - part of the Stourhead Estate, belonging to the National Trust. The photograph shows the track branching off the Leland Trail/MacMillan Way Long Distance Footpaths.
View from Hilcombe Hanging As seen from the Leland Trail/Macmillan Way long distance footpaths - recent forest felling has opened up the views over the Somerset countryside to the south west.
View from Hilcombe Hanging
As seen from the Leland Trail/Macmillan Way long distance footpaths - recent forest felling has opened up the views over the Somerset countryside to the south west.
Leland Trail in Blackslough Wood The trail in the woods of the Stourhead Estate, before emerging into open countryside
Leland Trail in Blackslough Wood
The trail in the woods of the Stourhead Estate, before emerging into open countryside
Leland Trail emerging from the Woods on the Stourhead Estate This path has been adopted by two long distance footpaths - the relatively short Leland Trail, and the lengthy MacMillan Way.
Here they emerge from extensive woodland into open countryside.
Leland Trail emerging from the Woods on the Stourhead Estate
This path has been adopted by two long distance footpaths - the relatively short Leland Trail, and the lengthy MacMillan Way. Here they emerge from extensive woodland into open countryside.
Leland Trail adopts an Old Coach Road The Leland Trail now adopts a path that describes a perfect straight line on the map for roughly three miles - this is an old coach road heading for Redlynch. Sometimes a track, sometimes a mud quagmire and sometimes pasture with all evidence of a historic route rendered invisible.
Leland Trail adopts an Old Coach Road
The Leland Trail now adopts a path that describes a perfect straight line on the map for roughly three miles - this is an old coach road heading for Redlynch. Sometimes a track, sometimes a mud quagmire and sometimes pasture with all evidence of a historic route rendered invisible.
Leland Trail beside Stavordale Wood The Leland Trail and Macmillan Way long distance footpaths adopt the old coach road that once ran between Stourhead and Redlynch.
Leland Trail beside Stavordale Wood
The Leland Trail and Macmillan Way long distance footpaths adopt the old coach road that once ran between Stourhead and Redlynch.
Footpath maintenance near King Alfred's Tower Cutting back brambles on the Leland Trail
Footpath maintenance near King Alfred's Tower
Cutting back brambles on the Leland Trail
Forest clearing The Stourhead forest is managed on a system called Continuous Cover Forestry  <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.ccfg.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.ccfg.org.uk/">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>
Forest clearing
The Stourhead forest is managed on a system called Continuous Cover Forestry LinkExternal link
The Leland Trail / MacMillan Way leaving the Stourhead woods Leaving the higher ground of Cretaceous chalks and sandstones for softer Jurassic terrain
The Leland Trail / MacMillan Way leaving the Stourhead woods
Leaving the higher ground of Cretaceous chalks and sandstones for softer Jurassic terrain
The Redlynch-Stourhead coach road Passing Stavordale Wood.
The Redlynch-Stourhead coach road
Passing Stavordale Wood.
King Alfred's Tower The entrance doorway with statue of Alfred the Great above
King Alfred's Tower
The entrance doorway with statue of Alfred the Great above
King Alfred's Tower The staircase tower with its numerous window slits
King Alfred's Tower
The staircase tower with its numerous window slits
Penselwood : Pen Forest Looking through the trees at Pen Forest.
Penselwood : Pen Forest
Looking through the trees at Pen Forest.
Penselwood : Pen Forest Footpath A footpath heading through Pen Forest.
Penselwood : Pen Forest Footpath
A footpath heading through Pen Forest.
Penselwood : Pen Forest Track A track heading through the woods.
Penselwood : Pen Forest Track
A track heading through the woods.
Penselwood : Pen Forest A footpath heading through the woods.
Penselwood : Pen Forest
A footpath heading through the woods.
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Newpark Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST7433 (Lat: 51.097176, Lng: -2.3649199)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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