Nyland Withy Bed

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Nyland Withy Bed

Bow Bridge Cottage, A30 Shaftesbury Road Possibly a former Toll House, or modern restoration attempt on the foundations.
This location was the Bow TP as labelled in the OS drawing of 1808 ( <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlibrary.oldmapsonline.org/compare#666931988205" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlibrary.oldmapsonline.org/compare#666931988205">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> ) when there was a bridge across Bow Brook.
It would have served the Crewkerne Turnpike Trust in the 19ᵗʰ C.

Milestone Society National ID: SO.HEN
Bow Bridge Cottage, A30 Shaftesbury Road Credit: Mr Red

Nyland Withy Bed is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. It covers an area of approximately 200 acres and is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna. The woodland is situated on the outskirts of the village of Nyland, providing a tranquil and serene environment for visitors to explore.

The woodland is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy and provide shade during the summer months. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of wildflowers, such as bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, adding bursts of color to the landscape.

Nyland Withy Bed is home to a variety of wildlife species, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers. Visitors may encounter deer, badgers, foxes, and a wide range of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The woodland also supports a diverse collection of insects, including butterflies and dragonflies.

There are several walking trails and pathways that wind their way through Nyland Withy Bed, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the different areas of the woodland. These trails are well-maintained and suitable for all ages and abilities. Additionally, there are designated picnic areas where visitors can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Nyland Withy Bed is an important site for conservation and is managed by the local authorities to ensure the preservation of its natural beauty. It provides a valuable habitat for wildlife and offers a peaceful retreat for visitors seeking solace in nature.

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Nyland Withy Bed Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.999563/-2.3597354 or Grid Reference ST7422. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bow Bridge Cottage, A30 Shaftesbury Road Possibly a former Toll House, or modern restoration attempt on the foundations.
This location was the Bow TP as labelled in the OS drawing of 1808 ( <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlibrary.oldmapsonline.org/compare#666931988205" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlibrary.oldmapsonline.org/compare#666931988205">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> ) when there was a bridge across Bow Brook.
It would have served the Crewkerne Turnpike Trust in the 19ᵗʰ C.

Milestone Society National ID: SO.HEN
Bow Bridge Cottage, A30 Shaftesbury Road
Possibly a former Toll House, or modern restoration attempt on the foundations. This location was the Bow TP as labelled in the OS drawing of 1808 ( LinkExternal link ) when there was a bridge across Bow Brook. It would have served the Crewkerne Turnpike Trust in the 19ᵗʰ C. Milestone Society National ID: SO.HEN
The White House, A30 Shaftesbury Road Possibly a former Toll House serving the Sherborne Turnpike Trust in the 19ᵗʰ C.
There is a former Toll House nearby to the West <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7572236">ST7421 : Bow Bridge Cottage, A30 Shaftesbury Road</a> that served a different Turnpike Trust.

Milestone Society National ID: DO.KIN
The White House, A30 Shaftesbury Road
Possibly a former Toll House serving the Sherborne Turnpike Trust in the 19ᵗʰ C. There is a former Toll House nearby to the West ST7421 : Bow Bridge Cottage, A30 Shaftesbury Road that served a different Turnpike Trust. Milestone Society National ID: DO.KIN
Field by the River Cale More or less the view on the other side of the Waterloo railway line from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3474050">ST6821 : Field at Stowell</a>. The River Cale runs by the bushes on the extreme right. Gigg Lane runs behind the hedge crossing the image. The farm with the wind turbine on the left, Abbey Ford Farm, is also shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/550382">ST7323 : Farm south of Gigg Lane</a>.
Field by the River Cale
More or less the view on the other side of the Waterloo railway line from ST6821 : Field at Stowell. The River Cale runs by the bushes on the extreme right. Gigg Lane runs behind the hedge crossing the image. The farm with the wind turbine on the left, Abbey Ford Farm, is also shown in ST7323 : Farm south of Gigg Lane.
House at Jenkins Marine This house occupies the front of a plot on the industrial estate of which the main industrial building belongs to Jenkins Marine a specialised Workboats, Barges and Dredging Contractor whose headquarters are in Poole
House at Jenkins Marine
This house occupies the front of a plot on the industrial estate of which the main industrial building belongs to Jenkins Marine a specialised Workboats, Barges and Dredging Contractor whose headquarters are in Poole
New Industrial Building Hestridge Airfield This large steel framed industrial building is being erected on the site of what used to be the old Henstridge Airfield.
New Industrial Building Hestridge Airfield
This large steel framed industrial building is being erected on the site of what used to be the old Henstridge Airfield.
Chapel Hill, Kington Magna
Chapel Hill, Kington Magna
Mowing the grass, near Kington Magna
Mowing the grass, near Kington Magna
Newly mown meadow
Newly mown meadow
Cows in field, looking towards Kington Magna church Post submission note: it's the photographer, not the cows that are looking towards the church, obviously!
Cows in field, looking towards Kington Magna church
Post submission note: it's the photographer, not the cows that are looking towards the church, obviously!
Tractor and trailer at Lower Farm Returning for another load of mown grass.
Tractor and trailer at Lower Farm
Returning for another load of mown grass.
Very overgrown River Cale at Five Bridges
Very overgrown River Cale at Five Bridges
Old Milestone by the A30, east of Bow Bridge Metal plate attached to stone post by the A30, in parish of KINGTON MAGNA (NORTH DORSET District), East of Bow Bridge; 2m back from road, opposite Bow Bridge Cottage (tollhouse?), by the road, on South side of road. Dorset 3 and 4 (iron plated), erected by the Sherborne turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
8
SHERBORNE
SHASTON
8  
Carved benchmark centre front.

Milestone Society National ID: DO_SBSH08.
Old Milestone by the A30, east of Bow Bridge
Metal plate attached to stone post by the A30, in parish of KINGTON MAGNA (NORTH DORSET District), East of Bow Bridge; 2m back from road, opposite Bow Bridge Cottage (tollhouse?), by the road, on South side of road. Dorset 3 and 4 (iron plated), erected by the Sherborne turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- 8 SHERBORNE SHASTON 8 Carved benchmark centre front. Milestone Society National ID: DO_SBSH08.
Old Boundary Marker by the A30, Bow Bridge, Henstridge parish County Boundary Marker by the A30, in parish of Henstridge (South Somerset District), East end of Bow Bridge, by North side of road.

Inscription reads:-
: SOMERSET : : BOUNDARY / 1909 : : DORSET :

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: SO_SSDO01cb
Old Boundary Marker by the A30, Bow Bridge, Henstridge parish
County Boundary Marker by the A30, in parish of Henstridge (South Somerset District), East end of Bow Bridge, by North side of road. Inscription reads:- : SOMERSET : : BOUNDARY / 1909 : : DORSET : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: SO_SSDO01cb
Old Milepost, A30, Coking Farm, Kington Magna Parish The milestone was located opposite the farm entrance on the north side of the road. Parish of Kington Magna (North Dorset district). Cast iron post, Shaston casting design, erected by the Shaftesbury and New Road to Blandford turnpike trust in the 19th century. The milestone is now in a private garden barely visible from the roadside.

Inscription reads:-
SHERBORNE / 9 : : WEST STOWER : : SHASTON / 7

Milestone Society National ID: DO_SBSH09L
Old Milepost, A30, Coking Farm, Kington Magna Parish
The milestone was located opposite the farm entrance on the north side of the road. Parish of Kington Magna (North Dorset district). Cast iron post, Shaston casting design, erected by the Shaftesbury and New Road to Blandford turnpike trust in the 19th century. The milestone is now in a private garden barely visible from the roadside. Inscription reads:- SHERBORNE / 9 : : WEST STOWER : : SHASTON / 7 Milestone Society National ID: DO_SBSH09L
Templecombe: Bow Brook from Moormill Bridge
Templecombe: Bow Brook from Moormill Bridge
Templecombe: Bow Brook from Moormill Bridge
Templecombe: Bow Brook from Moormill Bridge
Templecombe: Grazing land next to Moormill Bridge
Templecombe: Grazing land next to Moormill Bridge
Buckhorn Weston: The railway line to Gillingham
Buckhorn Weston: The railway line to Gillingham
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Nyland Withy Bed is located at Grid Ref: ST7422 (Lat: 50.999563, Lng: -2.3597354)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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