Springhead Coppice

Wood, Forest in Shropshire

England

Springhead Coppice

Church of St. Peter the Apostle, Worfield Credit: Geoff Pick

Springhead Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Shropshire, England. Spread over an area of approximately 100 acres, this ancient forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility in the heart of the countryside.

The coppice is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees such as oak, ash, and beech, which create a dense canopy that filters sunlight, casting a dappled effect on the forest floor below. These trees have been carefully managed over the years, with some sections periodically cut back to encourage new growth and maintain a healthy ecosystem.

The forest floor is teeming with a variety of flora, including bluebells, primroses, and wild garlic, which carpet the ground during the spring months. In addition to the flora, Springhead Coppice is home to an abundance of wildlife. Visitors may be lucky enough to spot deer, badgers, foxes, and a wide array of bird species, including owls, woodpeckers, and thrushes.

Well-maintained footpaths wind their way through the woodland, offering visitors the opportunity to explore and discover the forest's hidden treasures. The paths lead to a tranquil pond, which provides a peaceful spot for reflection and a habitat for frogs, newts, and dragonflies.

Springhead Coppice is managed by a local conservation group, who organize regular guided walks and educational programs to promote the understanding and preservation of this unique woodland. It is a popular destination for walkers, photographers, and nature lovers alike, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

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Springhead Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.565899/-2.3682621 or Grid Reference SO7596. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Church of St. Peter the Apostle, Worfield

Geoff Pick

Olde Worfield

Typical of the village is this sort of house, which is just across the road from St Peter's church.

Steve McShane

St Peter's Church

Red sandstone Church of England church, believed to have been built in the 14th Century (with some parts standing since the previous century). It was restored in 1862.

Steve McShane

Worfield Village Stores

The local shop, on Worfield's Main St, with the good old red telephone box still in place. The post box still boasts some instructions from George VI's time...

Steve McShane

Woodland Near Worfield

The Bog

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Burcote House

Near Rindleford

Catstree

River Worfe Near Rindleford

Hartlebury

Hartlebury

Lane to Rindleford

Riding enclosure near Bradney in Shropshire

Several paddocks are carefully fenced off nearby. This rectangle is covered in sand, and has floodlighting facilities.

Roger Kidd

Footpath through fields near Bradney in Shropshire

The public footpath, which follows the edge of the field here, has just come through a plant nursery at Worfield and is passing Rowley Farm 300 metres to the right of the picture.

Roger Kidd

Empty Field and Nursery, Worfield, Shropshire

The field must have been prepared some weeks ago, judging by the intermittent weed growth. The nursery, which uses both poly-tunnels and glasshouses, grows house and garden plants and shrubs.

Roger Kidd