Hayes' Coppice

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Hayes' Coppice

M50 looking west at junction 2 Credit: Colin Pyle

Hayes' Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in Gloucestershire, England. Spanning over a vast area, this ancient forest is renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. The coppice is situated in the heart of the countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and breathtaking landscapes.

The woodland consists primarily of oak and beech trees, creating a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of plant and animal species. The forest floor is covered in a carpet of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, which bloom in vibrant colors during the spring months.

Hayes' Coppice is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. It is home to a diverse range of fauna, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a myriad of bird species. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds, filling the air with their melodic tunes.

The forest offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. Numerous walking trails crisscross through the woodland, allowing hikers to explore its hidden treasures. Along these paths, one can discover charming streams, ancient ruins, and even stumble upon the occasional fairy-tale-like clearing.

Due to its ecological significance and natural beauty, Hayes' Coppice is a protected area, ensuring its preservation for generations to come. It serves as a vital habitat for local flora and fauna and plays a crucial role in maintaining the region's delicate ecosystem.

Whether it's for a leisurely walk, birdwatching, or simply finding solace in nature, Hayes' Coppice offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, inviting visitors to connect with the natural world.

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Hayes' Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.010554/-2.3582773 or Grid Reference SO7534. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

M50 looking west at junction 2

Colin Pyle

M50 looking west

Colin Pyle

Hollybush Hill from the A438

Peter Whatley

Wild daffodils by the M50

These Narcissus pseudonarcissus clothe the slopes surrounding the Highways Authority depot at Junction 2 of the M50.

Jonathan Billinger

Sunrise over the M50

Early morning commuters and delivery drivers are out on the nation's road system.

Jonathan Billinger

Bracken by the M50

Whilst waiting in a traffic queue I noticed this little slice of autumn out of my passenger side window!

Jonathan Billinger

A big grass field, Bromesberrow

Looking towards the limestone hills at Ledbury, beyond Bromesberrow Court and church.

Richard Webb

School, Bromesberrow

Village primary school and telephone box seen from the green.

Richard Webb

Hayes Coppice

One of the many small woodlands in the surrounds of the Malvern Hills. This is a great place to visit if you like traditional old English woodland. This is the Bromesberrow Estate in Gloucestershire, just to the north in Herefordshire is Eastnor which is also well wooded and very light on the Sitka. Oaks dominate the deep soils on the sandstones. Further up the hill on thin soils above Uriconian rocks ashes, some huge are the favoured tree. Sadly the invasive sycamore is too common in the Malvern Hills, it thrived when grazing stopped.

Richard Webb

Chase End Hill

Path junction on the southern end of the Malvern Hills. It is much quieter here than up at the Malvern end and the paths are grass or moss covered. The common is about to be grazed again and fencing has been put in to keep the stock in. In 2001 the Malvern Hills was closed off as part of precautions against foot and mouth disease. I can remember the feeling of being conned when I later found out that there was no livestock up at the Malvern end as the sheep kept getting out and trashing expensive gardens. There was of course no need whatsoever to close the place down and we were all caught admiring the King's dashing new threads. The cessation of grazing has encouraged sycamores as well as the more desirable succession woodlands. Chase End has been regularly mown.

Richard Webb

Chase End Hill

Southern terminus of the Malvern Hills and an Uriconian foothold in Gloucestershire. The march with Worcestershire runs along the ridge with this western side being in Gloucestershire. The common is grazed again after a long period of being left.

Richard Webb

Chase End Hill

The summit and triangulation pillar of the southernmost Malvern hill. View towards Raggedstone Hill. Very impressive scenery, great to see so much broadleaved woodland. The benchmark number is S5030. I am standing just inside Gloucestershire and there is a very good view over the flat and low lying plain in Worcestershire, the flood plain of the Avon and Severn.

Richard Webb