Beech Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset

England

Beech Wood

2008 : Pasture near Twinhoe Taken from the lane between Midford and Twinhoe.
The Cam Brook runs through the valley behind the trees, Southstoke is on the other side of the valley and Midford is to the right.
2008 : Pasture near Twinhoe Credit: Maurice Pullin

Beech Wood, Somerset is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Somerset, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is known for its abundant growth of majestic beech trees, hence the name. The wood is situated near the village of Beech and is easily accessible from the surrounding towns and villages.

The woodland boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. The towering beech trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for a variety of woodland creatures, including deer, foxes, and a plethora of bird species.

Visitors to Beech Wood can enjoy a tranquil and peaceful environment, perfect for leisurely walks, picnics, or simply immersing oneself in the beauty of nature. The wood features well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its winding trails and discover hidden gems along the way.

Throughout the seasons, Beech Wood showcases its natural beauty in different ways. In the spring, the woodland comes alive with a burst of vibrant bluebells and daffodils, creating a carpet of color. During the summer months, the canopy of leaves provides a cool respite from the sun's heat, while in autumn, the wood transforms into a kaleidoscope of warm hues as the leaves change to vibrant reds, oranges, and golds.

Beech Wood, Somerset offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, inviting visitors to reconnect with nature and experience the tranquility of a well-preserved woodland habitat.

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Beech Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.355372/-2.3524214 or Grid Reference ST7561. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

2008 : Pasture near Twinhoe Taken from the lane between Midford and Twinhoe.
The Cam Brook runs through the valley behind the trees, Southstoke is on the other side of the valley and Midford is to the right.
2008 : Pasture near Twinhoe
Taken from the lane between Midford and Twinhoe. The Cam Brook runs through the valley behind the trees, Southstoke is on the other side of the valley and Midford is to the right.
2008 : Field gate on Twinhoe Lane The driveway to Lower Twinhoe Farm is behind us.
Upper Twinhoe with its farms is located on the eastern end of a ridge starting near Midford and running west to Peasedown St.John and beyond.
The two arms of the Somerset Coal Canal were built on either side of the ridge. The canal proper, which went as far as Radford Basin near Timsbury, went through the valley before us. The southern arm, which was part tramway and part canal, went along the valley behind as far as Radstock.
2008 : Field gate on Twinhoe Lane
The driveway to Lower Twinhoe Farm is behind us. Upper Twinhoe with its farms is located on the eastern end of a ridge starting near Midford and running west to Peasedown St.John and beyond. The two arms of the Somerset Coal Canal were built on either side of the ridge. The canal proper, which went as far as Radford Basin near Timsbury, went through the valley before us. The southern arm, which was part tramway and part canal, went along the valley behind as far as Radstock.
Fortune Cookie Take Away - Odd Down
Fortune Cookie Take Away - Odd Down
Greendown Terrace
Greendown Terrace
The Hadley Arms
The Hadley Arms
Ralph Allen School
Ralph Allen School
Tucking Mill Reservoir Picture taken looking down from the Bath Two Tunnels cycling/walking route.
The Wessex Water website states "Try coarse fishing - it's free to disabled anglers".
Tucking Mill Reservoir
Picture taken looking down from the Bath Two Tunnels cycling/walking route. The Wessex Water website states "Try coarse fishing - it's free to disabled anglers".
Old Milestone, B3110, Midford Road, Midford The milestone is located south of Midford Bridge, on the pavement in the wall of Brooklyn Cottage on the south side of the road. Parish of Hinton Charterhouse (Bath and North East Somerset District). Cast iron post, C&M Classical iron casting design, erected by the Black Dog Turnpike Trust in the 19th century.

Inscription reads:-
BATH
4
WARMINSTER
13
FROME
9
HINTON CHARTERHOUSE

Grade II Listed, List Entry Number: 1136204 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1136204" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1136204">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>

Milestone Society National ID: SO_BAWM04
Old Milestone, B3110, Midford Road, Midford
The milestone is located south of Midford Bridge, on the pavement in the wall of Brooklyn Cottage on the south side of the road. Parish of Hinton Charterhouse (Bath and North East Somerset District). Cast iron post, C&M Classical iron casting design, erected by the Black Dog Turnpike Trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- BATH 4 WARMINSTER 13 FROME 9 HINTON CHARTERHOUSE Grade II Listed, List Entry Number: 1136204 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_BAWM04
Under The Tuck View of the former Somerset & Dorset Railway viaduct at Tucking Mill, nr Bath.
From a section of public footpath that runs parallel to an access road towards it.
Tucking Mill reservoir is on the other side of the fence, to the right.
The viaduct is part of the Two Tunnels Greenaway, a public footpath, cycle track.
Under The Tuck
View of the former Somerset & Dorset Railway viaduct at Tucking Mill, nr Bath. From a section of public footpath that runs parallel to an access road towards it. Tucking Mill reservoir is on the other side of the fence, to the right. The viaduct is part of the Two Tunnels Greenaway, a public footpath, cycle track.
Old Milestone, Coal Canal, Combe Hay On the NE side of Lock 13 of the Somerset Coal Canal, not currently navigable. An alternative view is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3659361">ST7460 : Open access day at the SCC (e)</a>.

Inscription (was): Dundas Aqueduct 4

Milestone Society National ID: SCC-4
Old Milestone, Coal Canal, Combe Hay
On the NE side of Lock 13 of the Somerset Coal Canal, not currently navigable. An alternative view is ST7460 : Open access day at the SCC (e). Inscription (was): Dundas Aqueduct 4 Milestone Society National ID: SCC-4
Old Boundary Marker beside the Somerset Coal Canal in Southstoke parish Canal Boundary Marker on the west side of the abandoned and dry course of the Somerset Coal Canal, between a canal bridge and the embankment of a disused railway. Southstoke parish. Canal information <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Somerset_Coal_Canal" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Somerset_Coal_Canal">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>. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3912724" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3912724">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_SCCSST01em
Old Boundary Marker beside the Somerset Coal Canal in Southstoke parish
Canal Boundary Marker on the west side of the abandoned and dry course of the Somerset Coal Canal, between a canal bridge and the embankment of a disused railway. Southstoke parish. Canal information LinkExternal link. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_SCCSST01em
Gates to Prior Park - Bath
Gates to Prior Park - Bath
Rural Viewpoint View of farmland, forestry, hills, Southwest of Bath, from South stoke Viewpoint.
Rural Viewpoint
View of farmland, forestry, hills, Southwest of Bath, from South stoke Viewpoint.
Monkton Combe
Monkton Combe
Lake at Tucking Mill
Lake at Tucking Mill
Bridge between the two tunnels
Bridge between the two tunnels
Midford Brook valley
Midford Brook valley
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on No67 Frome Road. It marks a point 164.903m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on No67 Frome Road. It marks a point 164.903m above mean sea level.
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Beech Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST7561 (Lat: 51.355372, Lng: -2.3524214)

Unitary Authority: Bath and North East Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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