Castle Coppice

Wood, Forest in Herefordshire

England

Castle Coppice

The path descending Millennium Hill The path descending Millennium Hill in the Malvern Hills. It is a very clear day with a fine view over the Severn vale beyond. The flooded River Severn can be seen in the middle distance. Bredon Hill can be seen in the distance, with the main Cotswold range on the horizon. To the left, the view extends into Warwickshire. — The path descending Millennium Hill Credit: Philip Halling

Castle Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in Herefordshire, a county in the West Midlands region of England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this enchanting forest is known for its diverse range of tree species and breathtaking natural beauty.

The woodland is predominantly made up of oak, beech, and ash trees, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells and wildflowers during the spring months, creating a stunning display of color and fragrance.

Castle Coppice is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. It offers numerous walking trails and pathways, allowing visitors to explore the forest at their own pace. The trails wind through the woodland, offering glimpses of wildlife such as deer, squirrels, and a variety of bird species.

The woodland is also home to a historic castle ruin, which adds to the charm and intrigue of the area. Visitors can explore the ruins and imagine the stories that once unfolded within its walls.

Castle Coppice provides a peaceful and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a family picnic, or simply a moment of solitude, this woodland offers a sanctuary for all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.03727/-2.3567271 or Grid Reference SO7537. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The path descending Millennium Hill The path descending Millennium Hill in the Malvern Hills. It is a very clear day with a fine view over the Severn vale beyond. The flooded River Severn can be seen in the middle distance. Bredon Hill can be seen in the distance, with the main Cotswold range on the horizon. To the left, the view extends into Warwickshire.

The path descending Millennium Hill

The path descending Millennium Hill in the Malvern Hills. It is a very clear day with a fine view over the Severn vale beyond. The flooded River Severn can be seen in the middle distance. Bredon Hill can be seen in the distance, with the main Cotswold range on the horizon. To the left, the view extends into Warwickshire.

Giant's Cave, Hangman's Hill, Malvern Hills

Giant's Cave, Hangman's Hill, Malvern Hills

A438 near Eastnor Castle

A438 near Eastnor Castle

A449 at Wayend Street

A449 at Wayend Street

Hollybush Hill from the A438

Hollybush Hill from the A438

Roadside cottages near Hollybush

Roadside cottages near Hollybush

A438 at Hollybush

A438 at Hollybush

Hollybush crossroads, A438

Hollybush crossroads, A438

Hollybush Hill It can be quite hard to imagine that 2000 years ago this quiet spot was part of a busy town - the Midsummer Hill iron-age hill-fort.
Excavations in the late 1960s by Stan Stanford showed the area full of small building plots.
Each plot had been reused time and time again over the centuries suggesting continuous occupation.
The buildings used four posts arranged in a square - not at all like the round huts usually depicted for this era.
Evidence for similar square buildings have been found in other so called &quot;hill-forts&quot; in Herefordshire and the Welsh Marches

Hollybush Hill

It can be quite hard to imagine that 2000 years ago this quiet spot was part of a busy town - the Midsummer Hill iron-age hill-fort. Excavations in the late 1960s by Stan Stanford showed the area full of small building plots. Each plot had been reused time and time again over the centuries suggesting continuous occupation. The buildings used four posts arranged in a square - not at all like the round huts usually depicted for this era. Evidence for similar square buildings have been found in other so called "hill-forts" in Herefordshire and the Welsh Marches

North gate of Midsummer Hill iron-age hill-fort Looking north along the Malvern Hills.
Another hill-fort occupies Herefordshire Beacon on the left.
Straight ahead are three overlapping peaks of Pinnacle Hill (north and south) and Black Hill.
In the far distance one can just make out Worcestershire Beacon in the haze.

North gate of Midsummer Hill iron-age hill-fort

Looking north along the Malvern Hills. Another hill-fort occupies Herefordshire Beacon on the left. Straight ahead are three overlapping peaks of Pinnacle Hill (north and south) and Black Hill. In the far distance one can just make out Worcestershire Beacon in the haze.

The shelter on Midsummer Hill The shelter was built by the owners of Eastnor Castle and the hill.
In 1923 the hill was given to the National Trust in memory of Captain Reginald Somers Cocks, MC who died in the first world war.

The shelter on Midsummer Hill

The shelter was built by the owners of Eastnor Castle and the hill. In 1923 the hill was given to the National Trust in memory of Captain Reginald Somers Cocks, MC who died in the first world war.

Hillfort ditch on Midsummer Hill Looking north-west from Midsummer Hill with the Somers Obelisk on the left and Peacock Villa on the right. A commanding view across the countryside as autumn takes a grip. The ditch just below runs around the complete top of Midsummer Hill and Hollybush Hill to enclose a large area. Less well-known than its neighbour the Hereford Beacon, but may well have been just as important in the Iron Age.

Hillfort ditch on Midsummer Hill

Looking north-west from Midsummer Hill with the Somers Obelisk on the left and Peacock Villa on the right. A commanding view across the countryside as autumn takes a grip. The ditch just below runs around the complete top of Midsummer Hill and Hollybush Hill to enclose a large area. Less well-known than its neighbour the Hereford Beacon, but may well have been just as important in the Iron Age.

The obelisk from Midsummer Hill From Midsummer Hill looking west across Eastnor Park to Frith Hill above Ledbury.

The obelisk from Midsummer Hill

From Midsummer Hill looking west across Eastnor Park to Frith Hill above Ledbury.

Red Deer in Eastnor Park View north-east towards a group of deer foraging amongst the bracken. Around 200 deer roam the large area of parkland.

Red Deer in Eastnor Park

View north-east towards a group of deer foraging amongst the bracken. Around 200 deer roam the large area of parkland.

Hounds on Broad Down View north to the Herefordshire Beacon with Clutter&#039;s Cave just ahead. The Ledbury Hunt is scouring the Eastnor estate off to the left and these hounds have come up to the hilltop to check things out.

Hounds on Broad Down

View north to the Herefordshire Beacon with Clutter's Cave just ahead. The Ledbury Hunt is scouring the Eastnor estate off to the left and these hounds have come up to the hilltop to check things out.

Hound on Broad Down A member of the Ledbury Hunt pack bounds across the top of the down. Bredon Hill and the Cotswold escarpment in the distance to the east.

Hound on Broad Down

A member of the Ledbury Hunt pack bounds across the top of the down. Bredon Hill and the Cotswold escarpment in the distance to the east.

Track across Castlemorton Common Heading east towards Bowling Green.

Track across Castlemorton Common

Heading east towards Bowling Green.

Big Chill 2011, Eastnor Deer Park Viewed from British Camp on the Malvern Hills in the week preceding the weekend musical festival.
Eastnor Castle is visible on the left and in the lower right-hand corner are Netherton Cottages.

Big Chill 2011, Eastnor Deer Park

Viewed from British Camp on the Malvern Hills in the week preceding the weekend musical festival. Eastnor Castle is visible on the left and in the lower right-hand corner are Netherton Cottages.

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Castle Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SO7537 (Lat: 52.03727, Lng: -2.3567271)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

What 3 Words

///washed.goose.royally. Near Ledbury, Herefordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.03727,-2.3567271

Midsummer Hill

Ele: 284

Natural: peak

Source: NPE

Wikidata: Q6843042

Wikipedia: en:Midsummer Hill

Lat/Long: 52.035607/-2.3518676

Man Made: water_well

Source: OS 1:25k

Lat/Long: 52.0409676/-2.359001

Shelter

Lat/Long: 52.0354327/-2.3518097

Edward Charles Cocks

Historic: memorial

Lat/Long: 52.0383087/-2.3625359

James Cocks

Historic: memorial

Lat/Long: 52.0382401/-2.3625095

John Lord Somers

Historic: memorial

Lat/Long: 52.0382664/-2.3625787

Lord Chancellor Somers

Historic: memorial

Lat/Long: 52.0382802/-2.3624742

Barrier: cattle_grid

Lat/Long: 52.0399657/-2.3564386

Location Transition: yes

Power: pole

Transformer: distribution

Voltage Primary: 11000

Lat/Long: 52.0411395/-2.3571789

Midsummer Hill

Power: pole

Transformer: distribution

Voltage Primary: 11000

Lat/Long: 52.0352044/-2.3545014

Midsummer Cottage

Location Transition: yes

Power: pole

Transformer: distribution

Voltage Primary: 11000

Lat/Long: 52.0373023/-2.3552712

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.0363959/-2.3550892

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.0352699/-2.3548682

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.0352836/-2.3549413

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.0347312/-2.3557681

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.0338864/-2.3558888

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.0332564/-2.3559847

Midsummer Lane

Power: pole

Transformer: distribution

Voltage Primary: 11000

Lat/Long: 52.0328608/-2.3560323

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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