Baxhill Coppice

Wood, Forest in Herefordshire

England

Baxhill Coppice

The Wells Road near Ashdown Villa Looking in a southerly direction towards Little Malvern.
This stretch of the road is still lit by gas lamps.
On the right is the &quot;Gothic Well&quot; - not open to the public.
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Baxhill Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in Herefordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a stunning natural habitat that offers a peaceful and serene environment for visitors to enjoy.

The coppice is primarily composed of a mix of broadleaf trees including oak, ash, and beech, which create a dense and diverse canopy overhead. The woodland floor is covered in a lush carpet of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, contributing to the area's incredible biodiversity.

The forest is home to a wide variety of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Visitors may spot species such as woodpeckers, nightingales, and tawny owls, among others. Additionally, the forest is inhabited by an array of mammals including foxes, badgers, and deer.

Baxhill Coppice is not only a natural sanctuary, but it also holds historical significance. The woodland dates back several centuries and has been managed sustainably through traditional coppicing techniques, which involve periodically cutting down trees to stimulate new growth.

The coppice offers a range of recreational activities for visitors to partake in. There are well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. Picnic areas are also available, providing a perfect spot for a leisurely lunch surrounded by nature.

Overall, Baxhill Coppice is a remarkable woodland in Herefordshire, offering a tranquil retreat for those seeking solace in nature's embrace.

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Baxhill Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.078335/-2.3519767 or Grid Reference SO7542. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Wells Road near Ashdown Villa

Looking in a southerly direction towards Little Malvern. This stretch of the road is still lit by gas lamps. On the right is the "Gothic Well" - not open to the public. Link

Bob Embleton

The Wells Road below Hanley Terrace

Looking in a northerly direction towards Great Malvern. The houses are on Hanley Terrace high above the main road. On the left, built into the hillside, is the "Gothic Well". Link

Bob Embleton

The Gothic Well on Wells Road, Malvern

An old wooden green door stood under the central arch until recently, but this has now been bricked up. This gave access to a chamber going 30 feet into the hillside to the well which supplied 30,000 gallons of water per day. During the war the chamber was used as an air raid shelter. Link

Bob Embleton

Paraglider on Pinnacle Hill

One of dozens of paragliders taking off and flying around Pinnacle Hill with the breeze blowing from the south-east. Permission to use the hill (owned by the Malvern hills Conservators) is under the strict safety rules of the Malvern Hills Hang Gliding Club. Link

In the background is the Three Counties Showground.

Bob Embleton

Paraglider on Pinnacle Hill

Just at the point of take-off. Malvern Wells and the Three Counties Showground in the background.

Bob Embleton

Paraglider on Pinnacle Hill

Now I know why they wear crash helmets. Taken just at the point of take-off. The breeze then shifted the paraglider and pilot the left, narrowly missing the other helmeted pilot sitting on the ground. From here we get a good view of Malvern Wells sitting below Pinnacle Hill and the Three Counties Showground where occasionally we get to see expensive firework displays.

Bob Embleton

Paraglider on Pinnacle Hill

A walker on the upper path and a paraglider above the ridge: going for the moon.

Bob Embleton

The path to Black Hill car park

Black Hill is on the left and the magnificent Herefordshire Beacon is on the right. Between the two is the car park with the April sunshine glinting off the cars.

Bob Embleton

Pinnacle Hill

The Malvern Hang Gliding Club use the East side of this ridge for ridge soaring when the wind is from NE-ESE (45-120 degrees). The Malvern Hills are aligned roughly North/South and rise to almost 1,400 feet above sea level.

Stuart Logan