Town Coppice

Wood, Forest in Worcestershire Wyre Forest

England

Town Coppice

Car park off Dry Mill Lane This is a new car park for people walking in the Wyre Forest and is the recommended car park for visitors to Knowles Mill. A fellow collaborator has kindly confirmed my position and view direction. — Car park off Dry Mill Lane Credit: Chris Allen

Town Coppice is a small woodland area located in Worcestershire, England. Situated near the town of Bewdley, it covers an area of approximately 10 acres. The woodland is characterized by its dense and diverse vegetation, consisting mainly of native British tree species such as oak, ash, birch, and beech.

The forest is known for its tranquil and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and those seeking a quiet retreat from the bustling city life. It is also home to a variety of wildlife, including squirrels, rabbits, and a plethora of bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers.

Town Coppice offers several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland's beauty at their own pace. The paths wind through the trees, offering glimpses of sunlight filtering through the branches, while the forest floor is carpeted with a rich variety of wildflowers and ferns.

The woodland is well-maintained, with regular conservation efforts in place to protect its natural habitat. Local authorities have implemented measures to preserve the biodiversity and ensure the sustainability of Town Coppice for future generations.

In addition to its natural beauty, Town Coppice also has historical significance. It is believed to have been used as a source of timber and firewood for nearby communities in the past. Today, it serves as a cherished natural asset, providing a serene and picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy the wonders of Worcestershire's woodlands.

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Town Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.381646/-2.3514177 or Grid Reference SO7676. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Car park off Dry Mill Lane

This is a new car park for people walking in the Wyre Forest and is the recommended car park for visitors to Knowles Mill. A fellow collaborator has kindly confirmed my position and view direction.

Chris Allen

Knowles Mill

Preserved derelict flour mill on the Dowles Brook in the Wyre Forest. The remains of the overshot waterwheel are behind the curved wall in the foreground and the tail race is in a tunnel.

Chris Allen

Knowles Mill - the remains of the waterwheel

This was an overshot waterwheel with the leat coming in at high level on the left and the portal of the tail race tunnel visible to the right.

Chris Allen

Knowles Mill - machinery

A nineteenth century watermill that went out of use in 1891 when it was damaged by a flood following a big freeze. It is the only recognisable mill in the Wyre Forest. This somewhat sharpened (really!) shot shows the pit wheel, wallower, great spur wheel and crown wheel. There is a surviving stone nut and quant on the right with a bed stone on the floor above. The other stone nut and the other stones have gone. There is a fragmented French burr stone on the ground inside.

Chris Allen

Knowles Mill

Nineteenth century watermill that has been out of use since 1891 and is now preserved by the National Trust. The bridge in the foreground crosses the Dowles Brook.

Chris Allen

Gated entrance to track in Wyre Forest near Bewdley

There is both a kissing gate here, and a gate wide enough to let a vehicle pass through. On the other side is a track, with a rough stone surface, which makes a steep descent down to a pond and a steam. SO7676 : Track to pond in Wyre Forest, near Bewdley. SO7676 : Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley.

P L Chadwick

Track to pond in Wyre Forest, near Bewdley

The pond is at the bottom of the track, but not visible in this photograph. SO7676 : Gated entrance to track in Wyre Forest near Bewdley. SO7676 : Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley.

P L Chadwick

Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley

The pond is on the left but difficult to see, as its surface is reflecting the trees which hang overhead. It is one of several which are linked by a small stream, and appears to be either artificial or enlarged from the original. SO7676 : Gated entrance to track in Wyre Forest near Bewdley. SO7676 : Track to pond in Wyre Forest, near Bewdley. SO7676 : Pond in Wyre Forest near Bewdley.

P L Chadwick

Pond in Wyre Forest near Bewdley

The pond may be artificial or artificially enlarged. It lies on a stream which runs through the forest. SO7676 : Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley.

P L Chadwick