Hitterhill Coppice

Wood, Forest in Worcestershire Wyre Forest

England

Hitterhill Coppice

Bewdley Bridge in 1987 The bridge carries the B4195 road over the River Severn. The large red brick house over the bridge on the left hand side stands in Severn Street South. The church tower is that of St Anne&#039;s. — Bewdley Bridge in 1987 Credit: John Baker

Hitterhill Coppice is an enchanting woodland located in Worcestershire, England. This picturesque forest covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The coppice is situated on the eastern edge of the county, near the village of Hitterhill.

The woodland consists primarily of deciduous trees, including oak, ash, and beech, which create a stunning canopy during the spring and summer months. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of bluebells and wildflowers, adding to the area's natural beauty. Hitterhill Coppice is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a diverse array of bird species.

Visitors to Hitterhill Coppice can enjoy a range of activities, such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The forest boasts a network of well-maintained trails that wind through the trees, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. There are also several designated picnic areas where visitors can relax and take in the peaceful surroundings.

Hitterhill Coppice is easily accessible, with ample parking available nearby. The woodland is open to the public year-round and is free to visit. It is advised to wear appropriate footwear and bring insect repellent, especially during the warmer months.

Overall, Hitterhill Coppice offers a tranquil and idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing visitors with a chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Worcestershire's woodlands.

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Hitterhill Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.380027/-2.3424581 or Grid Reference SO7675. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bewdley Bridge in 1987

The bridge carries the B4195 road over the River Severn. The large red brick house over the bridge on the left hand side stands in Severn Street South. The church tower is that of St Anne's.

John Baker

2 new houses, Bewdley

Alex McGregor

Riverside Caravan Park, Bewdley

Alex McGregor

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Junction of two paths in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley

The lower path runs alongside a pond. The other path climbs steeply. SO7676 : Pond in Wyre Forest near Bewdley.

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Ferns in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley

Ferns were flourishing in this area.

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Public convenience, Dog Lane Car Park, Bewdley

This is one of the modern type of pay to enter public conveniences, where you have various buttons to press, and the fear that making the wrong choice will result in a minor disaster.

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Bewdley Bridge on a summer evening

The famous bridge at Bewdley, crossing the River Severn, photographed in the warm glow of the late evening sun in summer.

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Rowing boats at Bewdley Rowing Club

Photographed from the public footpath along River Side North. SO7875 : Bewdley Rowing Club by the River Severn.

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Junction of paths, River Side North, Bewdley

The path on the left runs near to the bank of the River Severn, and it also forms part of the Severn Way, a long distance footpath. The signs on the gateposts on the right, warn dog owners to remove dog waste.

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Hitterhill Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SO7675 (Lat: 52.380027, Lng: -2.3424581)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Wyre Forest

Police Authority: West Mercia