Keepers Covert

Wood, Forest in Shropshire

England

Keepers Covert

The Six Ashes Inn,  Six Ashes Between Bridgnorth and Stourbridge, former Banks's pub.
The Six Ashes Inn, Six Ashes Credit: al partington

Keepers Covert is a captivating woodland located in the county of Shropshire, England. Nestled within the heart of the county, this enchanting forest spans across a vast area, captivating visitors with its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem.

The woodland is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike. Comprising ancient trees, dense undergrowth, and a plethora of wildlife, Keepers Covert provides a sanctuary for numerous plant and animal species. It is home to a rich variety of flora, including oak, birch, and beech trees, which create a lush and vibrant canopy overhead. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the overall enchantment and tranquility of the surroundings.

Visitors to Keepers Covert can explore the forest through a network of well-maintained walking trails. These trails wind their way through the woodland, offering breathtaking views and opportunities to spot wildlife such as deer, squirrels, and a wide variety of bird species. The forest also houses several picnic spots and seating areas, providing a perfect setting for visitors to relax and immerse themselves in the peacefulness of nature.

Keepers Covert is not only a natural haven but also holds historical significance. The woodland has been part of the local landscape for centuries, and remnants of ancient settlements and structures can still be found within its depths. These historical features add an additional layer of intrigue to the forest, making it a fascinating destination for history enthusiasts.

Overall, Keepers Covert is a captivating and diverse woodland, offering a haven of tranquility, natural beauty, and historical charm for all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.480429/-2.3195758 or Grid Reference SO7886. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Six Ashes Inn,  Six Ashes Between Bridgnorth and Stourbridge, former Banks's pub.
The Six Ashes Inn, Six Ashes
Between Bridgnorth and Stourbridge, former Banks's pub.
Sandstone. Old Quarry, Tuckhill, Shropshire Triassic (Bunter) Sandstone. This detail of the rock face shows clear strata.
Sandstone. Old Quarry, Tuckhill, Shropshire
Triassic (Bunter) Sandstone. This detail of the rock face shows clear strata.
Sandstone in lane near Tuckhill in Shropshire The lane is deeply cut through the Triassic red sandstone bedrock here.
Sandstone in lane near Tuckhill in Shropshire
The lane is deeply cut through the Triassic red sandstone bedrock here.
Field and footpath  near Tuckhill in Shropshire The public footpath leads through the cereal crop towards Nicholl's Covert and Four Ashes.
Field and footpath near Tuckhill in Shropshire
The public footpath leads through the cereal crop towards Nicholl's Covert and Four Ashes.
Public Footpath near Tuckhill, Shropshire Looking out of Nicholl's Covert, the path is well defined climbing through the cereal crop towards Tuckhill.
Public Footpath near Tuckhill, Shropshire
Looking out of Nicholl's Covert, the path is well defined climbing through the cereal crop towards Tuckhill.
Old Sandstone Quarry near Tuckhill in Shropshire Triassic (Bunter) Sandstone.* The quarry face, only twenty metres from the road, is about 6 metres high.

* Now referred to as Kidderminster Formation sandstone.
Old Sandstone Quarry near Tuckhill in Shropshire
Triassic (Bunter) Sandstone.* The quarry face, only twenty metres from the road, is about 6 metres high. * Now referred to as Kidderminster Formation sandstone.
New Stabling, near Tuckhill, Shropshire Let's hope the raw colour will become more subdued in time!
New Stabling, near Tuckhill, Shropshire
Let's hope the raw colour will become more subdued in time!
Grazing, near Tuckhill, Shropshire
Grazing, near Tuckhill, Shropshire
The Church of the Holy Innocents, Tuckhill, Shropshire A fine church in a spectacular location, surrounded by mixed very mature woodland, some of the trees being centuries old. Maybe the disused quarry less than 80 metres away supplied some of the stone used.
The Church of the Holy Innocents, Tuckhill, Shropshire
A fine church in a spectacular location, surrounded by mixed very mature woodland, some of the trees being centuries old. Maybe the disused quarry less than 80 metres away supplied some of the stone used.
Stone Cottage near Tuckhill, Shropshire
Stone Cottage near Tuckhill, Shropshire
Dudhill, and Hall, Shropshire
Dudhill, and Hall, Shropshire
Building, Oak, and Pond. Tuckhill Farm The 88 Northing line goes right through the pond!!
Building, Oak, and Pond. Tuckhill Farm
The 88 Northing line goes right through the pond!!
The Church of the Holy Innocents, Tuckhill, Shropshire
The Church of the Holy Innocents, Tuckhill, Shropshire
Pasture north-east of Alveley in Shropshire Looking west-south-west from the bridleway near Lane Green
Pasture north-east of Alveley in Shropshire
Looking west-south-west from the bridleway near Lane Green
Sheep grazing south of Tuckhill in Shropshire The land around is used for mixed grazing, and cereal crops and oilseed rape.
Sheep grazing south of Tuckhill in Shropshire
The land around is used for mixed grazing, and cereal crops and oilseed rape.
Cereal cropfield near Birdsgreen in Shropshire Some of the fields in the north this square are a little inaccessible.
Cereal cropfield near Birdsgreen in Shropshire
Some of the fields in the north this square are a little inaccessible.
Beauty Bank Farmhouse west of Coxgreen in Staffordshire Just over into Shropshire, this farmhouse has been expertly renovated and extended, including the use of local sandstone materials. Superb!
Beauty Bank Farmhouse west of Coxgreen in Staffordshire
Just over into Shropshire, this farmhouse has been expertly renovated and extended, including the use of local sandstone materials. Superb!
Cattle and sheep north of Birdsgreen in Shropshire Cows and calves, ewes and lambs; contentment on a sunny spring day near Coton Farm.
Cattle and sheep north of Birdsgreen in Shropshire
Cows and calves, ewes and lambs; contentment on a sunny spring day near Coton Farm.
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Keepers Covert is located at Grid Ref: SO7886 (Lat: 52.480429, Lng: -2.3195758)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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