Old Coppice

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Old Coppice

Drainage ditch and hedge near White Ladies Priory
Drainage ditch and hedge near White Ladies Priory Credit: Richard Law

Old Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in Staffordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. The woodland is situated in close proximity to the town of Stafford, making it easily accessible to both locals and tourists.

As one ventures into Old Coppice, they are greeted by a dense canopy of trees that create a cool and tranquil atmosphere. The woodland is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which provide a stunning display of colors during the autumn months. These trees also attract a wide variety of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

Old Coppice is crisscrossed by a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore and immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. These trails lead to hidden gems within the woodland, such as a babbling brook and several small ponds teeming with aquatic life.

The woodland is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with an abundance of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses carpeting the forest floor. Wildlife enthusiasts may spot deer, foxes, and rabbits, as well as smaller creatures such as squirrels and hedgehogs. The tranquil setting of Old Coppice also provides a haven for various species of butterflies and insects.

Overall, Old Coppice offers a serene and enchanting escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Staffordshire.

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Old Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.666729/-2.2377879 or Grid Reference SJ8407. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Drainage ditch and hedge near White Ladies Priory
Drainage ditch and hedge near White Ladies Priory
Old fishpool in copse near White Ladies One of several shallow pools in the copse, which were presumably attached to the nearby priory, and suggest they supplied fish for the residents
Old fishpool in copse near White Ladies
One of several shallow pools in the copse, which were presumably attached to the nearby priory, and suggest they supplied fish for the residents
Earthworks to the west of White Ladies Priory One of a number of deep excavations in fields and the nearby copse; they were presumably associated with the Priory in its day, although the purpose isn't entirely clear. Those in the copse still hold water, albeit shallow, so may have been fishponds <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2322003">SJ8207 : Old fishpool in copse near White Ladies</a>
Earthworks to the west of White Ladies Priory
One of a number of deep excavations in fields and the nearby copse; they were presumably associated with the Priory in its day, although the purpose isn't entirely clear. Those in the copse still hold water, albeit shallow, so may have been fishponds SJ8207 : Old fishpool in copse near White Ladies
House on Offoxey Road, Bishops Wood
House on Offoxey Road, Bishops Wood
Housing Association Bungalows, Bishops Wood
Housing Association Bungalows, Bishops Wood
Shackerley Lane, looking southwest Photographed from near the footpath which leads off the lane, and gives access to White Ladies Priory.
Shackerley Lane, looking southwest
Photographed from near the footpath which leads off the lane, and gives access to White Ladies Priory.
Shackerley Lane, looking northeast Photographed from near the footpath which leads off the lane, and gives access to White Ladies Priory.
Shackerley Lane, looking northeast
Photographed from near the footpath which leads off the lane, and gives access to White Ladies Priory.
Public footpath off Shackerley Lane The wooded footpath leads off Shackerley Lane, passes through the gate, and after a fairly short distance gives access to the ruins of White Ladies Priory, the name by which the former Priory of St. Leonard is usually known. The footpath carries on, as it is part of a longer route. This section might even be a bridleway, but I'm not sure on that.
Public footpath off Shackerley Lane
The wooded footpath leads off Shackerley Lane, passes through the gate, and after a fairly short distance gives access to the ruins of White Ladies Priory, the name by which the former Priory of St. Leonard is usually known. The footpath carries on, as it is part of a longer route. This section might even be a bridleway, but I'm not sure on that.
Public footpath to Shackerley Lane Shackerley Lane  is in the distance.
Public footpath to Shackerley Lane
Shackerley Lane is in the distance.
View from footpath near Shackerley Lane A view from the footpath which runs between Shackerley Lane and White Ladies Priory, and beyond.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2631251">SJ8207 : Public footpath to Shackerley Lane</a>.
View from footpath near Shackerley Lane
A view from the footpath which runs between Shackerley Lane and White Ladies Priory, and beyond. SJ8207 : Public footpath to Shackerley Lane.
Chillington Pool A small pool near Chillington Farm, Brewood.
Chillington Pool
A small pool near Chillington Farm, Brewood.
North towards Boscobel Dingle Farmland near Boscobel
North towards Boscobel Dingle
Farmland near Boscobel
A small copse near Meashill Farm The copse has grown up around a dried-up pool, the remains of which are visible when you're at the side of the wood.
A small copse near Meashill Farm
The copse has grown up around a dried-up pool, the remains of which are visible when you're at the side of the wood.
Southwards to Spring Coppice Farmland and woods in a small valley near Boscobel.
Southwards to Spring Coppice
Farmland and woods in a small valley near Boscobel.
Irrigation equipment on a field near Boscobel Early April, and the irrigation kit is out. What's wrong with the weather these days?
Irrigation equipment on a field near Boscobel
Early April, and the irrigation kit is out. What's wrong with the weather these days?
A large field between coppices
A large field between coppices
The sad remains of the trig point Uprooted a couple of years ago from its original position 50 or 60 yards away in the middle of the field after an accident with a tractor or plough, this trig now lies sadly at the field edge, unloved.
The sad remains of the trig point
Uprooted a couple of years ago from its original position 50 or 60 yards away in the middle of the field after an accident with a tractor or plough, this trig now lies sadly at the field edge, unloved.
Outbuildings at Langley Lawn Farm A mixture of old & new barns, and the usual 'clutter' that seems to hang around farms.
Outbuildings at Langley Lawn Farm
A mixture of old & new barns, and the usual 'clutter' that seems to hang around farms.
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Old Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SJ8407 (Lat: 52.666729, Lng: -2.2377879)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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