Kick Hill Coppice
Wood, Forest in Dorset
England
Kick Hill Coppice
![Wool houses [6] Burvan House, number 24 High Street (nearer the camera) and April Cottage, number 23 High Street were originally one house and later a house and shop. Number 23 was built in the 18th century, number 24 was built, probably, in the early 19th century. Number 23 is constructed of painted brick, Number 24 of plastered rubble stone, both under a thatch roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120372" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120372">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s2.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/80/7258082_3df8bb43.jpg)
Kick Hill Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. Spread over an area of approximately 50 acres, this ancient coppice is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
The coppice is primarily composed of oak and beech trees, interspersed with smaller pockets of hazel, ash, and holly. The dense canopy formed by these majestic trees provides a cool and shaded environment, making it a popular destination during the summer months. The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape.
This woodland is known for its diverse wildlife population. Birdwatchers can spot a wide variety of species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Additionally, the coppice is home to small mammals such as squirrels and rabbits, as well as a myriad of insect species.
Kick Hill Coppice offers numerous walking trails and footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The pathways wind through the trees, leading to secluded clearings and tranquil spots perfect for picnics or simply immersing oneself in the peaceful atmosphere.
Managed by local conservation organizations, the coppice is kept in its natural state, with minimal human intervention. This preservation effort ensures the continued flourishing of the woodland's unique ecosystem and the protection of its rare and endangered species.
In conclusion, Kick Hill Coppice is a stunning woodland retreat in Dorset, providing a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its ancient trees, vibrant flora, and abundant wildlife, this forest is a true gem for anyone seeking a connection with nature.
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Kick Hill Coppice Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 50.660638/-2.2167488 or Grid Reference SY8484. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Wool houses [6]
Burvan House, number 24 High Street (nearer the camera) and April Cottage, number 23 High Street were originally one house and later a house and shop. Number 23 was built in the 18th century, number 24 was built, probably, in the early 19th century. Number 23 is constructed of painted brick, Number 24 of plastered rubble stone, both under a thatch roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Wool features [5] In High Street is this K6 telephone box, designed in 1935 by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1454418" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1454418">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s2.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/80/7258086_5b91a884.jpg)
Wool features [5]
In High Street is this K6 telephone box, designed in 1935 by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Wool houses [7] Colliers Barn, High Street, has been converted into two houses. Probably originally built in the 18th century. Constructed partly of brick, partly of plastered rubble stone, all under a tile roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1152927" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1152927">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s0.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/80/7258092_f357b803.jpg)
Wool houses [7]
Colliers Barn, High Street, has been converted into two houses. Probably originally built in the 18th century. Constructed partly of brick, partly of plastered rubble stone, all under a tile roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Wool houses [17] Number 55 Spring Street is the former dairy house to Manor Farm, now a private dwelling. Built, probably, in the 18th century, of rubble stone with brick dressings, heightened in plastered cob, all under a thatch roof. There are four horizontally sliding sash windows. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1152940" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1152940">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s0.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/88/7258848_5dc0650d.jpg)
Wool houses [17]
Number 55 Spring Street is the former dairy house to Manor Farm, now a private dwelling. Built, probably, in the 18th century, of rubble stone with brick dressings, heightened in plastered cob, all under a thatch roof. There are four horizontally sliding sash windows. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Wool Buildings [4] At the rear of number 55 Spring Street, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7258848">SY8486 : Wool houses [17]</a>, are a range of buildings of Manor Farm. There is a shelter shed, an open shelter and stables. Constructed of a mixture of brick, cob and stone, under roofs of corrugated iron and of tile. This view is to the right of number 55, the view from the left is at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7258850">SY8486 : Wool Buildings [3]</a>. Listed, for group value, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120377" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120377">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s3.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/88/7258851_2eaad630.jpg)
Wool Buildings [4]
At the rear of number 55 Spring Street, SY8486 : Wool houses [17], are a range of buildings of Manor Farm. There is a shelter shed, an open shelter and stables. Constructed of a mixture of brick, cob and stone, under roofs of corrugated iron and of tile. This view is to the right of number 55, the view from the left is at SY8486 : Wool Buildings [3]. Listed, for group value, grade II, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Wool houses [19] Almost hidden by the trees, Regency Cottage, number 56 Church Lane, was formerly Seaforth Cottage. Built, in Cottage Orné style, in the early 19th century in two parallel ranges. Constructed of plastered cob under a roof of thatch at the front and slates at the rear. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1152863" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1152863">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s1.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/88/7258853_54660aed.jpg)
Wool houses [19]
Almost hidden by the trees, Regency Cottage, number 56 Church Lane, was formerly Seaforth Cottage. Built, in Cottage Orné style, in the early 19th century in two parallel ranges. Constructed of plastered cob under a roof of thatch at the front and slates at the rear. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Wool houses [20] Gingerbread Cottage, number 58 Church Lane, (nearer the camera), and Midden Cottage, number 57 Church Lane, are a pair of semi-detached cottages, probably built in the 18th century. Number 57 has plastered cob walls under a thatch roof. Number 58 is of rubble stone, brick and cob on a stone base, all under a thatch roof. All the windows are horizontally sliding sashes. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120364" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120364">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s3.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/88/7258855_f9b4892d.jpg)
Wool houses [20]
Gingerbread Cottage, number 58 Church Lane, (nearer the camera), and Midden Cottage, number 57 Church Lane, are a pair of semi-detached cottages, probably built in the 18th century. Number 57 has plastered cob walls under a thatch roof. Number 58 is of rubble stone, brick and cob on a stone base, all under a thatch roof. All the windows are horizontally sliding sashes. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Wool houses [21] Rowan Tree Cottage, number 60 Church Lane, was formerly two cottages. Built, probably, in the 18th century of plastered cob walls on a stone base under a thatch roof. The former attached barn, under a tile roof, is now part of the cottage. There is a rear extension. Some original internal features remain. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1152867" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1152867">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s3.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/88/7258859_a2c36b9e.jpg)
Wool houses [21]
Rowan Tree Cottage, number 60 Church Lane, was formerly two cottages. Built, probably, in the 18th century of plastered cob walls on a stone base under a thatch roof. The former attached barn, under a tile roof, is now part of the cottage. There is a rear extension. Some original internal features remain. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Wool houses [22] Kingfisher Cottage, number 61 Church Lane, was probably built in the 18th century. Constructed of pebbledashed cob under a thatch roof. There is a later rear extension. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120363" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120363">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s3.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/88/7258863_3ec885ee.jpg)
Wool houses [22]
Kingfisher Cottage, number 61 Church Lane, was probably built in the 18th century. Constructed of pebbledashed cob under a thatch roof. There is a later rear extension. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Wool houses [23] Melissa Cottage, number 62 Church Lane, was built in the 18th century, altered in the 19th century and extended in the late 20th century. Constructed of plastered cob on a stone base under a tile roof. Most of the windows are
horizontally sliding sashes. Listed, for group value, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1323394" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1323394">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s1.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/88/7258865_bea37e67.jpg)
Wool houses [23]
Melissa Cottage, number 62 Church Lane, was built in the 18th century, altered in the 19th century and extended in the late 20th century. Constructed of plastered cob on a stone base under a tile roof. Most of the windows are
horizontally sliding sashes. Listed, for group value, grade II, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Wool houses [24] The Thatched Cottage, number 64 Church Lane, was probably built in the 18th century, possibly incorporating an earlier structure. Constructed partly of plastered cob, partly of brick, on a stone base, all under a thatch roof. Many of the windows are horizontally sliding sashes. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1323393" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1323393">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s1.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/89/7258905_89f5f701.jpg)
Wool houses [24]
The Thatched Cottage, number 64 Church Lane, was probably built in the 18th century, possibly incorporating an earlier structure. Constructed partly of plastered cob, partly of brick, on a stone base, all under a thatch roof. Many of the windows are horizontally sliding sashes. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Parish church [1] The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s1.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/89/7258909_5d802de1.jpg)
Parish church [1]
The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Parish church [2] The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s2.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/89/7258910_36eaadd8.jpg)
Parish church [2]
The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Parish church [3] The chancel.
The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s3.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/89/7258911_cb7e2a3d.jpg)
Parish church [3]
The chancel.
The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Parish church [4] The east window.
The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s0.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/89/7258912_813e7f7c.jpg)
Parish church [4]
The east window.
The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Parish church [5] The organ.
The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s1.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/89/7258913_eaf612ba.jpg)
Parish church [5]
The organ.
The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Parish church [6] The 15th century font, unusually built against a pier of the north arcade.
The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s2.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/89/7258914_62191164.jpg)
Parish church [6]
The 15th century font, unusually built against a pier of the north arcade.
The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
![Parish church [7] Part of the large churchyard.
The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1120365">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name &#039;Wool&#039; is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.](https://s3.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/07/25/89/7258915_175d223f.jpg)
Parish church [7]
Part of the large churchyard.
The Anglican parish church of The Holy Rood was built, nave only, in the 13th century, the chancel, north arcade and tower were added circa 1450. In 1865 the church was demolished except for the tower and north and east walls of the nave, and rebuilt. Constructed of rubble stone with free stone dressings under roofs of tile or of lead. The font is 15th century, other internal fittings are 19th century. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.
Kick Hill Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SY8484 (Lat: 50.660638, Lng: -2.2167488)
Unitary Authority: Dorset
Police Authority: Dorset
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