Conigree Wood

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Conigree Wood

Green with Trees - North Bradley
Green with Trees - North Bradley Credit: Anthony Parkes

Conigree Wood, located in Wiltshire, England, is a beautiful woodland area known for its diverse wildlife and tranquil atmosphere. The wood covers an area of approximately 25 hectares and is part of the larger Conigre Mead Nature Reserve. It is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts and walkers alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of oak and ash trees, creating a rich and varied habitat for numerous plant and animal species. Bluebells and wild garlic carpet the forest floor during spring, creating a stunning display of colors and scents. The trees provide shelter and nesting sites for various bird species, including woodpeckers, tits, and thrushes. Additionally, the wood is home to mammals such as badgers, foxes, and deer.

Conigree Wood boasts a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty and experience its tranquility. The paths wind through the forest, offering glimpses of sunlight filtering through the trees and allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings.

The wood is managed by a local conservation organization, ensuring its preservation and promoting biodiversity. They maintain the pathways, manage the vegetation, and monitor the wildlife to maintain a healthy ecosystem. Educational activities and guided walks are sometimes organized to raise awareness about the importance of woodland conservation and to educate visitors about the flora and fauna thriving within Conigree Wood.

Overall, Conigree Wood is a haven of natural beauty, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature.

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Conigree Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.27893/-2.2120649 or Grid Reference ST8553. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Green with Trees - North Bradley
Green with Trees - North Bradley
Brokerswood Road
Brokerswood Road
Westbury Station
Westbury Station
Lake in Westbury Lake near Westbury Station.
Lake in Westbury
Lake near Westbury Station.
Lake in Wesbury View across the lake towards Slag Lane.
Lake in Wesbury
View across the lake towards Slag Lane.
Road to Norleaze, Near Heywood A single track No Through Road.
Road to Norleaze, Near Heywood
A single track No Through Road.
Church Road, Heywood The church is on the left in the distance. I believe it is now redundant or possibly a private house.
Church Road, Heywood
The church is on the left in the distance. I believe it is now redundant or possibly a private house.
Monkey Puzzle Tree, Church Lane, Heywood Commonly known as a Monkey Puzzle tree, it is a slow growing evergreen tree growing up to 40 m tall with a 2 m trunk diameter. It is native to central and southern Chile and western Argentina. It is the hardiest species of the conifer genus Araucaria.
The tree usually has male and female cones on separate trees and is a wind pollinated. The seeds are usually dispersed by birds and squirrels. They are edible, similar to large pinenuts. However the tree does not yield seeds until it is around 30 to 40 years old. It is tolerant of temperatures down to -20°C, and coastal salt spray.
It was originally found in Chile in the 1780s and is the national tree of Chile.
Monkey Puzzle Tree, Church Lane, Heywood
Commonly known as a Monkey Puzzle tree, it is a slow growing evergreen tree growing up to 40 m tall with a 2 m trunk diameter. It is native to central and southern Chile and western Argentina. It is the hardiest species of the conifer genus Araucaria. The tree usually has male and female cones on separate trees and is a wind pollinated. The seeds are usually dispersed by birds and squirrels. They are edible, similar to large pinenuts. However the tree does not yield seeds until it is around 30 to 40 years old. It is tolerant of temperatures down to -20°C, and coastal salt spray. It was originally found in Chile in the 1780s and is the national tree of Chile.
Field near Dursley A footpath runs to the left out of shot.
Field near Dursley
A footpath runs to the left out of shot.
The Old Vicarage, Heywood Now painted a fetching pink colour.
The Old Vicarage, Heywood
Now painted a fetching pink colour.
Bridleway near Westbury Looking north east at the crossing of another footpath.
Bridleway near Westbury
Looking north east at the crossing of another footpath.
Footpath from Southwick Road Handily showing the distances as well as the direction.
Footpath from Southwick Road
Handily showing the distances as well as the direction.
Around the islands via North Bradley Some far flung places in rural Wiltshire. For the record, Ireland is small hamlet a short way south, and just along from that lane is Scotland House.
Around the islands via North Bradley
Some far flung places in rural Wiltshire. For the record, Ireland is small hamlet a short way south, and just along from that lane is Scotland House.
Left by the margin Some agricultural ironmongery at the edge of a shorn field.
Left by the margin
Some agricultural ironmongery at the edge of a shorn field.
Southwick solar farm A large installation near the village, occupying the flatter lands here.
Southwick solar farm
A large installation near the village, occupying the flatter lands here.
Pick it up! A keenly worded notice on the lane off Westbury Road.
Pick it up!
A keenly worded notice on the lane off Westbury Road.
Notice board on the entrance to the Peace Memorial grounds Plenty to read: some warning notices, some activity adverts and, in the middle, is a letter from the Queen regarding the Jubilee Lunches events.
Notice board on the entrance to the Peace Memorial grounds
Plenty to read: some warning notices, some activity adverts and, in the middle, is a letter from the Queen regarding the Jubilee Lunches events.
The tower of St Nicholas, North Bradley A view of the fine tower in the west end of the church. At its base is a benchmark - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7281570">ST8554 : Benchmark on St Nicolas, North Bradley</a>.
The tower of St Nicholas, North Bradley
A view of the fine tower in the west end of the church. At its base is a benchmark - see ST8554 : Benchmark on St Nicolas, North Bradley.
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Conigree Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST8553 (Lat: 51.27893, Lng: -2.2120649)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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Cafe
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Grit Bin
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Engineer Road S/S
Power: substation
Ref: 1882
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Barrier: stile
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Colour: grey
Design: three-level
Height: 50.51
Line Attachment: suspension
Material: metal
Operator: National Grid
Operator Wikidata: Q1465461
Power: tower
Ref: ZG214
Source: Bing
Start Date: 1960
Structure: lattice
Lat/Long: 51.2811118/-2.2182441
Barrier: stile
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Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.2812496/-2.2062832
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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