Higher Hove Wood

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Higher Hove Wood

Field and hedgerow near Lower Woodbury Farm
Field and hedgerow near Lower Woodbury Farm Credit: JThomas

Higher Hove Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is a well-preserved natural habitat that offers a sanctuary for a diverse range of flora and fauna.

The wood is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with carpets of bluebells in the spring, creating a stunning display of vibrant colors. In addition to the bluebells, the wood is also home to a variety of wildflowers, such as primroses and wood anemones.

Wildlife thrives in Higher Hove Wood, with numerous species calling it their home. Birds such as woodpeckers, nuthatches, and tawny owls can be spotted amongst the trees, while small mammals like squirrels and rabbits scurry through the undergrowth. The wood also attracts a diverse range of insects, including butterflies and beetles.

Visitors to Higher Hove Wood can enjoy its natural beauty and tranquility through a network of well-maintained footpaths. These paths wind through the wood, allowing visitors to explore the different areas and discover hidden gems within. The wood is particularly popular with nature enthusiasts, photographers, and families seeking a peaceful retreat in nature.

Managed by a local conservation organization, Higher Hove Wood is protected to ensure its long-term preservation and continued biodiversity. This commitment to conservation ensures that future generations can enjoy the beauty and tranquility of this remarkable woodland in Dorset.

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Higher Hove Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.750591/-2.2073837 or Grid Reference SY8594. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field and hedgerow near Lower Woodbury Farm
Field and hedgerow near Lower Woodbury Farm
Minor road towards Lane End
Minor road towards Lane End
Subble field
Subble field
Minor road towards Lane End
Minor road towards Lane End
Field and hedgerow, Chapel Cross
Field and hedgerow, Chapel Cross
Chapel Cross
Chapel Cross
Minor road towards Yearlings Farm
Minor road towards Yearlings Farm
Fingerpost, Yearlings' Bottom
Fingerpost, Yearlings' Bottom
Track (bridleway) towards Hollow Oak
Track (bridleway) towards Hollow Oak
Minor road towards Bere Regis
Minor road towards Bere Regis
A31 near Bolton's Barrow
A31 near Bolton's Barrow
A35 near Shitterton
A35 near Shitterton
Toll Gate Cottage, Bere Regis A former Toll House at 72 West Street, on the corner of Butt Lane. Used by the Wimborne and Piddletown Turnpike Trust, up to the mid 19ᵗʰ C.

Milestone Society National ID: DO.BER
Toll Gate Cottage, Bere Regis
A former Toll House at 72 West Street, on the corner of Butt Lane. Used by the Wimborne and Piddletown Turnpike Trust, up to the mid 19ᵗʰ C. Milestone Society National ID: DO.BER
Road junction on A35 east of Bere Regis The minor side road and A35 both have long straight stretches on each side of this junction.  They meet at a sharp acute angle, so for safety the junction has been altered to be staggered with the roads square to each other.  The former route is on the right, above the traffic bollard
Road junction on A35 east of Bere Regis
The minor side road and A35 both have long straight stretches on each side of this junction. They meet at a sharp acute angle, so for safety the junction has been altered to be staggered with the roads square to each other. The former route is on the right, above the traffic bollard
The remains of a road junction, Bere Regis This junction has been closed and the space beside the former road given to commercial use.  It is part of the rearrangement of roads (A35 and A31) to avoid the centre of Bere Regis
The remains of a road junction, Bere Regis
This junction has been closed and the space beside the former road given to commercial use. It is part of the rearrangement of roads (A35 and A31) to avoid the centre of Bere Regis
Filling station at Bere Regis At the roundabout junction of the A31 and A35 north-east of Bere Regis
Filling station at Bere Regis
At the roundabout junction of the A31 and A35 north-east of Bere Regis
A35 cutting through Burrow Hill
A35 cutting through Burrow Hill
Bere Regis: The Church of St. John the Baptist
Bere Regis: The Church of St. John the Baptist
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Higher Hove Wood is located at Grid Ref: SY8594 (Lat: 50.750591, Lng: -2.2073837)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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Woodbury Hill
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