Skinner's Coppice

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Skinner's Coppice

Birch trees beside Puddletown Road
Birch trees beside Puddletown Road Credit: JThomas

Skinner's Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated near the village of Cheddington, the coppice covers an area of approximately 50 acres and is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna.

The woodland is primarily composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which provide a rich canopy that filters sunlight and creates a serene atmosphere. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells and wildflowers during the spring, adding splashes of color to the green landscape.

Skinner's Coppice is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers who appreciate the tranquil beauty of the forest. The woodland is crisscrossed with well-maintained footpaths that wind through the trees, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These paths also provide access to viewpoints that offer stunning vistas of the surrounding countryside.

The coppice is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, badgers, and foxes, which can occasionally be spotted by observant visitors. Birdwatchers are also drawn to the woodland, as it provides habitat for a range of avian species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and warblers.

Skinner's Coppice is managed by the local authorities, who ensure the preservation of the woodland and its ecological balance. The area is well-maintained, with fallen trees regularly cleared, making it safe and accessible for visitors of all ages.

Overall, Skinner's Coppice is a tranquil and enchanting woodland, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem make it a cherished destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Skinner's Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.713878/-2.1944598 or Grid Reference SY8690. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Birch trees beside Puddletown Road
Birch trees beside Puddletown Road
Puddletown Road
Puddletown Road
Nightjar eggs, Philliols Heath Whilst trying to get a better vantage point to photograph a buzzard, I was surprised by a nightjar erupting from the heather just in front of me. To my astonishment, there in the place where the bird had been, were two very well camouflaged eggs. I didn't want to disturb the bird any more than I had already done so but I just had to get a shot of the bird itself...
Nightjar eggs, Philliols Heath
Whilst trying to get a better vantage point to photograph a buzzard, I was surprised by a nightjar erupting from the heather just in front of me. To my astonishment, there in the place where the bird had been, were two very well camouflaged eggs. I didn't want to disturb the bird any more than I had already done so but I just had to get a shot of the bird itself...
Nightjar, Philliols Heath Having disturbed the bird on its eggs the previous day I returned the following day to try to get a pic of the bird itself. This time I stayed about 10 feet away. The bird was virtually invisible due to its camouflaged plumage; although it appears to be dozing with just a tiny slit of eye visible, this is simply a further attempt by the bird to become invisible; it is actually wide awake but hiding its very dark and very visible eyes.
Nightjar, Philliols Heath
Having disturbed the bird on its eggs the previous day I returned the following day to try to get a pic of the bird itself. This time I stayed about 10 feet away. The bird was virtually invisible due to its camouflaged plumage; although it appears to be dozing with just a tiny slit of eye visible, this is simply a further attempt by the bird to become invisible; it is actually wide awake but hiding its very dark and very visible eyes.
Pitcher plants, Philliols Heath My understanding is that these plants are sarracenia purpurea, the purple pitcher plant, an insectivorous plant native of North America. This pic shows three large groups but a wider angle would reveal closer to 50 of them. I know that many believe that as an alien species they should be removed and destroyed but whatever your belief, you can't deny their beauty and the fact that they're fascinating.
Pitcher plants, Philliols Heath
My understanding is that these plants are sarracenia purpurea, the purple pitcher plant, an insectivorous plant native of North America. This pic shows three large groups but a wider angle would reveal closer to 50 of them. I know that many believe that as an alien species they should be removed and destroyed but whatever your belief, you can't deny their beauty and the fact that they're fascinating.
Barn, Philliols Farm Not nationally listed, but the barn just showing behind it is grade II.
Barn, Philliols Farm
Not nationally listed, but the barn just showing behind it is grade II.
Woodland, River Piddle valley Looking across one of the strands of the Piddle, hidden by lush vegetation, but marked by the line of a white umbellifer.
Woodland, River Piddle valley
Looking across one of the strands of the Piddle, hidden by lush vegetation, but marked by the line of a white umbellifer.
Puddletown Road Higher Hyde Heath nature reserve is to the right.
Puddletown Road
Higher Hyde Heath nature reserve is to the right.
Bare silver birches by Puddletown Road On the edge of Higher Hyde Heath nature reserve
Bare silver birches by Puddletown Road
On the edge of Higher Hyde Heath nature reserve
Old Boundary Marker on Bloxworth Heath, Bloxworth parish Parish Boundary Marker in parish of Bloxworth (Purbeck District), Bloxworth Heath, 30m Southwest of forestry road overlooking wet grassland, on patch of dry heathland.

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DO_BLXEST01pb
Old Boundary Marker on Bloxworth Heath, Bloxworth parish
Parish Boundary Marker in parish of Bloxworth (Purbeck District), Bloxworth Heath, 30m Southwest of forestry road overlooking wet grassland, on patch of dry heathland. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DO_BLXEST01pb
Gravel Pit, Stokeford Heath
Gravel Pit, Stokeford Heath
Track, Stokeford Heath
Track, Stokeford Heath
Puddletown Road
Puddletown Road
Woodland beside Puddletown Road
Woodland beside Puddletown Road
Puddletown Road
Puddletown Road
Woodland and powerlines, South Heath
Woodland and powerlines, South Heath
Puddletown Road
Puddletown Road
Woodland beside Puddletown Road
Woodland beside Puddletown Road
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Skinner's Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SY8690 (Lat: 50.713878, Lng: -2.1944598)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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