Aldermoor Copse

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Aldermoor Copse

Footpath and drive to The Grange, Semley The footpath turns off to the left by the post and crosses the stream by a small bridge.
Footpath and drive to The Grange, Semley Credit: David Martin

Aldermoor Copse is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 hectares, it is nestled within the beautiful countryside, offering a serene and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

This ancient woodland is predominantly composed of alder trees, which give the copse its name. These majestic trees, with their distinctive dark bark and delicate leaves, create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter to a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of wildflowers, including bluebells, wood anemones, and primroses, adding bursts of color to the landscape.

Aldermoor Copse is a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike. The copse is home to a diverse range of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Visitors may catch glimpses of other woodland creatures such as deer, foxes, and rabbits as they explore the well-maintained paths that wind their way through the woodland.

The copse is well-equipped for visitors, with ample parking facilities and picnic areas. It also offers several designated trails of varying lengths, providing options for both leisurely strolls and more challenging hikes. Interpretive signs along the trails offer information about the local flora and fauna, enhancing the educational experience for visitors.

Aldermoor Copse truly encapsulates the beauty of Wiltshire's natural landscape. With its ancient trees, vibrant wildflowers, and diverse wildlife, it offers a tranquil retreat for those seeking solace in nature.

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Aldermoor Copse Images

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Footpath and drive to The Grange, Semley The footpath turns off to the left by the post and crosses the stream by a small bridge.
Footpath and drive to The Grange, Semley
The footpath turns off to the left by the post and crosses the stream by a small bridge.
Field edge footpath near Glebe Farm
Field edge footpath near Glebe Farm
Shaftesbury: dense fog on the A350 It is 1:50 on a Monday morning and my southbound trip on the A350 between Warminster and Blandford Forum is marked by thick fog. 

Here, the street lighting as we enter the suburbs of Shaftesbury, at least provide reasonable visibility but I have been slowed to 25mph for longish stretches in the rural unlit parts, despite knowing the roads well and traffic being almost non-existent at this time of the day. 

Being able to see only three white lines ahead, it is quite disconcerting to realise that, on a road that you think you know in great detail right down to slight bends and awkward potholes, you don't actually know which way the next bend is going to turn.
Shaftesbury: dense fog on the A350
It is 1:50 on a Monday morning and my southbound trip on the A350 between Warminster and Blandford Forum is marked by thick fog. Here, the street lighting as we enter the suburbs of Shaftesbury, at least provide reasonable visibility but I have been slowed to 25mph for longish stretches in the rural unlit parts, despite knowing the roads well and traffic being almost non-existent at this time of the day. Being able to see only three white lines ahead, it is quite disconcerting to realise that, on a road that you think you know in great detail right down to slight bends and awkward potholes, you don't actually know which way the next bend is going to turn.
Bungalow on Homefield, Shaftesbury
Bungalow on Homefield, Shaftesbury
Old Milestone by the A350, Semley Common Shaston stone by the A350, in parish of Sedgehill and Semley (Salisbury District), Semley Common, by the road.

Lost since 1970.

Inscription reads:-
II
Miles From
SHASTON
1766
(Shaston is the old name for Shaftesbury)

Milestone Society National ID: WI_WMSH13
Old Milestone by the A350, Semley Common
Shaston stone by the A350, in parish of Sedgehill and Semley (Salisbury District), Semley Common, by the road. Lost since 1970. Inscription reads:- II Miles From SHASTON 1766 (Shaston is the old name for Shaftesbury) Milestone Society National ID: WI_WMSH13
Old Milestone by the A350, Semley Road, north of Shaftesbury Carved stone post by the A350, in parish of DONHEAD ST MARY (SALISBURY District), Semley Road, Shaftesbury; 30m North of lay-by outside reservoir, by the road, on East side of road. Dorset 3 (limestone), erected by the Shaftesbury & New Road to Blandford turnpike trust in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
: (DO)NHEAD / (ST MARY) : : 1 / Mile From / SHASTON / XIII To / BLANDFORD / 1766 : : DONHEAD / ST (MARY) :
Carved benchmark bottom right of front face.

Milestone Society National ID: WI_WMSH14.
Old Milestone by the A350, Semley Road, north of Shaftesbury
Carved stone post by the A350, in parish of DONHEAD ST MARY (SALISBURY District), Semley Road, Shaftesbury; 30m North of lay-by outside reservoir, by the road, on East side of road. Dorset 3 (limestone), erected by the Shaftesbury & New Road to Blandford turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- : (DO)NHEAD / (ST MARY) : : 1 / Mile From / SHASTON / XIII To / BLANDFORD / 1766 : : DONHEAD / ST (MARY) : Carved benchmark bottom right of front face. Milestone Society National ID: WI_WMSH14.
North Gate Toll House, Shaftesbury Toll House by the A350, Grosvenor Road, in the parish of Shaftesbury (North Dorset District), at entrance to Travis Perkins Builders Yard, Littledown, SP7.

Demolished after October 2011.

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DO.SHA01
North Gate Toll House, Shaftesbury
Toll House by the A350, Grosvenor Road, in the parish of Shaftesbury (North Dorset District), at entrance to Travis Perkins Builders Yard, Littledown, SP7. Demolished after October 2011. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DO.SHA01
Lane below Donhead Clift
Lane below Donhead Clift
Builders Flytip Found just off the A350 Shaftesbury to Warminster Road, on the lane towards Donhead St Mary.
Builders Flytip
Found just off the A350 Shaftesbury to Warminster Road, on the lane towards Donhead St Mary.
Grazing Donkeys at Semley Common These donkeys are about forty years old and have grazed on the common for most of their lives.  The srapyard is in the background.
Grazing Donkeys at Semley Common
These donkeys are about forty years old and have grazed on the common for most of their lives. The srapyard is in the background.
Field Barn near Semley
Field Barn near Semley
Semley Village School
Semley Village School
Village Information and Staddle Stones
Village Information and Staddle Stones
The Green and Thatched Cottage at Gutch Common
The Green and Thatched Cottage at Gutch Common
Barn on Tittle Path Hill
Barn on Tittle Path Hill
Thatched House at Wincombe
Thatched House at Wincombe
Horses and Hillside
Horses and Hillside
Windwhistle Corner
Windwhistle Corner
Show me another place!

Aldermoor Copse is located at Grid Ref: ST8825 (Lat: 51.025287, Lng: -2.1714793)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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Semley Hill
Ele: 232
Natural: peak
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