Great Mead Copse

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Great Mead Copse

Bend in the road at Semley Common The common is a small strip of land on either side of the road at this point
Bend in the road at Semley Common Credit: David Martin

Great Mead Copse is a charming woodland located in the county of Wiltshire, in southwestern England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, the copse is situated near the village of Great Mead, which is renowned for its picturesque countryside and tranquil atmosphere.

The copse is predominantly composed of mature broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense and verdant canopy. This creates a delightful habitat for a diverse range of wildlife, making Great Mead Copse a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and bird-watchers. Visitors can often spot various species of birds, such as woodpeckers and owls, as well as small mammals like squirrels and hedgehogs.

The woodland features a network of well-maintained footpaths, enabling visitors to explore its enchanting surroundings. These paths lead visitors through the heart of the copse, allowing them to immerse themselves in the tranquil ambiance and experience the beauty of the woodland up close. The copse is particularly stunning during the spring and summer months, when the forest floor comes alive with a vibrant carpet of bluebells and other wildflowers.

Great Mead Copse offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life, providing visitors with an opportunity to reconnect with nature and enjoy the tranquility of the countryside. With its breathtaking scenery and rich biodiversity, this woodland is truly a hidden gem in the Wiltshire countryside, inviting visitors to escape, relax, and embrace the serenity of the natural world.

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Great Mead Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.058987/-2.1400554 or Grid Reference ST9028. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bend in the road at Semley Common The common is a small strip of land on either side of the road at this point
Bend in the road at Semley Common
The common is a small strip of land on either side of the road at this point
Ruddlemoor Farm Almost completely surrounded by forest
Ruddlemoor Farm
Almost completely surrounded by forest
Minor Road between Newtown and Hindon For most of its length this quiet lane runs through shady woodland
Minor Road between Newtown and Hindon
For most of its length this quiet lane runs through shady woodland
Heading North towards Hindon Section of the woodland road between Newtown and Hindon
Heading North towards Hindon
Section of the woodland road between Newtown and Hindon
Minor road around the west flank of Beacon Hill Looking towards Ruddlemoor farm in the middle distance.
Minor road around the west flank of Beacon Hill
Looking towards Ruddlemoor farm in the middle distance.
Track to Ruddlemoor Farm
Track to Ruddlemoor Farm
Railway west of Tisbury A view east of the ex London & South Western Railway (LSWR) main Salisbury to Exeter railway line.  This has suffered downgrading in past years, being singled for much of its length, but hopefully it might be upgraded in the future, with rail traffic increasing.
Railway west of Tisbury
A view east of the ex London & South Western Railway (LSWR) main Salisbury to Exeter railway line. This has suffered downgrading in past years, being singled for much of its length, but hopefully it might be upgraded in the future, with rail traffic increasing.
Lane north of Broad Oak Farm
Lane north of Broad Oak Farm
Fields near West Hatch
Fields near West Hatch
Newtown: a hidden phone box This telephone box has been rather overcome by the adjacent foliage in the 8 years since it was photographed here: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1201067">ST9128 : Telephone box, Newtown</a>

The ivy has also made its way into the box from the far corner, not via the door which seems to be jammed half-open.

A notice in the box, saying that BT propose to remove it as it isn't sufficiently used, is dated 2009 although the phone apparatus is still in the box.

A postbox in a pillar can be seen to the far left.
Newtown: a hidden phone box
This telephone box has been rather overcome by the adjacent foliage in the 8 years since it was photographed here: ST9128 : Telephone box, Newtown The ivy has also made its way into the box from the far corner, not via the door which seems to be jammed half-open. A notice in the box, saying that BT propose to remove it as it isn't sufficiently used, is dated 2009 although the phone apparatus is still in the box. A postbox in a pillar can be seen to the far left.
Wessex Ridgeway beside Bottom Copse The Wessex Ridgeway is a 136-mile long-distance footpath which runs from Marlborough in Wiltshire to Lyme Regis in Dorset. It was opened in 1994. 

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Wessex Ridgeway beside Bottom Copse
The Wessex Ridgeway is a 136-mile long-distance footpath which runs from Marlborough in Wiltshire to Lyme Regis in Dorset. It was opened in 1994. Wikipedia entry: LinkExternal link
Wessex Ridgeway heading towards Newtown The Wessex Ridgeway is a 136-mile long-distance footpath which runs from Marlborough in Wiltshire to Lyme Regis in Dorset. It was opened in 1994. 

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Wessex Ridgeway heading towards Newtown
The Wessex Ridgeway is a 136-mile long-distance footpath which runs from Marlborough in Wiltshire to Lyme Regis in Dorset. It was opened in 1994. Wikipedia entry: LinkExternal link
West Gate Lodge On the minor forest road that runs northwards to Hindon.
I imagine this building guarded the western entrance to Fonthill Abbey at one time.
West Gate Lodge
On the minor forest road that runs northwards to Hindon. I imagine this building guarded the western entrance to Fonthill Abbey at one time.
Track leading to White Mead Wood
Track leading to White Mead Wood
Mockeny Wood Part of the large tract of woodland to the south of Hindon in Wiltshire
Mockeny Wood
Part of the large tract of woodland to the south of Hindon in Wiltshire
Track along the edge of Bottom Copse The Wessex Ridgeway path heading south towards Wardour Castle (beneath the woods on the horizon)
Track along the edge of Bottom Copse
The Wessex Ridgeway path heading south towards Wardour Castle (beneath the woods on the horizon)
Hidden valley south of Newtown An attractive little valley. Not a dry chalk valley, but on Jurassic sandstones with a stream at the bottom.
Hidden valley south of Newtown
An attractive little valley. Not a dry chalk valley, but on Jurassic sandstones with a stream at the bottom.
Entering the woods surrounding Beacon Hill As it's getting late, we shortcut the Wessex Ridgeway path by taking this minor road straight to our overnight stop in Hindon.
Entering the woods surrounding Beacon Hill
As it's getting late, we shortcut the Wessex Ridgeway path by taking this minor road straight to our overnight stop in Hindon.
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Great Mead Copse is located at Grid Ref: ST9028 (Lat: 51.058987, Lng: -2.1400554)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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