Little Sedge Oak Coppice

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Little Sedge Oak Coppice

Pond, Ashmore It can be a lot bigger.
Pond, Ashmore Credit: Richard Webb

Little Sedge Oak Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. Spanning approximately 20 acres, this ancient oak coppice is a tranquil oasis for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of mature oak trees, which provide a haven for a diverse range of flora and fauna. The oak trees, with their gnarled trunks and sprawling branches, create a magical atmosphere that transports visitors to a bygone era.

Little Sedge Oak Coppice is an important habitat for a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. The wooded understory is adorned with a plethora of wildflowers, such as bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, which create a stunning display of color during the spring months.

The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its hidden corners and discover its hidden treasures. The paths wind their way through the ancient trees, creating a sense of adventure and discovery.

Little Sedge Oak Coppice is not only a haven for wildlife but also a place of historical significance. The coppice has been managed for centuries, with the traditional practice of coppicing being employed to harvest small sections of the woodland sustainably. This traditional management method has allowed the woodland to thrive and maintain its unique character.

Overall, Little Sedge Oak Coppice is a precious natural gem in Dorset, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of an ancient oak coppice and experience the wonders of nature firsthand.

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Little Sedge Oak Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.942883/-2.1201491 or Grid Reference ST9115. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pond, Ashmore It can be a lot bigger.
Pond, Ashmore
It can be a lot bigger.
Fair Organ, Ashmore Felt fitting here.
Fair Organ, Ashmore
Felt fitting here.
Ancient Aquifer A bench on Ashmore's green over looking the pond.
Ancient Aquifer
A bench on Ashmore's green over looking the pond.
Milk and coffee Vending machine and source of water in Ashmore. Very welcome.
Milk and coffee
Vending machine and source of water in Ashmore. Very welcome.
Water source, Ashmore At the shed selling coffee. A very handy find as I was carrying a lot of water from Salisbury. Always a headache in chalk country.
Water source, Ashmore
At the shed selling coffee. A very handy find as I was carrying a lot of water from Salisbury. Always a headache in chalk country.
Farm track, Ashmore
Farm track, Ashmore
Farm track, Ashmore Arable land on a chalk dip slope.
Farm track, Ashmore
Arable land on a chalk dip slope.
Halfpenny Lane A very enjoyable chalk track under a big sky.
Halfpenny Lane
A very enjoyable chalk track under a big sky.
Stubble off Halfpenny Lane
Stubble off Halfpenny Lane
Dorset path sign After the plain, and often absent Wiltshire signage, the flamboyant Dorset ones were quite a surprise.  Dorset suffers less from the horrible ableist English path restrictions than most places and is a great place to visit if you cannot backpack on foot anymore. There is always a feeling of having saved yourself a ferry fare, and the beer's better than further south.
Dorset path sign
After the plain, and often absent Wiltshire signage, the flamboyant Dorset ones were quite a surprise. Dorset suffers less from the horrible ableist English path restrictions than most places and is a great place to visit if you cannot backpack on foot anymore. There is always a feeling of having saved yourself a ferry fare, and the beer's better than further south.
Halfpenny Lane, south of Ashmore
Halfpenny Lane, south of Ashmore
Farm road near Ashmore Leads into a forest off Halfpenny Lane.
Farm road near Ashmore
Leads into a forest off Halfpenny Lane.
Road into Stony Bottom A chalk woodland track.
Road into Stony Bottom
A chalk woodland track.
Road, Stony Bottom What they call gravel riding now. I prefer bigger tyres than those currently fashionble - not all tracks are as kind as this and narrower tyres cut up the ground which helps promote restrictions.  However there is a serpent or two in this Eden, one of which are the small flints that shred inner tubes. Many ride tubeless now. I got all the way unscathed!
Road, Stony Bottom
What they call gravel riding now. I prefer bigger tyres than those currently fashionble - not all tracks are as kind as this and narrower tyres cut up the ground which helps promote restrictions. However there is a serpent or two in this Eden, one of which are the small flints that shred inner tubes. Many ride tubeless now. I got all the way unscathed!
Stony Bottom Typical dry dip slope valley of chalkland. Familiar from the similar Silurian limestone ridges in Shropshire and Herefordshire. The glorious descent from the summit of Win Green continues.
Stony Bottom
Typical dry dip slope valley of chalkland. Familiar from the similar Silurian limestone ridges in Shropshire and Herefordshire. The glorious descent from the summit of Win Green continues.
Bottom of Stony Bottom Track coming in from Ashmore Wood.
Bottom of Stony Bottom
Track coming in from Ashmore Wood.
Stony Bottom, Ashmore Wood
Stony Bottom, Ashmore Wood
Path, Stony Bottom An old road, there is a modern gravel track to the west across the winterbourne.
Path, Stony Bottom
An old road, there is a modern gravel track to the west across the winterbourne.
Show me another place!

Little Sedge Oak Coppice is located at Grid Ref: ST9115 (Lat: 50.942883, Lng: -2.1201491)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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///culminate.singer.brochure. Near Pimperne, Dorset

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