Yellow Withy Bed

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Yellow Withy Bed

Bikepacker on the Ridgeway Photo captured at 14:58 during a 2 day bikepacking trip following the &#039;Purbeck Bimble&#039; route from Bikepacking.com. — Bikepacker on the Ridgeway Credit: Calum Rogers

Yellow Withy Bed is a dense woodland located in Dorset, England. Spanning an area of approximately 200 acres, it is a prominent feature of the local landscape. The woodland is primarily composed of withy trees, which are a type of willow tree known for their slender and flexible branches.

The name "Yellow Withy Bed" is derived from the vibrant yellow color of the withy trees in autumn when their leaves change hues. This seasonal transformation adds to the picturesque beauty of the woodland. The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of fallen leaves, creating a stunning contrast against the bright yellow foliage.

The woodland is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Many species of birds, including woodpeckers and song thrushes, can be found nesting and foraging in the trees. Additionally, small mammals such as squirrels and rabbits can be spotted scurrying among the undergrowth.

Yellow Withy Bed offers a variety of recreational opportunities for visitors. There are well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the natural beauty of the area. The woodland is also popular among nature enthusiasts, birdwatchers, and photographers, who are attracted by its serene atmosphere and stunning views.

Overall, Yellow Withy Bed in Dorset is a captivating woodland that showcases the beauty of nature. With its vibrant yellow foliage, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities, it is a cherished natural asset to the local community and a destination for nature lovers from near and far.

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Yellow Withy Bed Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.633734/-2.1037755 or Grid Reference SY9281. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bikepacker on the Ridgeway

Photo captured at 14:58 during a 2 day bikepacking trip following the 'Purbeck Bimble' route from Bikepacking.com.

Calum Rogers

St. Peter's, Church Knowle, Dorset

The 14th Century tower and porch.

Ray Jennings

St. Peter's, Church Knowle, Dorset

Original 13th Century South Transept.

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St. Peter's, Church Knowle, Dorset

The Nave

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St. Peter's, Church Knowle, Dorset

The 13th Century Chancel and Apse.

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The ridge of Smedmore Hill

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View north-west from Smedmore Hill

From a limestone ridge to a chalk ridge.

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Kimmeridge

Just off the South West Coastal Path along Dorset's Jurassic Coast.

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Kimmeridge: parish church of St. Nicholas

A little parish church of 1872, apart from the 12th-century doorway.

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St Nicholas' Church, Kimmeridge

Although Kimmeridge Church was largely rebuilt in 1872, one can assume that its outward appearance has not greatly changed since the building of the original Norman building.

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Porch and bell-cote, St Nicholas' Church, Kimmeridge

The bell-cote and bell are 15th century. The porch leads to a 12th century doorway.

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The font at St Nicholas' Church, Kimmeridge

The font is a rough circular stone bowl, set on a modern stem and base. This, presumably the original font of the church, appears to have been replaced in the 19th century by another, described by an architect as being "extremely ugly and utterly unsuitable for its purpose". However, in about 1920, two men working for a local farmer found the present font in a ditch which they were digging out near the bottom of the village. It was replaced in the church, and the other is believed to have become a bird-bath.

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Churchyard and parsonage, Kimmeridge

There are a number of very old tombs and gravestones within the churchyard.

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Gate from the churchyard to the parsonage, Kimmeridge

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East Window, St Nicholas' Church, Kimmeridge

The colourful early 20th century East Window is the work of C E Kempe, and is in memory of Colonel Mansel and his wife who both died in 1896.

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Local Produce, Kimmeridge

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Footpath leaving Kimmeridge

A paved path leads up the east side of the churchyard and out through the gate in the foreground into the field. The footpath leads up to the junction of lanes at the saddle/pass above the village, next to the disused quarry. This public right of way was, long ago, the main route out of the village. The way carried on past what is now Hyde Wood, past the Harp Stone and on over the chalk ridge to Creech. The more modern, and less steep road in and out of Kimmeridge is to the east, and has a hairpin bend at the junction with the track to Smedmore House.

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Footpath east of the church, Kimmeridge

This paved footpath leads north out of Kimmeridge, along the eastern edge of the churchyard. The graves alongside the path seem to be mainly of the Mansell family, who inherited the Smedmore estate from the Clavels in the 1830s.

Jim Champion

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Yellow Withy Bed is located at Grid Ref: SY9281 (Lat: 50.633734, Lng: -2.1037755)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset