Quarry Coppice

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Quarry Coppice

The eastern end of Charborough Park wall The famous wall of the deer park, beside the A31, one of the longest brick walls in England
The eastern end of Charborough Park wall Credit: David Smith

Quarry Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated near the town of Swanage, this woodland covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The coppice is predominantly made up of oak and beech trees, which provide a dense canopy that shelters a wide range of flora and fauna. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape during the spring and summer months.

As visitors wander through the woodland, they may encounter an array of wildlife. The coppice is home to numerous bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Additionally, small mammals like squirrels, rabbits, and foxes can often be spotted darting between the trees.

The woodland also boasts several walking trails and footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. These trails guide visitors through the heart of the woodland, passing by tranquil streams, moss-covered rocks, and ancient trees.

Quarry Coppice is not only a haven for nature enthusiasts but also serves as an important ecological site. It provides a vital habitat for many rare and protected species, contributing to the conservation efforts of the region.

Overall, Quarry Coppice is a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Dorset's natural beauty. With its enchanting woodland, diverse wildlife, and serene atmosphere, this forest offers a unique and memorable experience for all who venture within its boundaries.

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Quarry Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.780462/-2.0774633 or Grid Reference SY9497. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The eastern end of Charborough Park wall The famous wall of the deer park, beside the A31, one of the longest brick walls in England
The eastern end of Charborough Park wall
The famous wall of the deer park, beside the A31, one of the longest brick walls in England
Roundabout on the A31, Sturminster Marshall
Roundabout on the A31, Sturminster Marshall
Woodland by the A31, Sturminster Marshall
Woodland by the A31, Sturminster Marshall
The entrance to Vines Close Farm
The entrance to Vines Close Farm
Vines Close Farm
Vines Close Farm
Old Milestone by the A350, south east of Sturminster Marshall Carved stone post by the A350, in parish of STURMINSTER MARSHALL (EAST DORSET District), Blandford Road, 160m North of cross-roads with Station Road, in front of Burton Lux, against hedge by a row of bungalows, on West side of road. Dorset 3 (limestone), erected by the Blandford & Poole turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
POOLE
8
BLANDFORD
6   

Milestone Society National ID: DO_POBF08.
Old Milestone by the A350, south east of Sturminster Marshall
Carved stone post by the A350, in parish of STURMINSTER MARSHALL (EAST DORSET District), Blandford Road, 160m North of cross-roads with Station Road, in front of Burton Lux, against hedge by a row of bungalows, on West side of road. Dorset 3 (limestone), erected by the Blandford & Poole turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- POOLE 8 BLANDFORD 6 Milestone Society National ID: DO_POBF08.
Old Boundary Marker by the A31, Poole Road, Sturminster Marshall parish Turnpike Terminus Marker by the A350, in parish of Sturminster Marshall (East Dorset District), 500m south of Sturminster Marshall, centre of the roundabout where the A350 crosses the A31.

Inscription reads:-
: POOLE / TRUST : : BLAND- / -FORD / TRUST :

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DO_POBF06t
Old Boundary Marker by the A31, Poole Road, Sturminster Marshall parish
Turnpike Terminus Marker by the A350, in parish of Sturminster Marshall (East Dorset District), 500m south of Sturminster Marshall, centre of the roundabout where the A350 crosses the A31. Inscription reads:- : POOLE / TRUST : : BLAND- / -FORD / TRUST : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DO_POBF06t
The River Winterborne
The River Winterborne
Grazing, Newton Peveril
Grazing, Newton Peveril
Bridge on Newton Road
Bridge on Newton Road
Elizabeth II postbox on Blandford Road Postbox No. BH21 65.
Elizabeth II postbox on Blandford Road
Postbox No. BH21 65.
April Lodge, Sturminster Marshall
April Lodge, Sturminster Marshall
Stile and footpath, Lytchett Matravers The footpath is part of the 13 mile, Wareham Forest Way.
Stile and footpath, Lytchett Matravers
The footpath is part of the 13 mile, Wareham Forest Way.
Lichen, The Church of St Mary the Virgin The older gravestones are covered in lichen.

Lichens do not have roots, but absorb water and gases through their upper surface, and are therefore sensitive to atmospheric pollution.  For this reason they are rarely found around cities and grow best on the wetter west side of the British Isles.  Those on trees thrive best on the sunny, south-west aspects of trunks and branches.  Disappearance of lichen species can be used to detect rising levels of air pollution.  

There are three main types.  The encrusting forms, including the bright orange/dark yellow 'Xanthoria' grow on roofs, walls, gravestones, signs and tree trunks.  Leaf-like species develop flat lobes spreading over bark or stones, and shrubby forms which grow vertically from the ground or hang from trees.  Few have common names.
Lichen, The Church of St Mary the Virgin
The older gravestones are covered in lichen. Lichens do not have roots, but absorb water and gases through their upper surface, and are therefore sensitive to atmospheric pollution. For this reason they are rarely found around cities and grow best on the wetter west side of the British Isles. Those on trees thrive best on the sunny, south-west aspects of trunks and branches. Disappearance of lichen species can be used to detect rising levels of air pollution. There are three main types. The encrusting forms, including the bright orange/dark yellow 'Xanthoria' grow on roofs, walls, gravestones, signs and tree trunks. Leaf-like species develop flat lobes spreading over bark or stones, and shrubby forms which grow vertically from the ground or hang from trees. Few have common names.
Track, Newton Pevril This track leads down to the River Winterborne.
Track, Newton Pevril
This track leads down to the River Winterborne.
Footpath, Sturminster Marshall This footpath runs through the shoulder high mustard seed.
Footpath, Sturminster Marshall
This footpath runs through the shoulder high mustard seed.
Double stile, Sturminster Marshall This double stile is on the Wareham Forest Way.
Double stile, Sturminster Marshall
This double stile is on the Wareham Forest Way.
Old Railway Track, Sturminster Marshall Part of the old Somerset and Dorset Railway line.
Old Railway Track, Sturminster Marshall
Part of the old Somerset and Dorset Railway line.
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Quarry Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SY9497 (Lat: 50.780462, Lng: -2.0774633)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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