Sweetnut Wood

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Sweetnut Wood

Pastures at Brickfield Farm A farm near East Coulston.  Much of this area is arable, but here there are cattle pastures.
This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Castle Cary at 1550.
Pastures at Brickfield Farm Credit: Graham Horn

Sweetnut Wood is a charming forest located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, this woodland is a haven for nature enthusiasts and provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The wood is predominantly composed of native deciduous trees such as oak, beech, and ash, creating a picturesque landscape that changes dramatically with the seasons. In spring, the forest floor comes alive with a carpet of bluebells and wild garlic, adding a vibrant splash of color to the surroundings. During autumn, the trees transform into a glorious tapestry of red, orange, and gold, creating a mesmerizing spectacle for visitors.

Sweetnut Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and an array of bird species. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds throughout the year. The forest provides a rich habitat for these creatures, with numerous fallen logs and dense undergrowth serving as ideal nesting sites and hiding places.

The wood is crisscrossed with well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These trails wind through sun-dappled glades, over babbling brooks, and under the canopy of ancient trees. With its peaceful ambiance and unspoiled beauty, Sweetnut Wood is a popular spot for walkers, joggers, and families seeking outdoor adventures.

Overall, Sweetnut Wood in Wiltshire offers a picturesque natural retreat, combining stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and a tranquil atmosphere. It is a must-visit destination for those seeking solace in nature and a chance to connect with the great outdoors.

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Sweetnut Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.283877/-2.0673841 or Grid Reference ST9553. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pastures at Brickfield Farm A farm near East Coulston.  Much of this area is arable, but here there are cattle pastures.
This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Castle Cary at 1550.
Pastures at Brickfield Farm
A farm near East Coulston. Much of this area is arable, but here there are cattle pastures. This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Castle Cary at 1550.
Pastures near Newtown Farm Much of this area is arable, but here there are cattle pastures.
This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Castle Cary at 1550.
Pastures near Newtown Farm
Much of this area is arable, but here there are cattle pastures. This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Castle Cary at 1550.
West Wiltshire : grassy field A grassy field with hay bales in the sun.
West Wiltshire : grassy field
A grassy field with hay bales in the sun.
West Wiltshire : Grassy Field Grassy fields in West Wiltshire near Coulston as seen by a passing train.
West Wiltshire : Grassy Field
Grassy fields in West Wiltshire near Coulston as seen by a passing train.
West Wiltshire : grassy field A grassy field and its surrounding countryside.
West Wiltshire : grassy field
A grassy field and its surrounding countryside.
Looking from Stoke Hill over the woods  Towards Cheverell Hill Farm.
Looking from Stoke Hill over the woods
Towards Cheverell Hill Farm.
Dog walkers on Stoke Hill Approaching the 'Danger Area'.
Dog walkers on Stoke Hill
Approaching the 'Danger Area'.
Autumn leaves in Hill Wood Looking down through Hill Wood from Pear Tree Hill.
Autumn leaves in Hill Wood
Looking down through Hill Wood from Pear Tree Hill.
The track at the top of Hill Wood Heading towards Stoke Hill.
The track at the top of Hill Wood
Heading towards Stoke Hill.
Lane near Coulston A lane winds past farm buildings, seen from a train on the Westbury - Pewsey railway line.
Lane near Coulston
A lane winds past farm buildings, seen from a train on the Westbury - Pewsey railway line.
Farmland, Newtown Farm Trees along an intermittent hedge reinforced with a fence. Newtown Farm is in the centre background. On the left are buildings at South Farm. View from a passing train on the line from Westbury to Pewsey.
Farmland, Newtown Farm
Trees along an intermittent hedge reinforced with a fence. Newtown Farm is in the centre background. On the left are buildings at South Farm. View from a passing train on the line from Westbury to Pewsey.
Field near Coulston Sizable open fields alternate in this area with small bocage-like meadows, usually by watercourses, as in this case. There are small streams along both sides of this field, and they eventually flow into the Semington Brook. View from a train on the main line between Pewsey and Westbury.
Field near Coulston
Sizable open fields alternate in this area with small bocage-like meadows, usually by watercourses, as in this case. There are small streams along both sides of this field, and they eventually flow into the Semington Brook. View from a train on the main line between Pewsey and Westbury.
Farmland near Great Cheverell Seen from a train on the Westbury - Pewsey main line. The nearer trees are following a small drainage channel. Cheverell Wood is in the background on the right.
Farmland near Great Cheverell
Seen from a train on the Westbury - Pewsey main line. The nearer trees are following a small drainage channel. Cheverell Wood is in the background on the right.
The B3098 through Erlestoke The George and Dragon pub is on the left.
The B3098 through Erlestoke
The George and Dragon pub is on the left.
Earlestoke parish church Seems to be a hole in the wall.
Earlestoke parish church
Seems to be a hole in the wall.
High street Earlestoke
High street Earlestoke
Edington 878 878-the site of King Alfred's battle with the Danes (or so they say)
Edington 878
878-the site of King Alfred's battle with the Danes (or so they say)
Railway bridge and minor road The bridge takes the Reading to Taunton line over this minor road.
Railway bridge and minor road
The bridge takes the Reading to Taunton line over this minor road.
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Sweetnut Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST9553 (Lat: 51.283877, Lng: -2.0673841)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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///thrashed.tune.marbles. Near Erlestoke, Wiltshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.283877,-2.0673841
Coulston
Place: village
Lat/Long: 51.2858491/-2.073102
Community Centre
Coulston Village Hall
Community Centre: village_hall
Lat/Long: 51.2863709/-2.0716481
Golf: pin
Lat/Long: 51.2857388/-2.0615006
Golf: pin
Lat/Long: 51.2818463/-2.0634521
Golf: pin
Lat/Long: 51.2868745/-2.0632539
Public Bookcase
Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Defibrillator Location: inside old red phone box (now used as book exchange) next to Coulston VIllage Hall
Disused Amenity: telephone
Emergency: defibrillator
Man Made: telephone_box
Public Bookcase Type: phone_box
Lat/Long: 51.2864107/-2.0715867
Poles: bipole
Power: pole
Source: bing
Transformer: distribution
Lat/Long: 51.2860207/-2.0720011
Power: pole
Source: bing
Lat/Long: 51.2865978/-2.0724517
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