Strawberry Coppice

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Strawberry Coppice

St Mary’s Church, Long Crichel Now redundant, and in the care of the charity “Friends of Friendless Churches”.
St Mary’s Church, Long Crichel Credit: David Martin

Strawberry Coppice is a beautiful woodland area located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated near the village of Corfe Mullen and covers an area of approximately 100 acres. The coppice is a mixture of broadleaf trees, predominantly oak and beech, with some areas also featuring birch and hazel.

The woodland is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to 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 stunning display during the spring months. The trees provide a habitat for numerous bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, as well as small mammals like squirrels and hedgehogs.

Strawberry Coppice is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. The paths wind through the woodland, providing opportunities to observe the diverse wildlife and admire the natural beauty of the surroundings.

The coppice also has historical significance, as it was once used as a source of timber for local industries. Some remnants of the past can still be seen, such as old saw pits and charcoal hearths. These remnants serve as a reminder of the area's industrial heritage and add to the charm and character of the woodland.

Overall, Strawberry Coppice is a captivating woodland that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and historical features make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to connect with nature and explore the enchanting woodlands of Dorset.

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Strawberry Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.877328/-2.0455875 or Grid Reference ST9608. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Mary’s Church, Long Crichel Now redundant, and in the care of the charity “Friends of Friendless Churches”.
St Mary’s Church, Long Crichel
Now redundant, and in the care of the charity “Friends of Friendless Churches”.
St Mary’s Church, Long Crichel Now redundant, and in the care of the charity “Friends of Friendless Churches”.
St Mary’s Church, Long Crichel
Now redundant, and in the care of the charity “Friends of Friendless Churches”.
Long Crichel church St. Mary's is grade II listed, Victorian apart from the 15th century tower.
Long Crichel church
St. Mary's is grade II listed, Victorian apart from the 15th century tower.
Tarrant Monkton, Common Drove Former drove road from downland to the village; now a restricted byway.
Tarrant Monkton, Common Drove
Former drove road from downland to the village; now a restricted byway.
Tarrant Monkton, Turner's Lane Byway and farm road from the village to downland.
Tarrant Monkton, Turner's Lane
Byway and farm road from the village to downland.
Tarrant Monkton, trough Currently disused, as it is in a stubble field; looking down the Tarrant Valley towards the village.
Tarrant Monkton, trough
Currently disused, as it is in a stubble field; looking down the Tarrant Valley towards the village.
Tarrant Monkton, marker Ahead, the bridleway towards Launceston Down.
Tarrant Monkton, marker
Ahead, the bridleway towards Launceston Down.
Long Crichel, bridleway Through Launceston Wood, towards Launceston Down.
Long Crichel, bridleway
Through Launceston Wood, towards Launceston Down.
Long Crichel, reservoir
Long Crichel, reservoir
Long Crichel, rape field Some plants are already in flower, despite the season.
Long Crichel, rape field
Some plants are already in flower, despite the season.
Long Crichel, bridleway junction Ahead, to Launceston Down; right, towards Woodlands.
Long Crichel, bridleway junction
Ahead, to Launceston Down; right, towards Woodlands.
Long Crichel, track Through a strip of woodland.
Long Crichel, track
Through a strip of woodland.
Long Crichel, farm road Farm road and bridleway, towards Woodlands.
Long Crichel, farm road
Farm road and bridleway, towards Woodlands.
Long Crichel, woodland Many of the local downland high points have been planted with blocks or lines of woodland, presumably as windbreaks, and now used as game bird coverts.
Long Crichel, woodland
Many of the local downland high points have been planted with blocks or lines of woodland, presumably as windbreaks, and now used as game bird coverts.
Long Crichel, maize stubble Many of the local fields have strips of stubble that have not been ploughed in, and are used as coverts for game birds - note the feeders.
Long Crichel, maize stubble
Many of the local fields have strips of stubble that have not been ploughed in, and are used as coverts for game birds - note the feeders.
Long Crichel, bridleway Bridleway and farm track, heading towards Moor Crichel alongside cereal fields.
Long Crichel, bridleway
Bridleway and farm track, heading towards Moor Crichel alongside cereal fields.
Long Crichel, bridleway junction Left, to Long Crichel; right, to Moor Crichel.
Long Crichel, bridleway junction
Left, to Long Crichel; right, to Moor Crichel.
Long Crichel, marker & notice The bridleway to Moor Crichel takes a sharp left turn here; ahead is a private farm road.
Long Crichel, marker & notice
The bridleway to Moor Crichel takes a sharp left turn here; ahead is a private farm road.
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Strawberry Coppice is located at Grid Ref: ST9608 (Lat: 50.877328, Lng: -2.0455875)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

What 3 Words

///worker.devalued.equality. Near Pimperne, Dorset

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