Bayton's Coppice

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Bayton's Coppice

Tarrant Monkton, Common Drove Former drove road from downland to the village; now a restricted byway.
Tarrant Monkton, Common Drove Credit: Mike Faherty

Bayton's Coppice is a beautiful woodland located in Dorset, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. The woodland is primarily composed of deciduous trees, with a diverse range of species such as oak, beech, and ash, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem.

The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells during springtime, providing a stunning visual spectacle. This attracts a plethora of wildlife, including numerous species of birds, butterflies, and small mammals. The forest is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, with many rare and protected species finding refuge within its boundaries.

Bayton's Coppice offers several walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquil surroundings. These paths are well-maintained, making the woodland accessible to people of all ages and physical abilities. Along the trails, visitors can discover enchanting glades, babbling brooks, and hidden clearings, enhancing the sense of adventure and exploration.

The forest is managed by local conservation organizations, ensuring the preservation of its natural beauty and biodiversity. Educational programs and guided tours are offered to visitors, providing valuable insight into the importance of woodland ecosystems and the efforts taken to protect them.

Bayton's Coppice is a cherished gem within Dorset, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, wildlife spotting, or simply enjoying the peace and tranquility, this woodland is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking to reconnect with the natural world.

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Bayton's Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.874387/-2.0455704 or Grid Reference ST9608. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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, 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, 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.
Long Crichel, maize stubble Many local fields have strips of stubble not ploughed in, kept as coverts for game birds.
Long Crichel, maize stubble
Many local fields have strips of stubble not ploughed in, kept as coverts for game birds.
Long Crichel, bridleway Bridleway and farm track, heading towards Moor Crichel. Technically, the bridleway is shown 50m to the South, but riders use this track in preference.
Long Crichel, bridleway
Bridleway and farm track, heading towards Moor Crichel. Technically, the bridleway is shown 50m to the South, but riders use this track in preference.
Long Crichel, minor road From Long Crichel to Manswood and Witchampton.
Long Crichel, minor road
From Long Crichel to Manswood and Witchampton.
Moor Crichel, gate & marker At the northern end of Coutman's Croft, on the bridleway to Manswood.
Moor Crichel, gate & marker
At the northern end of Coutman's Croft, on the bridleway to Manswood.
Moor Crichel, Coutman's Croft Woodland, on the bridleway to Long Crichel. The northern end of the croft is still recognisably hazel coppice; here, scrub has developed, as a covert for game birds.
Moor Crichel, Coutman's Croft
Woodland, on the bridleway to Long Crichel. The northern end of the croft is still recognisably hazel coppice; here, scrub has developed, as a covert for game birds.
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Bayton's Coppice is located at Grid Ref: ST9608 (Lat: 50.874387, Lng: -2.0455704)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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