Scrubbity Coppice

Wood, Forest in Dorset

England

Scrubbity Coppice

Path on track at New Town The track is a dead end which serves cottages on the upper edge of the settlement, but the footpath continues round the hillside.
Path on track at New Town Credit: David Martin

Scrubbity Coppice is a charming woodland located in the county of Dorset, England. This ancient forest covers an area of approximately 50 acres and is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. The coppice is situated on the outskirts of a small village, providing a tranquil retreat for both locals and visitors alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of a mixture of deciduous and evergreen trees, including oak, beech, and pine. These towering trees create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a wide range of flora and fauna. Wildflowers such as bluebells and primroses carpet the forest floor during the spring, adding bursts of vibrant color to the landscape.

Scattered throughout the coppice are several well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the forest at their own pace. These paths wind through the trees, leading to hidden clearings, babbling brooks, and small ponds teeming with aquatic life. The forest also boasts a small picnic area near the entrance, providing a perfect spot for visitors to rest and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

In addition to its natural beauty, Scrubbity Coppice is a haven for wildlife. The forest is home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. Deer, foxes, and squirrels can often be spotted darting through the undergrowth, while butterflies and dragonflies flit around the sun-dappled glades.

Overall, Scrubbity Coppice is a picturesque woodland that offers a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you seek a peaceful stroll, a picnic with loved ones, or a chance to immerse yourself in nature, this enchanting forest is sure to captivate your senses.

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Scrubbity Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.961281/-2.0426087 or Grid Reference ST9717. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path on track at New Town The track is a dead end which serves cottages on the upper edge of the settlement, but the footpath continues round the hillside.
Path on track at New Town
The track is a dead end which serves cottages on the upper edge of the settlement, but the footpath continues round the hillside.
Lane at New Town
Lane at New Town
Track junction, Chase Woods Staplefoot Road (foreground) meets Longcroft Road (footpath BSJO 19) in Bridmore Green, on the north-western side of the woods.
Track junction, Chase Woods
Staplefoot Road (foreground) meets Longcroft Road (footpath BSJO 19) in Bridmore Green, on the north-western side of the woods.
Longcroft Road Footpath BSJO 19 follows this track through Long Croft in Chase Woods.
Longcroft Road
Footpath BSJO 19 follows this track through Long Croft in Chase Woods.
Chase Avenue Crossing Longcroft Road, which I am following. Chase Avenue is one of a pair of beech avenues created by Augustus Pitt Rivers as an extension to his Rushmore estate in the late C19.
Chase Avenue
Crossing Longcroft Road, which I am following. Chase Avenue is one of a pair of beech avenues created by Augustus Pitt Rivers as an extension to his Rushmore estate in the late C19.
Path, Great Shaftesbury Coppice Approaching the forest edge shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4544846">ST9718 : Little Shaftesbury Coppice</a>.
Path, Great Shaftesbury Coppice
Approaching the forest edge shown in ST9718 : Little Shaftesbury Coppice.
Track by Great Shaftesbury Coppice Bridleway E52 23 runs alongside the edge of Chase Woods. This looks in the other direction from the same spot as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4544846">ST9718 : Little Shaftesbury Coppice</a>.
Track by Great Shaftesbury Coppice
Bridleway E52 23 runs alongside the edge of Chase Woods. This looks in the other direction from the same spot as ST9718 : Little Shaftesbury Coppice.
Shire Rack The path follows the county boundary between Dorset and Wiltshire.
Shire Rack
The path follows the county boundary between Dorset and Wiltshire.
Shire Rack The path follows the county boundary between Dorset and Wiltshire, although since it is a Dorset path (E52 30) the boundary must be on the left side.
Shire Rack
The path follows the county boundary between Dorset and Wiltshire, although since it is a Dorset path (E52 30) the boundary must be on the left side.
Longcroft Road The track is followed here by footpath E52 26 as it begins to near Newtown, traversing Chase Woods for about three kilometres.
Longcroft Road
The track is followed here by footpath E52 26 as it begins to near Newtown, traversing Chase Woods for about three kilometres.
Lane, Newtown Continuing the line of Longcroft road through Chase Woods. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4545300">ST9818 : Houses at Newtown</a> was taken just a little further along this lane.
Lane, Newtown
Continuing the line of Longcroft road through Chase Woods. ST9818 : Houses at Newtown was taken just a little further along this lane.
Parkland east of Oakley Lane Part of Rushmore Park.
Parkland east of Oakley Lane
Part of Rushmore Park.
B3081 looking east Heading towards Sixpenny Handley.
B3081 looking east
Heading towards Sixpenny Handley.
Rushmore Park, avenue The remains of a once fine avenue of beech trees, at the southern entrance to the estate.
Rushmore Park, avenue
The remains of a once fine avenue of beech trees, at the southern entrance to the estate.
Rushmore Park, avenue A once fine avenue of beech trees leading from South Lodge. Several have disappeared or are in poor condition.
Rushmore Park, avenue
A once fine avenue of beech trees leading from South Lodge. Several have disappeared or are in poor condition.
Rushmore Park, platform Possibly used for watching equestrian events.
Rushmore Park, platform
Possibly used for watching equestrian events.
Rushmore Park, gate Entering Pollards Wood, on the path to Shermel Gate.
Rushmore Park, gate
Entering Pollards Wood, on the path to Shermel Gate.
Rushmore Park, footpath Through Pollards Wood, on the way to Shermel Gate; part of Hardy Way.
Rushmore Park, footpath
Through Pollards Wood, on the way to Shermel Gate; part of Hardy Way.
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Scrubbity Coppice is located at Grid Ref: ST9717 (Lat: 50.961281, Lng: -2.0426087)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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