Joseph Ashe Copse
Wood, Forest in Staffordshire
England
Joseph Ashe Copse
Joseph Ashe Copse is a woodland area located in Staffordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its high ecological value and diverse range of flora and fauna.
The copse is characterized by its dense woodland, consisting primarily of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and birch. These trees create a rich canopy, providing shade and shelter for a variety of plants and animals. The forest floor is covered with a thick layer of leaf litter, creating a habitat for insects, fungi, and small mammals.
The copse is intersected by several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty. These trails wind through the woodland, providing opportunities for nature observation and birdwatching. The area is particularly known for its resident bird species, including woodpeckers, song thrushes, and owls.
In addition to its ecological importance, Joseph Ashe Copse also holds historical significance. The woodland was once part of a larger forest that covered much of the Staffordshire area. Today, it stands as a remnant of this ancient forest and offers a glimpse into its past.
Managed by the local conservation authority, Joseph Ashe Copse is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Its tranquil atmosphere, diverse wildlife, and scenic beauty make it a haven for those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
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Joseph Ashe Copse Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 52.546792/-2.0142311 or Grid Reference SO9994. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Lally's Newsagent, Friar Park, Wednesbury
This row of shops at the canted corner of Carrington Road and School Road is dated 1934. Most have been demolished, leaving a jagged edge at the right of the photo. In the foreground can be seen one of the Friar Road estate's fine lime trees. For more on Friar Park, see SP0194 : Carrington Road, Friar Park, Wednesbury.
St Francis of Assisi church, Friar Park, Wednesbury
This vast Church of England parish church dominates the Friar Park estate, forming a focal point to the avenue of Carrington Road SP0194 : Carrington Road, Friar Park, Wednesbury. It was built 1938-41, of brick faced with pink sandstone. The architects were Harvey & Wicks of Birmingham, the builders the local firm of Dallows, assisted by Italian prisoners of war, who apparently painted frescos on the interior. The church is Grade II listed; see the Historic England site Link
, also the church website Link .
The style is Italian Romanesque, appropriately for St Francis of Assisi, just as the friar Francis is appropriate to Friar Park. The large gilded statue atop the tower jars, however, with 'Il Poverello', 'the little poor one', as the saint was known. He is depicted preaching to the birds, as in the famous story recounted by St Bonaventure, with two of them perching on his hands. He has since been fitted with bird spikes, however, to keep real live ones from landing on him. Clearly love of God's creation has its limits.
, also the church website Link .
The style is Italian Romanesque, appropriately for St Francis of Assisi, just as the friar Francis is appropriate to Friar Park. The large gilded statue atop the tower jars, however, with 'Il Poverello', 'the little poor one', as the saint was known. He is depicted preaching to the birds, as in the famous story recounted by St Bonaventure, with two of them perching on his hands. He has since been fitted with bird spikes, however, to keep real live ones from landing on him. Clearly love of God's creation has its limits.
St Francis of Assisi church and vicarage, Friar Park, Wednesbury
The church SP0094 : St Francis of Assisi church, Friar Park, Wednesbury and its handsome vicarage are seen here from Freeman Road.
The River Tame seen from Crankhall Lane bridge, Wednesbury
This is the Oldbury arm of the Tame, looking upstream on a very wet spring day. It is flowing northwards, toward the viewer, on its way to join the other, Willenhall or Wolverhampton, branch of the Tame near Bescot. On the West Midlands River Tame see Wikipedia Link .
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Friar Park
The central boulevard of this council estate - that shares its name with George Harrison's stately pile - looking west past the shops towards the Church of the Ascension. Do F1 drivers come here to practise chicanes?
Heath Lane Hospital
This hospital in Heath Lane specialises in care for those with learning disabilities and in need of complex health care.
West Bromwich Manor House
Seen late on a January afternoon this timber framed building was erected by the de Marnham family in the late 13th century. At that time this was their agricultural estate in what is today West Bromwich. Of the original complex only the Great Hall survives. It was heavily extended and modernised over the years to the extent that in 1790 it was described as “a large pile of irregular half-timbered buildings, black and white, and surrounded with numerous out-houses and lofty walls.”
By the 1950s it was hidden behind cladding and plastering and narrowly escaped demolition in the 1950s. Fortunately however West Bromwich Corporation carried out an extensive and sympathetic restoration and the Manor House is now a bar and restaurant.
Joseph Ashe Copse is located at Grid Ref: SO9994 (Lat: 52.546792, Lng: -2.0142311)
Unitary Authority: Sandwell
Police Authority: West Midlands
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