Touching Head Copse

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Touching Head Copse

Bend in Catherine Ford Lane
Bend in Catherine Ford Lane Credit: David Martin

Touching Head Copse is a picturesque wood located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 30 acres, it is a charming forest that offers visitors a tranquil and immersive natural experience.

The copse is primarily composed of a diverse range of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash. These majestic trees provide a dense canopy, creating a shaded and cool environment, especially during hot summer months. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, ferns, and moss, adding a touch of vibrant color to the woodland.

The copse is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. These paths wind through the trees, revealing glimpses of sunlight streaming through the foliage and creating a magical atmosphere. Birdsong fills the air, and keen observers may spot various woodland creatures such as squirrels, rabbits, and deer.

Touching Head Copse is also home to a small stream that meanders through the wood, adding a serene and soothing element to the overall ambiance. The sound of trickling water provides a calming soundtrack, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and reflection.

Managed by a local conservation group, the copse is well-preserved and protected, ensuring the continued existence of this natural gem for generations to come. It serves as an important habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna, contributing to the biodiversity of the region.

Overall, Touching Head Copse offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, providing a sanctuary where visitors can connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of the English countryside.

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Touching Head Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.059997/-2.0052432 or Grid Reference ST9928. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bend in Catherine Ford Lane
Bend in Catherine Ford Lane
'The Greater Good, Fovant
'The Greater Good, Fovant
Lush roadside vegetation at Ham Cross
Lush roadside vegetation at Ham Cross
Path descending towards Sutton Mandeville Mill Fovant Badges just visible on the far hillside.
Path descending towards Sutton Mandeville Mill
Fovant Badges just visible on the far hillside.
Path approaching Sutton Mandeville Mill
Path approaching Sutton Mandeville Mill
Farm buildings at Sutton Mandeville
Farm buildings at Sutton Mandeville
Thatched house at Sutton Mandeville
Thatched house at Sutton Mandeville
Field at Sutton Mandeville
Field at Sutton Mandeville
Fields and woodland west of Fovant
Fields and woodland west of Fovant
Triangular green at Fovant
Triangular green at Fovant
Shady footbridge and stream at Fovant
Shady footbridge and stream at Fovant
Shady stream at Fovant
Shady stream at Fovant
Field below Catherine Ford Lane
Field below Catherine Ford Lane
'The Stalls'
'The Stalls'
Minor road near Teffont Evias The minor road passes the farm buildings of Ley Farm.  There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the angle of the barn.
Minor road near Teffont Evias
The minor road passes the farm buildings of Ley Farm. There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the angle of the barn.
Bench Mark, Ley Farm The bench mark is to be found on the south east angle of the building.  For a view of the building <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2334338">ST9830 : Minor road near Teffont Evias</a> and for further information on the bench mark and others in the area <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm37438" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm37438">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Bench Mark, Ley Farm
The bench mark is to be found on the south east angle of the building. For a view of the building ST9830 : Minor road near Teffont Evias and for further information on the bench mark and others in the area LinkExternal link
Tree belt, Fovant The sun's gone and the footpath hasn't been reinstated - all a bit gloomy. The trees shown form a right-angled shelter belt around the east side of this field.
Tree belt, Fovant
The sun's gone and the footpath hasn't been reinstated - all a bit gloomy. The trees shown form a right-angled shelter belt around the east side of this field.
Fovant Free Church As explained at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4556530">SU0028 : Fovant Free Church</a> this Congregational chapel is very hard to photograph; this view is from the confined churchyard on the south side of the building. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1146131" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1146131">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Fovant Free Church
As explained at SU0028 : Fovant Free Church this Congregational chapel is very hard to photograph; this view is from the confined churchyard on the south side of the building. LinkExternal link
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Touching Head Copse is located at Grid Ref: ST9928 (Lat: 51.059997, Lng: -2.0052432)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

What 3 Words

///sheepish.dolly.glad. Near Dinton, Wiltshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.059997,-2.0052432
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: SP3 28D
Royal Cypher: VR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102356
Lat/Long: 51.0614165/-2.0070176
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.0620137/-2.009725
Bus Stop
Sutton Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 4600WIA12482
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Clays Orchard
Naptan Indicator: NE-bound
Naptan NaptanCode: wilatapw
Naptan Street: Sutton Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 51.0619549/-2.006498
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.0636099/-2.0023735
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.0636463/-2.0033244
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.0637049/-2.0041862
Access: private
Ele: 128
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 51.0581491/-2.0069115
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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