Bell Copse

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Bell Copse

Spine Road (West), heading west — Spine Road (West), heading west Credit: Robin Webster

Bell Copse is a charming woodland area located in the picturesque county of Wiltshire, England. Covering an expansive area of approximately 30 acres, this beautiful copse is renowned for its serene and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

Situated just a few miles outside the historic town of Marlborough, Bell Copse is easily accessible and attracts visitors from near and far. The copse is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense and lush canopy overhead, providing shelter and a habitat for a plethora of wildlife.

The forest floor is carpeted with a diverse range of flora, such as bluebells, wild garlic, and ferns, adding a vibrant burst of color to the woodland during the spring and summer months. This rich variety of plant life attracts a wide array of bird species, including woodpeckers, thrushes, and warblers, making it a paradise for birdwatchers.

In addition to its natural beauty, Bell Copse also boasts several well-maintained walking paths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the woods at their own pace. The copse is also home to a small picnic area, providing the perfect spot for visitors to relax and enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings.

Overall, Bell Copse offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing visitors with a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and enjoy the peaceful ambiance of this enchanting woodland.

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Bell Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.650297/-1.944233 or Grid Reference SU0394. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Spine Road (West), heading west

Spine Road (West), heading west

Water Lane, Somerford Keynes

Water Lane, Somerford Keynes

Water Lane, Somerford Keynes

Water Lane, Somerford Keynes

Bend in the road, Somerford Keynes The junction to the left beyond the parked cars is with Mill Lane, which gives access to the Thames Path.

Bend in the road, Somerford Keynes

The junction to the left beyond the parked cars is with Mill Lane, which gives access to the Thames Path.

Access path from the road to Mill Lane, Somerford Keynes Opposite this path, across the road, is a road that forms part of the Thames Path.

Access path from the road to Mill Lane, Somerford Keynes

Opposite this path, across the road, is a road that forms part of the Thames Path.

New access road to the Lower Mill Estate, Somerford Keynes The estate lies between the youthful River Thames and the gravel pit lakes prevalent in this area.

New access road to the Lower Mill Estate, Somerford Keynes

The estate lies between the youthful River Thames and the gravel pit lakes prevalent in this area.

Bend in the youthful River Thames beside the Thames Path, Somerford Keynes I hesitate to describe this as a &quot;meander&quot; - which would be the usual term for a bend in the river, as the course has been so heavily &quot;managed&quot; in this area.

Bend in the youthful River Thames beside the Thames Path, Somerford Keynes

I hesitate to describe this as a "meander" - which would be the usual term for a bend in the river, as the course has been so heavily "managed" in this area.

The Thames Path - approaching where the tarmac ends, Somerford Keynes

The Thames Path - approaching where the tarmac ends, Somerford Keynes

Gated road to Lower Mill Estate, Somerford Keynes The photo was taken from a bridge over the youthful River Thames <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7078594">SU0294 : The youthful River Thames seen from a bridge to the Lower Mill Estate, Somerford Keynes</a>.

Gated road to Lower Mill Estate, Somerford Keynes

The photo was taken from a bridge over the youthful River Thames SU0294 : The youthful River Thames seen from a bridge to the Lower Mill Estate, Somerford Keynes.

The youthful River Thames seen from a bridge to the Lower Mill Estate, Somerford Keynes

The youthful River Thames seen from a bridge to the Lower Mill Estate, Somerford Keynes

Footbridge over the River Thames, on the Thames Path near Somerford Keynes

Footbridge over the River Thames, on the Thames Path near Somerford Keynes

Bridge over the River Thames, seen from the Thames Path, near Somerford Keynes

Bridge over the River Thames, seen from the Thames Path, near Somerford Keynes

The River Thames seen from a bridge, near Somerford Keynes This bridge intersects with the Thames Path.

The River Thames seen from a bridge, near Somerford Keynes

This bridge intersects with the Thames Path.

Footbridge and track bridge across the River Thames, near Ashton Keynes The footpath is the Thames Path.

Footbridge and track bridge across the River Thames, near Ashton Keynes

The footpath is the Thames Path.

Footbridge seen from beside track bridge over the River Thames, near Ashton Keynes

Footbridge seen from beside track bridge over the River Thames, near Ashton Keynes

Junction of track with the Thames Path, near Ashton Keynes

Junction of track with the Thames Path, near Ashton Keynes

Stream that drains from the River Thames, near Ashton Keynes This is part of the extensive management of this watery area. The river is bounded on either side by former gravel pits, now lakes. The stream in the photo appears to contain a higher volume of water than what remained in the young River Thames. When we arrived at Ashton Keynes and saw the course of the river, it became clear why this level of management is needed. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7078688">SU0494 : The River Thames takes a man-made course through Ashton Keynes</a>

Stream that drains from the River Thames, near Ashton Keynes

This is part of the extensive management of this watery area. The river is bounded on either side by former gravel pits, now lakes. The stream in the photo appears to contain a higher volume of water than what remained in the young River Thames. When we arrived at Ashton Keynes and saw the course of the river, it became clear why this level of management is needed. SU0494 : The River Thames takes a man-made course through Ashton Keynes

Approaching the road, along the Thames Path at Ashton Keynes

Approaching the road, along the Thames Path at Ashton Keynes

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Bell Copse is located at Grid Ref: SU0394 (Lat: 51.650297, Lng: -1.944233)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.650297,-1.944233

Barrier: stile

Lat/Long: 51.6527693/-1.9444138

Hiking: yes

Information: guidepost

Source: GPS

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 51.6461033/-1.9419985

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 08:45

Post Box Mounting: brick_pillar

Post Box Type: wall

Ref: SN6 102

Royal Cypher: VR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102356

Lat/Long: 51.6518621/-1.9389984

Addr City: Swindon

Addr Housename: Ashocombe House

Addr Village: Ashton Keynes

Lat/Long: 51.6512904/-1.9392908

Addr City: Swindon

Addr Housename: The Croft

Addr Street: Cox's Hill

Addr Village: Ashton Keynes

Lat/Long: 51.64819/-1.9380569

Fixme: incomplete

Lat/Long: 51.6459948/-1.9422285

Waterway: weir

Lat/Long: 51.6459295/-1.9451441

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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