Collier's Knap

Wood, Forest in Worcestershire Wychavon

England

Collier's Knap

Turning area at the eastern end of High Street, Broadway Broadway&#039;s High Street east of Leamington Road is a dead end street for motor vehicles.
Several tourist coaches passed me today as I was approaching this turning area.
For them, using this area was the easiest way to turn around on High Street. — Turning area at the eastern end of High Street, Broadway Credit: Jaggery

Collier's Knap, located in Worcestershire, England, is a picturesque woodland area that offers visitors a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This ancient forest, also known as Collier's Wood, is situated within the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, adding to its allure.

Covering approximately 20 hectares, Collier's Knap is adorned with a diverse range of flora and fauna. The woodland is predominantly made up of native broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, birch, and beech, which provide a stunning canopy of greenery throughout the year. The forest floor is adorned with a plethora of wildflowers, such as bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, creating a vibrant and enchanting atmosphere.

The forest is intersected by a network of footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These trails lead visitors through sun-dappled glades, babbling brooks, and serene ponds, providing ample opportunities for nature enthusiasts to spot a variety of wildlife. Squirrels, foxes, badgers, and a wide array of bird species, including woodpeckers and nuthatches, can often be spotted within the woodland.

Collier's Knap is not only a haven for nature lovers but also a site of historical significance. The forest has a rich mining heritage, with evidence of coal mining dating back to the 13th century. Visitors can still see remnants of old mine workings, adding an intriguing historical dimension to their exploration.

Overall, Collier's Knap in Worcestershire is a captivating woodland retreat, offering a harmonious blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and historical charm. Whether one seeks a peaceful stroll, a family picnic, or an educational experience, this enchanting forest has something to offer for everyone.

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Collier's Knap Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.039576/-1.8431427 or Grid Reference SP1037. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Turning area at the eastern end of High Street, Broadway

Broadway's High Street east of Leamington Road is a dead end street for motor vehicles. Several tourist coaches passed me today as I was approaching this turning area. For them, using this area was the easiest way to turn around on High Street.

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No turning area ahead sign east of High Street, Broadway

Viewed from the edge of this Link turning area.

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Locked entrance gate to a Severn Trent Water site, Broadway

Near the turning area Link at the eastern end of High Street. The nameboard on the left shows Severn Trent Water Worcester District Broadway. Maps show that the site contains covered reservoirs.

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Fish Hill underpass, Broadway

A public footpath towards Chipping Campden passes under the A44 Fish Hill.

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Public footpath junction, Broadway

A nearby signpost shows that the path ahead is towards Chipping Campden. The right turn is towards The Fish.

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Kissing gate across a public footpath, Broadway

Between the far side of this A44 underpass Link and a path junction. Link

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Gently sloping ground, Broadway

Ascending from the north side of this Link path junction.

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Covered reservoir in the east of Broadway

Viewed over the perimeter fence of the Severn Trent Water site.

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Public footpath towards an underpass, Broadway

This is the Broadway side of a public footpath towards Chipping Campden. The underpass Link is below the A44 Fish Hill.

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Pillared and domed structure over a bench in a Broadway garden

Giving protection from rain falling vertically, but not from wind-blown rain.

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Double white lines on a dead-end road east of High Street, Broadway

In 2016, this road ends about 300 metres ahead, near the A44 Fish Hill. Old maps show that this used to be a through road, before the construction of the current route of the A44. This road appears to be where a few visitors to Broadway choose to park a car for free, to avoid using the pay and display car parks in the village, though this location is nearly a kilometre from the village centre.

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Thames Water van in Severn Trent Water territory, Broadway

I don't know where the northern edge of the Thames Water area is, but it must be some way south of this point in SE Worcestershire. The Thames Water van is parked near an entrance Link to a Severn Trent Water site.

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Sheep in a Broadway field

Viewed from a field gate on the north side of the turning area Link at the eastern end of High Street.

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Eastern end of High Street, Broadway

High Street Broadway ends at this turning area. On the right, the narrow road beyond the turning area is a dead end.

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White arrow on High Street, Broadway

On the approach to the turning area Link at the eastern end of High Street.

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Flood alleviation work at the eastern end of High Street, Broadway

Viewed on May 1st 2016. A nearby temporary sign shows Flood alleviation work on behalf of Worcestershire Highways.

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L Lynch excavator at the edge of High Street, Broadway

Viewed on May 1st 2016. A nearby temporary sign shows Flood alleviation work on behalf of Worcestershire Highways. L Lynch (Lynch Plant Hire) are specialists who provide self-drive and operated plant hire to a variety of sectors within the construction industry.

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