Home Copse

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Home Copse

Home Copse is a small wood located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated near the town of Marlborough, it covers an area of approximately 50 acres. The copse is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, including oak, ash, and beech, with an understory of shrubs and wildflowers.

The woodland is known for its natural beauty and serves as a habitat for a variety of wildlife species. It provides a safe shelter for numerous bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds, which can be heard throughout the year. Additionally, the copse is home to small mammals like foxes, badgers, and rabbits, as well as a diverse range of insects and butterflies.

Home Copse offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it a popular spot for local residents and nature enthusiasts. It provides opportunities for leisurely walks and nature trails, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the serene surroundings. The copse is also a great place for photography and nature observation, with its picturesque scenery and abundance of flora and fauna.

Maintained by the local council, Home Copse is well-preserved, with clear pathways and seating areas for visitors to rest and enjoy the natural surroundings. The copse is accessible year-round, with parking facilities available nearby. It is an ideal destination for individuals seeking a peaceful retreat and a chance to connect with nature in the heart of Wiltshire.

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Home Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.074217/-1.733876 or Grid Reference SU1830. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Four Cottages

David Martin

Oilseed rape field south of Pitton Lodge

David Martin

Down and forest, Pitton

The trees in the foreground are along the byway descending to Pitton.

Andrew Smith

Four Cottages

The hamlet is known as four cottages. It consists of farm buildings and a row of estate workers' cottages. Seen from the edge of the woodland to the west.

Graham Horn

Tracks in Pitton Copse

There are many tracks through the copse but only one public footpath.

Graham Horn

Track at Four Cottages

Access track leading north from Four Cottages, by Pitton Copse.

Chris Heaton

WWII Wiltshire - airfield bombing decoy control bunker, Pitton (1)

- Airfield Bombing Decoy (Q and K sites): DoB ID: e18662 The control bunker of a 'Q' & 'K' site bombing decoy lies within a very overgrown patch of scrub on upland NW of Pitton. The site itself no longer exists, having long since been given over to agriculture. It would have been built to protect the wartime airfield of RAF Old Sarum, and was manned by their personnel. SU1932 : WWII Wiltshire - airfield bombing decoy control bunker, Pitton (2)

Mike Searle

WWII Wiltshire - airfield bombing decoy control bunker, Pitton (2)

- Airfield Bombing Decoy (Q and K sites): DoB ID: e18662 This is about as much of the bunker that can be seen above ground - just the blast wall protected entrance, and to the left protruding from the earth bank is the generator exhaust outlet. SU1932 : WWII Wiltshire - airfield bombing decoy control bunker, Pitton (3)

Mike Searle

WWII Wiltshire - airfield bombing decoy control bunker, Pitton (3)

- Airfield Bombing Decoy (Q and K sites): DoB ID: e18662 The protected entrance has a curious looking bracket attached to the wall. SU1932 : WWII Wiltshire - airfield bombing decoy control bunker, Pitton (4)

Mike Searle

WWII Wiltshire - airfield bombing decoy control bunker, Pitton (4)

- Airfield Bombing Decoy (Q and K sites): DoB ID: e18662 Close-up of the bracket that's attached to the outside of the entrance wall. It has been deliberately twisted at the top to achieve the correct angle for whatever was attached to it. SU1932 : WWII Wiltshire - airfield bombing decoy control bunker, Pitton (5)

Mike Searle

WWII Wiltshire - airfield bombing decoy control bunker, Pitton (5)

- Airfield Bombing Decoy (Q and K sites): DoB ID: e18662 Control room with its emergency escape hatch in the ceiling at the far end. SU1932 : WWII Wiltshire - airfield bombing decoy control bunker, Pitton (6)

Mike Searle

WWII Wiltshire - airfield bombing decoy control bunker, Pitton (6)

- Airfield Bombing Decoy (Q and K sites): DoB ID: e18662 Generator room with a close-up of the plinth on which the generator was mounted. Three of its retaining bolts are still in-situ.

Mike Searle