Burfordhill Copse

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Burfordhill Copse

Sandy Lane Sandy Lane heading to Little Rissington — Sandy Lane Credit: Shaun Ferguson

Burfordhill Copse is a serene woodland located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated on the outskirts of the picturesque town of Burford, this copse is a hidden gem that attracts nature enthusiasts and visitors seeking tranquility.

Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, Burfordhill Copse is a diverse forest composed of a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, ash, and birch. These tall, majestic trees create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a plethora of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of wildflowers, ferns, and moss, adding to the copse's enchanting beauty.

Visitors can explore the copse through a network of well-maintained walking trails. These paths wind through the woodland, offering glimpses of sunlight filtering through the trees and creating a mesmerizing play of light and shadows. The trails are suitable for all ages and abilities, making it an ideal destination for families and nature lovers alike.

Birdwatchers will be delighted by the copse's avian residents, including woodpeckers, warblers, and owls. Meanwhile, small mammals such as rabbits, squirrels, and hedgehogs scuttle amongst the undergrowth, adding an element of charm to the woodland experience.

Burfordhill Copse offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. It is a place where one can immerse themselves in nature's beauty, listen to the melodious songs of birds, and appreciate the wonders of the natural world.

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Burfordhill Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.866547/-1.7204878 or Grid Reference SP1918. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sandy Lane

Sandy Lane heading to Little Rissington

Shaun Ferguson

Ridge and furrow south of Wyck Rissington

Bridleway HRL 3/1 makes its way up this hillside illuminated by golden afternoon sunlight. As with SP1820 : Ridge and furrow south of Wyck Rissington, Honeycombe Coppice is on the left.

Derek Harper

Ridge and furrow north of Little Rissington

Further up the field shown in SP1820 : Ridge and furrow south of Wyck Rissington and SP1920 : Ridge and furrow south of Wyck Rissington. Difficult to be sure where the exact route of bridleway HRL 3/1 lies - probably off to the right. But it seems logical to avoid crossing the ridges and furrows that lie across the hillside, and keep to those on the left that run parallel to the route, although they are hard to pick out in thus light.

Derek Harper

Field north of Little Rissington

In the foreground is a ridge and pair of furrows that characterise the whole of this field, also shown in SP1820 : Ridge and furrow south of Wyck Rissington and SP1920 : Ridge and furrow south of Wyck Rissington. Ridge and furrow can also be seen in the next field down the hill, in SP1820.

Derek Harper

Field north of Little Rissington

As with SP1920 : Field north of Little Rissington, taken from the same spot, a ridge illuminated by low afternoon sun stands out in the foreground from the shaded furrows on either side.

Derek Harper

Ridge and furrow north of Little Rissington

Bridleway HRL 3/1 leaves the field to right of centre, to follow a track into the village. In the foreground are traces of ridge and furrow; they are more pronounced in the next field. There are small patches of woodland around.

Derek Harper

Gate fastening near Little Rissington

Rope through an eye to fasten this gate on bridleway HRL 3/1

Derek Harper

Ridge and furrow north of Little Rissington

A field beside bridleway HRL 3/1, with the low winter afternoon sun bringing out the ridges and furrows.

Derek Harper

Ridge and furrow north of Little Rissington

The part of the field nearest the camera isn't showing its ridges and furrows as clearly as the further part. This is the view on the other side of the bridleway from SP1920 : Ridge and furrow north of Little Rissington.

Derek Harper