Brain's Coppice

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Brain's Coppice

Long lay-by on the A429
Long lay-by on the A429 Credit: Philip Jeffrey

Brain's Coppice is a charming woodland located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Spread across an area of approximately 50 acres, this ancient coppice woodland is a true haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility amidst stunning natural surroundings.

The woodland comprises a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, ash, and hazel, which have been carefully managed for centuries. The practice of coppicing, a traditional method of woodland management, has been employed here, resulting in a diverse and thriving ecosystem. The coppicing process involves periodically cutting back trees to ground level, allowing new shoots to grow and ensuring a sustainable supply of wood for various purposes such as fuel and timber.

Visitors can explore the woodland through a network of well-maintained footpaths that wind their way through the trees. As they venture deeper into the woods, they will encounter an array of wildlife, including deer, badgers, foxes, and a variety of bird species. The woodland is also home to a rich diversity of flora, with carpets of bluebells, primroses, and wild garlic adorning the forest floor in spring.

Brain's Coppice offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing ample opportunities for walking, birdwatching, and photography. It is a popular destination for nature lovers, families, and individuals seeking solace in the great outdoors. With its natural beauty and abundant wildlife, Brain's Coppice is truly a hidden gem in the heart of Gloucestershire.

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Brain's Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.008816/-1.6877553 or Grid Reference SP2134. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Long lay-by on the A429
Long lay-by on the A429
Footpath to Oldborough Farm and Todenham
Footpath to Oldborough Farm and Todenham
Footpath to Aston Magna
Footpath to Aston Magna
Trees by the stream
Trees by the stream
Rickety footbridge on the footpath towards the A429
Rickety footbridge on the footpath towards the A429
Power lines over the stubble field
Power lines over the stubble field
Lane towards Knee Bridge One of the few public roads I have come across that Google Streetview hasn't reached
Lane towards Knee Bridge
One of the few public roads I have come across that Google Streetview hasn't reached
Public footpath to Todenham
Public footpath to Todenham
Diamond Way going to Aston Magna
Diamond Way going to Aston Magna
Coming in to Dorn
Coming in to Dorn
Field of wheat at sunset
Field of wheat at sunset
Track through the copse to Kneebridge barn The area behind the locked gate looked pretty derelict.
Track through the copse to Kneebridge barn
The area behind the locked gate looked pretty derelict.
Trees lining Knee Brook
Trees lining Knee Brook
Direction Sign – Signpost on the A429 Fosse Way in Batsford parish Located immediately northeast of the entrance to Dorn Heath Farm on the southeast side of the A429 Fosse Way in Batsford parish. No arms but pawn finial.

Milestone Society National ID: GL_SP2033
Direction Sign – Signpost on the A429 Fosse Way in Batsford parish
Located immediately northeast of the entrance to Dorn Heath Farm on the southeast side of the A429 Fosse Way in Batsford parish. No arms but pawn finial. Milestone Society National ID: GL_SP2033
A wet A429 heading north out of Moreton-in-Marsh
A wet A429 heading north out of Moreton-in-Marsh
Moreton-in-Marsh station looking north
Moreton-in-Marsh station looking north
Wayside Cross, Aston Magna, Blockley 15ᵗʰ C shaft and base with shaped stops on octagonal plinth. 
These crosses were placed for pilgrims to stop and pray for a safe journey, probably en route to Oxford.

Grade II listed Nᴼ 1088642 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1088642" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1088642">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>

Milestone Society National ID: GLCO_BLO
Wayside Cross, Aston Magna, Blockley
15ᵗʰ C shaft and base with shaped stops on octagonal plinth. These crosses were placed for pilgrims to stop and pray for a safe journey, probably en route to Oxford. Grade II listed Nᴼ 1088642 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: GLCO_BLO
Cross-field through the wheat Below Dunsden Coppice
Cross-field through the wheat
Below Dunsden Coppice
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Brain's Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SP2134 (Lat: 52.008816, Lng: -1.6877553)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

What 3 Words

///timing.rather.riverbed. Near Moreton in Marsh, Gloucestershire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.008816,-1.6877553
Parking
Access: yes
Description: Layby
Fee: no
Parking: street_side
Lat/Long: 52.0118696/-1.6906062
Lower Lemington
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q62714925
Lat/Long: 52.0077243/-1.6830986
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0098844/-1.6807084
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0091535/-1.680878
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0084699/-1.6809645
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0076634/-1.6811141
Lower Lemington
Material: wood
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Voltage Primary: 11000
Lat/Long: 52.0075879/-1.6819999
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0070575/-1.6812374
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.006932/-1.6817316
Aston Hale Cottage
Material: wood
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Voltage Primary: 11000
Lat/Long: 52.0087139/-1.6932812
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0079362/-1.6937064
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.0072164/-1.694098
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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