Coppice Wood

Wood, Forest in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Coppice Wood

Nape's Hill Stainburn A rural view near to Nape’s hill Stainburn in North Yorkshire.
Nape's Hill Stainburn Credit: Mick Melvin

Coppice Wood, located in Yorkshire, is a serene and picturesque forest that spans over a vast area. It is renowned for its dense foliage and diverse range of tree species, offering a captivating natural landscape for visitors to explore. The wood primarily consists of oak, birch, beech, and ash trees, which provide a stunning display of colors during the autumn months.

The woodland is home to a rich array of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Visitors may be lucky enough to spot various bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, as well as small mammals like badgers, foxes, and squirrels. The tranquil atmosphere of Coppice Wood creates the perfect habitat for these creatures to thrive.

There are several walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. These paths are well-maintained and suitable for all levels of fitness, making it accessible to a wide range of individuals. Along the trails, there are designated picnic areas where visitors can rest and enjoy a packed lunch amidst the peaceful surroundings.

Coppice Wood is also notable for its historical significance. It has been used as a source of timber for centuries and remnants of old coppicing activities can still be seen today. This sustainable practice involves cutting back the trees to encourage new growth, ensuring a continuous supply of wood.

Overall, Coppice Wood in Yorkshire offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers, providing a captivating natural environment, diverse wildlife, and opportunities for outdoor activities.

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Coppice Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.937765/-1.6648488 or Grid Reference SE2249. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Nape's Hill Stainburn A rural view near to Nape’s hill Stainburn in North Yorkshire.
Nape's Hill Stainburn
A rural view near to Nape’s hill Stainburn in North Yorkshire.
B6451 climbing out of the Washburn Valley This is the Otley/Pateley Bridge Road. It climbs up a long hill from Lindley Wood Reservoir, and is seen half way up at this point, approaching Norwood Edge Plantation
B6451 climbing out of the Washburn Valley
This is the Otley/Pateley Bridge Road. It climbs up a long hill from Lindley Wood Reservoir, and is seen half way up at this point, approaching Norwood Edge Plantation
Norwood Methodist Chapel This little chapel, with house attached, is on a lane just off the steep hill, on the busy B6451, called Norwood Edge.  No little cross on the 1945 map - perhaps it is a conversion from a village school?
Norwood Methodist Chapel
This little chapel, with house attached, is on a lane just off the steep hill, on the busy B6451, called Norwood Edge. No little cross on the 1945 map - perhaps it is a conversion from a village school?
Buttoner House Farm, Lindley A livestock farm of the traditional type.
Buttoner House Farm, Lindley
A livestock farm of the traditional type.
Shooting Grounds, Lindley Moor Walking up the track through the Forestry Commission woodland at Lindley Moor there are some mysterious buildings to the east, which on closer inspection are part of 'West Yorkshire Shooting Grounds'.  The towers are for launching clay pigeons.
Shooting Grounds, Lindley Moor
Walking up the track through the Forestry Commission woodland at Lindley Moor there are some mysterious buildings to the east, which on closer inspection are part of 'West Yorkshire Shooting Grounds'. The towers are for launching clay pigeons.
Puddle and wet pasture, Lindley, North Yorkshire A Winter scene, taken from the bend in the lane next to the entrance to the Lindley Moor conifer plantation.
Puddle and wet pasture, Lindley, North Yorkshire
A Winter scene, taken from the bend in the lane next to the entrance to the Lindley Moor conifer plantation.
Drainage ditch in the Lindley Moor conifer plantation, Lindley, North Yorkshire Taken from the forestry track, looking eastwards.
Drainage ditch in the Lindley Moor conifer plantation, Lindley, North Yorkshire
Taken from the forestry track, looking eastwards.
North-west end of Lindley Wood Reservoir The River Washburn flows into this end of the reservoir, just visible between the bushes in the centre. The area nearer the camera was flooded, the reservoir was full and overflowing after much recent heavy rain.
North-west end of Lindley Wood Reservoir
The River Washburn flows into this end of the reservoir, just visible between the bushes in the centre. The area nearer the camera was flooded, the reservoir was full and overflowing after much recent heavy rain.
River Washburn As it approaches Lindley Wood Reservoir, the 4th and final reservoir along its length.
River Washburn
As it approaches Lindley Wood Reservoir, the 4th and final reservoir along its length.
North-west end of Lindley Wood Reservoir With the River Washburn entering at the right of the picture.
North-west end of Lindley Wood Reservoir
With the River Washburn entering at the right of the picture.
Bridleway to Stainburn Moor This bridleway runs for almost 3 kilometres (1¾ miles) from the B6161 at SE236495 to the Stainburn Moor car park at SE236522. Here we are about 500 metres north of its junction with the B6161.
Bridleway to Stainburn Moor
This bridleway runs for almost 3 kilometres (1¾ miles) from the B6161 at SE236495 to the Stainburn Moor car park at SE236522. Here we are about 500 metres north of its junction with the B6161.
Track Through Stainburn Forest 4x4 vehicles park up along the side of the forestry track which is a permissive footpath through Stainburn Forest.
Track Through Stainburn Forest
4x4 vehicles park up along the side of the forestry track which is a permissive footpath through Stainburn Forest.
Prospect House Farm
Prospect House Farm
Minor road leading to Buttoner Farm
Minor road leading to Buttoner Farm
The road to Norwood Uphill, the road leads to Norwood, downhill, to the viaduct across the reservoir.
The road to Norwood
Uphill, the road leads to Norwood, downhill, to the viaduct across the reservoir.
Bridge and stream near Lindley Wood Reservoir
Bridge and stream near Lindley Wood Reservoir
Looking towards Norwood
Looking towards Norwood
Meadow, Lindley Wood Reservoir The north-western end of the reservoir has been dry this summer and is currently a meadow.
Meadow, Lindley Wood Reservoir
The north-western end of the reservoir has been dry this summer and is currently a meadow.
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Coppice Wood is located at Grid Ref: SE2249 (Lat: 53.937765, Lng: -1.6648488)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Lindley Green
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