Upham Copse

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Upham Copse

On Castle Street a bend in the road ahead
On Castle Street a bend in the road ahead Credit: Rob Purvis

Upham Copse is a picturesque woodland nestled in the county of Wiltshire, England. Located near the village of Upham, this enchanting forest spans an area of approximately 50 acres, offering a tranquil and serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The copse is primarily composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead, providing shade and shelter for a variety of flora and fauna. The forest floor is blanketed with a lush carpet of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, which bloom in abundance during the spring season.

Visitors to Upham Copse can explore a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind their way through the woodland, allowing for a leisurely stroll or a more adventurous hike. The trails are interspersed with benches and picnic areas, inviting visitors to pause and take in the breathtaking natural beauty that surrounds them.

Wildlife enthusiasts will be delighted by the diverse range of animals that call Upham Copse home. It is not uncommon to spot deer, foxes, and squirrels darting among the trees, while birdwatchers can catch a glimpse of various species, including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers.

Upham Copse is a popular destination for nature lovers, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of nature. With its idyllic setting and abundant wildlife, this woodland gem offers an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.

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Upham Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.495788/-1.6729038 or Grid Reference SU2277. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

On Castle Street a bend in the road ahead
On Castle Street a bend in the road ahead
Farmland, Aldbourne Heart Plantation is in the foreground. The distant clump of trees is on a ridge above Wanborough Plain Farm.
Farmland, Aldbourne
Heart Plantation is in the foreground. The distant clump of trees is on a ridge above Wanborough Plain Farm.
Byway, Aldbourne The briefly steep descent of Sugar Hill.
Byway, Aldbourne
The briefly steep descent of Sugar Hill.
Byway and farmland, Aldbourne Approaching Upper Upham from the Ridgeway.
Byway and farmland, Aldbourne
Approaching Upper Upham from the Ridgeway.
Farmland, Aldbourne Fields beside the byway to the west of Upper Upham.
Farmland, Aldbourne
Fields beside the byway to the west of Upper Upham.
Byway and farmland, Aldbourne The byway to the east of Upper Upham enters an arable landscape after crossing pasture.
Byway and farmland, Aldbourne
The byway to the east of Upper Upham enters an arable landscape after crossing pasture.
Farmland, Aldbourne The bridleway climbing through rape stubble between Snap and Upper Upham.
Farmland, Aldbourne
The bridleway climbing through rape stubble between Snap and Upper Upham.
Byway and pasture, Aldbourne Climbing to the west of the site of Snap village.
Byway and pasture, Aldbourne
Climbing to the west of the site of Snap village.
The Ridgeway Path leading towards Liddington Castle from the south
The Ridgeway Path leading towards Liddington Castle from the south
Rutted track through Shipley Bottom
Rutted track through Shipley Bottom
On Sugar Hill near Aldbourne - view towards Shipley Bottom
On Sugar Hill near Aldbourne - view towards Shipley Bottom
Byway at Sugar Hill, Wiltshire The dark brown crop on the left is a dry and withering oilseed rape. On the right is tall stubble from a harvested field.

The byway crosses the B-road, then continues up the hill to the woods and veers off to the left and over the horizon.
Byway at Sugar Hill, Wiltshire
The dark brown crop on the left is a dry and withering oilseed rape. On the right is tall stubble from a harvested field. The byway crosses the B-road, then continues up the hill to the woods and veers off to the left and over the horizon.
Wheat, Sugar Hill, Wiltshire
Wheat, Sugar Hill, Wiltshire
Byway at Sugar Hill, Aldbourne, Wiltshire The chocolate brown crop on the left is a desiccated oilseed rape. On the right is tall stubble from a harvested field. Sheep graze alongside the path in the foreground.

The byway here crosses the B-road, then continues up the hill to the distant woods and veers off to the left and over the horizon.
Byway at Sugar Hill, Aldbourne, Wiltshire
The chocolate brown crop on the left is a desiccated oilseed rape. On the right is tall stubble from a harvested field. Sheep graze alongside the path in the foreground. The byway here crosses the B-road, then continues up the hill to the distant woods and veers off to the left and over the horizon.
Base of downland hills at Aldbourne, Wiltshire Farming here this year evidences sheep, golden fields of wheat and desiccated brown oilseed rape presumably due for harvesting.
Base of downland hills at Aldbourne, Wiltshire
Farming here this year evidences sheep, golden fields of wheat and desiccated brown oilseed rape presumably due for harvesting.
The Ridgeway The Ridgeway heading to Liddington Hill
The Ridgeway
The Ridgeway heading to Liddington Hill
The Ridgeway The Ridgeway by the byway to Lower Upham
The Ridgeway
The Ridgeway by the byway to Lower Upham
Shipley Bottom Fields
Shipley Bottom Fields
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Upham Copse is located at Grid Ref: SU2277 (Lat: 51.495788, Lng: -1.6729038)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.495788,-1.6729038
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Ref: SN8 164
Lat/Long: 51.4914659/-1.6724527
Upper Upham
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q7898975
Lat/Long: 51.492659/-1.6730594
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.4923221/-1.6740869
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.4920452/-1.6729962
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 51.4920397/-1.6732885
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