Beech Bed Inclosure

Wood, Forest in Hampshire New Forest

England

Beech Bed Inclosure

Bowl Barrow on Backley Plain (Scales 1m) <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1009029?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1009029?section=official-listing">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>
Bowl Barrow on Backley Plain Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Beech Bed Inclosure is a woodland area located in Hampshire, England. It is part of the larger New Forest National Park and covers an area of approximately 500 hectares. The inclosure is characterized by its dense population of beech trees, which give the area its name.

The woodland is a remnant of the ancient forests that once covered much of southern England. The beech trees in Beech Bed Inclosure are known for their tall, straight trunks and dense canopies, creating a shaded and serene atmosphere within the forest. The trees provide valuable habitat for a variety of wildlife species, including birds, insects, and mammals.

Visitors to Beech Bed Inclosure can enjoy a range of recreational activities within the woodland. There are several walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the diverse flora and fauna. The inclosure is also popular with cyclists, who can follow designated routes through the woodland.

In addition to its natural beauty, Beech Bed Inclosure has historical significance. The area has evidence of past human activity, including ancient burial mounds and Bronze Age remains. These archaeological features add an extra layer of interest to the woodland, providing a glimpse into the area's rich history.

Overall, Beech Bed Inclosure is a picturesque and ecologically important woodland area within the New Forest National Park. Its dense population of beech trees, diverse wildlife, and historical features make it a popular destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Beech Bed Inclosure Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.857181/-1.6745606 or Grid Reference SU2306. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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Bowl Barrow on Backley Plain
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Cep (Boletus edulis) A young Cep (Boletus edulis) in Anderwood Inclosure.  This is perhaps the most prized of edible fungi and as a result is often the subject of heavy exploitation.  Because of this I have chosen to give only the 4 fig grid reference for this particular example.
Cep (Boletus edulis)
A young Cep (Boletus edulis) in Anderwood Inclosure. This is perhaps the most prized of edible fungi and as a result is often the subject of heavy exploitation. Because of this I have chosen to give only the 4 fig grid reference for this particular example.
Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) A cluster of Oyster Mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) in Anderwood Inclosure.  This particular example was growing on a Silver Birch trunk, rather than the more usual Beech.
Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus)
A cluster of Oyster Mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) in Anderwood Inclosure. This particular example was growing on a Silver Birch trunk, rather than the more usual Beech.
Stinkhorn (Phallus impudicus) A Stinkhorn (Phallus impudicus) growing among leaves in Anderwood Inclosure.  Both the English and Latin names are very apt.  The former refers to the strong smell it gives out to attract flies which then transfer the spores elsewhere, and the latter, translated as "shameless phallus", needs no further explanation.
Stinkhorn (Phallus impudicus)
A Stinkhorn (Phallus impudicus) growing among leaves in Anderwood Inclosure. Both the English and Latin names are very apt. The former refers to the strong smell it gives out to attract flies which then transfer the spores elsewhere, and the latter, translated as "shameless phallus", needs no further explanation.
Burley New Cottage
Burley New Cottage
Lyndhurst Road
Lyndhurst Road
Field entrance off Lyndhurst Road
Field entrance off Lyndhurst Road
Lyndhurst Road towards the A35
Lyndhurst Road towards the A35
White Cottages
White Cottages
Grazing towards Spring Wood
Grazing towards Spring Wood
New Forest woodland
New Forest woodland
Southmead Cottage
Southmead Cottage
Grazing near Hill Cottages
Grazing near Hill Cottages
Bend in Lyndhurst Road - towards the A35
Bend in Lyndhurst Road - towards the A35
Track off Lyndhurst Road
Track off Lyndhurst Road
Elizabeth II postbox on Lyndhurst Road Postbox No. BH24 21.
Elizabeth II postbox on Lyndhurst Road
Postbox No. BH24 21.
Southmead Cottage Showing position of Postbox No. BH24 21.
Southmead Cottage
Showing position of Postbox No. BH24 21.
Anderwood Inclosure Small "lawn" near the car park in Anderson Inclosure.
Anderwood Inclosure
Small "lawn" near the car park in Anderson Inclosure.
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Beech Bed Inclosure is located at Grid Ref: SU2306 (Lat: 50.857181, Lng: -1.6745606)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: New Forest

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Located within 500m of 50.857181,-1.6745606
Lcn Ref: 109
Lat/Long: 50.8555105/-1.6681995
Blackensford Lawn
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 50.8603221/-1.6736526
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