Stuphill Covert

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire West Oxfordshire

England

Stuphill Covert

Chastleton House: The Great Chamber, woodwork detail
Chastleton House: The Great Chamber, woodwork detail Credit: Michael Garlick

Stuphill Covert is a beautiful woodland area located in Oxfordshire, England. Situated near the village of Wood, this enchanting forest covers an approximate area of 200 acres. The covert is known for its dense and diverse collection of trees, creating a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native broadleaf species, such as oak, beech, and ash trees. These towering giants provide a rich and vibrant canopy, offering shade and shelter to an array of flora and fauna. The forest floor is adorned with an assortment of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, contributing to the area's natural beauty.

Stuphill Covert boasts a well-maintained network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its captivating surroundings. The paths wind through the woodland, offering glimpses of hidden glades and babbling brooks. As one delves deeper into the covert, they may encounter charming wildlife, including red squirrels, deer, and a variety of bird species.

The woodland is also home to several ancient trees that have stood the test of time, their gnarled trunks and twisting branches telling stories of centuries past. These majestic specimens add an air of mystique and history to Stuphill Covert, making it a truly magical place to visit.

Overall, Stuphill Covert in Oxfordshire is a captivating woodland sanctuary, offering a tranquil retreat for nature lovers. With its lush vegetation, diverse wildlife, and serene atmosphere, it is a place where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world.

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Stuphill Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.971003/-1.6657024 or Grid Reference SP2330. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chastleton House: The Great Chamber, woodwork detail
Chastleton House: The Great Chamber, woodwork detail
Chastleton House: The Great Chamber, woodwork detail
Chastleton House: The Great Chamber, woodwork detail
Evenlode Cottages On Horn Lane.
Evenlode Cottages
On Horn Lane.
St Edward's, Evenlode
St Edward's, Evenlode
Path heading to Evenlode Path from Peasewell Wood heading to Evenlode
Path heading to Evenlode
Path from Peasewell Wood heading to Evenlode
Horn Lane Horn Lane Evenlode
Horn Lane
Horn Lane Evenlode
Path on the way to Stratford Crossing Path from Evenlode passing the farm buildings on the way to Stratford Crossing
Path on the way to Stratford Crossing
Path from Evenlode passing the farm buildings on the way to Stratford Crossing
Stratford Bridge Bridleway crossing Stratford Bridge over the River Evenlode heading to Fosse Way
Stratford Bridge
Bridleway crossing Stratford Bridge over the River Evenlode heading to Fosse Way
Acorn Cottage This attractive modern cottages is alongside the A44 road.
Acorn Cottage
This attractive modern cottages is alongside the A44 road.
Path to Brookend The sun streams through the trees where the path to Brookend leaves the A44 road.
Path to Brookend
The sun streams through the trees where the path to Brookend leaves the A44 road.
Where's the path The line of the footpath is straight across the field to the tree but there is no sign of the path being restored.
Where's the path
The line of the footpath is straight across the field to the tree but there is no sign of the path being restored.
Over the ditch The footpath crosses the ditch on its way to Brookend.
Over the ditch
The footpath crosses the ditch on its way to Brookend.
Brookend Farm Seen from the footpath.
Brookend Farm
Seen from the footpath.
Brookend House Seen from the footpath.  The repair work being undertaken on the previous visit <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1569284">SP2331 : Brookend House and pond</a> has been completed.
Brookend House
Seen from the footpath. The repair work being undertaken on the previous visit SP2331 : Brookend House and pond has been completed.
Across the field The line of the footpath is straight across the field but there is no trace of it, it not having been restored.
Across the field
The line of the footpath is straight across the field but there is no trace of it, it not having been restored.
Track to the farm The footpath crosses the track.  This view is along the track towards Middle Brookend Farm.
Track to the farm
The footpath crosses the track. This view is along the track towards Middle Brookend Farm.
Muddy track A bridleway runs across open fields from Evenlode, becomes a restricted byway and continues to Chastleton Glebe.  Here is a very muddy section.
Muddy track
A bridleway runs across open fields from Evenlode, becomes a restricted byway and continues to Chastleton Glebe. Here is a very muddy section.
Junction of the ways A bridleway comes up the track (a restricted byway) on the left whilst a path runs in front of the hedge to the right.
Junction of the ways
A bridleway comes up the track (a restricted byway) on the left whilst a path runs in front of the hedge to the right.
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Stuphill Covert is located at Grid Ref: SP2330 (Lat: 51.971003, Lng: -1.6657024)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: West Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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