Upper Highwood Copse

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Upper Highwood Copse

Bentley View
Bentley View Credit: JThomas

Upper Highwood Copse is a charming woodland located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated in the southern part of the county, it covers an area of approximately 50 acres and is known for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere.

The copse is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, with oak, beech, and ash being the most common species found within its boundaries. These majestic trees provide a dense canopy that creates a shaded and cool environment in the summer months, making it an ideal place for nature enthusiasts to explore and seek respite from the heat.

The woodland floor is covered with a rich carpet of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, which create a vibrant burst of color during the spring season. This abundance of flora attracts a variety of wildlife, such as squirrels, deer, and numerous bird species, including woodpeckers and owls.

Traversing through Upper Highwood Copse, visitors will find a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails that meander through the trees, offering opportunities for leisurely walks and peaceful contemplation. The copse is also intersected by a small stream, which adds to its natural charm and provides a soothing soundtrack as it trickles along.

Upper Highwood Copse is a popular destination for nature lovers, families, and photographers, who flock to this picturesque woodland to capture its beauty throughout the seasons. With its serene ambiance and diverse ecosystem, it is an idyllic spot to connect with nature and experience the tranquility of the English countryside.

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Upper Highwood Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.049453/-1.6641287 or Grid Reference SU2327. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bentley View
Bentley View
Crop field near Windrush Farm
Crop field near Windrush Farm
View across field at Farley Just north of, and parallel to, Church Road.
View across field at Farley
Just north of, and parallel to, Church Road.
View from a Southampton-Salisbury train - Fine blossom in Fine Wood
View from a Southampton-Salisbury train - Fine blossom in Fine Wood
View from a Southampton-Salisbury train - The Encampment
View from a Southampton-Salisbury train - The Encampment
View from a Southampton-Salisbury train - view towards East Grimstead
View from a Southampton-Salisbury train - view towards East Grimstead
Clunch-built wall at The Livery (1) Part of the perimeter wall around a yard or yards. To protect the permeable chalk from which it is built, the wall has been roofed over with pan-tiles.

The road leads north to West Winterslow.
Clunch-built wall at The Livery (1)
Part of the perimeter wall around a yard or yards. To protect the permeable chalk from which it is built, the wall has been roofed over with pan-tiles. The road leads north to West Winterslow.
The road to Farley Shaded by beech trees - as so often is the case hereabouts.

On a May day when the afternoon temperature reached 25C (or so) the shade was very welcome.
The road to Farley
Shaded by beech trees - as so often is the case hereabouts. On a May day when the afternoon temperature reached 25C (or so) the shade was very welcome.
Clunch-built wall at The Livery (2) Part of the perimeter wall around a yard or yards. 

Clunch - the name given to chalk quarried for building purposes - is a traditional material here and in neighbouring counties to the east.   This wall is protected by its own little roof of pan-tiles - to rather picturesque effect.  I'd imagine that one hazard to be avoided must be permeation by water - as subsequent freezing would shatter the structure.
Clunch-built wall at The Livery (2)
Part of the perimeter wall around a yard or yards. Clunch - the name given to chalk quarried for building purposes - is a traditional material here and in neighbouring counties to the east. This wall is protected by its own little roof of pan-tiles - to rather picturesque effect. I'd imagine that one hazard to be avoided must be permeation by water - as subsequent freezing would shatter the structure.
Green acres: countryside south of West Dean, early June Looking north across the valley of the River Dun.  From up here on the ridge it's clear that parts of south-east Wiltshire are well-wooded, quite unlike the open downland of Salisbury Plain and the Marlborough Downs.

The title I've chosen is a bit cheeky - inspired by the name of a nearby property I spotted on the map.  And it has to be said that while the scene is very green to the eye, in another sense the vast area of cereal monoculture is quite the opposite: un-green.
Green acres: countryside south of West Dean, early June
Looking north across the valley of the River Dun. From up here on the ridge it's clear that parts of south-east Wiltshire are well-wooded, quite unlike the open downland of Salisbury Plain and the Marlborough Downs. The title I've chosen is a bit cheeky - inspired by the name of a nearby property I spotted on the map. And it has to be said that while the scene is very green to the eye, in another sense the vast area of cereal monoculture is quite the opposite: un-green.
Green acres: countryside south of West Dean, early June (2)
Green acres: countryside south of West Dean, early June (2)
Livery Road, passing Spencer's Farm
Livery Road, passing Spencer's Farm
Path in Barnridge Copse
Path in Barnridge Copse
Bullock hiding behind roller at Howe Farm
Bullock hiding behind roller at Howe Farm
View into Howe Copse East
View into Howe Copse East
Ordnance Survey Rivet, Holy Trinity Church, East Grimstead Ordnance Survey Rivet on Holy Trinity Church, East Grimstead located at the buttress closest to the gate.
Ordnance Survey Rivet, Holy Trinity Church, East Grimstead
Ordnance Survey Rivet on Holy Trinity Church, East Grimstead located at the buttress closest to the gate.
Sloping field near the summit of Dean Hill
Sloping field near the summit of Dean Hill
Track between fields to East Grimstead
Track between fields to East Grimstead
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Upper Highwood Copse is located at Grid Ref: SU2327 (Lat: 51.049453, Lng: -1.6641287)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

What 3 Words

///louder.clasps.hairpin. Near East Dean, Hampshire

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Hawks Grove
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Lower Highwood Copse
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Churchway Copse
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