Bramcote Covert

Wood, Forest in Warwickshire North Warwickshire

England

Bramcote Covert

M42 Motorway approaching Bramcote Hall accommodation bridge
M42 Motorway approaching Bramcote Hall accommodation bridge Credit: Peter Whatley

Bramcote Covert is a picturesque woodland located in Warwickshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 70 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful escape from the bustling city life. This ancient woodland is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, offering a haven for wildlife and a delight for birdwatchers.

The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of mature trees, including oak, beech, and ash. These towering giants provide shade and shelter, creating a tranquil atmosphere within the covert. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, such as bluebells and wood anemones, adding vibrant splashes of color to the landscape during the spring months.

Bramcote Covert is home to numerous species of wildlife, including mammals like badgers, foxes, and deer. Bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and warblers can also be spotted throughout the year. The woodland's diverse ecosystem and quiet surroundings make it an ideal habitat for these creatures.

The woodland offers a network of footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These well-maintained paths wind through the trees, offering glimpses of open glades and small streams. There are also picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the covert, inviting visitors to relax and enjoy the serenity of the surroundings.

Bramcote Covert is not only a haven for wildlife but also a place of historical significance. It is believed that the woodland has been in existence for hundreds of years, with remnants of ancient earthworks and boundaries still visible in some areas.

Overall, Bramcote Covert is a treasured natural gem in Warwickshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of a well-preserved woodland ecosystem.

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Bramcote Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.64898/-1.5972535 or Grid Reference SK2705. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

M42 Motorway approaching Bramcote Hall accommodation bridge
M42 Motorway approaching Bramcote Hall accommodation bridge
M42 Motorway in cutting near Bramcote Hall The brief break in the eastern cutting is visible on the right of the photo.
M42 Motorway in cutting near Bramcote Hall
The brief break in the eastern cutting is visible on the right of the photo.
M42 Motorway at Bramcote Covert
M42 Motorway at Bramcote Covert
M42 Motorway at the accommodation bridge near Lodge Farm
M42 Motorway at the accommodation bridge near Lodge Farm
M42 Motorway near Lodge Farm
M42 Motorway near Lodge Farm
M42 Motorway - minor road overbridge near Austrey
M42 Motorway - minor road overbridge near Austrey
Welcome to Shuttington Be sure to slow when entering the village from this direction.
Welcome to Shuttington
Be sure to slow when entering the village from this direction.
A Good View Ruined Looking across the fields towards The Wolferstan Arms and Shuttington.
A Good View Ruined
Looking across the fields towards The Wolferstan Arms and Shuttington.
A view towards Main Road and Hangmans Lane
A view towards Main Road and Hangmans Lane
Across Recently Planted Crops to New Covert The fields are starting to look green again, now that the crops for next year are pushing through.
Across Recently Planted Crops to New Covert
The fields are starting to look green again, now that the crops for next year are pushing through.
Down the Road Towards Seckington In the middle distance, the church spire at Seckington can just be seen.
Down the Road Towards Seckington
In the middle distance, the church spire at Seckington can just be seen.
The Crossroads of Main Road and Hangmans Lane Main Road runs from Shuttington to Newton Regis, Hangmans Lane goes to Seckington.
The Crossroads of Main Road and Hangmans Lane
Main Road runs from Shuttington to Newton Regis, Hangmans Lane goes to Seckington.
Across freshly planted fields to Newton Regis This shot gives an idea how flat this side of Hangmans Lane is. Newton Regis church tower can be seen centre picture.
Across freshly planted fields to Newton Regis
This shot gives an idea how flat this side of Hangmans Lane is. Newton Regis church tower can be seen centre picture.
A lonely tree from the M42
A lonely tree from the M42
The S.K. General Stores in Shuttington
The S.K. General Stores in Shuttington
M42 approaching bridge for Bramcote Hall On the right is a lone tree, close to the top of the low hill that shields Bramcote Hall from view.  The motorway runs through a shallow cutting to allow the track to cross.
M42 approaching bridge for Bramcote Hall
On the right is a lone tree, close to the top of the low hill that shields Bramcote Hall from view. The motorway runs through a shallow cutting to allow the track to cross.
M42 passing Bramcote Covert The bridge ahead is just in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SK2706">SK2706</a>.  It carries a farm track and footpath
M42 passing Bramcote Covert
The bridge ahead is just in SK2706. It carries a farm track and footpath
Approaching Newton Lane bridge over M42 The bridge is almost entirely in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SK2807">SK2807</a>; it carries the minor road between Austrey and Newton Regis (where the same road is called Austrey Lane)
Approaching Newton Lane bridge over M42
The bridge is almost entirely in SK2807; it carries the minor road between Austrey and Newton Regis (where the same road is called Austrey Lane)
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Bramcote Covert is located at Grid Ref: SK2705 (Lat: 52.64898, Lng: -1.5972535)

Administrative County: Warwickshire

District: North Warwickshire

Police Authority: Warwickshire

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Located within 500m of 52.64898,-1.5972535
Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
Material: wood
Source: survey
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 52.6470982/-1.601986
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