Goddards Copse

Wood, Forest in Hampshire New Forest

England

Goddards Copse

The Haywain on Southampton Road The Haywain is a Stonehouse public house.
The Haywain on Southampton Road Credit: Steve Daniels

Goddards Copse is a picturesque woodland located in Hampshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 60 acres, it is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and birdwatchers. The copse is situated within the South Downs National Park, renowned for its diverse flora and fauna.

The forest is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of bluebells and wildflowers during the spring, attracting numerous species of butterflies and bees.

Goddards Copse boasts a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the peaceful surroundings at their own pace. The trails wind through the woodland, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Along the way, visitors may encounter various wildlife such as deer, foxes, and rabbits.

Bird enthusiasts will be delighted by the copse's avian inhabitants. The woodland is home to a plethora of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Ornithologists can spend hours observing and listening to the melodic calls of the feathered residents.

Goddards Copse offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling city life, providing a serene atmosphere where visitors can reconnect with nature. Its natural beauty, diverse ecosystem, and accessibility make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the enchanting Hampshire countryside.

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Goddards Copse Images

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The Haywain on Southampton Road The Haywain is a Stonehouse public house.
The Haywain on Southampton Road
The Haywain is a Stonehouse public house.
The Royal British Legion in Cadnam
The Royal British Legion in Cadnam
Morrisons Supermarket This large branch of Morrisons is on the western edge of Totton close to the bypass.
Morrisons Supermarket
This large branch of Morrisons is on the western edge of Totton close to the bypass.
A326 northwards towards M27 Approaching the roundabout crossing of the A336.
A326 northwards towards M27
Approaching the roundabout crossing of the A336.
A326 northwards towards M27
A326 northwards towards M27
A326 northwards towards M27
A326 northwards towards M27
Modern housing in West Totton The end of Shetland Close seen from Stonechat Drive.
Modern housing in West Totton
The end of Shetland Close seen from Stonechat Drive.
The White Horse public house, Netley Marsh
The White Horse public house, Netley Marsh
Field beside Bartley Road
Field beside Bartley Road
Full ditch beside Woodlands Road This roadside ditch appears to be near capacity on the last day of October, and will overflow into gardens before reaching the road level.
Full ditch beside Woodlands Road
This roadside ditch appears to be near capacity on the last day of October, and will overflow into gardens before reaching the road level.
Cottages on Chinham Road
Cottages on Chinham Road
Rainbow over field south of Chinham Road
Rainbow over field south of Chinham Road
Cottage on a corner at Bartley
Cottage on a corner at Bartley
Houses and former telephone kiosk at Bartley Now a village information point.
Houses and former telephone kiosk at Bartley
Now a village information point.
Wet walk home Schoolchildren walking home along Winsor Road after a heavy shower.
Wet walk home
Schoolchildren walking home along Winsor Road after a heavy shower.
Cadnam Garden Centre car park, 1 A Wyevale branded centre. Looking towards the entrance/exit and the main road through the village.
Cadnam Garden Centre car park, 1
A Wyevale branded centre. Looking towards the entrance/exit and the main road through the village.
Cadnam Garden Centre car park, 2 Looking towards the main building.
Cadnam Garden Centre car park, 2
Looking towards the main building.
Woodlands, pannage pigs Foraging on Bartley Road, in the Open Forest. Registered and ringed pigs are allowed out for up to three months, to look for beech mast and acorns, which can be toxic in quantity to other livestock. The leading pig had to be discouraged from tasting my boots. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.newforest.hampshire.org.uk/today1.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.newforest.hampshire.org.uk/today1.html">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>
Woodlands, pannage pigs
Foraging on Bartley Road, in the Open Forest. Registered and ringed pigs are allowed out for up to three months, to look for beech mast and acorns, which can be toxic in quantity to other livestock. The leading pig had to be discouraged from tasting my boots. LinkExternal link
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Goddards Copse is located at Grid Ref: SU3213 (Lat: 50.917643, Lng: -1.5445152)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: New Forest

Police Authority: Hampshire

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