Marlborough Coppice

Wood, Forest in Warwickshire Stratford-on-Avon

England

Marlborough Coppice

Level Crossing No.7 Kineton MOD Railway Level Crossing No.7 looking northeast towards the main depot from the B4086.
Level Crossing No.7 Credit: Bob Walters

Marlborough Coppice, located in Warwickshire, is a picturesque woodland encompassing an area of approximately 100 acres. This enchanting forest is nestled within a rural landscape, offering visitors a tranquil and serene environment to explore and enjoy.

The coppice is characterized by its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, ash, and birch, which create a captivating canopy of foliage. The woodland floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, adding a burst of color to the scenery during the spring season.

The forest is home to a variety of wildlife, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts. Visitors may catch glimpses of deer, squirrels, rabbits, and a plethora of bird species, including woodpeckers and owls. The peaceful atmosphere and abundance of wildlife create a perfect setting for birdwatching and wildlife photography.

Marlborough Coppice offers several walking trails that wind through the woodland, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These well-maintained paths provide an opportunity to explore the forest's different habitats, from sunlit clearings to dense, shaded glades.

The coppice is open to the public year-round, free of charge, and is managed by a dedicated team of conservationists who ensure the preservation of its natural beauty. They also organize educational events and guided walks to promote awareness and appreciation of the woodland's ecological importance.

In summary, Marlborough Coppice in Warwickshire is a captivating woodland, offering visitors a tranquil escape into nature. With its diverse flora and fauna, well-marked trails, and commitment to conservation, this forest is a must-visit destination for those seeking solace and connection with the natural world.

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Marlborough Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.162829/-1.4557968 or Grid Reference SP3751. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Level Crossing No.7 Kineton MOD Railway Level Crossing No.7 looking northeast towards the main depot from the B4086.
Level Crossing No.7
Kineton MOD Railway Level Crossing No.7 looking northeast towards the main depot from the B4086.
Field by Bottom Street, Northend
Field by Bottom Street, Northend
Chadshunt-Boundary Farm The Gateway at the end of Watery Lane.
Chadshunt-Boundary Farm
The Gateway at the end of Watery Lane.
Chadshunt-Watery Lane The road close to the entrance to Boundary Farm.
Chadshunt-Watery Lane
The road close to the entrance to Boundary Farm.
New roundabout on Banbury Road, Preston Herdewyke This is for the new housing development, The Templars <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://mulberryhomes.co.uk/developments/the-templars/overview/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://mulberryhomes.co.uk/developments/the-templars/overview/">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>
New roundabout on Banbury Road, Preston Herdewyke
This is for the new housing development, The Templars LinkExternal link
Railway line to Kineton The single-track freight branch snakes its way westwards towards Kineton MOD depot.  Beyond the trees it passes over the M40 motorway before ending at the depot.
Railway line to Kineton
The single-track freight branch snakes its way westwards towards Kineton MOD depot. Beyond the trees it passes over the M40 motorway before ending at the depot.
Branch into Kineton Depot Seen from the B4100 (ex A41) bridge the freight branch reaches its destination.  Kineton MOD depot is seen in the distance.
Branch into Kineton Depot
Seen from the B4100 (ex A41) bridge the freight branch reaches its destination. Kineton MOD depot is seen in the distance.
Barn conversion in progress, Northend The development is called Meadow Farm Barns, and seems to involve, among other things, replacing a corrugated iron roof with thatch.
Barn conversion in progress, Northend
The development is called Meadow Farm Barns, and seems to involve, among other things, replacing a corrugated iron roof with thatch.
The M40 runs under a railway bridge
The M40 runs under a railway bridge
Old Milestone by the B4100, near Gaydon Hill Farm, Gaydon Carved stone post by the B4100 (was A41), in parish of GAYDON (STRATFORD ON AVON District), Gaydon Hill Farm, just North of farm entrance, in lay-by hidden in hedge, on East side of road. Erected by the Birmingham, Warwick & Warmington turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
: LONDON / 79 / BANBURY / 10 : : WARWICK / 9 :   

Milestone Society National ID: WA_BAWA10.
Old Milestone by the B4100, near Gaydon Hill Farm, Gaydon
Carved stone post by the B4100 (was A41), in parish of GAYDON (STRATFORD ON AVON District), Gaydon Hill Farm, just North of farm entrance, in lay-by hidden in hedge, on East side of road. Erected by the Birmingham, Warwick & Warmington turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : LONDON / 79 / BANBURY / 10 : : WARWICK / 9 : Milestone Society National ID: WA_BAWA10.
Banbury Road near North End
Banbury Road near North End
Northend-Stone House On the road out of the village.
Northend-Stone House
On the road out of the village.
Northend Road Junction With Banbury Road.
Northend Road Junction
With Banbury Road.
Northend Church
Northend Church
Banbury Road, Temple Herdewyke
Banbury Road, Temple Herdewyke
M40: railway overbridge The M40 Motorway runs 89 miles between London and Birmingham. Built in several stages between 1967 and 1990, it provides an alternative route to the M1/M6 route between the two cities.
M40: railway overbridge
The M40 Motorway runs 89 miles between London and Birmingham. Built in several stages between 1967 and 1990, it provides an alternative route to the M1/M6 route between the two cities.
M40 south of junction 12
M40 south of junction 12
Railway bridge, M40 The M40 Motorway runs 89 miles between London and Birmingham. Built in several stages between 1967 and 1990, it provides an alternative route to the M1/M6 route between the two cities.
Railway bridge, M40
The M40 Motorway runs 89 miles between London and Birmingham. Built in several stages between 1967 and 1990, it provides an alternative route to the M1/M6 route between the two cities.
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Marlborough Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SP3751 (Lat: 52.162829, Lng: -1.4557968)

Administrative County: Warwickshire

District: Stratford-on-Avon

Police Authority: Warwickshire

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