Great Odway Copse

Wood, Forest in Hampshire New Forest

England

Great Odway Copse

Beaulieu estate Beaulieu estate, the palace house
Beaulieu estate Credit: Colin Prosser

Great Odway Copse is a picturesque woodland located in Hampshire, England. Spanning over an area of approximately 50 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The copse is situated in close proximity to the village of Odway, which adds to its accessibility and appeal.

The woodland is characterized by its rich biodiversity and stunning natural beauty. It is primarily composed of mature oak trees, interspersed with a variety of other deciduous and coniferous species. The canopy of the trees provides a cool and shaded environment, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely walk on hot summer days.

The forest floor is covered with a lush carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful display throughout the year. The copse is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous species of birds. Birdwatchers frequent the area to spot rare and migratory species that reside within the woodland.

Great Odway Copse boasts well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. There are also designated picnic areas and benches, providing ample opportunities for visitors to relax and soak in the peaceful ambiance of the woodland.

Overall, Great Odway Copse is a haven of tranquility and natural beauty in the heart of Hampshire. Its diverse flora and fauna, combined with its well-maintained infrastructure, make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to connect with nature.

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Beaulieu estate Beaulieu estate, the palace house
Beaulieu estate
Beaulieu estate, the palace house
Beaulieu Beaulieu, just inside entrance to museum, and the museum set up
Beaulieu
Beaulieu, just inside entrance to museum, and the museum set up
Beaulieu Beaulieu, the motor museum monorail which goes around the estate and museum
Beaulieu
Beaulieu, the motor museum monorail which goes around the estate and museum
Beaulieu Motor Museum Beaulieu Motor Museum, car on display, on the upper level, is as we know it, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, it's actually Chitty Bang Bang, which won several races early 1920's
Beaulieu Motor Museum
Beaulieu Motor Museum, car on display, on the upper level, is as we know it, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, it's actually Chitty Bang Bang, which won several races early 1920's
Beaulieu Motor Museum Beaulieu Motor Museum, the car on display near museum entrance, is a Rolls Royce, this went round the estate several times during my day out
Beaulieu Motor Museum
Beaulieu Motor Museum, the car on display near museum entrance, is a Rolls Royce, this went round the estate several times during my day out
Beaulieu Motor Museum Beaulieu Motor Museum, the bus on display was used taking passengers around the estate, it's a replica of a 1912 Leyland London bus
Beaulieu Motor Museum
Beaulieu Motor Museum, the bus on display was used taking passengers around the estate, it's a replica of a 1912 Leyland London bus
Beaulieu Abbey Beaulieu Abbey, Abbey of the Kings, inscription
Beaulieu Abbey
Beaulieu Abbey, Abbey of the Kings, inscription
Beaulieu Estate Beaulieu Estate, the falconry and birds of prey,  display area
Beaulieu Estate
Beaulieu Estate, the falconry and birds of prey, display area
Beaulieu Palace House A view over the Mill Pond to the ancestral home of the Montagu family.
Beaulieu Palace House
A view over the Mill Pond to the ancestral home of the Montagu family.
Who's that in our pond? The last of the sunset on Hatchet Pond.
A swan turns to look at a pony who has come down for a drink of water.
Who's that in our pond?
The last of the sunset on Hatchet Pond. A swan turns to look at a pony who has come down for a drink of water.
Swans at Sunset The end of the day at Hatchet Pond.
Swans at Sunset
The end of the day at Hatchet Pond.
Pony at Sunset Almost glowing in the last of the light, a pony ignores the grass round Hatchet Pond and has a go at some nasty looking brambly stuff over the wall.
The grass is always greener I guess, even when it isn't.
Pony at Sunset
Almost glowing in the last of the light, a pony ignores the grass round Hatchet Pond and has a go at some nasty looking brambly stuff over the wall. The grass is always greener I guess, even when it isn't.
Breezy day at Hatchet Pond
Breezy day at Hatchet Pond
Path in Stubbs Wood
Path in Stubbs Wood
Pathway through Stubbs Wood Leading to Tantany Wood.
Pathway through Stubbs Wood
Leading to Tantany Wood.
Penerley Farmhouse On the Beaulieu estate.
Penerley Farmhouse
On the Beaulieu estate.
Track around the Culverley Farm estate The map shows the track circumnavigating the farm. I didn't test it.
Track around the Culverley Farm estate
The map shows the track circumnavigating the farm. I didn't test it.
Open heath - Gurnetfields Furzebrake
Open heath - Gurnetfields Furzebrake
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Great Odway Copse is located at Grid Ref: SU3703 (Lat: 50.827391, Lng: -1.4691488)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: New Forest

Police Authority: Hampshire

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