Ash Copse

Wood, Forest in Berkshire Vale of White Horse

England

Ash Copse

Fields north of Youlbury Wood
Fields north of Youlbury Wood Credit: Nekisa Gholami-Babaahmady

Ash Copse is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Berkshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, this ancient forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

The copse is primarily composed of ash trees, which give it its name, but it also features a variety of other tree species including oak, birch, and beech. The dense canopy of the trees creates a shaded and cool environment, especially during the hot summer months. These towering trees provide a habitat for a diverse range of wildlife, including various bird species, small mammals, and insects.

Walking through Ash Copse, visitors are greeted by a rich tapestry of flora. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, making it a perfect habitat for woodland plants such as bluebells, wood anemones, and primroses. In the spring, the copse bursts into a riot of colors as these flowers bloom, creating a stunning visual display.

The copse is crisscrossed by a network of footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These trails wind their way through the forest, offering glimpses of hidden clearings and babbling brooks along the way. There are also several benches strategically placed throughout the copse, providing visitors with the opportunity to sit and appreciate the natural surroundings.

Ash Copse is a beloved local treasure, attracting nature lovers, walkers, and wildlife enthusiasts alike. Its serene atmosphere and enchanting beauty make it an ideal destination for those seeking solace in nature.

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Ash Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.741803/-1.3161376 or Grid Reference SP4705. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fields north of Youlbury Wood
Fields north of Youlbury Wood
The A420 Botley
The A420 Botley
The A420 Botley Looking south across the town.
The A420 Botley
Looking south across the town.
Faringdon Road, Cumnor
Faringdon Road, Cumnor
The Vine Inn in Cumnor
The Vine Inn in Cumnor
Footpath in Cumnor
Footpath in Cumnor
Footpath in Cumnor
Footpath in Cumnor
Pylon in a field
Pylon in a field
Footpath through barley, Cumnor The footpath heading towards the village from Henwood Farm.
Footpath through barley, Cumnor
The footpath heading towards the village from Henwood Farm.
Barley, Cumnor A crop growing to the north of Henwood Farm.
Barley, Cumnor
A crop growing to the north of Henwood Farm.
Looking down Tumbledown Road towards Farmoor Reservoir
Looking down Tumbledown Road towards Farmoor Reservoir
Tumbledown Hill in Cumnor
Tumbledown Hill in Cumnor
Tumbledown Hill to Farmoor
Tumbledown Hill to Farmoor
Red Field on Hurst Hill The upper section of this field is covered with a flowering plant called Sheep's Sorrel (Rumex acetosella)
Apparently it is edible and has various medicinal properties too.
Here it is also a geological indicator. You see where it suddenly stops at the break of slope halfway down the field. This is where the Lower Greensand, which forms an acid soil cap at the top of Hurst Hill, gives way to the underlying limestone.
The lime intolerant gorse, centre left, also stops.
Red Field on Hurst Hill
The upper section of this field is covered with a flowering plant called Sheep's Sorrel (Rumex acetosella) Apparently it is edible and has various medicinal properties too. Here it is also a geological indicator. You see where it suddenly stops at the break of slope halfway down the field. This is where the Lower Greensand, which forms an acid soil cap at the top of Hurst Hill, gives way to the underlying limestone. The lime intolerant gorse, centre left, also stops.
Tree Stump Seats Quite a lot of trees have been taken out of the southern part of Hurst Hill Wood.
These stumps have been carved into chairs, a good place to sit and look out over the view to the south.
Tree Stump Seats
Quite a lot of trees have been taken out of the southern part of Hurst Hill Wood. These stumps have been carved into chairs, a good place to sit and look out over the view to the south.
Track on Cumnor Hill In the shallow dip between Hurst and Cumnor Hills.
Track on Cumnor Hill
In the shallow dip between Hurst and Cumnor Hills.
Louie Memorial Playing Field
Louie Memorial Playing Field
Gate to Hurst Hill A short walk through woodland takes you to the trig point and overlook on the  top of this small hill.
Gate to Hurst Hill
A short walk through woodland takes you to the trig point and overlook on the top of this small hill.
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Ash Copse is located at Grid Ref: SP4705 (Lat: 51.741803, Lng: -1.3161376)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: Vale of White Horse

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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