Badnam Copse

Wood, Forest in Hampshire Eastleigh

England

Badnam Copse

Path in Holly Hill Woodland Park Credit: Chris Wimbush

Badnam Copse is a picturesque wood located in Hampshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 hectares, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. Situated near the village of Badnam, the copse offers a tranquil and serene environment for visitors to enjoy.

The copse is primarily composed of broadleaf trees, with a diverse range of species such as oak, beech, and birch. This creates a rich and vibrant canopy, providing shade and shelter for various wildlife species. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells, wildflowers, and ferns, adding to the copse's natural beauty and charm.

The copse is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, making it easily accessible for walkers and joggers. These paths wind through the wood, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the peaceful ambiance of the copse.

Birdwatchers will be delighted by the copse's avian population, as it is a haven for a wide range of species. Visitors can spot woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds among the treetops. Additionally, the copse is home to small mammals like squirrels and foxes, which can occasionally be spotted scurrying through the undergrowth.

Badnam Copse is a cherished local treasure, attracting visitors from near and far. It offers a perfect respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life, allowing individuals to reconnect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Hampshire's woodlands.

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Badnam Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.873688/-1.3174747 or Grid Reference SU4808. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path in Holly Hill Woodland Park

Chris Wimbush

Path from car park Holly Hill

Netley Station

Felton Close

Nightingale Walk

The Priory Church of St Andrew the Apostle, Hamble

A grade II*(star) listed building.

Robin Webster

Graveyard, Hamble

Robin Webster

Hamble Village Memorial Hall

Built 1933, refurbished 2003. The 'Memorial' was transferred from an earlier hall of 1920 that was remembering war dead.

Robin Webster

Disused railway to oil installation

The private branch from near Hamble station to an oil installation of BP (formerly Shell Mex and BP) is no longer used. Away from the installation the route is heavily overgrown, but the track appears to be still in place. Here there is a strange provision of double check rails.

Robin Webster

Disused level crossing, Barton Drive

The disused private branch from near Hamble station to an oil installation (currently BP Oil) on Southampton Water crosses here. The track still seems mostly in place but it is heavily overgrown. Double tracks here, a loop on the single line. The white pipeline markers explain why the railway fell out of use.

Robin Webster