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Birch Copse

Wood, Forest in Berkshire Vale of White Horse

England

Birch Copse

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

Birch Copse, located in Berkshire, is a picturesque woodland area known for its abundance of birch trees. Spanning over a vast area, this forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers alike.

The copse is characterized by its dense vegetation and diverse wildlife. The towering birch trees dominate the landscape, their slender trunks and delicate leaves creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of moss and ferns, adding to the enchanting beauty of the surroundings.

Birch Copse is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. Visitors can spot an array of bird species, including the melodious song thrush and the vibrant woodpecker. Squirrels scurry through the trees, while rabbits and deer can be seen grazing in the open clearings. The forest is also known for its rich insect population, with butterflies and bees fluttering from flower to flower.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Birch Copse offers numerous walking and hiking trails. These trails wind through the forest, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The forest is also equipped with picnic areas, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy a meal amidst the natural beauty.

Birch Copse is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike. Its tranquil atmosphere, stunning scenery, and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit location for nature lovers. Whether one is seeking a peaceful stroll or an adventurous hike, Birch Copse offers something for everyone.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.72561/-1.2933184 or Grid Reference SP4803. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fields north of Youlbury Wood
Fields north of Youlbury Wood
Bayworth Lane, Boars Hill
Bayworth Lane, Boars Hill
Bayworth Lane, Boars Hill
Bayworth Lane, Boars Hill
Brumcombe Lane, Bayworth
Brumcombe Lane, Bayworth
Westminster College Sports Centre Playing Fields & Sports Centre at Harcourt Hill Campus (Oxford Brookes)
Westminster College Sports Centre
Playing Fields & Sports Centre at Harcourt Hill Campus (Oxford Brookes)
Harcourt Hill Campus Oxford Brookes University Campus entrance
Harcourt Hill Campus
Oxford Brookes University Campus entrance
Jarn Mound Sir Arthur Evans built Jarn Mound in 1933 to try to preserve the view of Oxford across Matthew Arnold Field. The mound has shrunk and the trees have grown, though there are plans to restore the view, and the garden that Evans planted still has a huge variety of plants. Looking roughly north-east from the summit.
Jarn Mound
Sir Arthur Evans built Jarn Mound in 1933 to try to preserve the view of Oxford across Matthew Arnold Field. The mound has shrunk and the trees have grown, though there are plans to restore the view, and the garden that Evans planted still has a huge variety of plants. Looking roughly north-east from the summit.
Near Chilswell House Looking east to the edge of the grounds of the Carmelite Priory, Chilswell House (home of Robert Bridges). Taken from the bridleway on the edge of Youlbury Scout Camp.
Near Chilswell House
Looking east to the edge of the grounds of the Carmelite Priory, Chilswell House (home of Robert Bridges). Taken from the bridleway on the edge of Youlbury Scout Camp.
Old Golf Course, Boar's Hill The Oxford Preservation Trust now owns the golf course, which forms an amphitheatre sloping down to Chilswell Farm Cottages in the centre of the picture on the edge of the square. The dramatic backdrop to this square is the famous view of Oxford city centre, 4 km from the camera. Looking ENE at 3:13 pm.
Old Golf Course, Boar's Hill
The Oxford Preservation Trust now owns the golf course, which forms an amphitheatre sloping down to Chilswell Farm Cottages in the centre of the picture on the edge of the square. The dramatic backdrop to this square is the famous view of Oxford city centre, 4 km from the camera. Looking ENE at 3:13 pm.
Matthew Arnold's "signal elm"? Said to be the remains of the "signal elm" mentioned in Matthew Arnold's 'Thyrsis', this dramatic dead tree was actually an oak. Chilswell Farm close by is rendered Childsworth in the poem. Runs it not here, the track by Childsworth Farm, Past the high wood, to where the elm-tree crowns The hill behind whose ridge the sunset flames? The signal-elm, that looks on Ilsley Downs, The Vale, the three lone weirs, the youthful Thames?
Matthew Arnold's "signal elm"?
Said to be the remains of the "signal elm" mentioned in Matthew Arnold's 'Thyrsis', this dramatic dead tree was actually an oak. Chilswell Farm close by is rendered Childsworth in the poem. Runs it not here, the track by Childsworth Farm, Past the high wood, to where the elm-tree crowns The hill behind whose ridge the sunset flames? The signal-elm, that looks on Ilsley Downs, The Vale, the three lone weirs, the youthful Thames?
Chilswell Farm development south of Oxford 10 years ago, or less, this was still a smelly, muddy, working farm with livestock and arable, so I was stunned to find that the old buildings had been transformed into upmarket residential units, complete with smart new landscaping. The fact that much of the land has been turned into a golf course may have something to do with it.
Chilswell Farm development south of Oxford
10 years ago, or less, this was still a smelly, muddy, working farm with livestock and arable, so I was stunned to find that the old buildings had been transformed into upmarket residential units, complete with smart new landscaping. The fact that much of the land has been turned into a golf course may have something to do with it.
Scholar Gypsy country The view from the Chilswell Ridge towards Oxford. Matthew Arnold's poem about the wandering scholar mentions many places around this area. The public footpath leads down to Chilswell Farm and on through Happy Valley into south Oxford.
Scholar Gypsy country
The view from the Chilswell Ridge towards Oxford. Matthew Arnold's poem about the wandering scholar mentions many places around this area. The public footpath leads down to Chilswell Farm and on through Happy Valley into south Oxford.
The Fox The Fox, a popular pub and restaurant on Fox Combe Road just south of Boars Hill.
The Fox
The Fox, a popular pub and restaurant on Fox Combe Road just south of Boars Hill.
Junction of Fox Lane and Lincombe Lane South lodge, partially obscured by trees. Footpath to Sunningwell on the left. The Fox <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/288993">SP4901 : The Fox</a> is just down the hill to the South West.
Junction of Fox Lane and Lincombe Lane
South lodge, partially obscured by trees. Footpath to Sunningwell on the left. The Fox SP4901 : The Fox is just down the hill to the South West.
Henwood Farm Brick built farmhouse with odd folly and curious gable ended building.
Henwood Farm
Brick built farmhouse with odd folly and curious gable ended building.
Henwood Farm
Henwood Farm
Whitebarn Wish I lived there!
Whitebarn
Wish I lived there!
Stile at Henwood Farm
Stile at Henwood Farm
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Birch Copse is located at Grid Ref: SP4803 (Lat: 51.72561, Lng: -1.2933184)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: Vale of White Horse

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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