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Culham Brake

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Culham Brake

The Charter The Charter in the centre of Abingdon. The building on the right is the multi storey car park
The Charter Credit: Nigel Mykura

Culham Brake is a small woodland located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. Situated in the village of Culham, it covers an area of approximately 10 acres. The woodland is part of the wider Culham Estate and is known for its dense and diverse vegetation.

Culham Brake is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These trees create a lush canopy that provides shade and shelter for various wildlife species. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of leaf litter, which supports a rich and varied understory of plants such as bluebells, primroses, and ferns.

The woodland is intersected by several footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty. These paths wind through the trees, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere. Culham Brake is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, walkers, and photographers, who come to enjoy the tranquility and capture the beauty of the woodland.

The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species. The dense vegetation and secluded nature of the woodland provide a safe habitat for these animals.

Culham Brake is managed by the Culham Estate, ensuring the preservation of its natural features and biodiversity. The woodland is open to the public year-round, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.663214/-1.2631753 or Grid Reference SU5196. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Charter The Charter in the centre of Abingdon. The building on the right is the multi storey car park
The Charter
The Charter in the centre of Abingdon. The building on the right is the multi storey car park
End of the platform, Culham Station Looking northwards along the railway towards Oxford. On the right you can see one of the old WW2 aircraft hangars on the old Culham Airfield site. Now a business estate, a fair number of the original wartime buildings are still being used.
End of the platform, Culham Station
Looking northwards along the railway towards Oxford. On the right you can see one of the old WW2 aircraft hangars on the old Culham Airfield site. Now a business estate, a fair number of the original wartime buildings are still being used.
Abingdon Market Place: late March 2022
Abingdon Market Place: late March 2022
WH Smith, Bury Street: late March 2022
WH Smith, Bury Street: late March 2022
Shoppers in Bury Street
Shoppers in Bury Street
March 2022: shops in the High Street
March 2022: shops in the High Street
Looking westwards along the High Street
Looking westwards along the High Street
Approaching the junction of West St Helens Street and the High Street
Approaching the junction of West St Helens Street and the High Street
Cyclist in West St Helens Street
Cyclist in West St Helens Street
Looking from West St Helens Street towards Hive Mews
Looking from West St Helens Street towards Hive Mews
Looking northwards in West St Helens Street
Looking northwards in West St Helens Street
Looking from West St Helens Street into St Edmunds Lane
Looking from West St Helens Street into St Edmunds Lane
Apartments in St Edmunds Lane
Apartments in St Edmunds Lane
Abingdon railway station (site), Oxfordshire Opened in 1856 by the Abingdon Railway, later part of the Great Western Railway, this was the terminus of a short branch which left the Paddington-Oxford line south of Radley. The station closed to passengers in 1963 and completely in 1984. View west towards the buffers. This viewpoint would have been just beyond the end of the single passenger platform, which would have run straight ahead. A goods yard was to the left of the image. The site is mostly a supermarket, but Abbey Close cuts across the site between the platform and the site of the station building. No trace remains.
Abingdon railway station (site), Oxfordshire
Opened in 1856 by the Abingdon Railway, later part of the Great Western Railway, this was the terminus of a short branch which left the Paddington-Oxford line south of Radley. The station closed to passengers in 1963 and completely in 1984. View west towards the buffers. This viewpoint would have been just beyond the end of the single passenger platform, which would have run straight ahead. A goods yard was to the left of the image. The site is mostly a supermarket, but Abbey Close cuts across the site between the platform and the site of the station building. No trace remains.
Abingdon railway station (site), Oxfordshire Opened in 1856 by the Abingdon Railway, later part of the Great Western Railway, this was the terminus of a short branch which left the Paddington-Oxford line south of Radley. The station closed to passengers in 1963 and completely in 1984. View east from near the buffers along the single passenger platform, which would probably have run straight through the grey doors. The site is now mostly a supermarket, but Abbey Close in the foreground cuts across the site between the platform and the site of the station building (behind the camera position). No trace remains.
Abingdon railway station (site), Oxfordshire
Opened in 1856 by the Abingdon Railway, later part of the Great Western Railway, this was the terminus of a short branch which left the Paddington-Oxford line south of Radley. The station closed to passengers in 1963 and completely in 1984. View east from near the buffers along the single passenger platform, which would probably have run straight through the grey doors. The site is now mostly a supermarket, but Abbey Close in the foreground cuts across the site between the platform and the site of the station building (behind the camera position). No trace remains.
Former County Hall, Abingdon - south elevation This was the former Berkshire County Hall until Reading replaced Abingdon as county town in 1867. Abingdon itself became part of Oxfordshire following boundary changes in 1974 and Berkshire County Council ceased to exist in 1998, although the county continues to have ceremonial status. The building dates from 1678-82 and today houses a museum. Seen here is the tower that carries a staircase up several flights.
Former County Hall, Abingdon - south elevation
This was the former Berkshire County Hall until Reading replaced Abingdon as county town in 1867. Abingdon itself became part of Oxfordshire following boundary changes in 1974 and Berkshire County Council ceased to exist in 1998, although the county continues to have ceremonial status. The building dates from 1678-82 and today houses a museum. Seen here is the tower that carries a staircase up several flights.
12-16 East St Helen Street, Abingdon The street is regarded by Pevsner as "Abingdon's best, and best preserved" and contains buildings from all ages. This Victorian terrace dates from 1866 and is one of the newer examples.
12-16 East St Helen Street, Abingdon
The street is regarded by Pevsner as "Abingdon's best, and best preserved" and contains buildings from all ages. This Victorian terrace dates from 1866 and is one of the newer examples.
19 East St Helen Street, Abingdon The street is regarded by Pevsner as "Abingdon's best, and best preserved" and contains buildings from all ages. 19 is the middle dwelling with first floor windows dating from the late C17.
19 East St Helen Street, Abingdon
The street is regarded by Pevsner as "Abingdon's best, and best preserved" and contains buildings from all ages. 19 is the middle dwelling with first floor windows dating from the late C17.
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Culham Brake is located at Grid Ref: SU5196 (Lat: 51.663214, Lng: -1.2631753)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Lat/Long: 51.6662511/-1.2589477
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Communication Mobile Phone: yes
Man Made: mast
Tower Type: communication
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