Moss's Copse

Wood, Forest in Hampshire Winchester

England

Moss's Copse

Permissive path on Roman road at Wintershill Although shown as a straight line on the OS map, the public footpath actually dog legs to the left through the stile. The Roman road continues straight ahead which is also a permissive path. — Permissive path on Roman road at Wintershill Credit: Peter Facey

Moss's Copse is a picturesque woodland located in Hampshire, England. Stretching across approximately 50 acres, this enchanting forest is known for its diverse flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

The copse is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, predominantly oak and beech, which provide a cool and shaded atmosphere during the summer months. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of moss, hence the name, giving it a magical and ethereal appearance. This carpet of moss is interspersed with ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape.

The woodland is crisscrossed with meandering footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its hidden corners and discover its hidden treasures. These paths lead to secluded clearings, babbling brooks, and small ponds, attracting a wide variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers. Squirrels, rabbits, and deer are also commonly spotted within the copse, adding to its enchanting allure.

Moss's Copse is not only a haven for wildlife but also a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and photography. The peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, combined with the beauty of nature, makes it an ideal spot for relaxation and rejuvenation.

With its diverse ecosystem and natural beauty, Moss's Copse is a true gem in the heart of Hampshire, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the wonders of nature.

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Moss's Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.953803/-1.2641811 or Grid Reference SU5117. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Permissive path on Roman road at Wintershill

Although shown as a straight line on the OS map, the public footpath actually dog legs to the left through the stile. The Roman road continues straight ahead which is also a permissive path.

Peter Facey

The Wintershill Jubilee path

A newly-made permissive path through the Wintershill estate to mark the platinum jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. It runs from the intersection of the Roman road and Wintershill road, seen here, westwards up Winters Hill to Sciviers Lane. The path runs roughly parallel to Wintershill road, about 30 yards from it. Although the start here is not particularly attractive, it gets better further on.

Peter Facey

The Wintershill Jubilee path

A newly-made permissive path through the Wintershill estate to mark the platinum jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. It runs from the intersection of the Roman road and Wintershill road, westwards up Winters Hill to Sciviers Lane. The path runs roughly parallel to Wintershill road, about 30 yards from it

Peter Facey

The Wintershill Jubilee path

Peter Facey

The Wintershill Jubilee path

Peter Facey

The Wintershill Jubilee path

With buttercups. A newly-made permissive path through the Wintershill estate to mark the platinum jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. It runs from the intersection of the Roman road and Wintershill road, seen here, westwards up Winters Hill to Sciviers Lane. The path runs roughly parallel to Wintershill road, about 30 yards from it. A public footpath runs off-picture to the right from here through the centre of the estate.

Peter Facey

Esso pipeline works crossing Wintershill Road

Aerial. The pipeline here runs diagonally across the road (but left to right in this photo). There are deep excavations in the two works compounds seen in the photo to facilitate an auger boring operation. The launch area is at right and the reception area at left.

Peter Facey

Reception area for auger boring under Wintershill Road

Aerial. Looking vertically down into the deep excavation on the northeast side which is the reception area of the auger boring operation. Something is seen sticking out of the soil near the bottom of the escavation. However, his does not look like the usual ( SU6227 : One of the steel pipes) 323.9 mm diameter steel pipe, so I am assuming it is slightly larger and the real pipe will be threaded through it. That remains to be seen.

Peter Facey

Launch area for auger boring under Wintershill Road

Aerial. This is the deep excavation in the compound on the southwest side which is the launch area of the auger boring operation. The blue machine sitting at the bottom of the excavation may be a hydraulic boring machine. For the other end of this hole see SU5318 : Reception area for auger boring under Wintershill Road. The three items at ground level on the left are, top to bottom: a diesel powered electric generator or hydraulic pump (not sure which), an electric generator and welding kit, and an air compressor. For a wider view see Link.

Peter Facey

Launch area for auger boring under Winstershill Road

A works compound of the Esso pipeline laying project 2022. Some of the helical augers can be seen beyond the yellow excavator.

Peter Facey

Launch area for auger boring under Wintershill Road

Aerial.

Peter Facey

Armadillo security device at Wintershill Road works

Four of these devices were deployed by PID Systems ( Link

) to protect the equipment used in the Esso pipeline laying works, which were unattended on Sundays. They relay CCTV by 4G to a central control room.

Peter Facey

Launch area compound for auger boring operation at Wintershill Road

Aerial. Well, Esso had said they would use pipe pushing here, but upon examination of this photo I think they were using auger boring. Esso have subsequently confirmed this. The augers can be seen in the blue racks just below the excavator in this photo. Also to be seen by their shadows are the four Armadillo security devices (Link ). Going anticlockwise from the deep excavation in this photo: The light blue thing is a diesel powered hydraulic pump (I think), the darker blue thing is an electric generator and welding equipment, the yellow thing is an air compressor. The blue thing just above the arm of the excavator may possibly be a concrete pump. Then there is a Cat 325F excavator, the helical augers already mentioned, and a dump truck.

Peter Facey