Eastern Copse

Wood, Forest in Hampshire

England

Eastern Copse

Dockside buildings, Cowes The farthest building is a former sail loft.
Dockside buildings, Cowes Credit: Roger Cornfoot

Eastern Copse is a picturesque woodland situated in the county of Hampshire, in southern England. Known for its natural beauty and abundant wildlife, this enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 100 acres.

The copse is predominantly composed of mature broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which provide a dense canopy and create a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, offering a vibrant burst of color throughout the seasons.

Traversing the copse, visitors can explore a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing for enjoyable walks and hikes amidst the tranquil surroundings. These paths lead to various points of interest, such as a small pond, where ducks and other waterfowl can often be spotted, adding to the area's charm.

Eastern Copse is also home to a diverse range of wildlife. Bird enthusiasts will delight in the sight of woodland species such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, while the lucky observer may catch a glimpse of deer, foxes, and badgers going about their daily routines.

Throughout the year, the copse serves as a popular destination for nature lovers, families, and photographers seeking to capture its natural beauty. The changing seasons bring their own unique appeal, from the vibrant colors of autumn to the delicate blossoms of spring.

Managed by local conservation organizations, Eastern Copse offers a wonderful opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse oneself in the tranquility of nature. Whether one seeks solace, adventure, or simply a breath of fresh air, this Hampshire woodland is a true gem waiting to be discovered.

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Dockside buildings, Cowes The farthest building is a former sail loft.
Dockside buildings, Cowes
The farthest building is a former sail loft.
Breakwater at East Cowes
Breakwater at East Cowes
Cowes Floating Bridge – 1978 Leaving East Cowes. This is probably 'Bridge No.5', which was in service between 1975 and 2017. It can be seen here <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3288847" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3288847">Link</a> in 2013 – note the change in maximum vehicle weight from 20T to 7.5T. In both cases a standard highways sign is being used, and I wonder whether because the link is termed as a 'floating bridge' it is enforceable under Road Traffic regulations!
Cowes Floating Bridge – 1978
Leaving East Cowes. This is probably 'Bridge No.5', which was in service between 1975 and 2017. It can be seen here Link in 2013 – note the change in maximum vehicle weight from 20T to 7.5T. In both cases a standard highways sign is being used, and I wonder whether because the link is termed as a 'floating bridge' it is enforceable under Road Traffic regulations!
Swiss Cottage and Gardens In front of the cottage are the gardens where Victoria and Albert's children each had their own plot to look after.
Swiss Cottage and Gardens
In front of the cottage are the gardens where Victoria and Albert's children each had their own plot to look after.
The far end of the beach, Osborne Bay The beach near Osborne House, where Queen Victoria's children used to come and mess around by the sea, is really nothing special. A mixture of sand and shingle in the middle bit, and up this end stones and weed covered boulders.
Apparently, the royal children loved it. It must have been such a change from their usual lives.
The far end of the beach, Osborne Bay
The beach near Osborne House, where Queen Victoria's children used to come and mess around by the sea, is really nothing special. A mixture of sand and shingle in the middle bit, and up this end stones and weed covered boulders. Apparently, the royal children loved it. It must have been such a change from their usual lives.
Osborne Beach, No Landing What used to be Queen Victoria's private beach below Osborne House is very remote and secluded.
It would be very easy to come ashore here from a small boat and get a free look around the place.
I guess there must be security cameras etc.
Osborne Beach, No Landing
What used to be Queen Victoria's private beach below Osborne House is very remote and secluded. It would be very easy to come ashore here from a small boat and get a free look around the place. I guess there must be security cameras etc.
Barrier on the Beach The beach below Osborne House where Queen Victoria used to come to swim and relax.
For some reason the far end is closed off by this rather half hearted looking barrier.
Barrier on the Beach
The beach below Osborne House where Queen Victoria used to come to swim and relax. For some reason the far end is closed off by this rather half hearted looking barrier.
In the Walled Garden, Osborne House
In the Walled Garden, Osborne House
Seat on the Terrace, Osborne House An intricate ironwork seat on the upper terrace.
Seat on the Terrace, Osborne House
An intricate ironwork seat on the upper terrace.
The  Park at Osborne House Part of the extensive grounds surrounding Osborne House.
The Park at Osborne House
Part of the extensive grounds surrounding Osborne House.
Flower Beds at Osborne House The flower beds on the terraces are planted with varieties that would have been grown in Victorian times.
Flower Beds at Osborne House
The flower beds on the terraces are planted with varieties that would have been grown in Victorian times.
The Prince of Wales The Prince of Wales public house <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.iowprinceofwales.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.iowprinceofwales.co.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> stands just opposite the entrance to Osborne House.  Somehow it looks like a remnant of a once larger building, though older photographs show it looking much as it does now, apart from the replacement of the former refreshment room (the leftmost part of the main block).
The Prince of Wales
The Prince of Wales public house LinkExternal link stands just opposite the entrance to Osborne House. Somehow it looks like a remnant of a once larger building, though older photographs show it looking much as it does now, apart from the replacement of the former refreshment room (the leftmost part of the main block).
The beach, Osborne House Quite a few visitors to Osborne House had made it over to the beach on this day of rather indifferent weather.  There is a small beach cafe, and someone was heard complaining that they had run out of Victoria sponge cake. After all, where could you feel confident of being able to buy a slice of Victoria sponge, if not at the cafe at Osborne House?
The beach, Osborne House
Quite a few visitors to Osborne House had made it over to the beach on this day of rather indifferent weather. There is a small beach cafe, and someone was heard complaining that they had run out of Victoria sponge cake. After all, where could you feel confident of being able to buy a slice of Victoria sponge, if not at the cafe at Osborne House?
The Swiss Cottage, Osborne House The Swiss Cottage was built as a place where Victoria and Albert's children 'could play at being adults and learn the skills that Prince Albert believed would make them better rulers' <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/osborne/things-to-do/swiss-cottage/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/osborne/things-to-do/swiss-cottage/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> . Or alternatively as a place where they were conveniently out of the way a lot of the time.
The Swiss Cottage, Osborne House
The Swiss Cottage was built as a place where Victoria and Albert's children 'could play at being adults and learn the skills that Prince Albert believed would make them better rulers' LinkExternal link . Or alternatively as a place where they were conveniently out of the way a lot of the time.
Old Boundary Marker on Albany Road, East Cowes War Department Boundary Marker on Albany Road on the southwest corner of the boundary wall of the former Victoria barracks. East Cowes parish. The inscription has been removed.

Milestone Society National ID: IW_WDECOW01em
Old Boundary Marker on Albany Road, East Cowes
War Department Boundary Marker on Albany Road on the southwest corner of the boundary wall of the former Victoria barracks. East Cowes parish. The inscription has been removed. Milestone Society National ID: IW_WDECOW01em
Old Boundary Marker on Columbine Road, East Cowes War Department Boundary Marker on Columbine Road on the southwest corner of the boundary wall of the former Victoria barracks. East Cowes parish. The inscription has been removed.

Milestone Society National ID: IW_WDECOW02em
Old Boundary Marker on Columbine Road, East Cowes
War Department Boundary Marker on Columbine Road on the southwest corner of the boundary wall of the former Victoria barracks. East Cowes parish. The inscription has been removed. Milestone Society National ID: IW_WDECOW02em
Old Boundary Marker on Columbine Road, East Cowes War Department Boundary Marker on Columbine Road on the southeast corner of the boundary wall of the former Victoria barracks. East Cowes parish. The inscription has been removed.

Milestone Society National ID: IW_WDECOW03em
Old Boundary Marker on Columbine Road, East Cowes
War Department Boundary Marker on Columbine Road on the southeast corner of the boundary wall of the former Victoria barracks. East Cowes parish. The inscription has been removed. Milestone Society National ID: IW_WDECOW03em
Old Boundary Marker on Maresfield Road, East Cowes War Department Boundary Marker on Maresfield Road on the southeast corner of the boundary wall of the former Victoria barracks. East Cowes parish. The inscription has been removed.

Milestone Society National ID: IW_WDECOW04em
Old Boundary Marker on Maresfield Road, East Cowes
War Department Boundary Marker on Maresfield Road on the southeast corner of the boundary wall of the former Victoria barracks. East Cowes parish. The inscription has been removed. Milestone Society National ID: IW_WDECOW04em
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Eastern Copse is located at Grid Ref: SZ5196 (Lat: 50.762764, Lng: -1.2671095)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Wight

Police Authority: Hampshire

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