Steps Copse

Wood, Forest in Hampshire

England

Steps Copse

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 Credit: HelenK

Steps Copse is a picturesque woodland located in Hampshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is known for its rich biodiversity and stunning natural beauty. The copse is situated on the outskirts of a small village, surrounded by rolling hills and meadows.

The woodland is primarily composed of native deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy and provide a haven for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a vibrant carpet of wildflowers during the spring and summer months, adding to the area's charm and allure.

Steps Copse is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. These trails offer visitors the opportunity to explore the copse at their own pace, discovering hidden nooks, babbling brooks, and tranquil clearings along the way.

The woodland is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, badgers, foxes, and a wide variety of bird species. It is also known for its abundance of butterflies and insects, particularly in the summer months when the copse is alive with their fluttering wings and gentle buzz.

Steps Copse offers a peaceful and serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it's a leisurely walk, a picnic, or a spot of birdwatching, this Hampshire woodland provides a tranquil haven for both locals and visitors alike.

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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.
Private beach at Osborne House
Private beach at Osborne House
Queen Victoria's private bathing machine, Osborne House beach
Queen Victoria's private bathing machine, Osborne House beach
Film crew at the private beach, Osborne House
Film crew at the private beach, Osborne House
Osborne Beach Beach below Osborne House.
Osborne Beach
Beach below Osborne House.
Osborne Beach Beach below Osborne House.  In the distance is Ryde.
Osborne Beach
Beach below Osborne House. In the distance is Ryde.
Osborne Beach Beach below Osborne House.
Osborne Beach
Beach below Osborne House.
Osborne Beach Beach below Osborne House.
Osborne Beach
Beach below Osborne House.
Osborne Beach The once-private beach of Queen Victoria at Osborne House.
Osborne Beach
The once-private beach of Queen Victoria at Osborne House.
Osborne Beach The once-private beach of Queen Victoria at Osborne House.
Osborne Beach
The once-private beach of Queen Victoria at Osborne House.
Remains of a vessel on Osborne Beach What appear to be the rusting remains of a vessel of some sort can be found at the eastern end of Osborne Beach.
Remains of a vessel on Osborne Beach
What appear to be the rusting remains of a vessel of some sort can be found at the eastern end of Osborne Beach.
Sailing boat in Osborne Bay A sailing boat is moored in Osborne Bay; in the distance, the skyline of Portsmouth can be seen with the Spinnaker Tower prominent.
Sailing boat in Osborne Bay
A sailing boat is moored in Osborne Bay; in the distance, the skyline of Portsmouth can be seen with the Spinnaker Tower prominent.
Path from Swiss Cottage to Osborne House
Path from Swiss Cottage to Osborne House
The Swiss Cottage and Gardens, Osborne House
The Swiss Cottage and Gardens, Osborne House
Osborne Beach
Osborne Beach
Wootton Creek Wootton Creek taken from Little Canada, an adventure centre for children.
Wootton Creek
Wootton Creek taken from Little Canada, an adventure centre for children.
Swiss Cottage Swiss Cottage is the play house built for Queen Victoria's children within the grounds of Osborne House on the Isle of Wight.
Swiss Cottage
Swiss Cottage is the play house built for Queen Victoria's children within the grounds of Osborne House on the Isle of Wight.
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Steps Copse is located at Grid Ref: SZ5393 (Lat: 50.741999, Lng: -1.2429576)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Wight

Police Authority: Hampshire

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