Fulscot Copse

Wood, Forest in Berkshire South Oxfordshire

England

Fulscot Copse

Looking eastwards along The Broadway Credit: Basher Eyre

Fulscot Copse is a beautiful woodland area located in Berkshire, England. Covering approximately 20 acres, it is a captivating natural retreat that offers a serene and peaceful environment for visitors to enjoy. The copse is situated near the village of Fulscot, surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque countryside.

The woodland is primarily composed of mature oak and beech trees, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of flora and fauna. Wandering through the copse, one can find a diverse range of plant species, including bluebells, wild garlic, and ferns, contributing to its enchanting atmosphere.

Fulscot Copse is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to various bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. Mammals like foxes, badgers, and deer can also be spotted within the woodland, adding to its natural charm.

In addition to its ecological significance, the copse offers recreational opportunities for visitors. There are well-maintained walking trails that wind through the trees, allowing for leisurely strolls or more challenging hikes. The peaceful ambiance and stunning views make it an ideal location for nature photography, picnicking, or simply unwinding amidst the tranquility of the forest.

Fulscot Copse is a valuable natural resource and an important ecosystem in Berkshire. Its preservation and conservation efforts ensure that future generations can continue to appreciate its beauty and ecological importance.

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Fulscot Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.605741/-1.2174071 or Grid Reference SU5489. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking eastwards along The Broadway

Basher Eyre

Jubilee postbox

Postbox along Haydon Road in Didcot with a decoration in celebration of The Queen's Platinum Jubilee

Bill Nicholls

Queen's Jubilee

Post box decoration in celebration of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee along Haydon Road in Didcot

Bill Nicholls

Smoky Towers

Postbox decoration outside the old post office along Broadway Didcot

Bill Nicholls

Grandad's Smoky Towers

Postbox decoration called Grandad's Smoky Towers along Broadway, Didcot.

Bill Nicholls

'Pendennis Castle' at Didcot Railway Centre

In steam on this occasion double heading trains running up and down a short section of line at Didcot Railway Centre for the benefit of visitors. Number 4079 was built at Swindon in 1924 and was number 7 out of 171 Castles produced between 1923 and 1950. These 4-6-0 express locomotives were one of the most successful ever built, and in 1925 Pendennis Castle took part in trials on the LNER main line out of Kings Cross outperforming the larger LNER 4-6-2 Pacifics [eg 'Flying Scotsman'] on the east coast main line. Seen here double heading with 'Lady of Legend'.

Gordon Hatton

Take a ride behind a Castle

Number 4079, Pendennis Castle in steam at Didcot Railway Centre where it was operating along a short section of track for the benefit of visitors to this museum and preservation centre. Pendennis Castle was constructed at the Swindon works in 1924 and was the 7th of 171 Castle class locomotives built between 1923 and 1950 and is representative of one of the most successful express locos ever built. Eight remain of the original 171, some in working order and others just as museum pieces.

Gordon Hatton

Colourful Trains at Didcot Station

A Waiting for a Train picture of two brightly coloured engines on a sunny morning.

Des Blenkinsopp

Didcot Railway Centre - Clun Castle arriving

This GWR 4-6-0 express passenger locomotive was backing into site after sister engine Earl of Mount Edgcumbe. They had just hauled a mainline steam special and were to be put on display and then serviced for the return. The site was crowded for the event but these big beasts and the crowds interacted safely. At least one enthusiast was heard to wonder if anybody was going to 'die like Churchward' - the Great Western chief mechanical engineer who was run over by one of his locomotives.

Chris Allen

Didcot Railway Centre - 'autotrain'

The train is heading to the left and being propelled by the locomotive. The driver is in the end of the carriage to the left where he has basic controls. The locomotive is No. 4144 a 2-6-2T built at Swindon in 1946 and rescued from Barry scrapyard in 1974. It is now on it second boiler 'ticket' in preservation having entered service this time round in 2015. It weighs 78 tons 9 cwt. The maroon coach is the trailer for the railmotor that is currently languishing out of service.

Chris Allen

Didcot Railway Centre - three Castles by the coaling stage

From left to right these were Clun Castle, Earl of Mount Edgcumbe and Pendennis Castle. The first two were ready to work a double-headed steam special back to Birmingham while Pendennis Castle was already at its home base and adding to the spectacle. The site was positively crowded but all were well behaved and good natured.

Chris Allen

Didcot Parkway Station - Great Western superpower arrival

A special steam excursion is just pulling into Didcot Parkway behind no less than two Castle class 4-6-0 express locomotives - Clun Castle and Earl of Mount Edgcumbe. It was a dull day and the clutter of modern overhead electrification detracts even more. The two locomotives were to come 'on shed' at Didcot Railway Centre for servicing and to line up with the site's own two Castles.

Chris Allen

Didcot Railway Centre - oiling round

A member of crew is oiling No. 7029 Clun Castle in preparation for its mainline journey back to Birmingham. Those big wheels are 6' 8.5" diameter. The Castle must be a real pain to oil round with two inside cylinders and all inside valve gear. Didcot had four of these beasts on shed for a few hours and you could get up close with them running past at no more than arm's length. There were a lot of visitors but the volunteer staff did a sterling job in keeping everybody safe.

Chris Allen

Didcot Railway Centre - backing onto shed

No. 5043 Earl of Mount Edgcumbe has just hauled a steam special into Didcot Parkway with class mate No. 7029 Clun Castle and was backing into the line up with two other Castles already there. This was a hugely popular event and this shows well the conditions there with enthusiasts and engines mingling. This must have done the operating society's finances a power of good in these difficult times.

Chris Allen

Didcot Railway Centre - inside the coaling stage

This shows the wheeled tubs of coal that can be tipped from here straight in to the tender of an engine below the opening to the left. I was amazed that visitors were allowed to wander up to and through this structure in order to photograph the yard below..

Chris Allen

Didcot Railway Centre - demonstration line departure

The locomotive is No. 4144 a 2-6-2T built at Swindon in 1946 and rescued from Barry scrapyard in 1974. It is now on its second boiler 'ticket' in preservation having entered service this time round in 2015. It weighs 78 tons 9 cwt. The train is being driven from the other end by a driver in an autotrailer and is moving away from the photographer.

Chris Allen

Hymek and train passing Didcot Railway Centre â 1972

The 'Hymek' locomotives were a class of medium-sized (type 3) diesel hydraulic locomotives built for the Western Region of British Railways. This unidentified member of the class is hauling an express towards Oxford (and possibly Worcester) on the curve avoiding Didcot Station itself. 1466 is one of the small 0-4-2 tank engines built by the Great Western Railway for push-pull workings on branch lines and is operating the shuttle service at Didcot Railway Centre. Note the rather rudimentary access platform - things have improved since then! Link

Alan Murray-Rust