Cooke's Copse

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Cooke's Copse

Oxford transmitting station, Beckley A television and radio station. — Oxford transmitting station, Beckley Credit: Robin Webster

Cooke's Copse is a picturesque wood located in Oxfordshire, England. Situated near the village of Oxford, this forested area spans approximately 50 acres and is known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem.

The copse is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense and lush canopy. These trees provide an ideal habitat for a variety of wildlife, including birds, small mammals, and insects. Additionally, the forest floor is covered in a rich carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the woodland.

The copse is intersected by several footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its surroundings. These paths offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, with rolling hills and meadows stretching out in all directions. There are also several benches strategically placed throughout the copse, providing opportunities for visitors to rest and soak in the tranquility of the surroundings.

Cooke's Copse is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers. Its secluded location and peaceful ambiance make it an ideal spot for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. The copse is also home to a variety of bird species, making it a great location for birdwatching.

Overall, Cooke's Copse is a hidden gem in Oxfordshire, offering a serene and captivating woodland experience for all who visit.

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Cooke's Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.797319/-1.1932436 or Grid Reference SP5511. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Oxford transmitting station, Beckley A television and radio station.

Oxford transmitting station, Beckley

A television and radio station.

The Closes, RSPB Otmoor An area of wet grassland. Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

The Closes, RSPB Otmoor

An area of wet grassland. Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Managed land, RSPB Otmoor A lot of shrubs have been cut down to ground level.

Managed land, RSPB Otmoor

A lot of shrubs have been cut down to ground level.

Christine Johnstone

No entry to a conservation area, RSPB Otmoor Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

No entry to a conservation area, RSPB Otmoor

Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Bench with a view of Moorleys, RSPB Otmoor Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Bench with a view of Moorleys, RSPB Otmoor

Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Public bridleway, RSB Otmoor The bridleway follows part of the perimeter of Ot Moor, which was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Public bridleway, RSB Otmoor

The bridleway follows part of the perimeter of Ot Moor, which was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Common reed along a drain, RSPB Otmoor Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Common reed along a drain, RSPB Otmoor

Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Bench along a bridleway, RSPB Otmoor Installed in memory of Barbara Joan Austin [1929 - 2004]. Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Bench along a bridleway, RSPB Otmoor

Installed in memory of Barbara Joan Austin [1929 - 2004]. Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Interactive exploration at RSPB Otmoor There was nothing underneath on this visit. Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Interactive exploration at RSPB Otmoor

There was nothing underneath on this visit. Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Please do not stand on the banks at RSPB Otmoor Sign alongside the visitor trail. Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Please do not stand on the banks at RSPB Otmoor

Sign alongside the visitor trail. Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Visitor trail, RSPB Otmoor Heading north towards Hals Frankham&#039;s lagoon. Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Visitor trail, RSPB Otmoor

Heading north towards Hals Frankham's lagoon. Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Screened permissive path, RSPB Otmoor Close to the Wetlands Watch building. Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Screened permissive path, RSPB Otmoor

Close to the Wetlands Watch building. Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Ashgrave, west from the Wetlands Watch, RSPB Otmoor Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Ashgrave, west from the Wetlands Watch, RSPB Otmoor

Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Ashgrave, north from the Wetlands Watch, RSPB Otmoor Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Ashgrave, north from the Wetlands Watch, RSPB Otmoor

Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Ashgrave, south from the Wetlands Watch, RSPB Otmoor Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Ashgrave, south from the Wetlands Watch, RSPB Otmoor

Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Screened path from the Wetlands Watch, RSPB Otmoor Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Screened path from the Wetlands Watch, RSPB Otmoor

Ot Moor was first drained in 1816 and had been divided up into fields by 1830. Since 1997 the RSPB have been recreating wetlands here.

Christine Johnstone

Bridleway on the route of a Roman road, near RSPB Otmoor Looking north.

Bridleway on the route of a Roman road, near RSPB Otmoor

Looking north.

Christine Johnstone

House in Noke Bungalow in the village of Noke.

House in Noke

Bungalow in the village of Noke.

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Cooke's Copse is located at Grid Ref: SP5511 (Lat: 51.797319, Lng: -1.1932436)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.797319,-1.1932436

Barrier: kissing_gate

Foot: yes

Lat/Long: 51.800886/-1.1896832

Barrier: stile

Lat/Long: 51.7980213/-1.2003314

Barrier: stile

Lat/Long: 51.7980053/-1.2002885

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:30; Sa 10:00

Post Box Type: wall

Ref: OX3 615

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Lat/Long: 51.7947079/-1.1951041

Entrance: main

Lat/Long: 51.7978112/-1.1861392

Power: pole

Source: Bing

Lat/Long: 51.7982148/-1.1985868

Power: pole

Source: Bing

Lat/Long: 51.7988236/-1.1968649

Power: pole

Source: Bing

Lat/Long: 51.7975994/-1.2003222

Turning Loop

Lat/Long: 51.7943796/-1.1938562

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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