Chapelrow Common

Wood, Forest in Berkshire

England

Chapelrow Common

Windmill Lane Off Carbinswood Lane, leading to School Hill. — Windmill Lane Credit: Oscar

Chapelrow Common is a picturesque woodland area located in Berkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, this forested region spans over a vast area of approximately 500 acres, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. The common is nestled amidst a tranquil and serene environment, offering visitors a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

The woodland is predominantly composed of various species of native trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees provide a dense canopy, creating a shaded and cool atmosphere within the common. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the overall charm and beauty of the area.

Chapelrow Common is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature photographers. Visitors may catch a glimpse of rare and elusive bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The forest also serves as a habitat for small mammals like rabbits, squirrels, and foxes, which can often be spotted scurrying amongst the undergrowth.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Chapelrow Common offers a network of well-maintained walking and cycling trails. These paths wind their way through the forest, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the area at their own pace. Additionally, the common is equipped with picnic areas and benches, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy a picnic amidst the stunning surroundings.

Overall, Chapelrow Common is a delightful woodland area in Berkshire that offers a tranquil and immersive experience in nature. Its diverse flora and fauna, combined with its well-kept trails and recreational facilities, make it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Chapelrow Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.424126/-1.1840667 or Grid Reference SU5669. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Windmill Lane

Off Carbinswood Lane, leading to School Hill.

Oscar

Douai Abbey

A Benedictine Abbey in Upper Woolhampton. The abbey was completed in 1993.

Oscar

Douai Abbey

A Benedictine Abbey in Upper Woolhampton. The abbey was completed in 1993.

Oscar

Pastoral scene, Stanford Dingley, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Former school, Bucklebury, Berkshire

School, now house. C17 with C19 refacing and additions to south and east. Timber framed with angle braces, brick nogging and later brick facing to rear; tiled roof with ridge stack off-centre to left above door. 3 framed bays. 2 storeys. 2 first floor 2-light C19 segmental headed casements to right with 3-light casement and small casement to left, 2 ground floor 3-light C20 casements to right with boarded door to left beneath stack. Block to left: timber framed with brick facing, hipped tile roof with stack to rear. One storey and attic. 2-light segmental headed casement to right and boarded door to left. (Source:Historic England)

Oswald Bertram

The Garden House, Stanford Dingley, Berkshire

Early C18. Red brick with moulded plat band. Moulded brick eaves cornice, old tile roof with end stacks and parapets, and 3 gabled dormers with casements. 2 storeys and attic; 3 bays, glazing bar sashes with exposed wooden boxes and gauged heads. Central glazed door with radial fanlight and doorcase with triangular pediment supported on plain brackets. (Source:Historic England)

Oswald Bertram

The Spring, Standford Dingley, Berkshire

Late C16 with C20 additions. Timber framed with angled braces, brick ground floor, first floor plaster panels, and tile hung gable end to left. Old tile roof with catslide to rear, part to right with slightly lower eaves; central ridge stack, and ridge stack off-centre to right. 3 framed bays to left. 2 storeys. 3 first floor 2-light C20 leaded casements, 4 ground floor C20 leaded casements, canted bay second from left with hipped tile roof. (Source:Historic England)

Oswald Bertram

Tree in autumn glory, Stanford Dingley, Berkshire

The photo was taken from outside the property. The foreground has been cut away to give prominence to the magnificent tree.

Oswald Bertram

Remains of a Mill in 1993

I thought I had lost this one. This is the same mill as in my 2013 picture SU5571 : Remains of a Mill only taken 20 years earlier. Enough of the structure still remains to get an idea of what the working mill must have been like.

Des Blenkinsopp

Glebe House, Bucklebury, Berkshire

18 with C20 porch. Red brick with plat band to right. Half hipped old tile roof, 4 gabled eaves dormers to right with 2-light casements, end stack to right, ridge stack above door off-centre to right, and 3 stacks to rear. Altered lobby entrance type. 1 1/2 storeys. 4 ground floor 3-light casements, 2 to right with segmental relieving arches. 4-panelled door with porch between first and second windows from left, porch with hipped tile roof, panelled door and flanking windows between third and fourth windows from left. (Source:Historic England)

Oswald Bertram

Avenue of Oaks, Bucklebury, Berkshire

The inner row of oaks was planted to celebrate a visit by Elizabeth I and the outer row to commemorate Wellington's victory at Waterloo in 1815. (Source:website of the Bucklebury Estate) The gate posts were erected in 2015 to mark the marriage of Catherine Middleton, a resident of the village, to Prince William.

Oswald Bertram

Barn, Well and Granary at Hillfoot Farm

Original farm buildings by a new forecourt.

Des Blenkinsopp

Wild Flowers by the Footpath

Des Blenkinsopp

Barn at Nine Elms

Nine Elms Farm, or just Nine Elms depending which map you look at, is at the end of this drive. A short footpath through surrounding fields begins just beside the barn here.

Des Blenkinsopp