Blakes Copse

Wood, Forest in Hampshire Fareham

England

Blakes Copse

Looking Up Bridge Street Uphill to the town centre from down by the bridge.
Looking Up Bridge Street Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Blakes Copse is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Hampshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is nestled within the South Downs National Park, offering visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

The copse is predominantly composed of a mixture of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy, providing a habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna. The forest floor is carpeted with an array of wildflowers, adding vibrant colors to the landscape during spring and summer.

Blakes Copse is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to a variety of animal species. Visitors may spot roe deer, badgers, and foxes roaming freely among the trees, while a multitude of bird species, such as woodpeckers and owls, can be heard and seen throughout the year.

The copse is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained footpaths, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. These paths lead to secluded clearings and viewpoints, providing breathtaking vistas of the surrounding countryside.

Blakes Copse is a popular destination for recreational activities such as walking, jogging, and birdwatching. The calm and peaceful atmosphere of the woodland makes it an ideal spot for picnics or simply a place to relax and unwind.

Managed by the local authorities, Blakes Copse is a cherished natural resource, providing a valuable habitat for wildlife and a serene retreat for visitors seeking solace in nature's embrace.

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Blakes Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.885309/-1.1820681 or Grid Reference SU5709. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking Up Bridge Street Uphill to the town centre from down by the bridge.
Looking Up Bridge Street
Uphill to the town centre from down by the bridge.
Looking Down Bridge Street Towards the bridge over the River Meon.
Looking Down Bridge Street
Towards the bridge over the River Meon.
Lamp Post on Bridge Street An old style street lamp in an old style street. The glass on the left of the lamp is blacked out because it is at the same level as the upper window of a nearby house.
Lamp Post on Bridge Street
An old style street lamp in an old style street. The glass on the left of the lamp is blacked out because it is at the same level as the upper window of a nearby house.
Heming & Co's Hardware Store Bins and pots and colourful stuff on display outside a shop in Wickham town centre.
Heming & Co's Hardware Store
Bins and pots and colourful stuff on display outside a shop in Wickham town centre.
The top end of Bridge Street Bridge Street goes between the River Meon and the town centre.
The top end of Bridge Street
Bridge Street goes between the River Meon and the town centre.
Outside the pub, Wickham A sunny Saturday morning at the Square Cow pub.
Outside the pub, Wickham
A sunny Saturday morning at the Square Cow pub.
The Dip Hole at Wickham Another view is at <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1472085" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1472085">Link</a>.
The Dip Hole at Wickham
Another view is at Link.
Looking east on Bridge Street to the disused railway bridge There are two bridges here, the road bridge over the River Meon and the former railway bridge which now carries a bridleway.
See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1472034" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1472034">Link</a>.
Looking east on Bridge Street to the disused railway bridge
There are two bridges here, the road bridge over the River Meon and the former railway bridge which now carries a bridleway. See also Link.
2016: a year on Geograph (Day 69) Junction of Station Road and Bridge Street
2016: a year on Geograph (Day 69)
Junction of Station Road and Bridge Street
2016: a year on Geograph (Day 82) Entrance to Mud Island Nursery
2016: a year on Geograph (Day 82)
Entrance to Mud Island Nursery
Houses on School Road, Wickham
Houses on School Road, Wickham
Houses on School Road, Wickham
Houses on School Road, Wickham
Tree on School Road, Wickham
Tree on School Road, Wickham
House on Bridge Street, Wickham
House on Bridge Street, Wickham
Heming & Co, Wickham A traditional ironmonger store
Heming & Co, Wickham
A traditional ironmonger store
The Square, Wickham
The Square, Wickham
Shops on The Square, Wickham
Shops on The Square, Wickham
The Square, Wickham
The Square, Wickham
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Blakes Copse is located at Grid Ref: SU5709 (Lat: 50.885309, Lng: -1.1820681)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Fareham

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Crockerhill
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