Winter Down Copse

Wood, Forest in Hampshire Basingstoke and Deane

England

Winter Down Copse

Battledown Farm Barley crop in Battledown farm outside Basingstoke.
Battledown Farm Credit: Kelvin Davies

Winter Down Copse is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Hampshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 hectares, it is a charming and diverse forest that offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

The copse is characterized by a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a rich tapestry of colors throughout the seasons. Towering oak, beech, and ash trees dominate the landscape, their branches interwoven to form a dense canopy that provides shelter for an array of wildlife.

The forest floor is adorned with an assortment of flora, including bluebells, wild garlic, and ferns, which thrive in the damp and shaded conditions. The undergrowth is also home to a variety of fungi, adding to the copse's natural beauty.

Traversing Winter Down Copse, visitors will find a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails that wind their way through the forest. These paths offer a chance to explore the woodland's hidden corners and discover its secrets, with occasional glimpses of local wildlife such as deer, foxes, and a multitude of bird species.

The copse is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. Its serene atmosphere and stunning scenery make it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

In conclusion, Winter Down Copse in Hampshire is a captivating woodland retreat, offering a haven of tranquility for those seeking solace in nature. With its diverse array of trees, enchanting flora, and abundant wildlife, it is a place of beauty and wonder that is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who visit.

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Winter Down Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.262507/-1.1714663 or Grid Reference SU5751. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Battledown Farm Barley crop in Battledown farm outside Basingstoke.
Battledown Farm
Barley crop in Battledown farm outside Basingstoke.
Poppies Poppies in barley field in square SU5951, looking from S.W corner toward N.W. alongside London to Southampton railway line.
Poppies
Poppies in barley field in square SU5951, looking from S.W corner toward N.W. alongside London to Southampton railway line.
Battledown Flyover This is Hampshire's only flying junction. The line from Southampton crosses over the lines to and from the West of England. Nearby, both cross over the road, Pack Lane. Rail over rail over road!
The rail lines actually meet a mile to the north-east at Worting Junction.
Battledown Flyover
This is Hampshire's only flying junction. The line from Southampton crosses over the lines to and from the West of England. Nearby, both cross over the road, Pack Lane. Rail over rail over road! The rail lines actually meet a mile to the north-east at Worting Junction.
Beach Arms Hotel at Oakley near Basingstoke The Beach Arms is on the Andover road between Oakley and Overton.
Beach Arms Hotel at Oakley near Basingstoke
The Beach Arms is on the Andover road between Oakley and Overton.
Blandy's Farm House This house is tucked away just behind some Barns at Blandy's Farm near Oakley, Basingstoke.
Blandy's Farm House
This house is tucked away just behind some Barns at Blandy's Farm near Oakley, Basingstoke.
Scene from Hook Lane, Malshanger Looking westwards into the fields on a mild Autumn day at the corner of Hook Lane, near Summer Down Copse.
Scene from Hook Lane, Malshanger
Looking westwards into the fields on a mild Autumn day at the corner of Hook Lane, near Summer Down Copse.
Shear Down Farm Old Farm buildings at Shear Down farm taken from Hook Lane.
Shear Down Farm
Old Farm buildings at Shear Down farm taken from Hook Lane.
Oakley Pond Oakley village near Basingstoke boasts a large pond that thrives with ducks.
Oakley Pond
Oakley village near Basingstoke boasts a large pond that thrives with ducks.
Malshanger Lane Two majestic trees seem to guard the entrance to Malshanger Lane from the junction with the Andover Road in Oakley.
Malshanger Lane
Two majestic trees seem to guard the entrance to Malshanger Lane from the junction with the Andover Road in Oakley.
The Fox Public House at Newfound near Basingstoke.
The Fox
Public House at Newfound near Basingstoke.
Church at Wootton St. Lawrence The Church of St. Lawrence was rebuilt in 1864, incorporating many original features of the earlier mediaeval building. The north arcade dates from the twelfth century and the tower and some of the windows are early fourteenth century.
Church at Wootton St. Lawrence
The Church of St. Lawrence was rebuilt in 1864, incorporating many original features of the earlier mediaeval building. The north arcade dates from the twelfth century and the tower and some of the windows are early fourteenth century.
Wootton Copse
Wootton Copse
Marvel Row Copse
Marvel Row Copse
The Firs
The Firs
Looking East
Looking East
Pack Lane railway bridge The road goes under the railway just before the Exeter and Weymouth lines to Waterloo converge, on the approach to Basingstoke. Tea often spilt at this point (if you're on the train).
Pack Lane railway bridge
The road goes under the railway just before the Exeter and Weymouth lines to Waterloo converge, on the approach to Basingstoke. Tea often spilt at this point (if you're on the train).
Battledown Flyover The foreground, and probably just the front of the train, is in SU5950.
Battledown Flyover
The foreground, and probably just the front of the train, is in SU5950.
Farmland near Oakley The public footpath is in the trees in the left of picture.
Farmland near Oakley
The public footpath is in the trees in the left of picture.
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Winter Down Copse is located at Grid Ref: SU5751 (Lat: 51.262507, Lng: -1.1714663)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Basingstoke and Deane

Police Authority: Hampshire

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