Mutton Copse

Wood, Forest in Berkshire

England

Mutton Copse

Mutton Copse is a small woodland area located in Berkshire, England. Situated near the village of Lambourn, it covers an area of approximately 20 acres. The copse is primarily composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy during the summer months.

The woodland is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers. Common bird species found in Mutton Copse include woodpeckers, thrushes, and tits. Additionally, small mammals such as squirrels and rabbits can also be spotted within the woodland.

Mutton Copse is accessible via a network of footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the area and enjoy its natural beauty. The paths wind through the trees, providing a tranquil setting for leisurely walks or picnics. The copse is particularly picturesque in the autumn when the leaves change color, creating a vibrant display.

Managed by the local council, Mutton Copse is well-maintained and offers a safe and peaceful environment for visitors. The woodland is free to enter and open to the public throughout the year. It is recommended to wear appropriate footwear when visiting, as the paths can be muddy and uneven, especially after rainfall.

Overall, Mutton Copse in Berkshire provides a serene escape from the bustling city life, offering a chance to reconnect with nature and enjoy the tranquility of a woodland setting.

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Mutton Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.510946/-1.1555273 or Grid Reference SU5879. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grazing near Goring

JThomas

Gatehampton Road, Goring

This is the view of Goring anybody emerging from Goring & Streatley station gets. In this image the main station buildings, protected by a canopy, are on the immediate left with a covered cycle rack beyond. The late afternoon sunshine catches the buildings further up the road, including a former pub now a Tesco Express, while three teenage boys approach having finished school for the day. The National Rail sign, perched on top of a high pole, completes the scene. Although an ancient settlement, Goring began to develop when the railway arrived in the 1830s and is now a sizeable commuter village with a population in excess of 3,000. Streatley is a smaller place connected to Goring by a bridge over the River Thames.

Stephen McKay

The B4009 at Westridge Green

David Howard

Field entrance in Westridge Green

David Howard

The B4009, Westridge Green

David Howard

Farmland above the River Thames

Farmland above the River Thames, south of Streatley.

Philip Halling

Farmland, Streatley, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Downland, Stichens Green, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Country lane, Lower Basildon, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Downland arable near Westridge Green

The land may be fairly level, but the elevation here is about 165m. Photo taken on a mild but rather sunless afternoon in December.

Stefan Czapski

Old pollard willows on the river bank, downstream from Streatley

There are some very ancient-looking pollard willows along this stretch of the Thames. These are on private land, so I took a zoom shot from close to the A329. These trees also appear in Bill Nicholls' contribution SU5979 : Island in the river near the right-hand margin.

Stefan Czapski