Papist Bushes

Wood, Forest in Berkshire

England

Papist Bushes

Papist Bushes is a woodland area located in Berkshire, England. Situated in the southern part of the county, it is known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. The wood is part of the larger Papist Wood, which covers an area of approximately 100 acres.

The forest is characterized by a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, birch, and pine. These trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The undergrowth is rich in plant diversity, with ferns, bluebells, and wild garlic being some of the common species found in the area.

Papist Bushes is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers. The wood offers several well-marked trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its picturesque landscapes. The tranquil atmosphere and peaceful surroundings make it an ideal location for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

The woodland is also home to a wide range of animal species. Deer, foxes, badgers, and rabbits are often spotted among the trees, while numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, make their nests in the area.

Papist Bushes is managed by the local authorities to preserve its natural beauty and protect its flora and fauna. Various conservation efforts are in place to maintain the wood's ecological balance and ensure its sustainability for future generations to enjoy.

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Papist Bushes Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.51539/-1.1521161 or Grid Reference SU5879. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grazing near Goring

JThomas

Tesco Express, Goring

This building, on the corner of Gatehampton Road and Reading Road, is unmistakeably a former pub - one of many around the country taken over by Tesco for a convenience store. Until it was closed in 2013 it was the Queens Arms, owned by Greene King, and opened by Tesco in August 2017. It is not known exactly when the pub was established; the first known reference was in 1843 but it seems likely that it was more or less contemporary with the nearby railway station opened a few years before.

Stephen McKay

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

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