Pitland Copse

Wood, Forest in Hampshire Basingstoke and Deane

England

Pitland Copse

Monk Sherborne Road, Ramsdell Credit: Oscar

Pitland Copse is a charming woodland located in the county of Hampshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, this picturesque forest offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The copse is predominantly made up of native deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which provide a rich and diverse habitat for a wide range of wildlife. Walking through the forest, visitors can expect to see a variety of birds, such as woodpeckers and nuthatches, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits.

The woodland floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells in the spring, creating a stunning display of color and fragrance. In the summer, the canopy provides welcome shade, making it an ideal place for a leisurely stroll or a family picnic. As autumn arrives, the leaves change to vibrant hues of red, orange, and gold, painting a picture-perfect scene.

Pitland Copse is intersected by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. These paths lead to charming clearings and hidden glades, providing opportunities for nature observation and quiet reflection. The forest is also home to a small pond, attracting a variety of water-loving creatures.

Accessible by car, Pitland Copse offers ample parking facilities nearby. The copse is open to the public throughout the year, and there is no entrance fee. It is advisable to wear sturdy footwear and bring insect repellent, especially during the summer months. Pitland Copse is a true gem of Hampshire, offering a peaceful and enchanting experience for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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Pitland Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.322906/-1.1537748 or Grid Reference SU5958. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Monk Sherborne Road, Ramsdell

Oscar

Christ Church, Ramsdell

A small Victorian (1867) church of flint walls with red brick accents and stone tracery details. The church is Grade II listed Link

Oscar

Charlie's Cattery, Pamber End

On Aldermaston Road (the A340).

Oscar

Farmland near Baughurst

This square is largely farmland and a network of minor roads. This view was taken near the footpath, at the intersection in the adjacent square. The view looks southeast along the road.

Pam Brophy

St Stephen's near Baughurst

This square is mostly farmland and also contains this church. This view taken from the only spot where one can get the whole building in the picture comfortably, is from the north east.

Pam Brophy

St Stephen's and the graveyard, near Baughurst

This view of the church and gravestones, backlit against the late afternoon sun, was taken from more or less the east side of the church. The church is surrounded by the graveyard on three sides, the west side of the church being right on the boundary of the church grounds.

Pam Brophy

Paddock near Browning Hill Green

This square being largely farmland also has a paddock or two. This paddock is in the north western section of the square.

Pam Brophy

Farmland near Stratton Manor

This view (where the road takes a sharp turn) shows the entrance to Stratton Manor on the left and the farmland behind the trees is in the east section of the square.

Pam Brophy

A Neat Haystack near Coombe House Farm

This square is farmland but also contains Brownhill Copse and two other smaller copses.

Pam Brophy

Barley Field near Coombe House Farm

The square is currently planted with more than one type of crop. This barley field is in the south western section of the square.

Pam Brophy

St Peter's near Tadley Place

This square is mostly farmland but also contains the Church of St Peter. The church has a new cemetery and with a new lych gate at its entrance. This new cemetery is opposite the church.

Pam Brophy

Skyers Farm Ramsdell

Skyers Farm looking south from the road to Ramsdell.

Nygel Gardner

Ramsdell Village Church

This picturesque church is by the crossroads in the centre of the village of Ramsdell

Nygel Gardner

Portway to Old Sarum

The route of Portway, the old Roman road from Calleva (Silchester) to Old Sarum (Salisbury), and the South Coast. It runs in a straight line to the right of the wood which can be seen to the left of the image, almost directly above the middle of the gates.

Colin Bates