Coach Road Copse

Wood, Forest in Hampshire Winchester

England

Coach Road Copse

Field view in Meon Valley
Field view in Meon Valley Credit: David Martin

Coach Road Copse is a charming woodland located in Hampshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 20 acres, it is situated near the village of Liss and is easily accessible by road. The copse is part of the larger woodland area known as the South Downs National Park, which is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The copse is predominantly composed of deciduous trees such as oak, beech, and ash, which provide a stunning spectacle of colors during the autumn months. These trees also offer a canopy of shade during the summer, making it an ideal spot for picnics and leisurely walks. The forest floor is covered in a rich carpet of ferns, bluebells, and wildflowers, creating a picturesque setting for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

The copse is intersected by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its various trails at their own pace. These paths lead to picturesque viewpoints, offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside. Wildlife is abundant in Coach Road Copse, with sightings of deer, rabbits, and a variety of bird species being common. Visitors may also come across the occasional badger sett or fox den, adding to the area's natural charm.

The copse is a popular destination for families, dog walkers, and outdoor enthusiasts, who are drawn to its tranquil atmosphere and natural beauty. It is also a favorite spot for birdwatchers, as it attracts a wide variety of avian species throughout the year.

Overall, Coach Road Copse is a hidden gem in Hampshire, offering visitors a chance to reconnect with nature and enjoy the peacefulness of a woodland setting.

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Coach Road Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.933314/-1.1583579 or Grid Reference SU5915. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field view in Meon Valley
Field view in Meon Valley
Village view
Village view
Field edge and distant pylon
Field edge and distant pylon
The A32, Soberton
The A32, Soberton
Wickham Road, Soberton I often use features like power cables to fix my locations more easily.
Wickham Road, Soberton
I often use features like power cables to fix my locations more easily.
Wickham Road, Soberton
Wickham Road, Soberton
Wickham Road, Soberton
Wickham Road, Soberton
Wickham Road, Soberton
Wickham Road, Soberton
Taplands Corner Armsworth Lane from the right meets Plough Lane/Webb Green - there is a name change here,
Taplands Corner
Armsworth Lane from the right meets Plough Lane/Webb Green - there is a name change here,
War memorial, Webbs Green
War memorial, Webbs Green
Old railway embankment, Meon valley The Meon Valley line, which closed in 1968 (passengers 1955).
Old railway embankment, Meon valley
The Meon Valley line, which closed in 1968 (passengers 1955).
Meadow, Meon valley The river forms the far side of the field.
Meadow, Meon valley
The river forms the far side of the field.
Water meadows, Meon Valley Looking upstream with the river on the left.
Water meadows, Meon Valley
Looking upstream with the river on the left.
Old Milestone by the A32, Wickham Road, Meon Valley Carved stone post by the A32, in parish of SOBERTON (WINCHESTER District), Cott Street, hedge line opposite small wood - wind break, on East side of road.   Erected by the County Council in the 19th century. 

Inscription once read:-
(ALTON)
(18)
(Fareham)
(7)
London
(65)
Carved benchmark on face.

Winchester HER listed.   
HER No.: MWC1689 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MWC1689&resourceID=1013" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MWC1689&resourceID=1013">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Milestone Society National ID: HA_LGO65.
Old Milestone by the A32, Wickham Road, Meon Valley
Carved stone post by the A32, in parish of SOBERTON (WINCHESTER District), Cott Street, hedge line opposite small wood - wind break, on East side of road. Erected by the County Council in the 19th century. Inscription once read:- (ALTON) (18) (Fareham) (7) London (65) Carved benchmark on face. Winchester HER listed. HER No.: MWC1689 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: HA_LGO65.
Rainbow over Green Lane The sign is a warning to fly-tippers.
Rainbow over Green Lane
The sign is a warning to fly-tippers.
View across the Meon Valley
View across the Meon Valley
On Green Lane, descending through the wood
On Green Lane, descending through the wood
Southampton Water Looking over the Meon Valley and the Hamble estuary to the amin route into Southampton. The New Forest is beyond the water.
Southampton Water
Looking over the Meon Valley and the Hamble estuary to the amin route into Southampton. The New Forest is beyond the water.
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Coach Road Copse is located at Grid Ref: SU5915 (Lat: 50.933314, Lng: -1.1583579)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Winchester

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Located within 500m of 50.933314,-1.1583579
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 50.9343303/-1.1571916
Power: tower
Ref: 4YC 83
Source: survey
Source Ref: survey
Lat/Long: 50.9352547/-1.15757
Power: tower
Ref: 4YC 84
Source Ref: extrapolation
Lat/Long: 50.9345244/-1.1528708
Power: tower
Ref: 4YC 82
Source: bing
Source Ref: extrapolation
Lat/Long: 50.936035/-1.1624225
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