Fisher's Copse

Wood, Forest in Berkshire

England

Fisher's Copse

The Garden House, Stanford Dingley, Berkshire Early C18. Red brick with moulded plat band. Moulded brick eaves cornice, old tile roof with end stacks and parapets, and 3 gabled dormers with casements. 2 storeys and attic; 3 bays, glazing bar sashes with exposed wooden boxes and gauged heads. Central glazed door with radial fanlight and doorcase with triangular pediment supported on plain brackets.

(Source:Historic England)
The Garden House, Stanford Dingley, Berkshire Credit: Oswald Bertram

Fisher's Copse is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Berkshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

The copse is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, predominantly consisting of oak, beech, and ash. These towering trees provide a haven for a wide variety of flora and fauna, making it a biodiverse habitat. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and enchanting atmosphere.

The woodland is crisscrossed with several well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. These pathways wind through the trees, offering glimpses of sunlight filtering through the foliage and casting dappled shadows on the forest floor. It is not uncommon to come across small streams and brooks meandering through the copse, adding to its serene charm.

The copse is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including various species of birds, squirrels, badgers, and deer. Birdwatchers can spot a multitude of avian species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. The woodland's tranquil atmosphere also attracts a wide array of butterflies and other insects, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Fisher's Copse offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. Its stunning scenery, well-maintained trails, and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking solace and tranquility in the heart of Berkshire.

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Fisher's Copse Images

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The Garden House, Stanford Dingley, Berkshire Early C18. Red brick with moulded plat band. Moulded brick eaves cornice, old tile roof with end stacks and parapets, and 3 gabled dormers with casements. 2 storeys and attic; 3 bays, glazing bar sashes with exposed wooden boxes and gauged heads. Central glazed door with radial fanlight and doorcase with triangular pediment supported on plain brackets.

(Source:Historic England)
The Garden House, Stanford Dingley, Berkshire
Early C18. Red brick with moulded plat band. Moulded brick eaves cornice, old tile roof with end stacks and parapets, and 3 gabled dormers with casements. 2 storeys and attic; 3 bays, glazing bar sashes with exposed wooden boxes and gauged heads. Central glazed door with radial fanlight and doorcase with triangular pediment supported on plain brackets. (Source:Historic England)
The Spring, Standford Dingley, Berkshire Late C16 with C20 additions. Timber framed with angled braces, brick ground floor, first floor plaster panels, and tile hung gable end to left. Old tile roof with catslide to rear, part to right with slightly lower eaves; central ridge stack, and ridge stack off-centre to right. 3 framed bays to left. 2 storeys. 3 first floor 2-light C20 leaded casements, 4 ground floor C20 leaded casements, canted bay second from left with hipped tile roof. 

(Source:Historic England)
The Spring, Standford Dingley, Berkshire
Late C16 with C20 additions. Timber framed with angled braces, brick ground floor, first floor plaster panels, and tile hung gable end to left. Old tile roof with catslide to rear, part to right with slightly lower eaves; central ridge stack, and ridge stack off-centre to right. 3 framed bays to left. 2 storeys. 3 first floor 2-light C20 leaded casements, 4 ground floor C20 leaded casements, canted bay second from left with hipped tile roof. (Source:Historic England)
Village house, Bradfield Southend, Berkshire
Village house, Bradfield Southend, Berkshire
The Queen's Head, Bradfield Southend, Berkshire
The Queen's Head, Bradfield Southend, Berkshire
Country lane, Tutts Clump, Berkshire
Country lane, Tutts Clump, Berkshire
Field boundary, Bradfield, Berkshire
Field boundary, Bradfield, Berkshire
Avenue of Oaks, Bucklebury, Berkshire The inner row of oaks was planted to celebrate a visit by Elizabeth I and the outer row to commemorate Wellington's victory at Waterloo in 1815. 

(Source:website of the Bucklebury Estate)

The gate posts were erected in 2015 to mark the marriage of Catherine Middleton, a resident of the village, to Prince William.
Avenue of Oaks, Bucklebury, Berkshire
The inner row of oaks was planted to celebrate a visit by Elizabeth I and the outer row to commemorate Wellington's victory at Waterloo in 1815. (Source:website of the Bucklebury Estate) The gate posts were erected in 2015 to mark the marriage of Catherine Middleton, a resident of the village, to Prince William.
New Way from the Cricket Ground New Way is one of the residential streets which surround the large cricket ground which occupies the prime spot in the centre of the village.
New Way from the Cricket Ground
New Way is one of the residential streets which surround the large cricket ground which occupies the prime spot in the centre of the village.
Houses in Heath Road
Houses in Heath Road
Rolling the Pitch Routine groundwork on the village cricket field.
Rolling the Pitch
Routine groundwork on the village cricket field.
Cleared for Cables A view in the woods on Bucklebury Common where a power line cuts a swathe through the trees.
Cleared for Cables
A view in the woods on Bucklebury Common where a power line cuts a swathe through the trees.
Path between Paddocks A short public footpath cutting a corner between two lanes.
Path between Paddocks
A short public footpath cutting a corner between two lanes.
The Pang Valley near Bradfield The River Pang is the only tributary catchment of any size to join the Thames between Abingdon and Reading.
The Pang Valley near Bradfield
The River Pang is the only tributary catchment of any size to join the Thames between Abingdon and Reading.
Paths meet at the gate A convergence of footpaths by Fisher's Copse.
Paths meet at the gate
A convergence of footpaths by Fisher's Copse.
Bonfire in the wood Something on fire near some stables.
Bonfire in the wood
Something on fire near some stables.
Barn conversion, Kimberhead Farm Looking east from the footpath across rush pasture in the Pang valley.
Barn conversion, Kimberhead Farm
Looking east from the footpath across rush pasture in the Pang valley.
Poplar plantation near Folly Bridge A few standard oak trees are surrounded by the planted poplars.
Poplar plantation near Folly Bridge
A few standard oak trees are surrounded by the planted poplars.
Poplar plantation near Folly Bridge Looking north-west towards Frogmoor Farm.
Poplar plantation near Folly Bridge
Looking north-west towards Frogmoor Farm.
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Fisher's Copse is located at Grid Ref: SU5971 (Lat: 51.44063, Lng: -1.1455011)

Unitary Authority: West Berkshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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