Goathouse Copse

Wood, Forest in Hampshire Winchester

England

Goathouse Copse

Looking south from Fareham Road Portsdown Hill can be seen in the distance.
Looking south from Fareham Road Credit: Peter Shimmon

Goathouse Copse is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Hampshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 30 acres, this enchanting copse is nestled in the heart of the Hampshire countryside, offering visitors a tranquil and immersive natural experience.

The copse is characterized by its dense canopy of ancient oak and beech trees, which provide a haven for a diverse range of flora and fauna. Walking through the copse, visitors can marvel at the interplay of light and shadow as it filters through the foliage, creating a mesmerizing and ever-changing landscape.

The forest floor is adorned with a vibrant carpet of bluebells during the spring months, transforming the copse into a sea of purple and adding an ethereal quality to the surroundings. In addition to the bluebells, the copse is home to a variety of wildflowers, including primroses, wood anemones, and foxgloves, which add bursts of color to the woodland.

Wildlife enthusiasts will be delighted by the abundance of animal species that call Goathouse Copse their home. The copse provides habitat for a range of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. In addition, visitors may encounter small mammals such as squirrels, rabbits, and hedgehogs, while lucky observers may even catch a glimpse of a deer or a fox roaming through the undergrowth.

Goathouse Copse is a sanctuary for nature lovers, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, wildlife spotting, or simply appreciating the beauty of nature, this enchanting woodland provides an immersive experience that delights all who visit.

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Goathouse Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.898224/-1.1361531 or Grid Reference SU6011. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking south from Fareham Road Portsdown Hill can be seen in the distance.
Looking south from Fareham Road
Portsdown Hill can be seen in the distance.
Holy Trinity Church, Newtown
Holy Trinity Church, Newtown
Junction on Shoot Hill
Junction on Shoot Hill
Fareham Road, Worlds End
Fareham Road, Worlds End
The Horse and Jockey, Worlds End
The Horse and Jockey, Worlds End
Shoot Hill at the junction of Common Lane
Shoot Hill at the junction of Common Lane
Field on Common Lane, Walton Heath
Field on Common Lane, Walton Heath
Common Lane, Walton Heath
Common Lane, Walton Heath
Inquisitive bullocks on Common Lane Last week a herd of sheep came out to meet me, which was unusual, and this time the bullocks all came to the fence but I didn't have time to make a fuss of them.
Inquisitive bullocks on Common Lane
Last week a herd of sheep came out to meet me, which was unusual, and this time the bullocks all came to the fence but I didn't have time to make a fuss of them.
Southwick Road, North Boarhunt
Southwick Road, North Boarhunt
Southwick Road, North Boarhunt
Southwick Road, North Boarhunt
Southwick Road, North Boarhunt
Southwick Road, North Boarhunt
Path in West Walk Woods
Path in West Walk Woods
Hipley: footbridge, nr. Bunns Lane A footbridge over a ditch on a public footpath.
Hipley: footbridge, nr. Bunns Lane
A footbridge over a ditch on a public footpath.
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Church Road, Newtown, Denmead Parish Annulus finial - 4 arms; Hampshire Parish halo by the UC road, in parish of Denmead (Winchester District), Newtown, Church Road junction with Ingoldfield Lane, and Hundred Acres Road, at crossroads.

To be surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: HA_SU6113.
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Church Road, Newtown, Denmead Parish
Annulus finial - 4 arms; Hampshire Parish halo by the UC road, in parish of Denmead (Winchester District), Newtown, Church Road junction with Ingoldfield Lane, and Hundred Acres Road, at crossroads. To be surveyed Milestone Society National ID: HA_SU6113.
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Church Road, Denmead parish Annulus finial - 3 arms; Hampshire Parish halo by the UC road, in parish of Denmead (Winchester District), Church Road T-junction at Martins Corner.

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: HA_SU6112
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Church Road, Denmead parish
Annulus finial - 3 arms; Hampshire Parish halo by the UC road, in parish of Denmead (Winchester District), Church Road T-junction at Martins Corner. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: HA_SU6112
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Shoot Hill, Boarhunt parish No finial - 3 arms; by the UC road, in parish of Boarhunt (Winchester District), Ashlands, junction of Shoot Hill with Fareham Road and Common Lane, on grass island.

To be surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: HA_SU6110
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Shoot Hill, Boarhunt parish
No finial - 3 arms; by the UC road, in parish of Boarhunt (Winchester District), Ashlands, junction of Shoot Hill with Fareham Road and Common Lane, on grass island. To be surveyed Milestone Society National ID: HA_SU6110
Looking north on Shoot Hill
Looking north on Shoot Hill
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Goathouse Copse is located at Grid Ref: SU6011 (Lat: 50.898224, Lng: -1.1361531)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Winchester

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Located within 500m of 50.898224,-1.1361531
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: PO17 51
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 50.8997484/-1.1418828
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 50.8956973/-1.1409052
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