Breaches Copse

Wood, Forest in Hampshire

England

Breaches Copse

Culver Down Monument The monument on Culver Down in memory of Charles Anderson Pelham Earl of Yarborough
Culver Down Monument Credit: Steven Muster

Breaches Copse, located in Hampshire, England, is a picturesque woodland area known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. Covering an approximate area of 100 acres, this enchanting forest is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The copse is characterized by its dense foliage, comprising a mix of deciduous and evergreen trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees create a captivating canopy that provides shade and shelter to a wide range of animals and plants. The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful undergrowth.

One of the highlights of Breaches Copse is its extensive network of walking trails. These well-maintained paths allow visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace, immersing themselves in the peaceful ambiance of nature. Along the way, walkers may encounter various species of birds, such as woodpeckers and songbirds, as well as glimpses of small mammals like squirrels and rabbits.

Breaches Copse also boasts a tranquil stream, meandering through its heart. This babbling brook not only adds to the visual appeal of the woodland but also provides a habitat for aquatic creatures, including frogs and small fish.

Due to its ecological significance, Breaches Copse has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). It serves as a valuable habitat for several protected and rare species, making it an important conservation area.

Overall, Breaches Copse offers a serene and captivating woodland experience, inviting visitors to connect with nature and appreciate the wonders of Hampshire's natural landscape.

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Breaches Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.67451/-1.0968738 or Grid Reference SZ6386. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Culver Down Monument The monument on Culver Down in memory of Charles Anderson Pelham Earl of Yarborough
Culver Down Monument
The monument on Culver Down in memory of Charles Anderson Pelham Earl of Yarborough
The view from Culver Down (of Sandown Bay) This one of many footpaths from the top of Culver Down
The view from Culver Down (of Sandown Bay)
This one of many footpaths from the top of Culver Down
Charolais Bull on Culver Down Looking NNE, Portsmouth in the distance across the Solent.
Charolais Bull on Culver Down
Looking NNE, Portsmouth in the distance across the Solent.
Comma Butterfly on Culver Down She seemed to be drinking the juice from a ripe blackberry.
Comma Butterfly on Culver Down
She seemed to be drinking the juice from a ripe blackberry.
View from Bembridge Down Looking NNE across Bembridge Harbour to the Solent and south coast. Chalk downland with grass, brambles and blackthorn. The Spinnaker Tower <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/53572">SZ6299 : The Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth</a> can be seen left of centre.
View from Bembridge Down
Looking NNE across Bembridge Harbour to the Solent and south coast. Chalk downland with grass, brambles and blackthorn. The Spinnaker Tower SZ6299 : The Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth can be seen left of centre.
Glider approaching Bembridge Airfield From Bembridge Down. The north west end of the air strip (on the left) lies in SZ6287. The Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth can be seen on the right-hand edge of the picture.
Glider approaching Bembridge Airfield
From Bembridge Down. The north west end of the air strip (on the left) lies in SZ6287. The Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth can be seen on the right-hand edge of the picture.
Foreland Beach The weed covered rock pools visible at low tide are in the subject square, the nearer ones marked on the map as Black Rock Ledge while the further line is Long Ledge. Beyond them, across Whitecliff Bay is Culver Down with its monument <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/13226">SZ6385 : Culver Down Monument</a>.
Foreland Beach
The weed covered rock pools visible at low tide are in the subject square, the nearer ones marked on the map as Black Rock Ledge while the further line is Long Ledge. Beyond them, across Whitecliff Bay is Culver Down with its monument SZ6385 : Culver Down Monument.
Beach Hut Garden Some of the beach huts between the coastal path and the foreshore have very elaborate gardens. Looking SE from the coastal path near the Crab & Lobster pub.
Beach Hut Garden
Some of the beach huts between the coastal path and the foreshore have very elaborate gardens. Looking SE from the coastal path near the Crab & Lobster pub.
Chicken Farm at Foreland Fields The Coastal Path heading SW for Sandown from Bembridge skirts a poultry farm at this point.
Chicken Farm at Foreland Fields
The Coastal Path heading SW for Sandown from Bembridge skirts a poultry farm at this point.
Forelands Field Road A couple of stray hens from the poultry farm <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/61589">SZ6587 : Chicken Farm at Foreland Fields</a> wander around on this unadopted road which runs down to the coastal path.
Forelands Field Road
A couple of stray hens from the poultry farm SZ6587 : Chicken Farm at Foreland Fields wander around on this unadopted road which runs down to the coastal path.
Bembridge Windmill This restored windmill stands at an altitude of 35m above the low lying marshlands of the River Yar to its west.(National Trust site)
Bembridge Windmill
This restored windmill stands at an altitude of 35m above the low lying marshlands of the River Yar to its west.(National Trust site)
Whitecliff Bay and Black Rock, near Bembridge Photograph taken from viewpoint at Culver Down looking north east towards Bembridge Foreland
Whitecliff Bay and Black Rock, near Bembridge
Photograph taken from viewpoint at Culver Down looking north east towards Bembridge Foreland
Bembridge Fort Built 1862-1867 against a possible invasion of Napoleon's forces. It had 3 officers and 100 men. It had 2 4" breech loading and 6 muzzle loading guns.
Bembridge Fort
Built 1862-1867 against a possible invasion of Napoleon's forces. It had 3 officers and 100 men. It had 2 4" breech loading and 6 muzzle loading guns.
Sunrise Over Culver Cliff Sunrise over Culvercliff at approx 06:00
Sunrise Over Culver Cliff
Sunrise over Culvercliff at approx 06:00
The view from within Taken from inside Bembridge Windmill
The view from within
Taken from inside Bembridge Windmill
Fields near Bembridge Farm Grassland fields and hedge near Bembridge Farm, looking south towards the monument on Culver Down
Fields near Bembridge Farm
Grassland fields and hedge near Bembridge Farm, looking south towards the monument on Culver Down
Cowslips on Culver Down In May the eastern-most end of Culver Down is covered in Cowslips. As you approach from Sandown Bay in the south-west you spot single plants and small clumps of flowers but as you reach the end of the Down above the chalk cliff there is carpet of bright yellow flowers. Looking North is Whitecliff Bay, to the west and south nothing but the sea far below with occasional boats (the QE2 on this particular day).
Cowslips on Culver Down
In May the eastern-most end of Culver Down is covered in Cowslips. As you approach from Sandown Bay in the south-west you spot single plants and small clumps of flowers but as you reach the end of the Down above the chalk cliff there is carpet of bright yellow flowers. Looking North is Whitecliff Bay, to the west and south nothing but the sea far below with occasional boats (the QE2 on this particular day).
Armada Beacon Armada Beacon on Culver Down with Spithead in the background.
Armada Beacon
Armada Beacon on Culver Down with Spithead in the background.
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Breaches Copse is located at Grid Ref: SZ6386 (Lat: 50.67451, Lng: -1.0968738)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Wight

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Kingswood Centre
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Bus: yes
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Whitecliff Bay
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Duck Pond
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Duck Pond
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Post Box
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Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
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Breaches Copse
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Check Date: 2022-07-24
Information: board
Tourism: information
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Cafe
The Wonky Cafe
Addr City: Bembridge
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: Sandhills Holiday Park
Addr Postcode: PO35 5QB
Addr Street: Peacock Hill
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Hillway
Is In: Bembridge, Isle of Wight
Place: locality
Wikidata: Q5764178
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Stanwell Barn
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Bench
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Hiking: yes
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Steadman Centre
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