Coneygear Wood

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Coneygear Wood

A4130 at Gangsdown Hill
A4130 at Gangsdown Hill Credit: Colin Pyle

Coneygear Wood is a charming woodland located in Oxfordshire, England. Situated near the village of Cuddesdon, it covers an area of approximately 40 acres and is an enchanting destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers alike.

The wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a rich and diverse habitat for various flora and fauna. The canopy of the trees forms a dense cover, allowing only dappled sunlight to filter through, creating a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere.

A network of well-maintained footpaths meanders through the wood, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore its beauty and immerse themselves in nature. These paths lead visitors through picturesque glades, where wildflowers bloom in abundance during the spring and summer months, adding vibrant colors to the landscape.

The wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a multitude of bird species. Birdwatchers will delight in the opportunity to spot woodpeckers, owls, and other woodland birds in their natural habitat.

Coneygear Wood is not only a haven for wildlife but also serves as an important educational resource. Visitors can learn about woodland management and conservation through interpretation boards scattered throughout the wood, which provide information about the flora, fauna, and history of the area.

Overall, Coneygear Wood offers visitors a chance to connect with nature, enjoy serene walks, and observe the beauty of a natural woodland ecosystem in the heart of Oxfordshire.

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Coneygear Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.585673/-1.0285415 or Grid Reference SU6787. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A4130 at Gangsdown Hill
A4130 at Gangsdown Hill
A4130 at Nuffield village boundary
A4130 at Nuffield village boundary
A4130 at Port Hill
A4130 at Port Hill
Layby on Gangsdown Hill west on Nettlebed
Layby on Gangsdown Hill west on Nettlebed
Light Snow at The Maker Space The Crown at Nuffield was a lovely traditional pub in the Brakspears of Henley estate, but like so many country pubs these days couldn't keep going. It was closed for a long time <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5583827">SU6787 : The Crown closed inn beside the A4130</a> but happily is now open again as The Maker Space (at The Crown) aiming more at the coffee, cake and light meals market, and also as a craft centre.
Light Snow at The Maker Space
The Crown at Nuffield was a lovely traditional pub in the Brakspears of Henley estate, but like so many country pubs these days couldn't keep going. It was closed for a long time SU6787 : The Crown closed inn beside the A4130 but happily is now open again as The Maker Space (at The Crown) aiming more at the coffee, cake and light meals market, and also as a craft centre.
Cottages on the edge of Nettlebed Common This group of cottages sit facing the northern edge of Nettlebed Common but within the parish of Swyncombe.
Cottages on the edge of Nettlebed Common
This group of cottages sit facing the northern edge of Nettlebed Common but within the parish of Swyncombe.
Digberry Farm, Huntercombe Lane The farm sits within a large square earthwork of unknown age measuring 200 metres across.
Digberry Farm, Huntercombe Lane
The farm sits within a large square earthwork of unknown age measuring 200 metres across.
Cottages at Park Corner Looking north along the footpath from Huntercombe End.
Cottages at Park Corner
Looking north along the footpath from Huntercombe End.
The Ridgeway The Ridgeway by Straights Plantation heading to Ewelme Park
The Ridgeway
The Ridgeway by Straights Plantation heading to Ewelme Park
Hedge Laying There may well have been a competition or exhibition on how to do this at Nuffield Place some time.
Hedge Laying
There may well have been a competition or exhibition on how to do this at Nuffield Place some time.
Couple of Sheds No doubt built the same time as the house at Nuffield Place <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4811296">SU6787 : Plaque by the Shed</a>
Couple of Sheds
No doubt built the same time as the house at Nuffield Place SU6787 : Plaque by the Shed
Plaque by the Shed The plaque was presented to the Radcliffe Maternity Home by Lord Nuffield in 1931, no doubt rescued from the former site after it was sold.
Plaque by the Shed
The plaque was presented to the Radcliffe Maternity Home by Lord Nuffield in 1931, no doubt rescued from the former site after it was sold.
Lady Nuffield Car A wonderful old Wolseley in the garage at Nuffield Place
Lady Nuffield Car
A wonderful old Wolseley in the garage at Nuffield Place
Posters in the Garage 1 Some of the period posters in the garage at Nuffield Place
Posters in the Garage 1
Some of the period posters in the garage at Nuffield Place
Posters in the Garage 2 Some period posters in the garage at Nuffield Place
Posters in the Garage 2
Some period posters in the garage at Nuffield Place
Picnic Time Picnic hamper all packed in the back of Lady Nuffield's car at Nuffield Place
Picnic Time
Picnic hamper all packed in the back of Lady Nuffield's car at Nuffield Place
Garage at Nuffield Place The garage at Nuffield Place where Lady Nuffield kept her car
Garage at Nuffield Place
The garage at Nuffield Place where Lady Nuffield kept her car
Morris Morris Ten Four on show at Nuffield Place by one of the National Trust members
Morris
Morris Ten Four on show at Nuffield Place by one of the National Trust members
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Coneygear Wood is located at Grid Ref: SU6787 (Lat: 51.585673, Lng: -1.0285415)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.585673,-1.0285415
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Markings: no
Lat/Long: 51.5846539/-1.0276174
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Lat/Long: 51.58203/-1.0245783
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Lat/Long: 51.5817583/-1.0260683
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Lat/Long: 51.5815233/-1.0272567
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Lat/Long: 51.5813133/-1.0283783
The Crown
Disused Amenity: pub
Note: Pub is permanently closed. Pub sign taken down.
Wikidata: Q26312007
Lat/Long: 51.5840108/-1.0267339
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 51.5865619/-1.0300863
Bus Stop
Nuffield Place
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
Naptan AtcoCode: 340000417CRO
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Nuffield Place
Naptan Indicator: Outside
Naptan Landmark: Nuffield Place
Naptan NaptanCode: oxfampdm
Naptan Street: Gangsdown Hill
Naptan Verified: no
Old Name: The Crown Inn PH
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.5840799/-1.0259537
Bus Stop
Nuffield Place
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
Naptan AtcoCode: 340000417OPP
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Nuffield Place
Naptan Indicator: Opposite
Naptan Landmark: Bus Shelter
Naptan NaptanCode: oxfgjwpt
Naptan Street: Gangsdown Hill
Naptan Verified: no
Old Name: The Crown Inn PH
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.584048/-1.0254216
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.5851099/-1.0213853
Toilets
Wheelchair: no
Wheelchair Description: Domestic 1930's style toilets inside building. Accessible WC in garden.
Lat/Long: 51.5849149/-1.0215005
Cafe
Bobbie's Cafe
Toilets Wheelchair: no
Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/documents/access-guide/1431730088034-nuffield-place.pdf
Wheelchair: limited
Wheelchair Description: Entrance has ramp and manual sliding doors, small step down inside. Hearing Loop at counter not working (Oct 2016 visit)
Lat/Long: 51.5848349/-1.0215247
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: wall_loops
Capacity: 4
Covered: no
Fee: no
Source: Local Knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.5853851/-1.021604
Toilets
Lat/Long: 51.5854183/-1.0216727
Post Box
Lat/Long: 51.5835981/-1.0236996
Addr Housename: Nuffield Place
Level: 1
Operator: Natoinal Trust Enterprises
Shop: gift
Toilets Wheelchair: no
Wheelchair: no
Wheelchair Description: On first floor above Billie's Cafe. Access by stairs only. All toilets in house are domestic 1930's style.
Lat/Long: 51.5848817/-1.0215556
Cafe
The Maker Space
Lat/Long: 51.5843265/-1.0271263
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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