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Ipsden Wood

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Ipsden Wood

Woodland, Checkendon Beeches to the west of Checkendon Court.
Woodland, Checkendon Credit: Andrew Smith

Ipsden Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. Spanning an area of approximately 500 hectares, this well-preserved forest is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

The wood is characterized by its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a lush and vibrant canopy. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells and other wildflowers during the spring months, making it a popular spot for scenic walks and photography.

Ipsden Wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, with deer, foxes, and badgers frequently spotted among the trees. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the presence of woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds that inhabit the area.

Visitors to Ipsden Wood can enjoy a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails that wind their way through the forest, allowing for leisurely strolls or more challenging hikes. The wood is also intersected by a small stream, adding a tranquil ambiance to the surroundings.

For those interested in history, Ipsden Wood has a rich cultural heritage. The remains of an Iron Age hillfort can be found within its boundaries, providing an insight into the area's ancient past.

Overall, Ipsden Wood offers a peaceful and idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its natural beauty, diverse flora and fauna, and historical significance, it is a true gem of Oxfordshire's countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.543526/-1.027103 or Grid Reference SU6783. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Woodland, Checkendon Beeches to the west of Checkendon Court.
Woodland, Checkendon
Beeches to the west of Checkendon Court.
Pasture and farm buildings, Checkendon Corker's Farm viewed from the footpath passing to its west.
Pasture and farm buildings, Checkendon
Corker's Farm viewed from the footpath passing to its west.
Remains of the Polish Village After WW2 there were a lot of displaced Polish people who needed somewhere to live. Old military buildings provided accommodation for a Polish community here up until the 1960s. Abandoned buildings from that time can still be seen in the woods. History on <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.polishresettlementcampsintheuk.co.uk/checkendon.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.polishresettlementcampsintheuk.co.uk/checkendon.htm">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>
Remains of the Polish Village
After WW2 there were a lot of displaced Polish people who needed somewhere to live. Old military buildings provided accommodation for a Polish community here up until the 1960s. Abandoned buildings from that time can still be seen in the woods. History on LinkExternal link
Another Hut in the Woods Another one of the derelict buildings left over from WW2 which can still be seen in the woods round here. These were lived in up until the 1960s by community of Polish people displaced by the war. History on <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.polishresettlementcampsintheuk.co.uk/checkendon.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.polishresettlementcampsintheuk.co.uk/checkendon.htm">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>
Another Hut in the Woods
Another one of the derelict buildings left over from WW2 which can still be seen in the woods round here. These were lived in up until the 1960s by community of Polish people displaced by the war. History on LinkExternal link
The road to Stoke Row Going through Bear Wood
The road to Stoke Row
Going through Bear Wood
Bear Wood, Stoke Row
Bear Wood, Stoke Row
Stoke Row The road becomes Kit Lane but the maps don't give a name till beyond the end of the village.
Stoke Row
The road becomes Kit Lane but the maps don't give a name till beyond the end of the village.
Stoke Row Green
Stoke Row Green
Stoke Row
Stoke Row
Houses in Stoke Row Looking towards Church View.
Houses in Stoke Row
Looking towards Church View.
Church View, Stoke Row
Church View, Stoke Row
Kit Lane, Stoke Row
Kit Lane, Stoke Row
Basset Wood
Basset Wood
Woods north east of Stoke Row
Woods north east of Stoke Row
The Maharajah's Well, Stoke Row This is an unlikely looking structure to find in an Oxfordshire village. Its origins lie in the friendship that developed between Edward Anderton Reade, the son of a local squire who spent his working life in India, and the Maharajah of Benares. In Victorian times the villages of this part of Oxfordshire had only limited access to clean water bringing considerable hardship to the poor of the area. Learning of these difficulties, the Maharajah - who had remained loyal to the British during the Indian Mutiny of 1857 - determined that a charity should be set up to relieve the problem. The result was a well dug to a depth of 368 feet, a considerable engineering achievement. To honour the Maharajah, who never visited Britain, a splendid well canopy was built incorporating a gold elephant representing the Hindu god Ganesh. The well was used until the beginning of the Second World War although by that time most houses in the village had a mains connection. Today the well has been renovated and preserved and is maintained by the Maharajah's Well Trust. The octagonal cottage to the right was built to house the well warden. The last warden died in 1979 since when it has been rented out to supplement the charity's income.
The Maharajah's Well, Stoke Row
This is an unlikely looking structure to find in an Oxfordshire village. Its origins lie in the friendship that developed between Edward Anderton Reade, the son of a local squire who spent his working life in India, and the Maharajah of Benares. In Victorian times the villages of this part of Oxfordshire had only limited access to clean water bringing considerable hardship to the poor of the area. Learning of these difficulties, the Maharajah - who had remained loyal to the British during the Indian Mutiny of 1857 - determined that a charity should be set up to relieve the problem. The result was a well dug to a depth of 368 feet, a considerable engineering achievement. To honour the Maharajah, who never visited Britain, a splendid well canopy was built incorporating a gold elephant representing the Hindu god Ganesh. The well was used until the beginning of the Second World War although by that time most houses in the village had a mains connection. Today the well has been renovated and preserved and is maintained by the Maharajah's Well Trust. The octagonal cottage to the right was built to house the well warden. The last warden died in 1979 since when it has been rented out to supplement the charity's income.
The Maharajah's Well, Stoke Row This is looking under the canopy of the well where the gold elephant takes pride of place. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7620533">SU6784 : The Maharajah's Well, Stoke Row</a> for a wider view and some historical notes.
The Maharajah's Well, Stoke Row
This is looking under the canopy of the well where the gold elephant takes pride of place. See SU6784 : The Maharajah's Well, Stoke Row for a wider view and some historical notes.
1 Langtree Cottages, Checkendon, Oxfordshire 1906 by Maxwell Ayrton in Arts and Crafts style. (Source:Historic England)
1 Langtree Cottages, Checkendon, Oxfordshire
1906 by Maxwell Ayrton in Arts and Crafts style. (Source:Historic England)
Foundry Cottage, Checkendon, Oxfordshire C17 with C20 windows. Brick ground floor with areas of flint; timber frame to first floor, rendered panels to left, brick infill to right. Old plain tile roof; brick stacks. 2-unit plan. 2-storey, 3-window range. Central 2-panel door with C20 gabled tile porch. 2-light casement to left. 2 single-light casements to right. Three 2-light casements to first floor. Roof hipped to right. Ridge stack to right and end stack to left. (Source:Historic England)
Foundry Cottage, Checkendon, Oxfordshire
C17 with C20 windows. Brick ground floor with areas of flint; timber frame to first floor, rendered panels to left, brick infill to right. Old plain tile roof; brick stacks. 2-unit plan. 2-storey, 3-window range. Central 2-panel door with C20 gabled tile porch. 2-light casement to left. 2 single-light casements to right. Three 2-light casements to first floor. Roof hipped to right. Ridge stack to right and end stack to left. (Source:Historic England)
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Ipsden Wood is located at Grid Ref: SU6783 (Lat: 51.543526, Lng: -1.027103)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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