Coldnorton Wood

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Coldnorton Wood

No Trace of The Fox This place now has no resemblance to earlier photos here.
Graham Horn&#039;s picture from 15 years ago shows the building which used to be on this site until a few years ago. Then it was a large pub &quot;The Fox&quot; <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/348561">SU6779 : The Fox at Cane End</a>
A later picture of mine <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2083210">SU6779 : Palm Tree (Ex Fox)</a> shows it as an Indian restaurant &quot;The Palm Tree.&quot;
In my caption at the time I wished them luck in this tricky out of town location.
Not to be. After yet another spell as a Thai restaurant the place finally closed its doors.
Now demolished and replaced by these new houses. The only clues are the pub style sign post which now carries the developer&#039;s name board and the new cul de sac which is called Fox Heath Gardens.. — No Trace of The Fox Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Coldnorton Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Oxfordshire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, this enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 300 acres and is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. The wood is predominantly made up of native broadleaf trees, such as oak, beech, and ash, which provide a stunning display of colors throughout the changing seasons.

The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its tranquil surroundings and enjoy the tranquility of nature. These paths wind their way through the forest, leading to hidden clearings, babbling brooks, and patches of wildflowers. The diverse flora and fauna found within Coldnorton Wood make it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds.

Coldnorton Wood is also home to a rich array of wildlife. Squirrels, rabbits, and foxes can be observed going about their daily routines, while lucky visitors may even catch a glimpse of the elusive deer that roam the forest. The wood provides an important habitat for many smaller creatures, including insects, butterflies, and woodland floor-dwelling animals.

The wood is managed by a dedicated team of conservationists, ensuring its preservation and sustainability. This management includes regular tree planting, maintaining clearings for wildflowers, and monitoring the health of the woodland ecosystem. Coldnorton Wood welcomes visitors throughout the year, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in nature's embrace.

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Coldnorton Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.512339/-1.0009637 or Grid Reference SU6979. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

No Trace of The Fox

This place now has no resemblance to earlier photos here. Graham Horn's picture from 15 years ago shows the building which used to be on this site until a few years ago. Then it was a large pub "The Fox" SU6779 : The Fox at Cane End A later picture of mine SU6779 : Palm Tree (Ex Fox) shows it as an Indian restaurant "The Palm Tree." In my caption at the time I wished them luck in this tricky out of town location. Not to be. After yet another spell as a Thai restaurant the place finally closed its doors. Now demolished and replaced by these new houses. The only clues are the pub style sign post which now carries the developer's name board and the new cul de sac which is called Fox Heath Gardens..

Des Blenkinsopp

Farmland, Sonning Common

Andrew Smith

Ploughing the headland, Sonning Common

Looking north-east from Peppard Road towards the corner of Young Wood.

Simon Mortimer

Ploughing the headland, Sonning Common

Looking north-east from Peppard Road towards the corner of Young Wood.

Simon Mortimer

Sonning Common

The centre of this sprawling commuter village. There is no obvious connection with the village of Sonning on the Thames, 8km to the south-east

Rosalind Mitchell

Catholic church of St Michael, Sonning Common

On Peppard Road, B481, which bypasses the main village. The footpath to the right leads to Woodlands Avenue and the village centre.

Graham Horn

Odd numbers : Even numbers

Sedgefield Close of course. Somehow at the time this sign just seemed odd. Even now it still does.

Graham Horn

Orchard Avenue

Typical residential street in Sonning Common.

Graham Horn

Newfield Road

South Oxfordshire District Council have erected many street name plates to this pattern incorporating their logo. It looks wooden but in fact is a hardened plastic.

Graham Horn

Edge of Sonning Common

The village stops abruptly at farmland. There are oak trees nearby this last property, but this one happens to be a silver birch.

Graham Horn

Footpath to Sonning Common

One of those direct cross-field paths that still leads purposefully to its destination, Newfield Road in Sonning Common.

Graham Horn

The Butcher's Arms, Sonning Common

Taken on a rather dull October day. A large 1930s-built traditional style pub, with a beer garden.

Rose and Trev Clough

Supermarket and Village Hall, Wood Lane

Somerfield's is on the corner of Woodlands Road. The building to the left of it, with clock tower, is the Village Hall.

Rose and Trev Clough

The Greyhound

Country pub / restaurant currently run by celeb-chef Anthony Worral Thompson.

Des Blenkinsopp

Old Copse, Sonning Common

Beeches in the north of the wood which is managed by the Woodland Trust and has general public access in addition to the public footpaths.

Andrew Smith

Orchard Avenue, Sonning Common

A typical scene in this large commuter village where most of the houses are post-war constructions.

Andrew Smith

Church of Christ the King, Sonning Common

Sonning Common's C of E church. It's not a parish church however. Although Sonning Common is a much larger village it's still officially part of Kidmore End parish. The village itself is a fairly new community. As the name suggests, this was common land for the village of Sonning some distance away beside the Thames. At the time of the Civil War and later there were no settlements here at all. It remained an area of wood and heath until with the growth of Reading and improved transport the village began to develop. This accounts for why it appears more like a detached suburb in the country rather than a traditional old village.

Des Blenkinsopp