Spring Coppice

Wood, Forest in Buckinghamshire

England

Spring Coppice

Information board at Sheepwash in Prestwood, Bucks Yet another informative and engaging board.
Information board at Sheepwash in Prestwood, Bucks Credit: Jeremy Bolwell

Spring Coppice is a picturesque woodland area located in the county of Buckinghamshire, England. Situated near the village of Great Missenden, this beautiful forest spans over an area of approximately 100 acres and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers.

The woodland is primarily composed of native British trees such as oak, beech, and birch, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The dense canopy of trees provides shelter to a wide variety of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and numerous bird species.

Spring Coppice is known for its carpet of bluebells that bloom in the spring, transforming the forest floor into a sea of vibrant blue. This natural phenomenon attracts visitors from far and wide, who come to witness the breathtaking beauty of the bluebell woods.

The forest offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore and immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. These paths meander through the woodlands, providing opportunities for peaceful walks, picnics, and birdwatching.

Managed by the local authorities, Spring Coppice also serves as an important educational site. It hosts various workshops and guided tours, providing visitors with insights into the local flora and fauna, as well as the importance of conservation.

Overall, Spring Coppice in Buckinghamshire is a haven for nature lovers, offering a serene and enchanting environment where visitors can unwind, connect with nature, and appreciate the beauty of the British woodland.

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Spring Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.691815/-0.76994924 or Grid Reference SU8599. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Information board at Sheepwash in Prestwood, Bucks Yet another informative and engaging board.
Information board at Sheepwash in Prestwood, Bucks
Yet another informative and engaging board.
Pond at Sheepwash in Prestwood, Bucks A little haven for nature; newts, frogs, insects etc.
Pond at Sheepwash in Prestwood, Bucks
A little haven for nature; newts, frogs, insects etc.
Glimpse into an underground reservoir at Prestwood in Bucks I like these sort of places.
Glimpse into an underground reservoir at Prestwood in Bucks
I like these sort of places.
Signage on a new fence beside the footpath A few signs here to make dog walkers aware of the precautions they need to take when near livestock. The fencing, gate and barbed wire also sends a message. Perhaps there has been an incident of dogs worrying livestock, or worse...
Signage on a new fence beside the footpath
A few signs here to make dog walkers aware of the precautions they need to take when near livestock. The fencing, gate and barbed wire also sends a message. Perhaps there has been an incident of dogs worrying livestock, or worse...
New fencing and barbed wire beside the footpath The message is a firm, but fair, "stay on the footpath!" and keep your dog(s) under control. 

Most dog walkers are very responsible, wise and considerate but of course there are a minority, as in any sector, who spoil it for all...

If a landowner has gone to this effort and expense I assume there must have been an incident of stock being lost to dogs...
New fencing and barbed wire beside the footpath
The message is a firm, but fair, "stay on the footpath!" and keep your dog(s) under control. Most dog walkers are very responsible, wise and considerate but of course there are a minority, as in any sector, who spoil it for all... If a landowner has gone to this effort and expense I assume there must have been an incident of stock being lost to dogs...
Fenced footpath at the field edge Previously unfenced.
Fenced footpath at the field edge
Previously unfenced.
Notice on a tree on the footpath The landowner is at pains here to ensure dog walkers keep their dogs away from their valuable livestock.
Notice on a tree on the footpath
The landowner is at pains here to ensure dog walkers keep their dogs away from their valuable livestock.
Small herd of Red Poll cows and calves in a field corner Great to see this breed here, with calves, happily gathering in a field corner.

Red Poll Society <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.redpoll.org/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.redpoll.org/">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> here.
Small herd of Red Poll cows and calves in a field corner
Great to see this breed here, with calves, happily gathering in a field corner. Red Poll Society LinkExternal link here.
Summer meadows near Prestwood, Bucks Summer, ahhh....
Summer meadows near Prestwood, Bucks
Summer, ahhh....
Summer meadows near Prestwood, Bucks A cut meadow under an August sun.
Summer meadows near Prestwood, Bucks
A cut meadow under an August sun.
Owl nestbox in an Oak tree I hope this gets used.
Owl nestbox in an Oak tree
I hope this gets used.
Field corner near Prestwood A sunny little corner.
Field corner near Prestwood
A sunny little corner.
Old style road sign near Prestwood, Bucks Harder to read than modern roadsigns.
Old style road sign near Prestwood, Bucks
Harder to read than modern roadsigns.
Path up a summer meadow near Prestwood A quiet path close to a copse.
Path up a summer meadow near Prestwood
A quiet path close to a copse.
Shady dell inside a copse near Prestwood My son and I entered the copse expecting to find Deer - and we did, a doe with one or two young. They stopped and looked at us. We stopped and looked at them. I remembered to get my camera ready and took this shot as they decided to leave! What a perfect shelter for them..
Shady dell inside a copse near Prestwood
My son and I entered the copse expecting to find Deer - and we did, a doe with one or two young. They stopped and looked at us. We stopped and looked at them. I remembered to get my camera ready and took this shot as they decided to leave! What a perfect shelter for them..
Old gateway in grassland This area has been allowed to run wild. Great.
Old gateway in grassland
This area has been allowed to run wild. Great.
Ponies keep away from the flies in a paddock The ponies look happy to be well cared for.
Ponies keep away from the flies in a paddock
The ponies look happy to be well cared for.
Ponies in a paddock near Prestwood These friendly pair came over to chat...
Ponies in a paddock near Prestwood
These friendly pair came over to chat...
Show me another place!

Spring Coppice is located at Grid Ref: SU8599 (Lat: 51.691815, Lng: -0.76994924)

Unitary Authority: Buckinghamshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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