Popple's Coppice

Wood, Forest in Northamptonshire

England

Popple's Coppice

Salter's Tree, Marholm Road Bridleway crossing. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://langdyke.org.uk/welcome-to-langdyke-countyside-trust/about-langdyke/walks/the-salters-way-walk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://langdyke.org.uk/welcome-to-langdyke-countyside-trust/about-langdyke/walks/the-salters-way-walk/">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> , describing a local &#039;Salter&#039;s Way&#039; walk, which takes the bridleway to the left says: &quot;‘Salter’s’ is significant. There is a Salter’s Way and Salter’s Wood as well as families of Salter’s living around here. We know there was a gibbet and a great elm tree which some villagers remember. A man called Salter may have been hanged or hanged himself from it but most likely it was the place where medieval salt traders met to do business outside of the village.&quot; — Salter's Tree, Marholm Road Credit: Tim Heaton

Popple's Coppice is a renowned woodland area located in Northamptonshire, England. Covering an extensive area, it is considered one of the most picturesque and biodiverse forests in the region. The coppice is situated in the heart of the countryside, surrounded by scenic landscapes and rolling hills.

The woodland is predominantly composed of broad-leaved trees, with oak, beech, and ash being the most common species. These majestic trees provide a dense canopy that allows only dappled sunlight to filter through, creating a tranquil and enchanting atmosphere. The forest floor is adorned with a vibrant carpet of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, especially during springtime.

Popple's Coppice is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts. Birdwatchers can spot various species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and warblers. The forest also provides a habitat for mammals like deer, foxes, and badgers, while the nearby streams and ponds attract amphibians and reptiles.

The woodland offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their leisure. Hikers can choose from a range of routes, varying in length and difficulty, and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the forest. The woodland also provides an excellent opportunity for photography, with its stunning vistas and diverse flora and fauna.

In conclusion, Popple's Coppice is a captivating woodland in Northamptonshire, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.

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Popple's Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.594808/-0.32830125 or Grid Reference TF1300. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Salter's Tree, Marholm Road

Bridleway crossing. Link

, describing a local 'Salter's Way' walk, which takes the bridleway to the left says: "‘Salter’s’ is significant. There is a Salter’s Way and Salter’s Wood as well as families of Salter’s living around here. We know there was a gibbet and a great elm tree which some villagers remember. A man called Salter may have been hanged or hanged himself from it but most likely it was the place where medieval salt traders met to do business outside of the village."

Tim Heaton

Bridleway along the edge of Crickety Park

The stone wall probably defines the boundary of the Milton Hall estate. The path to the left crosses the Peterborough Milton Golf Club course.

Tim Heaton

Peterborough Milton Golf Club course

Parched 6th fairway - but the greens were green. Link

Tim Heaton

Marsh Marigolds at Castor Hanglands

Marsh Marigolds grow in the damp areas at Castor Hanglands, a National Nature Reserve west of Peterborough.

Katie

Castor Hanglands NNR

Castor Hanglands was formerly a hunting ground for local kings. Now it's a nature reserve with an interesting mix of habitats. The fencing is to keep the Fallow Deer out.

Katie

Bridleway and farmland northeast of Castor

Iain Macaulay

Marholm church

View of St Mary's Church, Marholm.

Katie

View to Steeping Wood

Terry Butcher

Open Farmland near Milton Park

Path leading into open farmland near Milton Park to the west of Peterborough.

Mike Bardill

Belsize Farm

Belsize Farm near the village of Marholm.

Mike Bardill

Stamford Lodge - Milton Park

Stamford Lodge stands at the entrance to one of the driveways leading into Milton Park.

Mike Bardill

Marholm Village Centre

Marholm is a pretty little village just outside the city of Peterborough. The view has the essentials of a typical village scene - the village green with its sign, war memorial and a pub in the distance.

Mike Bardill

Gated Wall nr Marholm, Peterborough

One of the gates in the drystone wall surrounding Milton Park, nr Marholm, Peterborough.

Terry McKenna

Southern entrance to Castor Hanglands NNR, a few miles west of Peterborough

The signs on the gate warn that Dexter cattle are grazing within the reserve. Elsewhere are signs warning walkers to be aware of the bull!

Terry McKenna

A47 at Ailsworth, Peterborough, looking west

The A47 looking west as it passes beneath Helpston Road, Ailsworth, Peterborough. The break in the central barrier serves as a crossing for pedestrians and is signed as such on each carriageway. The road is quiet on Sundays - anyone using this crossing at any other time, risks life or limb!

Terry McKenna

Old gate in Castor Hanglands NNR

An old gate on the eastern edge of Castor Hanglands NNR, nr Peterborough. The photograph was taken in April; the field beyond had already been seeded and come the Summer will be covered with golden corn.

Terry McKenna

Peterborough Milton Golf Club

Peterborough Milton Golf Club has a fine, well-established par 71 parkland course set in the grounds of the Fitzwilliam Estate, many of the holes being played in full view of Milton Hall. Link

Julian Dowse