Foxhole Covert

Wood, Forest in Bedfordshire

England

Foxhole Covert

Bridleway up towards Shuttleworth College
Bridleway up towards Shuttleworth College Credit: Philip Jeffrey

Foxhole Covert is a picturesque woodland area located in Bedfordshire, England. Spanning over an expansive area, it is known for its dense forest and diverse wildlife. The woodland is tucked away in a tranquil setting, providing a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers.

The woodland is predominantly composed of tall, majestic trees such as oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy that filters sunlight, creating a cool and shaded environment. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of leaf litter, giving it a natural and rustic appearance.

Foxhole Covert is home to a variety of wildlife species, making it a haven for nature lovers and wildlife photographers. Visitors can spot a range of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The woodland also provides a habitat for small mammals such as squirrels, foxes, and deer, which can occasionally be seen roaming through the trees.

The woodland offers several walking trails that allow visitors to explore the beauty of the forest. These paths wind through the trees, offering glimpses of ponds and clearings along the way. The trails are well-maintained and suitable for all levels of fitness, making it accessible to a wide range of visitors.

Foxhole Covert is a popular destination for families, nature lovers, and those seeking solace in nature. Its serene atmosphere, vibrant wildlife, and natural beauty make it a must-visit location for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the tranquility of the Bedfordshire countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.074617/-0.3353112 or Grid Reference TL1443. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridleway up towards Shuttleworth College
Bridleway up towards Shuttleworth College
Bridleway towards the airfield
Bridleway towards the airfield
Bridleway heading east
Bridleway heading east
A splash of autumn on Warden Road
A splash of autumn on Warden Road
Permissive path alongside the road to Old Warden
Permissive path alongside the road to Old Warden
Waymarker detail form photograph [[6985073]]
Waymarker detail form photograph [[6985073]]
Permissive bridleway heading north
Permissive bridleway heading north
Stanford Road, Southill
Stanford Road, Southill
Church End : thatched cottage Grade II listed - <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1222403" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1222403">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>.
Church End : thatched cottage
Grade II listed - LinkExternal link.
Old Warden : Shuttleworth  College Built as Old Warden Park 1875-1880 to a design by architect Henry Clutton.
Old Warden : Shuttleworth College
Built as Old Warden Park 1875-1880 to a design by architect Henry Clutton.
Old Warden : Shuttleworth College
Old Warden : Shuttleworth College
Church End : Ongley Mausoleum Situated in the churchyard of St Leonard's Church, the Ongley family mausoleum is Grade II listed - <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1222432?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1222432?section=official-list-entry">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>.
Church End : Ongley Mausoleum
Situated in the churchyard of St Leonard's Church, the Ongley family mausoleum is Grade II listed - LinkExternal link.
Church End : Church of St Leonard Grade I listed - extensively described at this <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1274774?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1274774?section=official-list-entry">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>.
Church End : Church of St Leonard
Grade I listed - extensively described at this LinkExternal link.
Thatched Cottage, Old Warden
Thatched Cottage, Old Warden
Disused railway bridge This 3 arch bridge (No. HIB18) takes the Southill road over the old Bedford to Hitchin line of the Midland Railway.  Before St. Pancras Station and the line from Bedford to London was built, Midland Railway trains accessed the GNR's Kings Cross station via Hitchin.  After the new line was built, the line became a backwater, and was closed to passengers in 1961 and to freight in 1964.
Disused railway bridge
This 3 arch bridge (No. HIB18) takes the Southill road over the old Bedford to Hitchin line of the Midland Railway. Before St. Pancras Station and the line from Bedford to London was built, Midland Railway trains accessed the GNR's Kings Cross station via Hitchin. After the new line was built, the line became a backwater, and was closed to passengers in 1961 and to freight in 1964.
Railway bridge near Ireland This old railway bridge is on the disused Bedford to Hitchin line of the Midland Railway which was fully closed in 1964.
Railway bridge near Ireland
This old railway bridge is on the disused Bedford to Hitchin line of the Midland Railway which was fully closed in 1964.
Stonehill Field, Old Warden, Beds Stonehill Field on the Shuttleworth Estate has mostly droughty, sandy soils; in the valley is the Old Warden Park lake and beyond that a reservoir for irrigation.
Stonehill Field, Old Warden, Beds
Stonehill Field on the Shuttleworth Estate has mostly droughty, sandy soils; in the valley is the Old Warden Park lake and beyond that a reservoir for irrigation.
Southill Park Woods, Bedfordshire Southill Park is near Biggleswade, Bedfordshire.  Southill is a charming estate village dominated by Southill Park, home of the Whitbread Family since 1795. Samuel Whitbread I founded the famous brewery of the same name. Before the Whitbread Family, Southill Park was home to the Byngs. In All Saints Church lies the body of Admiral Sir John Byng who was blamed for the loss of Minorca to the French and executed on the deck of his own ship in 1757.
Southill Park Woods, Bedfordshire
Southill Park is near Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. Southill is a charming estate village dominated by Southill Park, home of the Whitbread Family since 1795. Samuel Whitbread I founded the famous brewery of the same name. Before the Whitbread Family, Southill Park was home to the Byngs. In All Saints Church lies the body of Admiral Sir John Byng who was blamed for the loss of Minorca to the French and executed on the deck of his own ship in 1757.
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Foxhole Covert is located at Grid Ref: TL1443 (Lat: 52.074617, Lng: -0.3353112)

Unitary Authority: Central Bedfordshire

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

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Keeper's Cottage
Board Type: history
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.0776166/-0.3338397
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Source: GPS
Lat/Long: 52.0759626/-0.3326384
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