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Coppice Wood

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire Hertsmere

England

Coppice Wood

Rolling farmland Farmland occupies most of the western half of TL1804, partially rape fields, but also a children's open farm called Willow's Farm
Rolling farmland Credit: Mike Hartley

Coppice Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Hertfordshire, England. Spanning an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a significant natural landmark in the region. The wood is primarily composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense and diverse canopy overhead.

The woodland is known for its rich biodiversity, providing a habitat for a variety of flora and fauna. Bluebells carpet the forest floor in the spring, creating a stunning display of color. The wood is also home to numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. It is not uncommon to spot squirrels scampering among the branches and deer grazing in the clearings.

Coppice Wood offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life, attracting visitors who seek solace in nature. It is a popular spot for walking, jogging, and picnicking, with well-maintained paths that wind through the forest. The wood is also a favorite destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers, who appreciate its beauty throughout the changing seasons.

Managed by the local council, Coppice Wood is carefully preserved to maintain its natural charm and ecological importance. The management practices include selective tree felling and coppicing, a traditional method of woodland management that involves cutting certain trees to encourage new growth.

Overall, Coppice Wood in Hertfordshire is a haven for nature lovers, offering a tranquil and enchanting experience for all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.729501/-0.28691277 or Grid Reference TL1804. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rolling farmland Farmland occupies most of the western half of TL1804, partially rape fields, but also a children's open farm called Willow's Farm
Rolling farmland
Farmland occupies most of the western half of TL1804, partially rape fields, but also a children's open farm called Willow's Farm
Tyttenhanger House This grade 1 listed building, now converted to offices, sits in Tyttenhanger Park, which occupied most of the square
Tyttenhanger House
This grade 1 listed building, now converted to offices, sits in Tyttenhanger Park, which occupied most of the square
Bowmans Lakes This is one of several lakes used for wash water by Lafarge Sand and Gravel. It is a haven for water birds and fishermen
Bowmans Lakes
This is one of several lakes used for wash water by Lafarge Sand and Gravel. It is a haven for water birds and fishermen
Road Bridge at London Colney Three years ago this area was flooded and much damage was caused to buildings.
Road Bridge at London Colney
Three years ago this area was flooded and much damage was caused to buildings.
Napsbury Hospital London Colney The site is now a housing project, The water tower is being left until last in the hopes that a keen person with half a million pounds will purchase it
Napsbury Hospital London Colney
The site is now a housing project, The water tower is being left until last in the hopes that a keen person with half a million pounds will purchase it
London Colney Bypass A1081 What a difference a bypass can make to a town
London Colney Bypass A1081
What a difference a bypass can make to a town
The Cemetery St Albans Was surprised by the heart shaped balloon flying over that gravestone.
The Cemetery St Albans
Was surprised by the heart shaped balloon flying over that gravestone.
Highfield Hall at Tyttenhanger St Albans The premises are now refurbished as upmarket apartments
Highfield Hall at Tyttenhanger St Albans
The premises are now refurbished as upmarket apartments
St Marks Church Colney Heath Wonder if the congregation stays at home and logs on to the sermons
St Marks Church Colney Heath
Wonder if the congregation stays at home and logs on to the sermons
Pumping Station at Colney Heath This is a pumping station extracting water from one or more borehole. Round the back of the site the North London Society of Model Engineers has a model railway system open on Summer Sunday afternoons.
Pumping Station at Colney Heath
This is a pumping station extracting water from one or more borehole. Round the back of the site the North London Society of Model Engineers has a model railway system open on Summer Sunday afternoons.
Community Hall at Hill End Lane St Albans This building houses play schools and similar activities. The gravel areas in the planting are intended for use as boules rinks by parents.The area was once a hospital so there are hundreds of new houses in the vicinity.
Community Hall at Hill End Lane St Albans
This building houses play schools and similar activities. The gravel areas in the planting are intended for use as boules rinks by parents.The area was once a hospital so there are hundreds of new houses in the vicinity.
Tunnel under the M25 opposite Access to Salisbury Hall This photo illustrates the large amount of filling required to keep the gradient to a reasonable angle.
Tunnel under the M25 opposite Access to Salisbury Hall
This photo illustrates the large amount of filling required to keep the gradient to a reasonable angle.
Lake at Broad Colney Lakes This one is fed from the main lake which is also the course of the River Colne.
Lake at Broad Colney Lakes
This one is fed from the main lake which is also the course of the River Colne.
Library and Clinic at London Colney The prefab construction has a rather grim appearance and the approach is rather bleak
Library and Clinic at London Colney
The prefab construction has a rather grim appearance and the approach is rather bleak
R.C. Church of Our Lady of Walsingham This should be a cinema perhaps. Not my idea of dignity.
R.C. Church of Our Lady of Walsingham
This should be a cinema perhaps. Not my idea of dignity.
Nicholas Breakspear R C School The van tells some of it
Nicholas Breakspear R C School
The van tells some of it
Tyttenhanger: Gravel pit workings Flooded gravel pits to the left with a conveyor belt bringing material into a central batching plant from more distant active workings, the River Colne to the right, and Tyttenhanger Park beyond the trees in the distance, viewed looking southwards.
Tyttenhanger: Gravel pit workings
Flooded gravel pits to the left with a conveyor belt bringing material into a central batching plant from more distant active workings, the River Colne to the right, and Tyttenhanger Park beyond the trees in the distance, viewed looking southwards.
London Colney: Bridge over the River Colne The fine seven arch bridge carrying the main road through London Colney over the River Colne, viewed looking upstream and eastwards. London Colney used to be the last stop on a coaching route from the north into London, and there are two pubs, The Bull and the Green Dragon, on either side of the river. In front of the bridge is a ford.
London Colney: Bridge over the River Colne
The fine seven arch bridge carrying the main road through London Colney over the River Colne, viewed looking upstream and eastwards. London Colney used to be the last stop on a coaching route from the north into London, and there are two pubs, The Bull and the Green Dragon, on either side of the river. In front of the bridge is a ford.
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Coppice Wood is located at Grid Ref: TL1804 (Lat: 51.729501, Lng: -0.28691277)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: Hertsmere

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Parking
Parking: street_side
Lat/Long: 51.7275491/-0.2921089
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Power: tower
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Power: tower
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Crossing
Bicycle: yes
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: no
Horse: yes
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7312312/-0.2897019
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Crossing
Bicycle: yes
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: no
Horse: yes
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7313964/-0.2895493
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Direction: 150
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 10
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7275268/-0.2934163
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