Long Coppice

Wood, Forest in Huntingdonshire Huntingdonshire

England

Long Coppice

Apartment block, Alconbury Weald Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Long Coppice is a picturesque wood located in Huntingdonshire, a county in the East of England. Covering an area of approximately 20 hectares, it is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it an important natural habitat in the region.

The wood is primarily composed of mixed deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense and vibrant canopy during the summer months. In addition to these prominent species, Long Coppice also boasts a variety of smaller trees and shrubs, such as hawthorn and hazel, adding to its ecological richness.

The forest floor is adorned with a plethora of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, which create a stunning display of color in the springtime. This vibrant undergrowth serves as a vital food source and shelter for many woodland creatures, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species.

Long Coppice is not only a haven for wildlife but also offers recreational opportunities for visitors. There are well-maintained footpaths and trails that wind through the wood, allowing individuals to explore its beauty while enjoying a peaceful walk or a picnic amidst nature. The tranquil atmosphere and the enchanting natural surroundings make it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers alike.

With its rich biodiversity and serene ambiance, Long Coppice is an invaluable asset to the local environment and a cherished destination for those seeking solace in nature.

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Long Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.381302/-0.22360903 or Grid Reference TL2177. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Apartment block, Alconbury Weald

Jonathan Thacker

Bridge at Alconbury, A14

N Chadwick

A14 exit to B1043

Contrary to usual practice for motorways and trunk roads, this junction is apparently not numbered.

Robin Webster

B1043 bridge over A14(M)

There is only about a mile of A14(M) before it joins the A1(M).

Robin Webster

A14 The A14 is a major road running 127 miles from Felixstowe to the Catthorpe Interchange, the junction of the M1 and M6 motorways near Rugby. The road connects East Anglia with the West Midlands and The North.
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A14

The A14 is a major road running 127 miles from Felixstowe to the Catthorpe Interchange, the junction of the M1 and M6 motorways near Rugby. The road connects East Anglia with the West Midlands and The North. Wikipedia: Link

N Chadwick

B1043 turning, A14

N Chadwick

Bridge at Alconbury, A14(M)

N Chadwick

A14(M) northbound

About to merge into the A1(M) near Alconbury Airbase, operated by the U.S. Airforce.

Julian P Guffogg

RAF Alconbury Memorial

RAF Alconbury memorial dedication to 19 airmen of the 95th bomb group who lost their lives when a 500lb bomb exploded accidentally.

Chris Lowe

Nearing to the A14 junction

B1043 nearing the A14 junction

Shaun Ferguson

Original WWII structure

Former control tower on the Alconbury Airfield now known as Alconbury Weald. Location is approximate as development work has obliterated original reference points. The structure is likely to be preserved as a link to the former activity in this area.

Michael Trolove

Gymnasium and cafe building

New building on Alconbury Weald formerly USAF Alconbury. Location is approximate as re-alignment of the roads and general construction work and map data all need to catch up. Link

Michael Trolove

RAF Alconbury

Old buildings on part of the redeveloped RAF Alconbury site.

Peter McDermott

Old Milestone by the B1090, Ermine Street, Alconbury

Huntingdon stone by the B1090 (was A1), in parish of Alconbury (Huntingdonshire District), Ermine Street, beside a roundabout behind McDonald's restaurant, on grass verge. Broken since surveyed 2004 Inscription once read:- : (Huntingdon / 4) : : (London / 63) : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1130243 Link

Milestone Society National ID: HU_LYA63

Milestone Society

Ermine Street, Alconbury

I am fairly certain of the location, but the Google view is ten years old, where there are no street lights or road signs ahead, and the trees are far lower. But there is a left turn only here which was Top Farm and is now Cambridgeshire Sand and Gravel and has a larger entrance for all the lorries, requiring new road markings here which were also absent in 2009. But it definitely is running along the A14 as the fence and lighting on the parallel road are the same as is the shape of the road itself.

David Howard