Copden Wood

Wood, Forest in Kent Tunbridge Wells

England

Copden Wood

Sissinghurst Castle Garden - The White Garden Looking into the famous "White Garden" from the tower of Sissinghurst Castle. This National Trust garden (designed by Vita Sackville-West) has a series of garden "rooms", all with a particular theme. The White Garden has white plants (foliage and/or flowers).
Sissinghurst Castle Garden - The White Garden Credit: Pete Chapman

Copden Wood is a stunning woodland located in the county of Kent, in southeastern England. Situated near the village of Copden Green, the wood covers an area of approximately 150 acres and is a significant part of the local landscape. With its beautiful natural setting, Copden Wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers alike.

The wood is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, ash, and beech, creating a rich and diverse habitat for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the woodland's charm and natural beauty. The wood is also home to an abundance of bird species, including woodpeckers, jays, and various songbirds.

A network of well-maintained footpaths winds through Copden Wood, allowing visitors to explore the area and appreciate its natural wonders. These trails offer opportunities for leisurely walks, jogging, or even picnicking amidst the tranquil surroundings. The wood is also a popular spot for educational visits, as it provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the local flora and fauna and the importance of woodland conservation.

Copden Wood is easily accessible by car or public transportation, with ample parking available nearby. The wood is open to the public year-round, although it is particularly enchanting during the spring and summer months when the trees are in full bloom, and the woodland is bursting with life. It is a true haven for nature lovers, offering a peaceful and immersive experience in the heart of Kent's countryside.

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Sissinghurst Castle Garden - The White Garden Looking into the famous "White Garden" from the tower of Sissinghurst Castle. This National Trust garden (designed by Vita Sackville-West) has a series of garden "rooms", all with a particular theme. The White Garden has white plants (foliage and/or flowers).
Sissinghurst Castle Garden - The White Garden
Looking into the famous "White Garden" from the tower of Sissinghurst Castle. This National Trust garden (designed by Vita Sackville-West) has a series of garden "rooms", all with a particular theme. The White Garden has white plants (foliage and/or flowers).
Sissinghurst Castle Sissinghurst Castle was home to Vita Sackville-West and her husband Sir Harold Nicolson. It is now owned by the National Trust.
Sissinghurst Castle
Sissinghurst Castle was home to Vita Sackville-West and her husband Sir Harold Nicolson. It is now owned by the National Trust.
Sissinghurst Castle
Sissinghurst Castle
Cottages at Frogshole near Biddenden
Cottages at Frogshole near Biddenden
Sissinghurst Oast House
Sissinghurst Oast House
Sissinghurst Castle Gardens
Sissinghurst Castle Gardens
Three Chimneys pub near Biddenden, Kent
Three Chimneys pub near Biddenden, Kent
Hedgerow restoration Once the hedgerow has established, the fences can be removed so returning biodiversity to the field boundaries here in Kent.
Hedgerow restoration
Once the hedgerow has established, the fences can be removed so returning biodiversity to the field boundaries here in Kent.
Lake at Sissinghurst Castle The eastern of the two lakes on the Hammer Stream, in the rain.
Lake at Sissinghurst Castle
The eastern of the two lakes on the Hammer Stream, in the rain.
Oast Houses at Sissinghurst
Oast Houses at Sissinghurst
Sissinghurst - entrance range
Sissinghurst - entrance range
Window at Sissinghurst In the tower where Vita Sackville-West did most of her writing
Window at Sissinghurst
In the tower where Vita Sackville-West did most of her writing
Lime Walk at Sissinghurst
Lime Walk at Sissinghurst
Sissinghurst - view across the orchard View from the tower across the orchard towards the gazebo and Kent countryside beyond
Sissinghurst - view across the orchard
View from the tower across the orchard towards the gazebo and Kent countryside beyond
Sissinghurst - entrance range & farmhouse View southwest from the tower to the entrance range and farmhouse
Sissinghurst - entrance range & farmhouse
View southwest from the tower to the entrance range and farmhouse
Sissinghurst - view from the orchard
Sissinghurst - view from the orchard
Sissinghurst - the tower from the orchard One of the many superb vistas created by Vita Sackville-West
Sissinghurst - the tower from the orchard
One of the many superb vistas created by Vita Sackville-West
Sissinghurst - view from the tower Looking towards the Elizabethan barn, with the courtyard and priest's house in the foreground
Sissinghurst - view from the tower
Looking towards the Elizabethan barn, with the courtyard and priest's house in the foreground
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Copden Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ8137 (Lat: 51.108683, Lng: 0.59198423)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Tunbridge Wells

Police Authority: Kent

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