Cow Common

Downs, Moorland in Berkshire South Oxfordshire

England

Cow Common

Footpath towards Westridge Green A public footpath between Aldworth and Westridge Green. Another footpath crosses just ahead: it runs between the B4009 and Bower Farm.
Footpath towards Westridge Green Credit: Oscar Taylor

Cow Common is a vast area of natural beauty situated in the county of Berkshire, England. Covering a total area of approximately 500 acres, it is located within the renowned Berkshire Downs and Moorland region. The common is primarily characterized by its rolling hills, open grasslands, and scattered patches of woodland.

The landscape of Cow Common is dominated by its expansive meadows, where cattle can often be seen grazing peacefully. The grasslands are interspersed with charming hedgerows, adding to the area's picturesque appeal. The common also boasts several small streams that meander through the terrain, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

The biodiversity of Cow Common is impressive, with a wide array of flora and fauna thriving in the area. Wildflowers such as primroses, buttercups, and daisies dot the meadows during the spring and summer months, attracting various species of butterflies and bees. Additionally, the common is home to a diverse range of bird species, including skylarks, yellowhammers, and kestrels.

Visitors to Cow Common can enjoy several recreational activities, including walking, picnicking, and wildlife spotting. The vast expanse of the common provides ample opportunities for exploration and peaceful solitude. The area is well-maintained, with designated footpaths and bridleways ensuring ease of access for visitors.

Overall, Cow Common offers a serene and idyllic escape from the bustling towns and cities of Berkshire. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities make it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the countryside.

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Cow Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.532816/-1.1942934 or Grid Reference SU5581. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath towards Westridge Green A public footpath between Aldworth and Westridge Green. Another footpath crosses just ahead: it runs between the B4009 and Bower Farm.
Footpath towards Westridge Green
A public footpath between Aldworth and Westridge Green. Another footpath crosses just ahead: it runs between the B4009 and Bower Farm.
Footpath towards Westridge Green A public footpath between Aldworth and Westridge Green.
Footpath towards Westridge Green
A public footpath between Aldworth and Westridge Green.
Footpath meets byway near Westridge Green A public footpath meets a byway north west of Westridge Green.
Footpath meets byway near Westridge Green
A public footpath meets a byway north west of Westridge Green.
Byway towards Bower Farm A byway leading towards Bower Farm from Westridge Green.
Byway towards Bower Farm
A byway leading towards Bower Farm from Westridge Green.
Starveall Road, Aldworth
Starveall Road, Aldworth
Starveall Road, Aldworth In case anyone finds themselves in the area this is actually a dead end, which is not indicated at its start.
Starveall Road, Aldworth
In case anyone finds themselves in the area this is actually a dead end, which is not indicated at its start.
Track in Aldworth
Track in Aldworth
Thurle Down Trees across a field, at Thurle Down.
Thurle Down
Trees across a field, at Thurle Down.
Thurle Down Trees on the hill, Thurle Down.
Thurle Down
Trees on the hill, Thurle Down.
Ridgeway Ridgeway at Thurle Down as a farm track merges in from the south.
Ridgeway
Ridgeway at Thurle Down as a farm track merges in from the south.
Start of the Ridgeway Information for walkers and tourists near the end of the public road.
Start of the Ridgeway
Information for walkers and tourists near the end of the public road.
Ambury Road Turning for the byway near Aldworth.
Ambury Road
Turning for the byway near Aldworth.
Near Aldworth Footpath north of Aldworth.
Near Aldworth
Footpath north of Aldworth.
Track and farmland, Aldworth A footpath descending with Westridge Copse on the right, at this juncture just above the Thames valley's fog.
Track and farmland, Aldworth
A footpath descending with Westridge Copse on the right, at this juncture just above the Thames valley's fog.
Byway and farmland, Aldworth Descending from Lowbury Hill to the Ridgeway and towards Compton and a foggy Pang valley.
Byway and farmland, Aldworth
Descending from Lowbury Hill to the Ridgeway and towards Compton and a foggy Pang valley.
The Fair Mile, Aston Tirrold The restricted byway descending gradually towards the A417.
The Fair Mile, Aston Tirrold
The restricted byway descending gradually towards the A417.
Farmland, Cholsey A footpath running along the foot of Unhill Bottom approaches Starveall through a cereal crop.
Farmland, Cholsey
A footpath running along the foot of Unhill Bottom approaches Starveall through a cereal crop.
Wood and farmland, Cholsey Recently cultivated land and the steep wooded south-eastern flank of Unhill Bottom.
Wood and farmland, Cholsey
Recently cultivated land and the steep wooded south-eastern flank of Unhill Bottom.
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Cow Common is located at Grid Ref: SU5581 (Lat: 51.532816, Lng: -1.1942934)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

What 3 Words

///bottle.dwarf.february. Near Goring, Oxfordshire

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Cow Common Town Copse

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