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The Coombe

Valley in Buckinghamshire

England

The Coombe

Bluebells in Dockey Wood There's always a good show here in spring - so much so that the National Trust has to limit access to the woods.
Bluebells in Dockey Wood Credit: Bob Walters

The Coombe, located in Buckinghamshire, England, is a picturesque valley renowned for its natural beauty and historic significance. Nestled amidst the Chiltern Hills, this enchanting valley offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The Coombe is characterized by its rolling hills, lush green meadows, and dense woodlands. The landscape is adorned with a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. The valley is particularly famous for its vibrant bluebell displays during the springtime, attracting visitors from far and wide.

Historically, The Coombe played a crucial role in the region's industrial past. It was home to numerous watermills, which harnessed the power of the nearby river to grind flour and produce paper. The remnants of these mills can still be seen today, adding a touch of historical charm to the valley.

The Coombe offers a range of recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. There are several walking and cycling trails that meander through the valley, providing stunning views and opportunities to explore the surrounding countryside. Additionally, the river that runs through The Coombe allows for fishing and boating activities.

The Coombe, Buckinghamshire, is a hidden gem that showcases the natural beauty and rich history of the area. Whether it's a leisurely stroll through the bluebell-filled meadows or an adventurous hike along the scenic trails, The Coombe offers a delightful experience for all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.831985/-0.59655325 or Grid Reference SP9615. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bluebells in Dockey Wood There's always a good show here in spring - so much so that the National Trust has to limit access to the woods.
Bluebells in Dockey Wood
There's always a good show here in spring - so much so that the National Trust has to limit access to the woods.
B440 Main Road North Towards Edlesborough and Leighton Buzzard.
B440 Main Road North
Towards Edlesborough and Leighton Buzzard.
Track below Gallows Hill and its phone mast Up we go. The mast is like a modern day gallows maybe?
Track below Gallows Hill and its phone mast
Up we go. The mast is like a modern day gallows maybe?
The phone mast below Gallows Hill near Ivinghoe Beacon Not the prettiest - and how did it get located here, near such a prominent, historic site?
The phone mast below Gallows Hill near Ivinghoe Beacon
Not the prettiest - and how did it get located here, near such a prominent, historic site?
Approaching the barrow on Gallows Hill in mist Low cloud or mist cloaks the upland here. Suitable conditions for approaching such a site. The two human figures offer scale.
Approaching the barrow on Gallows Hill in mist
Low cloud or mist cloaks the upland here. Suitable conditions for approaching such a site. The two human figures offer scale.
Bowl barrow on Gallows Hill, below Ivinghoe Beacon The two human figures offer scale. The barrow is a bowl barrow apparently, Bronze Age, and is possibly one of a tight group of four supposedly identified from aerial photos, with this one surviving above ground. No other evidence of the three ploughed out barrow survives. Though who knows? I love a mystery. A very atmospheric spot.
Bowl barrow on Gallows Hill, below Ivinghoe Beacon
The two human figures offer scale. The barrow is a bowl barrow apparently, Bronze Age, and is possibly one of a tight group of four supposedly identified from aerial photos, with this one surviving above ground. No other evidence of the three ploughed out barrow survives. Though who knows? I love a mystery. A very atmospheric spot.
Footpath between Gallows Hill and Ivinghoe Beacon Great walking in these conditions.
Footpath between Gallows Hill and Ivinghoe Beacon
Great walking in these conditions.
Model plane pilots gather on Ivinghoe Beacon in low cloud Great to see these flyers up here today. It is too long since I have seen and enjoyed planes like this flying. Several lie here on the ground either after or prior to flying, and in the distance I detect some in flight. What a great hobby, passion or interest to have.
Model plane pilots gather on Ivinghoe Beacon in low cloud
Great to see these flyers up here today. It is too long since I have seen and enjoyed planes like this flying. Several lie here on the ground either after or prior to flying, and in the distance I detect some in flight. What a great hobby, passion or interest to have.
Info board on the Ridgeway National Trail atop Ivinghoe Beacon One day I will walk this whole trail. From Avebury to here or vice versa, I can't decide yet. It is 87 miles (139 km). Should take a week? Bet it will be cracking.
Info board on the Ridgeway National Trail atop Ivinghoe Beacon
One day I will walk this whole trail. From Avebury to here or vice versa, I can't decide yet. It is 87 miles (139 km). Should take a week? Bet it will be cracking.
The trig point on Ivinghoe Beacon I hope the mist lifts.
The trig point on Ivinghoe Beacon
I hope the mist lifts.
View off Ivinghoe Beacon in low cloud The land below is visible nearby but vanishes into the mist at a range of a few hundred yards. A model plane silently scoots overhead, top left. One of two currently in flight, performing stall turns and loops overhead, closely watched by their respective radio-control pilots and a small crowd of spectators. There were a few near-misses and narrowly averted mid-air collisions, which drew gasps, murmurs and laughter from both the pilots and the onlookers. But the skill and experience of the flyers averted an actual collision. It looks like the model planes are built to withstand a few such incidents, with replaceable parts, components and structures.
View off Ivinghoe Beacon in low cloud
The land below is visible nearby but vanishes into the mist at a range of a few hundred yards. A model plane silently scoots overhead, top left. One of two currently in flight, performing stall turns and loops overhead, closely watched by their respective radio-control pilots and a small crowd of spectators. There were a few near-misses and narrowly averted mid-air collisions, which drew gasps, murmurs and laughter from both the pilots and the onlookers. But the skill and experience of the flyers averted an actual collision. It looks like the model planes are built to withstand a few such incidents, with replaceable parts, components and structures.
Fir tree on Ivinghoe Beacon hillside A prominent evergreen tree that looks as if it may well have been planted here, rather than seeded. Who knows? It prospers, even on such a steep and unstable slope. Typical pine or fir.
Fir tree on Ivinghoe Beacon hillside
A prominent evergreen tree that looks as if it may well have been planted here, rather than seeded. Who knows? It prospers, even on such a steep and unstable slope. Typical pine or fir.
Field edge footpath line towards Crabtree Cottage Was the cottage named after its human residents or the nature of its garden trees I wonder? The latter I would think. The sunshine has now dispersed all mist and cloud - a phenomenon that literally took seconds as we descended Ivinghoe Beacon and the skies, even on the summit behind us, are bright blue.
Field edge footpath line towards Crabtree Cottage
Was the cottage named after its human residents or the nature of its garden trees I wonder? The latter I would think. The sunshine has now dispersed all mist and cloud - a phenomenon that literally took seconds as we descended Ivinghoe Beacon and the skies, even on the summit behind us, are bright blue.
Footpath towards Crabtree Cottage below Ivinghoe Beacon Looking out over lowlands below in burgeoning sunshine.
Footpath towards Crabtree Cottage below Ivinghoe Beacon
Looking out over lowlands below in burgeoning sunshine.
Upper Icknield Way, Pitstone
Upper Icknield Way, Pitstone
Stocks Road at the junction of Upper Icknield Way, Pitstone
Stocks Road at the junction of Upper Icknield Way, Pitstone
An icy fate The track to Gallows Hill is not safe for anything to use as the rain makes the icy surface even more dangerous.
An icy fate
The track to Gallows Hill is not safe for anything to use as the rain makes the icy surface even more dangerous.
Tring Road, Ivinghoe
Tring Road, Ivinghoe
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The Coombe is located at Grid Ref: SP9615 (Lat: 51.831985, Lng: -0.59655325)

Unitary Authority: Buckinghamshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Capacity: 10
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 51.8339118/-0.6030403
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Operator: National Trust
Lat/Long: 51.8305813/-0.6028595
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