Barton Copse

Wood, Forest in Devon West Devon

England

Barton Copse

West Road after Gregory's Bridge Credit: Mr Ignavy

Barton Copse is a beautiful woodland area located in Devon, England. Covering an area of approximately 30 hectares, this ancient forest is home to a rich diversity of flora and fauna. The woodland is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees such as oak, ash, and beech, creating a lush and vibrant canopy overhead.

Visitors to Barton Copse can enjoy peaceful walks through the winding paths that meander through the trees, providing opportunities to spot a variety of wildlife including deer, squirrels, and a multitude of bird species. The forest floor is carpeted with a lush carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the woodland.

Barton Copse is a popular destination for nature lovers, photographers, and hikers looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. The forest is also a valuable habitat for a number of rare and protected species, making it an important conservation area in the region.

Overall, Barton Copse is a hidden gem in Devon, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking to reconnect with the natural world.

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Barton Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.825624/-4.1417878 or Grid Reference SS4905. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

West Road after Gregory's Bridge

Mr Ignavy

Crossing Gregory's Bridge

The stream is known as Mussel Brook, it flows from left to right in this view and will shortly join the river Torridge.

Mr Ignavy

Entering Sheepwash on West Road

Mr Ignavy

Centre of Sheepwash

Long distance cyclists often pass through here and make good use of the community shop.

Mr Ignavy

Houses on East Street

With a view of the central square.

Mr Ignavy

Centre of Sheepwash

Mr Ignavy

The Half Moon Inn

Mr Ignavy

Community shop - Sheepwash

It still has a post office counter.

Mr Ignavy

War memorial - Sheepwash

Mr Ignavy

The Half Moon Inn

Mr Ignavy

Crossing Sheepwash Bridge

I quote from a local history (Devon Perspectives): "Sheepwash Bridge across the Torridge to the south of the village was built in the 17th century. After the only son of the wealthy local landowner John Tosbury was swept away while crossing the ford when the river was in spate, his grief-stricken father underwrote the building and maintenance of a bridge in memory of his drowned son. By 1695 trustees had been appointed to secure the upkeep of the bridge. As the income from the Tosbury estates proved more than sufficient to maintain the bridge, John gave instructions that the surplus be used for the benefit of the people of Sheepwash. So the Bridgeland Trust was born and to this day it provides for deserving cases of hardship in the community, as well as going towards the upkeep of the church and chapel."

Mr Ignavy

Sheepwash Bridge to Hatherleigh

A pleasant lane which more or less follows the Torridge valley. Liable to flooding.

Mr Ignavy

Sheepwash Bridge to Hatherleigh

Country lane which is also a sector of the National Cycle Route 27.

Mr Ignavy

Sheepwash Bridge to Hatherleigh

Mr Ignavy

Footpath and access road to Warren Farm

The first part of this track follows the line of the dismantled Southern Railway Halwill and Torrington line; there was formerly a level crossing for the road and railway here

David Smith

The Golden Inn, Highampton

Repainted since 2007 when it was white SS4804 : Highampton: Golden Inn (also white in Google Streetview in 2011)

David Smith

A3072 west of Highampton

Approaching the end of the 30mph speed limit zone; on the left deep ditch and bank at the roadside bordering fields which slope south to a small stream

David Smith