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Bury Copse

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Bury Copse

Bracken by the Tarka Trail on Marland Moor
Bracken by the Tarka Trail on Marland Moor Credit: David Smith

Bury Copse is a beautiful woodland area located in Devon, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it is known for its enchanting atmosphere and diverse flora and fauna. The copse is situated near the village of Bury, providing a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The woodland is primarily composed of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy that filters the sunlight and casts a soothing green hue over the forest floor. The trees also provide a habitat for a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, tits, and owls, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

A network of well-maintained footpaths winds through the copse, allowing visitors to explore its hidden corners and discover its natural wonders. As you wander through the woodland, you may come across picturesque streams and small ponds, adding to the overall tranquility of the area.

Bury Copse is also home to a rich array of wildflowers, which carpet the forest floor during the spring and summer months. Bluebells, primroses, and foxgloves are just a few examples of the vibrant blooms that can be found here, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

With its lush greenery, peaceful ambience, and abundant wildlife, Bury Copse offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you are seeking a leisurely stroll or a more immersive nature experience, this enchanting woodland is sure to captivate and rejuvenate all who visit.

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Bury Copse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.871955/-4.1174173 or Grid Reference SS5110. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bracken by the Tarka Trail on Marland Moor
Bracken by the Tarka Trail on Marland Moor
Lower Lodge Close to Kingsford Bridge on the A386 over the Little Mere River.
Lower Lodge
Close to Kingsford Bridge on the A386 over the Little Mere River.
Tarka Trail notices, Petrockstowe station A small car park to the right makes this a spot for starting walks or cycle rides along the trail, which here follows the line of the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway. Going through the gate on the left and turning right will take you past the site of the former station and on through woodland towards Meeth. The wood in the background is Heathmoor Plantation.
Tarka Trail notices, Petrockstowe station
A small car park to the right makes this a spot for starting walks or cycle rides along the trail, which here follows the line of the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway. Going through the gate on the left and turning right will take you past the site of the former station and on through woodland towards Meeth. The wood in the background is Heathmoor Plantation.
Tarka Trail The trail, combining footpath and cycleway, follows the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway across Marland Moor. Discreetly hidden by trees on the left are large clay working spoil heaps.
Tarka Trail
The trail, combining footpath and cycleway, follows the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway across Marland Moor. Discreetly hidden by trees on the left are large clay working spoil heaps.
Otter seats, Tarka Trail Katy Hallett, Sustrans lead artist, designed these mosaic benches, entitled "White Tip and Greymuzzle", beside the trail on Marland Moor. To the right, across the field, is North Meadow Copse. Spoil tips from clay mining (one of the main users of the former railway along which the trail runs) are hidden to the left.
Otter seats, Tarka Trail
Katy Hallett, Sustrans lead artist, designed these mosaic benches, entitled "White Tip and Greymuzzle", beside the trail on Marland Moor. To the right, across the field, is North Meadow Copse. Spoil tips from clay mining (one of the main users of the former railway along which the trail runs) are hidden to the left.
Berry Farm Seen from the lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell, close to a bridge over a stream.
Berry Farm
Seen from the lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell, close to a bridge over a stream.
Lower Lodge Another view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/567513">SS5211 : Lower Lodge</a> from the A386 at Kingsford Bridge over the Little Mere River. The junction on the right is with a lane to Petrockstowe.
Lower Lodge
Another view of SS5211 : Lower Lodge from the A386 at Kingsford Bridge over the Little Mere River. The junction on the right is with a lane to Petrockstowe.
Recycled sign, Petrockstowe station I tried turning this upside down to read the former wording, but it seems to have been re-used several times!
Recycled sign, Petrockstowe station
I tried turning this upside down to read the former wording, but it seems to have been re-used several times!
Tarka Trail The trail, combining footpath and cycleway (NCN route 3), follows the former track of the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway across Bury Moors.
Tarka Trail
The trail, combining footpath and cycleway (NCN route 3), follows the former track of the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway across Bury Moors.
Lane past Berry Farm The lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell passes the spot where <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/567857">SS5010 : Berry Farm</a> was taken.
Lane past Berry Farm
The lane from Petrockstowe to Winswell passes the spot where SS5010 : Berry Farm was taken.
Burymoor Plantation A rather gloomy road that links Petrockstowe station on the Tarka Trail with the A386 near Merton. Burymoor Plantation is on the right; on the left is Baker's Plantation.
Burymoor Plantation
A rather gloomy road that links Petrockstowe station on the Tarka Trail with the A386 near Merton. Burymoor Plantation is on the right; on the left is Baker's Plantation.
Road passing Petrockstowe station site
Road passing Petrockstowe station site
Cott Lane, Petrockstow Looking east towards the main road. Mist filled the valley that morning, hence no background!
Cott Lane, Petrockstow
Looking east towards the main road. Mist filled the valley that morning, hence no background!
Petrockstowe Church The church is dedicated to Saint Petroc.
Petrockstowe Church
The church is dedicated to Saint Petroc.
Tarka Trail in Foxes' Covert The trail follows the line of the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway through woodland as it approaches the Little Mere River.
Tarka Trail in Foxes' Covert
The trail follows the line of the North Devon and Cornwall Junction Light Railway through woodland as it approaches the Little Mere River.
Fields near Petrockstowe A view from the lane (part of NCN route 3) from Petrockstowe to Hembury Gate. The valleys drain to the right towards the Little Mere River. The farm, Deer Park, is in SS5010.
Fields near Petrockstowe
A view from the lane (part of NCN route 3) from Petrockstowe to Hembury Gate. The valleys drain to the right towards the Little Mere River. The farm, Deer Park, is in SS5010.
Ruined windmill Not much remains of this windmill seen from a muddy track near Brightman Hayes
Ruined windmill
Not much remains of this windmill seen from a muddy track near Brightman Hayes
Across Patchill Plantation Looking across the top of the wood, and the valley on whose slopes it lies, from Petrockstow Footpath 3 near the farm at Patchill. The valley drains east (right) towards Petrockstowe Moor (the parish seems to have no final E, unlike the village and the moor). On the left is Hartleigh Wood, largely in SS5008.
Across Patchill Plantation
Looking across the top of the wood, and the valley on whose slopes it lies, from Petrockstow Footpath 3 near the farm at Patchill. The valley drains east (right) towards Petrockstowe Moor (the parish seems to have no final E, unlike the village and the moor). On the left is Hartleigh Wood, largely in SS5008.
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Bury Copse is located at Grid Ref: SS5110 (Lat: 50.871955, Lng: -4.1174173)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Torridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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///centrally.hardback.mutual. Near Hatherleigh, Devon

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