Beech Wood

Wood, Forest in Devon North Devon

England

Beech Wood

Bishop’s Tawton: entrance to Shilstone Farm Looking south
Bishop’s Tawton: entrance to Shilstone Farm Credit: Martin Bodman

Beech Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Devon, England. Spanning over an area of approximately 100 acres, this wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The wood is primarily dominated by beech trees, which lend their name to this enchanting woodland.

The dense canopy of the beech trees creates a cool and shady atmosphere, making it an ideal place for a leisurely walk on a hot summer's day. The forest floor is covered in a lush carpet of ferns, wildflowers, and moss, adding to the wood's natural beauty. As visitors explore the wood, they will encounter a variety of wildlife, such as squirrels, badgers, and a plethora of bird species. The wood is particularly renowned for its vibrant birdlife, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Beech Wood offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the peaceful ambiance of the forest. The trails wind through the wood, leading visitors to hidden clearings, babbling brooks, and stunning viewpoints. The wood also features a picnic area, providing a perfect spot for families and friends to enjoy a meal amidst nature's tranquility.

Additionally, Beech Wood is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), recognizing its ecological importance and the rare species of flora and fauna it supports. The wood is actively managed by local conservation organizations to preserve its unique biodiversity.

Overall, Beech Wood in Devon is a captivating destination for those seeking solace in nature, offering a delightful blend of serene surroundings, breathtaking views, and abundant wildlife.

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Beech Wood Images

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Bishop’s Tawton: entrance to Shilstone Farm Looking south
Bishop’s Tawton: entrance to Shilstone Farm
Looking south
Bishop’s Tawton: lane to Bickell Cross Looking north
Bishop’s Tawton: lane to Bickell Cross
Looking north
Swimbridge: grass harvest Gathering mown grass for silage at Bickle Farm
Swimbridge: grass harvest
Gathering mown grass for silage at Bickle Farm
Shilstone Farm Farms and  farm buildings in the geographical area North Devon. (The administrative area governed by North Devon District Council covers a slightly different area.)
Shilstone Farm
Farms and farm buildings in the geographical area North Devon. (The administrative area governed by North Devon District Council covers a slightly different area.)
Tawstock: Paramount Mill An animal feeds depot, looking south-south-east on the lane between Comber’s Cross and Bridgetown
Tawstock: Paramount Mill
An animal feeds depot, looking south-south-east on the lane between Comber’s Cross and Bridgetown
Bishop’s Tawton: the Taw Looking downstream from a footbridge near Chapelton Station on the Tarka Line. The river here is said to be favoured by kingfishers.
Bishop’s Tawton: the Taw
Looking downstream from a footbridge near Chapelton Station on the Tarka Line. The river here is said to be favoured by kingfishers.
Tawstock: Chapelton Station The station house is now a private residence; its platform no longer in use. Passengers use a second platform this side of the track. The crossing leads to a footbridge over the Taw and on to Herner and Yeotown
Tawstock: Chapelton Station
The station house is now a private residence; its platform no longer in use. Passengers use a second platform this side of the track. The crossing leads to a footbridge over the Taw and on to Herner and Yeotown
Tawstock: train on the Tarka Line Approaching, but not stopping, at Chapelton Station: a train from Barnstaple to Exeter crossing a bridge over the Langham Lake, a tributary of the river Taw.
Tawstock: train on the Tarka Line
Approaching, but not stopping, at Chapelton Station: a train from Barnstaple to Exeter crossing a bridge over the Langham Lake, a tributary of the river Taw.
Tawstock: Chapelton Lane to farm
Tawstock: Chapelton
Lane to farm
Bishop’s Tawton: Great Fisherton Once a farmhouse, its farm buildings now appear to belong to the neighbouring Little Fisherton. Some cob evident on the first floor
Bishop’s Tawton: Great Fisherton
Once a farmhouse, its farm buildings now appear to belong to the neighbouring Little Fisherton. Some cob evident on the first floor
Bishop’s Tawton: lane to Heaton Cleave is reachable but not on tarmac: it means driving through a gated farmyard at Heaton and then on by an unsurfaced track
Bishop’s Tawton: lane to Heaton
Cleave is reachable but not on tarmac: it means driving through a gated farmyard at Heaton and then on by an unsurfaced track
Bishop’s Tawton: Great Westacott Seen from the lane to Heanton with woods in Tawstock parish, the far side of the Taw valley, beyond
Bishop’s Tawton: Great Westacott
Seen from the lane to Heanton with woods in Tawstock parish, the far side of the Taw valley, beyond
Bishop’s Tawton: lane near Heaton Leading to Higher and Lower Woolstone
Bishop’s Tawton: lane near Heaton
Leading to Higher and Lower Woolstone
Bishop’s Tawton: towards Codden Hill Looking north-north-west
Bishop’s Tawton: towards Codden Hill
Looking north-north-west
Bishop’s Tawton: Little Halmpstone Converted cottages by a back lane
Bishop’s Tawton: Little Halmpstone
Converted cottages by a back lane
Bishop’s Tawton: Lower Woolstone By the entrance to the farm
Bishop’s Tawton: Lower Woolstone
By the entrance to the farm
Bishop’s Tawton: Higher Woolstone Seen from the lane to Great Fisherton. The farmhouse now appears to be a residence
Bishop’s Tawton: Higher Woolstone
Seen from the lane to Great Fisherton. The farmhouse now appears to be a residence
Bishop’s Tawton: parkland at Herner The parkland is part of the Hall estate. The mid-Victorian, neo-Elizabethan house, is barely visible through the trees, to the left. It has been a seat of the Chichester family for centuries. At Herner is a chapel of ease built in 1888
Bishop’s Tawton: parkland at Herner
The parkland is part of the Hall estate. The mid-Victorian, neo-Elizabethan house, is barely visible through the trees, to the left. It has been a seat of the Chichester family for centuries. At Herner is a chapel of ease built in 1888
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Beech Wood is located at Grid Ref: SS5827 (Lat: 51.027609, Lng: -4.0135105)

Administrative County: Devon

District: North Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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