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Brightley Wood

Wood, Forest in Devon North Devon

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Brightley Wood

Umberleigh Station An early morning train to Barnstaple calls at this rural halt.
Umberleigh Station Credit: Stephen McKay

Brightley Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Devon, England. Situated near the town of Okehampton, it covers an area of approximately 100 acres. The wood is characterized by its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, ash, and birch, creating a vibrant and lush forest landscape.

As one of the few remaining ancient woodlands in the region, Brightley Wood boasts a rich history and provides an important habitat for a variety of wildlife. The woodland floor is covered with a carpet of bluebells in the spring, creating a stunning display of color. It is also home to various bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds, making it a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

Visitors to Brightley Wood can enjoy a network of well-maintained footpaths that wind through the forest, providing opportunities for leisurely walks or more adventurous hikes. The paths are accessible year-round, allowing visitors to experience the changing beauty of the wood in different seasons.

The wood is managed by a local conservation organization, which ensures the preservation of its natural beauty and encourages sustainable practices. Conservation efforts include the planting of new trees and the removal of invasive species to maintain the wood's ecological balance.

Brightley Wood offers a tranquil and serene escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature and appreciate the beauty of this ancient woodland.

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Brightley Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.984219/-3.9796743 or Grid Reference SS6122. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Umberleigh Station An early morning train to Barnstaple calls at this rural halt.
Umberleigh Station
An early morning train to Barnstaple calls at this rural halt.
Umberleigh Bridge The road bridge over the River Taw at Umberleigh is at the centre of the image.
Umberleigh Bridge
The road bridge over the River Taw at Umberleigh is at the centre of the image.
The River Taw at Umberleigh Taken from the Road Bridge. The Bridge in the distance carries the railway line.
The River Taw at Umberleigh
Taken from the Road Bridge. The Bridge in the distance carries the railway line.
Mobile phone pole at Fisherton This mobile phone pole a site belonging to O2 with a joint T-Mobile installation on it stands on a small farm at Fisherton near to Atherington above the Taw Valley near Umberleigh. There are good views south through the Taw Valley.
Mobile phone pole at Fisherton
This mobile phone pole a site belonging to O2 with a joint T-Mobile installation on it stands on a small farm at Fisherton near to Atherington above the Taw Valley near Umberleigh. There are good views south through the Taw Valley.
Autumn view from centre of grid square Grazing land on Devon Culm. Knapp Wood is on upper left, which is natural woodland.
Autumn view from centre of grid square
Grazing land on Devon Culm. Knapp Wood is on upper left, which is natural woodland.
Umberleigh Village in Taw Valley Umberleigh is a scattered village but it is also a postal district serving several other villages. This shot shows the geographical location between a steep wooded escarpment and alluvial land. The Taw is in spate on the left and the Tarka Line railway runs into the station centre right. It is served by the A377 which runs from Exeter to Barnstaple which is hidden in trees West of the river.
Umberleigh Village in Taw Valley
Umberleigh is a scattered village but it is also a postal district serving several other villages. This shot shows the geographical location between a steep wooded escarpment and alluvial land. The Taw is in spate on the left and the Tarka Line railway runs into the station centre right. It is served by the A377 which runs from Exeter to Barnstaple which is hidden in trees West of the river.
Weirmarsh Farm Weirmarsh Farm on a sunny February afternoon. The Farmyard lies between the A377 and the River Taw.
Weirmarsh Farm
Weirmarsh Farm on a sunny February afternoon. The Farmyard lies between the A377 and the River Taw.
Devon Culm Subsoil This is what is under your feet in this part of Devon. The subsoil is very stony and well-drained with a thin but fertile topsoil with a high clay content. This bank was cut into a fairly steep hillside. Agriculturally, this type of land is mainly used for grazing or forestry.
Devon Culm Subsoil
This is what is under your feet in this part of Devon. The subsoil is very stony and well-drained with a thin but fertile topsoil with a high clay content. This bank was cut into a fairly steep hillside. Agriculturally, this type of land is mainly used for grazing or forestry.
River Taw in spate at Smallmarsh This is a typical occurrence after heavy rainfall especially over Dartmoor to the south
River Taw in spate at Smallmarsh
This is a typical occurrence after heavy rainfall especially over Dartmoor to the south
Tarka Line to Barnstaple This is the Exeter to Barnstaple railway line heading north down the Taw valley through flooded fields
Tarka Line to Barnstaple
This is the Exeter to Barnstaple railway line heading north down the Taw valley through flooded fields
Maize field in Taw valley Seen from the A377. The river runs a little way beyond the trees. The far side of the valley is in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SS6222">SS6222</a>.
Maize field in Taw valley
Seen from the A377. The river runs a little way beyond the trees. The far side of the valley is in SS6222.
Southwood From the point at which High Bickington Bridleway 4 diverges from the farm track to Snape, this view looks across a field to the group of houses at Southwood. Deep Lane runs behind the hedge on the far side of the field as it drops down towards the Taw valley.
Southwood
From the point at which High Bickington Bridleway 4 diverges from the farm track to Snape, this view looks across a field to the group of houses at Southwood. Deep Lane runs behind the hedge on the far side of the field as it drops down towards the Taw valley.
Tree overlooking Weirmarsh A tree on the slopes of the Taw valley near Weirmarsh Farm, seen from the A377.
Tree overlooking Weirmarsh
A tree on the slopes of the Taw valley near Weirmarsh Farm, seen from the A377.
Blakewell Lane Minor road near Blakewell
Blakewell Lane
Minor road near Blakewell
Stone Cross Medieval stone cross near Eastacott
Stone Cross
Medieval stone cross near Eastacott
Stone cross This signpost is on the opposite side of the road from the medieval stone cross from which it gets its name.
Stone cross
This signpost is on the opposite side of the road from the medieval stone cross from which it gets its name.
Courage Copse The Warkleigh - Umberleigh road passes through this small copse at the bottom of the Taw Valley. The weather was dull with light rain.
Courage Copse
The Warkleigh - Umberleigh road passes through this small copse at the bottom of the Taw Valley. The weather was dull with light rain.
Railway at Umberleigh Just north of Umberleigh station, after passing under the B3227 bridge, the Exeter - Barnstaple railway curves to cross the River Taw, which it does several times as it passes through the Taw Valley.
Railway at Umberleigh
Just north of Umberleigh station, after passing under the B3227 bridge, the Exeter - Barnstaple railway curves to cross the River Taw, which it does several times as it passes through the Taw Valley.
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Brightley Wood is located at Grid Ref: SS6122 (Lat: 50.984219, Lng: -3.9796743)

Administrative County: Devon

District: North Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Brightly Weir Farm #2 LC
Crossing Activation: user
Crossing Barrier: no
Note: 203m34ch
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 50.9823287/-3.9753607
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Brightly Weir Farm #3 LC
Crossing Activation: user
Crossing Barrier: no
Note: 203m44ch
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 50.982444/-3.9780266
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Brightly Mill LC (UWC) 203m66ch
Crossing Barrier: no
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 50.9846836/-3.9833046
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Brightly Barton #1 LC (UWC) 204m
Crossing Barrier: no
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 50.9869897/-3.9847334
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Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Line Attachment: pin
Line Management: straight
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution Plc
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 50.9885457/-3.9810606
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Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Line Attachment: pin
Line Management: straight
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution Plc
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 50.9870985/-3.9803566
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Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Line Attachment: pin
Line Management: straight
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution Plc
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 50.9858254/-3.9789739
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Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Devices: 1
Guyed: yes
Line Attachment: pin
Line Management: transition
Location Transition: yes
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution Plc
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Phases: 1
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Lat/Long: 50.9866899/-3.9792623
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Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Guyed: yes
Line Attachment: pin
Line Management: branch
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution Plc
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 50.9865101/-3.9800642
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Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Line Attachment: pin
Line Management: straight
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution Plc
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 50.9879212/-3.9807579
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