Woodhays Wood

Wood, Forest in Devon West Devon

England

Woodhays Wood

Sampford Courtenay railway station, Devon Opened in 1867 on the London & South Western Railway's line from Exeter Central to Plymouth, this station closed in 1972. It was reopened for seasonal weekend trains in 2002.
View south west towards Okehampton and Plymouth, although the line terminated at Meldon quarry when this image was taken. Previously there had been two tracks and two platforms here, both stretching much closer to the camera position.
Sampford Courtenay railway station, Devon Credit: Nigel Thompson

Woodhays Wood is a charming forest located in Devon, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, the woodland is a mix of broadleaf and coniferous trees, creating a diverse and lush environment. The forest is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

Visitors to Woodhays Wood can explore a network of well-maintained trails that wind through the trees, offering picturesque views and opportunities to spot local flora and fauna. The forest is home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds, making it a haven for birdwatchers.

In addition to its natural beauty, Woodhays Wood also has historical significance. The forest has been a part of the landscape for centuries and has played a role in the local community's history. Visitors can discover remnants of old structures and learn about the area's past as they wander through the woodland.

Overall, Woodhays Wood is a peaceful and enchanting destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and connect with nature. Its tranquil atmosphere and scenic surroundings make it a must-visit location in Devon.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Woodhays Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.762521/-3.9373312 or Grid Reference SX6397. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sampford Courtenay railway station, Devon Opened in 1867 on the London & South Western Railway's line from Exeter Central to Plymouth, this station closed in 1972. It was reopened for seasonal weekend trains in 2002.
View south west towards Okehampton and Plymouth, although the line terminated at Meldon quarry when this image was taken. Previously there had been two tracks and two platforms here, both stretching much closer to the camera position.
Sampford Courtenay railway station, Devon
Opened in 1867 on the London & South Western Railway's line from Exeter Central to Plymouth, this station closed in 1972. It was reopened for seasonal weekend trains in 2002. View south west towards Okehampton and Plymouth, although the line terminated at Meldon quarry when this image was taken. Previously there had been two tracks and two platforms here, both stretching much closer to the camera position.
Looking west across fields to Lydcott
Looking west across fields to Lydcott
Looking south on the lane, with the north side of Dartmoor in the cloud on the horizon
Looking south on the lane, with the north side of Dartmoor in the cloud on the horizon
Lane to Restland
Lane to Restland
Lane from Restland heading for Church Hill Cross
Lane from Restland heading for Church Hill Cross
Old Milestone by the B3215, Fernhills Moor, Sampford Courtenay Parish Carved stone post by the B3215, in parish of SAMPFORD COURTENAY (WEST DEVON District), Fernhills Moor, nearly opposite drive to farm, on grass verge, on North side of road. Okehampton small tombstone, erected by the Okehampton turnpike trust in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
(O)KETON
4
Miles  

Milestone Society National ID: DV_OKCR04.
Old Milestone by the B3215, Fernhills Moor, Sampford Courtenay Parish
Carved stone post by the B3215, in parish of SAMPFORD COURTENAY (WEST DEVON District), Fernhills Moor, nearly opposite drive to farm, on grass verge, on North side of road. Okehampton small tombstone, erected by the Okehampton turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- (O)KETON 4 Miles Milestone Society National ID: DV_OKCR04.
Old Milestone by the B3215, Butcher's Moors, Sampford Courtenay Carved stone post by the B3215, in parish of SAMPFORD COURTENAY (WEST DEVON District), Butcher's Moors, on hill bend, 250m Southwest of turns to Ventown and Incott Farms, on muddy verge, well back from road, under branches of spreading tree, on South side of road. Okehampton small tombstone, erected by the Okehampton turnpike trust in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
OKETON
3
Miles
Carved benchmark on lower face.

Devon & Dartmoor HER.
HER Number: MDV72744 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MDV72744&resourceID=104" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MDV72744&resourceID=104">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> 

Milestone Society National ID: DV_OKCR03.
Old Milestone by the B3215, Butcher's Moors, Sampford Courtenay
Carved stone post by the B3215, in parish of SAMPFORD COURTENAY (WEST DEVON District), Butcher's Moors, on hill bend, 250m Southwest of turns to Ventown and Incott Farms, on muddy verge, well back from road, under branches of spreading tree, on South side of road. Okehampton small tombstone, erected by the Okehampton turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- OKETON 3 Miles Carved benchmark on lower face. Devon & Dartmoor HER. HER Number: MDV72744 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: DV_OKCR03.
Cartoon thanking NHS by B3215 during Covid-19 pandemic
Cartoon thanking NHS by B3215 during Covid-19 pandemic
Lay-by on B3215 near Ventown
Lay-by on B3215 near Ventown
Sampford Courtenay Station sign The station is used for occasional rail services.
Sampford Courtenay Station sign
The station is used for occasional rail services.
Telephone box and postbox, Sampford Courtenay
Telephone box and postbox, Sampford Courtenay
Passing place on minor road across Black Moor
Passing place on minor road across Black Moor
Minor road across Black Moor Looking south to Dartmoor
Minor road across Black Moor
Looking south to Dartmoor
Junction for Lydcott on minor road across Black Moor
Junction for Lydcott on minor road across Black Moor
Overgrown footpath sign, Devonshire Heartland Way Hidden in the bushes to the left of the road <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4001900">SX6297 : Footpath near Honeycott</a>
Overgrown footpath sign, Devonshire Heartland Way
Hidden in the bushes to the left of the road SX6297 : Footpath near Honeycott
Field access by minor road south of Sampford Courtenay
Field access by minor road south of Sampford Courtenay
Church Hill Cross
Church Hill Cross
Restland Lane west of Restland
Restland Lane west of Restland
Show me another place!

Woodhays Wood is located at Grid Ref: SX6397 (Lat: 50.762521, Lng: -3.9373312)

Administrative County: Devon

District: West Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///starlight.mining.takers. Near North Tawton, Devon

Nearby Locations

Woodhays Wood

Related Wikis

Belstone Corner

Belstone Corner is a hamlet in West Devon in the English county of Devon, part of the civil parish of Sampford Courtenay. The Sampford Courtenay railway...

Sampford Courtenay railway station

Sampford Courtenay railway station is a disused railway station at Belstone Corner, which used to serve the nearby (1.6 miles) village of Sampford Courtenay...

North Wyke

North Wyke is an historic manor in the parish of South Tawton, Devon. The surviving grade I listed manor house, the original Devonshire seat of the Wyke...

Stockley, Devon

Stockley is a hamlet on the eastern outskirts of Okehampton, in Devon, England. It lies just north of the A30. == References == The geographic coordinates...

Have you been to Woodhays Wood?

Leave your review of Woodhays Wood below (or comments, questions and feedback).